Alana Nichols Does It All

Alana Nichols wouldn’t have become the first American woman with gold medals in the summer and winter Paralympic Games without her unique blend of athleticism, energy and charisma — and her passion for trying and mastering new pursuits has been equally important. Seth McBride writes how Nichols is harnessing all of these skills to plot the next chapter of her life as an athlete, broadcaster, spokeswoman and mom.

Fitness and Sports

Is Wheely-X a Peloton for wheelchair users? Michael Franz tests the accessible treadmill.

Mobility and Seating

When Vincenzo Piscopo flew off a stage because of a broken SmartDrive, Seth Mcbride investigated how safe the popular power-assist device is. Tim Gilmer tries the Vicair AllRounder O2, a low-cost cushion that’s as mobile as its users.

Tools and Tech

Ian Ruder tests a new hands-free way to drive your power chair. Makers Making Change connects end-users with engineers and other volunteers to bring assistive-tech ideas to life. By Cheryl Angelelli.

Health and Hygiene

3D-printed ostomy solutions could make your life easier, discovers Ian Ruder. Bob Vogel puts the ShowerGlyde to the test and finds it a well-made, reasonably-priced sliding shower bench.

Automotive

For wheelchair users who want more than a minivan but less than a full-size RV, Winnebago’s new Roam may be the answer. By Sylvia Longmire.

Services

Shannon Kelly speaks with wheelchair users who are earning income by renting their accessible properties.

Media

Full Circle began as a documentary about up-and-coming sit-skier Trevor Kennison but became something much larger when filmmakers learned how he was connected to longtime NM editor Barry Corbet. Seth McBride tells the story.

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