Learning to ride on two wheels

I deserved that and I'm aware of the motorcycle "aids" which as you show in the video.  There are also options with 3 wheels that are pretty exciting and require less assistance.  My own hesitation with the 2 wheeled options is how much help one needs.  Yes, I used to ride both motorcycles and bikes.  As an incomplete quad the best I can do has been to learn to control my turns from the hips, which is fun.  

With the option in the video, as you know, there needs to be someone to "catch' you when you stop.  Comments I've read from people who have ridden bikes with that kit say it it is unreliable stopping at stop lights and such, since the small size of the drop-down wheels lets them catch on irregularities in the pavement.  

The suggestion offered for him to work on his chair balance skills is good and I'd also show him the options of kids who use chairs in skateboard parks.  That kind of sport requires people to develop excellent strength and balance skills which ought to be transferable, if indirectly, to a 2 wheeled option.  That said, all depends on his level of injury and nerve function in core muscles especially.  If there is a little strength it can be nurtured into more.

If you watch this guy you see he handles his chair for long seconds as a 2-wheeled option.




To revisit my affection for the word 'realism',  there is wisdom in working out a training program designed to bring him ever closer to his dream.  All depends on his level of function and which muscles work.  Could you fill us in on that?  


Obviously, if he is a higher level 'complete' para  the only option is to go directly to higher tech devices. Most of the young people on youtube doing skateboard parks in wheelchairs have a LOT of function, including some use of legs for balance.  Not all though.  I recognize that you have to help your brother tailor his goals and strength program to his unique abilities. Sounds like fun all around.