Overview
RGK Elite
Sunrise Medical: RGK Elite
When the world’s best athletes choose this wheelchair, why would you play in anything else?
The most advanced basketball wheelchair available, the Elite has evolved over 30 years of innovation, testing and expertise. Designed entirely around your measurements and style of play, allow the Elite to give you the ultimate responsive connection, ergonomic positioning and speed that your game so desperately needs.
Crafted with a 7020 aluminium frame and a 45mm straight camber tube, this wheelchair delivers the ultimate rigidity and responsiveness for peak performance on the court. The sports chair of choice for superstars such as Sophie Carrigill and Helen Freeman, why would you choose anything less?
Specifications
| Dimensions | Product Information | ||
| Seat Width: | 250 to 500mm (in 5mm increments) | Model Number: | Elite: ELA |
| Seat Depth: | 250 to 500mm (in 5mm increments) | Elite X: EXA | |
| Front Seat-to-Floor Height: | 480 to 630mm (in 5mm increments) | Elite CX: ECA | |
| Rear Seat-to-Floor Height: | 360 to 630mm (in 5mm increments) | ||
| Back Height: | 203 to 431mm (in 5mm increments) | ||
| Back Angle Adjustment: | 20° of adjustment (10° forward and 10° rearward from 90°) | ||
| Frame Angle: | Determined by Occupied Frame Length - most common is between 60° and 90° | Performance/Weights | |
| Center of Gravity (COG) Adjustment: | 0 to 178mm | Frame Material: | 7020 Aluminum |
| User Weight Capacity: | 275 lbs. (125 kg) | ||
| Product Weight: | Elite: 20.3 lbs. (9.2 kg) | ||
| Elite X: 19.2 lbs. (8.7 kg) | |||
| Elite CX: 20.3 lbs. (9.2 kg) |
Features
- Adjust your seating position for optimal performance during your game.
- The wings are also constructed of different materials making them stronger enough to support crude breakages.
- The framing elements, particularly the 7020 frame, are manufactured from aerospace-grade aluminium, which is both light and robust.
- TRI-FRAME construction of the car chassis increases vehicle stability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are multiple offensive wings, and will they get in my way during gameplay?
A: Not at all! In fact, offensive wings are designed to enhance your performance and safety on the court. These reinforced wings protect your castors and prevent opponents from slipping underneath. Thus, ensuring you can focus on the game without any hindrance!
Q: Are made-to-measure sports wheelchairs really worth the hype?
A: Absolutely! The Elite’s lightweight frame is unmatched in the basketball world, providing the high performance your training deserves. With nearly limitless options for backrest and seating adjustments, you can customise the setup to suit your unique needs. This ensures the closest connection to your chair and optimal performance, allowing you to focus entirely on the game rather than on self-propulsion. So, it’s 100% worth an upgrade!
Q: Will the upholstery material make me hot during gameplay?
A: Not at all! The breathable material is designed to keep you cool throughout your time on the court.
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