4 reviews for Drive Medical DFL19-BLK Fly-Lite Lightweight Folding Transport Wheelchair with Swing-Away Footrests, Black

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   Rated 5 out of 5

   John G. – May 11, 2015

   
   I wanted a wheel chair that was extremely portable, which meant light and foldable. At the same time it had to be durable and sturdy. The chair when folded had to fit in the hatch back storage area of a Fiat 500, even with the rear seats up and in use. The chair needed to be thin to be able to go through old doorways that may not be very wide. Another small detail, is not having the arms in the way when the rider wants to eat at the dinner table. There was also the maneuverability aspect…you need bigger wheels unless you are just using it inside. Most important, a wheel chair has to be comfortable for the rider. If you are looking for something similar, the Drive Medical Fly Lite Ultra Lightweight Transport Wheelchair may be the solution for your needs.The following are the noteworthy points:1) As far as portability, I was looking for a transporter so not having large rear wheels made it even more portable. The leg rests fold to the side or can be easily removed for even more portability. The back unlocks and folds down to decrease the height. For those who are wondering, the back rest locks are of good quality and appear very secure and sturdy so far. A tug on the seat handles bring the two sides together. It’s about 10 inches thick when the sides are collapsed together.2) You’ll notice in the picure that the arms are static, but recessed. The riders body can be closer to the dining room table. This feature also makes it easier for the rider to get in and out of the chair. Not as convenient as folding or removable sides, but good enough in my opinion.3)The wheels seem sturdy although I will have to update on how long they will last. You guys may run with your baby stroller or your dog,..I take my mom. lol.4) The foot rest adjust vertically only. My mom did not need angle adjustment since she was not in a cast.5) The aluminum brakes are actually very well designed and constructed. This was a deal breaker for me when I was considering a less expensive model.6) the chair is really comfortable since your a practically sitting in a hammock. For extensive use, get a seat cushion. The https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RVC4WKO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 compliments the chair nicely and is reasonably priced.7) Other notable pluses are an included tool kit, a velcro sealed pouch and smaller netted pouch in the back seat.The Drive Medical Fly Lite Ultra Lightweight Transport Wheelchair arrives folded in the box with the leg rest unattached and is otherwise fully assembled. Oh, did I mention that the shipping weight was only 20 lbs.

2. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Deborah Boughter – March 28, 2017

   
   I initially wanted this transport chair for myself to use on vacation. After a spinal fusion, and now additional issues with my back, the time I can stand or walk around is very limited. I will admit, I was hesitant to purchase this one because of some of the less than stellar reviews. As it turns out, I ended up using this for my 81 year old dad, who is experiencing a lot of pain walking due to a vascular issue. It was becoming near to impossible to get him from the front porch to the car, not to mention in and out of doctors offices for his many appointments. Now my dad is very stubborn and scoffed at the mention of a wheelchair…well I told him this was mine, but he’s welcome to borrow it. Both he and my mom thought this chair was just the neatest thing on earth! Now some details about the actual chair…the leg pieces are extremely easy to get off and on, the foot rests are just plastic — but they do their job and actually stay up when you flip them up. The leg pieces swing away easily so you can move the person out of the chair without them restricting movement (they are also adjustable for leg length). The rest of the chair is in one piece…kind of like the bag chair of transport chairs! When it’s open and you want it closed, fold the back rest down then simply grasp the 2 handles on the seat and pull upwards…voila!…it’s closed. I was able to just hold the handles and roll it along next to me like a piece of rolling luggage. It is lightweight, at least easy enough for me to handle, and fits behind the drivers seat of my VW Jetta. I will repeat…easy in…easy out! You do need to stand behind the chair just to steady it and add support for the person as they sit in it — if you do this simple step, there is no tipping backwards. I’m not very strong and all I had to do was stand behind it and steady it (Dad is 5’9, 160lbs). My dad said it was a smooth ride and I had no trouble pushing the chair over various bumps/cracks in pavement or those metal floor pieces in doorways. Maneuvering around tight office spaces was easy and smooth too. For those who complained about the brakes…I think you’re doing it wrong — I only flipped them into place, but one of the nurses at a dr we visited did an extra push and that fully engaged the brakes in place. So, you actually must apply a little extra pressure to the lever and that does the trick. Aesthetically, this is an attractive chair…very nice shade of cobalt blue plaid with a dark pink/purple running through…frame is a dark blue. There is a cell phone pocket on the back as well as a velcro pouch (I put the tool packet in there). So in conclusion, I highly recommend this chair if you’re looking for a lightweight, easy to handle transport chair that can fit in the back seat of your car! It doesn’t get easier than this.

3. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Irene Saucedo – January 2, 2024

   Buen diseño y utilidad
   Me encantó esta silla porque es ligera en su peso y porque al doblarla cabe perfectamente en mi camionetaAl desempacarla ya viene armada, solo donde pone sus pies la persona hay que ponerlos a la silla sin ningún problemaSolo la uso para traslados en dónde sé que no será de uso rudo como cuando llevo a mi mamá a restaurantes o de visita con familiares (tiene otra silla de uso frecuente y para uso rudo de la misma marca)Si requieres algo ligero y compacto para traslados en donde se deslice en pisos parejos esta es la opción

4. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Mike – March 27, 2018

   
   My wife and I read basically every review available on this chair and many others before we purchased this one. My mother cannot walk and my father (and us) needed a light weight, yet strong maneuverable chair to carry my Mom to all her doctor visits (she has many!). Loading and unloading a regular wheel chair is impossible for my 87 year old father and I have a bad back at my young age of 58. This chair is the answer to our prayers and needs. I can not understand the negative reviews after having used this chair for over two months now. Lets remember the intent of this chair; it is not a wheel chair, it is a “transport” chair. It’s purpose is to transport a person from home to vehicle to office or ment and then reverse order. If it were intended to be a wheel chair the company would have made the back wheels large where the user could “wheel” themselves around. Some folks use it for the end all and then complain it will not hold up or fabric rips, etc. My experience with this chair, is even if we used it everyday as a wheel chair, it would hold up for many years because we take good care of it and it is built to last. This chair is well build and I especially love the brakes; they are incredibly tough and anchor the chair from any movement. Only knock is the brakes work so well, they are a bit hard to engage and disengage. Have to put some “uuumph” into them; but, that is really a positive because you do not have to worry about your chair moving with your loved one in it when you lock it down. We love this chair and wished we had purchased one 6 months ago (we were looking at them online). My father can easily load and unload it as it only weighs 17 pounds. My mother loves it because it is comfortable and can be modified with an extra cushion or backrest (really does not need one but sometimes this is purely psychological). She also loves the color and snazzy look; certainly does not appear to anyone as a wheel chair type device. And one of the best features it this little guy is incredible maneuverable in tight places. The office my mother visits for acupuncture is tiny; remember she cannot walk. I or my father can wheel her right up to the patient table, stand her up and sit her right down on it. Tried this with a regular wheel chair and it was a “No Can Do” deal. All I can say is this chair is everything we need to care for our ailing mother and she loves it. Right out of the box it is fully assembled other than the foot rests but they are super simple to attach. Foot rests also swing out of the way for easy in and out. On a side note: the carry bag that attaches to the back is awesome as well. We carry all possible accessories she might need to these many doctor visits. Nice to not have to carry an extra hand bag to keep up with essentials to give your loved one peace of mind. I do know life is much easier with this chair and best of all, my mother loves it!