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Hippocampe Marathon Running Chair

Lightweight and optimised for Assisted Running

Designed for speed this specialist running wheelchair will easily handle the longer distances but is also ideal for jogs around the park too! Optional off-road trail wheels make it a true all-rounder on all surfaces.

Designed for distance running on and off the roads

The Marathon Hippocampe is a lightweight wheelchair designed for running and hiking. Available in 3 sizes, the Marathon wheelchair allows assisted runners to participate in events with either one or two people pushing. It is ideal for marathons, half marathons and triathlons as well as being suitable for shorter distances and social running.

 

Designed and developed in close collaboration with paediatric and adult users and their pushers, the Marathon wheelchair was designed to be used on the road and, with its optional all terrain wheels on paths and trails. Equipped wiith high quality wheels and bearings, disc brakes and an ergonomic push bar, the Marathon Hippocampe gains speed easily. With its low seat, the chair is very stable when running. Comfortable and manoeuvreable it is an ideal choice for many sporting challenges.

 

Lightweight frame fitted with disc brakes:

A real asset for wheelchair racing, the disc brake system ensures effective braking and locks in place as parking brakes. The removable wheels facilitate disassembly without tools.

 

Foldable and easy to transport:

With its innovative brake system and removable push bar, this chair can be folded when not in use and packs neatly into the storage/transport bag provided.

 

Specialist Advice

As the UK's only specialist supplier of products for assisted running, the team at Delichon have been helping customers achieve their running goals since 2007 and know what it takes to help our customers have a successful race.  For more details on the Hippocampe Marathon please contact us and we will be happy to help you choose the chair that is right for you. 

 

Whether your dream is to take part in a big city marathon, a weekly parkrun or jogging with your friends we can help you make it to the start line!

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