Conceived after visiting a children’s hospital in Jerusalem,
designer Shabtai Hirshberg created the A2B trike so disabled
kids could mount and ride by themselves. When a child mounts the
trike, stepping on the pedal locks the wheels, enabling the
child to literally walk right into a seated position. The chest
support keeps the child stabilized, and the whole trike can be
customized to each child’s needs.The gear based rear wheel makes
it easy for the child to pedal since less force is required to
drive the system. The entire steering shaft is cable driven so
very small movements translate into larger ones. If you’re
wondering why disabled children are riding trikes, it’s more
than a recreational activity. Hospitals around the world use it
for rehabilitation, promoting independence, muscle development,
and balance. Designer: Shabtai Hirshberg