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Road Trips We Love

Summertime is the right time to turn off your screens, pack your bags and hit the road. After two years of uncertainty, restrictions and downtime, we could all benefit from a little adventure and a lot of sun. Whether you’re looking for some scenic rest and relaxation, a sprawling expedition or some family fun, we’ve got an accessible, affordable trip to inspire you.

Products

WHILL C2 Review: Affordable Power and Portability for Some

WHILL has made a name for itself by offering stylish and affordable power wheelchairs. We put their model C2 — marketed as a lightweight, portable power chair — to the test. Michael Franz, a C6 quad, came away impressed with its performance but disappointed that it doesn’t have more supportive seating options. Read the full review here.

News

Ian Mackay Blows Away Power Wheelchair 24-Hour Distance Record

Accessible trail advocate Ian Mackay has put a lot of miles on his power wheelchair over the years. Now he’s in line to be a Guinness World Record holder after rolling his sip-and-puff chair 184.4 miles in 24 hours. Mackay’s biggest takeaway from his feat of endurance? “I think what you have to do is embrace the misery from the get-go,” he says.

Opinion

It’s Time to End Violence Against Women With Disabilities

Lilian Dibo, a women’s and disability rights advocate from Cameroon, has seen firsthand how common sexual abuse is for women with disabilities around the world. She argues that it’s time for a global treaty to protect the rights of women and girls with disabilities and to end “this tidal wave of violence.” [Trigger warning.]

Pro Tips

Three Routes to SCI Weight Loss Success

Losing weight as a wheelchair user often isn’t just about looks — it can help you stay healthy and independent. We talk strategies and mindset with three veterans of the battle of the bulge. “I wanted to change my lifestyle, with both exercise and what I ate. I told myself that the weight didn’t go on overnight, and it’s not going to come off overnight,” says Nick LiBassi, a T10 para who was able to find his body’s comfort zone with a low-carb diet and regular cardio.

Advocacy

Roll on Capitol Hill Goes Beyond Lobbying

The main goal of the Roll on Capitol Hill is to lobby for policies that benefit the disability community, but it also provides valuable education and networking opportunities for budding advocates. “I learned a lot, especially from all of the attendees,” says Alberto Salvi, a United Spinal member from Florida. “We have strength in numbers.” 

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