Trekinetic GTE Mk II All Terrain Wheelchair review from happy customer Alan Mitchell.

Alan purchased the Trekinetic GTE Mk II All Terrain Wheelchair during lockdown from our team in Scotland. Check out his feedback on the whole process in his review below.

Trekinetic customer review - Alan Mitchell:

"Personal background

I suffered a bad accident back in 2015 which led to complications and as such I required a wheelchair. I have had my eye on a Trekinetic GTE for the last few years. I thoroughly investigated their technology and personal statements for previous customers. This fitted with me for the things I wanted a wheelchair to do ( walk my dogs in all terrains and conditions ) and also make life much easier on a day to day basis. I am an engineer and worked with a high tech multi national company for many years so had a good working knowledge of exactly what they were trying to do but in the wheelchair environment.

Ordering process and vendor

I ordered my GTE during lockdown and the communication with Ed from Trek and the vendor (Mark from fast aid ) was excellent from start to finish. It is quite a challenge to order this wheelchair without being sized for it but providing you are confident with the measurements you provide then it is pretty straight forward. I ordered my chair and received it less than a month later. To say this was outstandingly quick is an understatement. Considering the process involved in making this tech happen, it is very commendable to all involved.

Delivery and first impressions.

Straight out of the box you see what you have paid for. This is an extremely well built bit of kit. From the moment you sit in it you completely understand why they use a monocoque for the comfort aspect but it’s from the engineering side that the monocoque just works. Best way to describe this is the difference between sitting in a 1970’s car and today’s latest and greatest super car. Much more sturdy, lightweight and a hell of a lot more efficient. The whole package just works. It does take a bit of getting used to as it’s unlike any wheelchair you have ever had. Probably the most underrated point of the chair is the forward tipping function whilst fully upright. It makes picking things up of the floor or down low so easy it’s really a joy to behold.

I have had my chair almost 2 weeks now and to be honest I have next to zero issues with it. It can and will go wherever you want it too.Sure there are a couple of things that could be done to enhance it for further iterations but all in all I would put this against anything else out there in its class and bet the mortgage on the outcome.

This product has to be commended to the inspirational ideas of the men and women who work at Trekinetic. I have no doubt that this company is going to evolve into one of the leading worldwide manufacturers of this class of wheelchair......... it is simply that good"

• - Alan Mitchell (Trekinetic customer review)

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Trekinetic have designed and manufactured excellent all terrain for use on forest trails, cobbled streets, muddy fields, the beach and even in snow!

The large wheels at the front give you the freedom to roll over obstacles and challenging terrains and yet narrow enough to fit into doorways and ideal for indoor use.

It’s lightweight design, removable components and quick release fold mean you can easily lift the chair into the boot of your car – no hoist required.

Models available: 

K-2 Mk II All Terrain Manual Wheelchair – self propelled model, total weight 17kg

GTE Mk II All Terrain Powerchair – powered by joystick, total weight of 36kg

Trekinetic GTE Mk II All Terrain Powerchair

Trekinetic GTE Mk II All Terrain Powerchair Lightweight only 36kg in total. Manages all terrains, giving you the freedom to go anywhere including the beach, forest trails, muddy fields and even snow! Easy to operate - joystick controlled.  Fits into almost any car without a hoist.

Features

• Ultra Low Folding now Standard Equipment with standard battery.
• Much more compact battery box with magnetic lid catch.
• Spare wheel retaining fixing now of much stronger virtually unbreakable design
• Safari kit is equipped with larger design bag, capable of holding 2nd NMH battery which helps improve stability.
• Camber Bar: Revised design: Emergency release holes now standard
• Camber bar: New optional retrofit-able locking system.
• Rear release clevis with comfort buttons as standard. These reduce scratching and make release easier for users with reduced hand strength
• Extended seat with longer foam cushion for taller.
• Handle bars with improved handlebar clamp. Eradicates unwanted movement.
• Foam Backrest option (50mm thick)
• Hyperforma seat now available without sides for adult use.
• The standard battery gets you 3.5 hours of continuous use.

Trekinetic K-2 Mk II All Terrain Manual Wheelchair

Trekinetic K-2 Mk II All Terrain Manual Wheelchair. Lightweight only 17kg in total. Manages all terrains, giving you the freedom to go anywhere including the beach, forest trails, muddy fields and even snow!  Quick release fold for it can fit into almost any car without a hoist.

Standard Equipment

• Anatomically optimised carbon fibre monocoque seat
• Luxurious suede upholstery set
• Quick release kevlar reinforced ATB tyres
• Quick camber change
• Telescopic footrest
• Quick fold rear assembly
• ATB Gel filled rear wheel
• Castor pressure regulator
• Nitrogen shock absorber
• Backrest angle control valve