Helavo Bariatric All Terrain Walker – Extra Wide Heavy Duty Outdoor Rollator for Seniors – 500 lbs Weight Capacity

3 reviews for Helavo Bariatric All Terrain Walker – Extra Wide Heavy Duty Outdoor Rollator for Seniors – 500 lbs Weight Capacity

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   Hieronymous Knickerbocker – 1 year ago

   Rated 5 out of 5

   
   When expectations are high it is difficult for a critical safety product of serious complexity to affordably meet them. The Rollator 1050 exceeded mine.Every part of the vehicle has been carefully thought out, right down to the shape of the handgrips, placement of the reflectors and Velcro straps. Even the packaging, always an indicator of a manufacturer’s pride in its product, was first rate.Assembly of the chair is quick, straightforward and well documented. No tools or mechanical aptitude are required.The Model 1050 can accommodate large adults with ease and comfort. The seat cushion is about 20 inches wide by 15 inches deep by 2 inches thick. The frame is about 2 inches wider than the cushion. The height and backrest are easily adjusted, again without tools or needless complexity.The frame and legs are made of aluminum (welded, where appropriate); sturdy, stable and, by the look and feel of it, durable. Maintenance should be minimal. Little plastic is employed, and none in critical areas, save for the wheels.The solid 8-inch wheels are “goldilocks” optimal – neither too big for indoors nor too small for outdoor use. And they will never go flat. They roll smoothly on carpets and hard floors. Pushing the chair is nearly effortless.. The hand-operated brakes are simple, reliable – and pre-assembled.This large chair is easy to maneuver around the house. But you will need an honest 28 inches of doorway clearance. More if you have the cup and cane holders in place. (They are easy to snap on and off; I keep mine in the spacious bag under the seat.)Folding the chair is as easy as lifting it by the handle under the seat cushion. There is no provision for locking the folded chair shut,This chair can be repositioned while it is occupied, but is not a wheelchair.The 500-pound capacity may be more than you need, but bear in mind that the hefty construction and generous dimensions suggest no durability compromises or shortcuts were taken. How you intend to use the chair matters.I bought this chair myself. My comments are derived from my experience.

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   Gene Jordan – 2 years ago

   Rated 5 out of 5

   
   When I was in the hospital (told it was CHF) I found myself very weak and struggling to breath.The hospital Physical Therapist used those ultra cheap walkers with tennis balls on them to help me rebuild my strength and relearn to walk. It was ok and did the job, but I spent all my energy wrestling the walker rather than actually walking… I realize it was a process…I found myself at a local Rehab Center where I have been living at for the last month. They use the same walkers…During my spare time, I started looking up “better” walkers on Amazon, but I am a rather large guy (weighting in at 230# and 5′ 10″ tall) and I didn’t want a wimpy walker like the ones they had at the Theripists.When I came across this one, I was drawn in by the 500# rating and All Terrain wheels that it had.I had seen these “Rollators” around the Center being used by the little old ladies, but no “dudes” using any. When I asked the ladies about their walkers, they said that they loved them, and that their insurance paid for them. I didn’t want to bang on my insurance for mine.Compared to other Rollators on Amazon, the Helavo H1150 was on the pricey side, but I was sucked in by the “Heavy Duty” listing.When it came in, I was able to put it together while in the El Cheapo Wheelchairs that the Rehab Center assigned to me. It went together quite easily, and only took a few adjustments to get the seat height set for me. I had taken the time to watch a few YouTube assembly videos so I had an idea how to put it together.When I locked the tires with the hand brakes, it took little effort and felt stable and secure. I felt no hesitation as I stood up next to it. The wheels glided smoothly and made the cheap walker that I was using feel like I was wrestling a bull.I am able to walk up and down Wheelchair Ramps with little effort.With this I double my distance down the hallway and was able to sit on the seat to rest as I went along. At first I realized that this would get away from me compared to the Rehab Walker, but it took no time to get used to the subtle differences. The back support and seat are really comfortable.I love the under seat storage bin, and am able to keep TP, Chucks, Wet Wipes, and Adult Briefs (if you have lived in a Rehab Center, you know the value of having these items on hand… lol) in it, with room for more. There are holders for a cane and a coffee mug, but I put my “Grabber Stick” where the cane goes and the mug holder stays in the storage bin. I found myself catching the mug holder on doorways as it sticks out a little too much.The only thing I would add to this is completely personal and on the silly side. The Back Support needs to be lined with Velcro so I can put some Patches on it, and the underside of the seat and the storage bag needs to have Molle Straps for “stuff”… lolAll said, I really love this thing… I am going home Friday, and this is going to be a great asset to my recovery.

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   EPTXGAL – 5 months ago

   Rated 5 out of 5

   
   Love, love, love it. Okay, I am 6ft person of size. This is much wider the any other bariatric walker I have used. My last one was a Medline and always seemed to push down somewhat hard to ensure brakes like. This one, it is a comfy nudge to lock and it does make a loud click when unlocking. The seat is so comfortable and seems cushioned. I love the strap versus the hard rod. It is higher than my other one – very well made – and it surprisingly, it fits through the doors in my home unlike the Medline which I had to turn sideways or close. It was also easy to put to together. They seem to really make a product with the customer in mind. Of note, is the handbook which I never received before, it was just a pamphlet or tags.

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