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Field Guide and Trail Notes

AdvenChair Field Guide

Spring 2021

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Page 1 Field Guide and Trail Notes AdvenChair Field Guide Spring 2021...
Page 2: Tool Kit
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat Cell Phone First aid kit Binoculars GPS/Emergency Locator Device A day pack can be hung on the back of the seat and any member of the team can carry a backpack. AdvenChair Field Guide Page i...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ready to Roll Checklist ........................35 AdvenChair COVID-19 Precautions ....................35 Table of Figures Figure 1. Primary parts of the AdvenChair......................1 Figure 2. Detent pin, ratchet handle, and spring plunger..................2 Figure 3. Positioning the footrest and casters....................... 5 Figure 4.
Page 4 ~ John Dell AdvenChair Field Guide Page iii...
Page 5: Introduction
Welcome to the growing community of adventurers who refuse to let mobility challenges stop them from enjoying the outdoors on the trail. This Field Guide is designed to help get you and your AdvenChair to the trailhead, along the trail, and home safely so you can enjoy your whole experience.
Page 6: Figure 2. Detent Pin, Ratchet Handle, And Spring Plunger
There are three types of adjustable connectors used in the AdvenChair (Figure 2): 1. Detent Pins: Detent pins go through holes to pin parts in place at the desired position. Press the button on top to release the pin so it can be inserted or removed.
Page 7: Transporting The Advenchair
Transporting the AdvenChair 1. Always make sure the AdvenChair is tied down and secure when it is being transported. If the rider will be riding in the chair follow these additional steps: a. Set the parking brakes by pulling the levers and pushing the locking button.
Page 8 Unscrew the axles from each wheel with the 6mm hex wrench and pull the wheels “down” and away from the chair (Figure 5). iii. Screw the axles back into the AdvenChair frame to prevent loss of the axles and to protect their threads.
Page 9: Figure 3. Positioning The Footrest And Casters
Green: Adjusts the height of the footrest. Blue: Controls the angle of the footrest tray. Yellow: Controls the angle of the caster assembly. Arrows show direction of rotation of each part, not the detent pins. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 5...
Page 10: Figure 4. Installing The Main Wheels--Inserting The Brake Rotors Into The Brake Caliper
Figure 4. Installing the main wheels--Inserting the brake rotors into the brake caliper. Figure 5. Install or remove the main wheels--Inserting the hub and axle. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 6...
Page 11 3. Setting up a fully disassembled AdvenChair a. Unfold the seatback by pulling the top of the seatback up and back until it is upright. b. Install the handlebars i. Pull the detent pins from the lower steering tubes. ii. Lift the handle bars and slide the attached steering tubes into the lower steering tubes.
Page 12: At The Trailhead
This takes the weight off the caster wheels (Figure 7). 4. Raise the casters by pulling the yellow pins from the caster assemblies, rotating the casters up so they point forward, and re-pinning them (Figure 3). AdvenChair Field Guide Page 8...
Page 13: Figure 6. Installing And Removing The Forward Beam
When the front wheel is reversed, the casters take the weight and the front wheel is off the ground. When the front wheel is in rolling position the casters are lifted off the ground, putting the weight on the front wheel. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 9...
Page 14: Adjust The Advenchair For The Rider
Adjust the AdvenChair for the Rider Adjusting the AdvenChair for a rider is best done with the rider in the chair, the front wheel in place, and two people to make the adjustments. These adjustments allow sizing the chair for a rider from child sized to adult sized.
Page 15: Figure 8. Controls For Adjusting Seat Position And Angle (Dump) Of The Seat Bucket
Strap the rider’s feet into the footrest: Buckle the footrest straps together over the rider’s feet and pull snug. (The footrest straps are on both the standard footrest and the optional upper footrest and are not shown.) AdvenChair Field Guide Page 11...
Page 16: Figure 9. Controls For Positioning The Seatback, Armrest, And Handgrips
 To get the seatback adjusted evenly, adjust one side and then adjust the other side strap to the same length. Figure 9. Controls for positioning the seatback, armrest, and handgrips. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 12...
Page 17 The seat belt can be lengthened where it attaches to the seat bucket. 9. Pressure relief: Some riders may need extra cushions to provide adequate pressure relief. Seat cushion from their regular wheelchair may be fit in the AdvenChair seat. AdvenChair Field Guide...
Page 18: Figure 10. Controls For Adjusting The Position/Angle Of The Optional Upper Footrest
(The footrest straps are on both the standard footrest and the optional upper footrest and are not shown.) Figure 10. Controls for adjusting the position/angle of the optional upper footrest. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 14...
Page 19: Figure 11. Installing And Adjusting Optional Headrest
Loosen both of them with a 5mm hex wrench just enough so they can be moved. Adjust the height and angle of the headrest, and tighten the swivel joints. Figure 11. Installing and adjusting optional headrest. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 15...
Page 20: Setup For Driver And Mules
Pull the detent pin on the top of the forward beam, insert the towing pole swivel fitting, and insert the pin, attaching the towing poles to the top of the forward beam. iv. Buckle the lead mule into the towing harness. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 16...
Page 21: Figure 12. Attaching Towing Poles To Forward Beam And To Towing Harness
EYE-BOLT OF TOWING POLE  INSERT CARABINER THROUGH LOOP FULL TOWING PACKAGE WITH HARNESS, POLES, AND SWIVEL FITTING ATTACHED TO FRONT OF FORWARD BEAM Figure 12. Attaching towing poles to forward beam and to towing harness. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 17...
Page 22: Figure 13. Strap Attachment Points
(Figure 14). The forward beam should not be used for lifting the AdvenChair but can be used to tilt the chair back on its main wheels (a wheelie).
Page 23: Choosing A Trail And Planning A Hike
Choosing a trail and planning a hike Team Members AdvenChair hiking is a team sport. Everyone has a job and all jobs are important. It’s best to switch jobs regularly to make sure everyone understands the team effort and to share the physical and mental effort.
Page 24: Safety
Safety AdvenChair hiking is about the journey. As with any outdoor activity, continually evaluate the weather and terrain and be ready to change plans or return home early if conditions are not safe.
Page 25 With a new crew, start with easy trails and build experience. AdvenChair hiking is a team sport. Take care of each other! AdvenChair Field Guide...
Page 26: Trail Difficulty Levels
Trail difficulty levels The AdvenChair Trail Difficulty Rating System is modeled after the City of Phoenix Trail Rating System but adjusted for the special requirements of wheelchairs. Table 1: AdvenChair Trail Difficulty Rating System Surface: Accessible paved or hard footing...
Page 27 Side slopes are common but not extreme Scouting: These trails should be scouted before attempting to travel on them with an AdvenChair to ensure they are passable safely with the available team. Suggested Minimum Team Size: 7; rider, driver, lead mule, 4...
Page 28: Hit The Trail
Main Wheels: The main wheels can be used in an emergency with no tire pressure because the CushCore tire inserts provide enough protection for the rims to roll the AdvenChair with no tire pressure if needed. b. Front Wheel: The front wheel has a standard tire with tube. If it is punctured, it should be repaired by replacing the tube or patching the hole in the tube and re-inflating the tire.
Page 29: Hiking Techniques
Keep improvising! 1. Strap handling: Use of the straps is pretty simple, but requires some planning and thought. a. Make sure the straps are attached securely to one of the AdvenChair mounting points with a carabiner (Figure 13).
Page 30 Uphill on a smooth trail: The driver pushes and the lead mule pulls, pulling with a towing strap or the towing poles and harness. The towing poles become more useful as the trail steepens and when there are other mules to help guide the front wheel around AdvenChair Field Guide Page 26...
Page 31 7. Sidehill: Narrow trails crossing steep side hills are the most challenging and dangerous situations for the AdvenChair. When this situation is encountered, stop and consider if it is safe to continue. If the section is short, it may be acceptable to continue even if the sidehill is steep.
Page 32: Figure 15. Using Straps And The Handlebars To Cross A Steep Sidehill
9. Narrow passages: Very narrow trail sections or trails constricted by rocks, trees, or logs, which cannot be navigated by the AdvenChair, can be a dead end and may require turning around if more than a few feet long. If they are only a few feet long, and you’re unlikely to encounter more, lift the rider out of the chair and carry her/him through the narrow trail section, and lay or sit him/her down in a safe location.
Page 33: Finding Trails To Hike
Trail Link  American Hiking  Access Recreation  Explore Central Oregon Many of these sites let users suggest and describe trails that aren’t on their sites. Let others know what great hikes you recommend! AdvenChair Field Guide Page 29...
Page 34: Tell Your Advenchair Stories
Contribute stories of your hikes to inspire others to get outdoors and hike! Send your stories info@advenchair.com and we’ll post them to www.advenchair.com/field-notes. Help others Roll Boldly! Use the Trail Notes section in this guide to keep notes about your hikes so that you can pass your stories on to others.
Page 35 __________________________________________________________________ Date: Trail: Distance: Team: Weather: Trail rating/description: Notes: __________________________________________________________________ Date: Trail: Distance: Team: Weather: Trail rating/description: Notes: AdvenChair Field Guide Page 31...
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Page 37 ________________________________________________________________________ Date: Trail: Distance: Team: Weather: Trail rating/description: Notes: ________________________________________________________________________ Date: Trail: Distance: Team: Weather: Trail rating/description: Notes: AdvenChair Field Guide Page 33...
Page 38 ________________________________________________________________________ Date: Trail: Distance: Team: Weather: Trail rating/description: Notes: ________________________________________________________________________ Date: Trail: Distance: Team: Weather: Trail rating/description: Notes: AdvenChair Field Guide Page 34...
Page 39: Ready To Roll Checklist
 Use easy, moderate trails that do not require lifting  Limit time in proximity to others  Travel separately in vehicles to/from trailhead  Check with the local health district about COVID-19 conditions and restrictions in the area. AdvenChair Field Guide Page 35...
Page 40 The wild requires that we learn the terrain, nod to all the plants and animals and birds, ford the streams and cross the ridges, and tell a good story when we get home. ~Gary Snyder AdvenChair Field Guide...