Van Raam produces uniquely special needs bicycles and specializes in tricycles, transport bikes, scooterbikes, wheelchair bikes, tandem bikes, double rider bikes, and low step trough bikes (also known as comfortbikes). Each model is also available as an electric bike (Pedelec).
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If you are looking for a customized vanRaam bicycle and you are looking for information, you will often find technical terms and data. Such a term is also the inner leg length. In this article you will learn why the inner leg length is important for an adapted bike, how you can measure it and where you can find the information on our vanRaam bicycles.
For more than 100 years we have been making sure that people can ride bicycles. The adapted bikes are produced on demand and according to your needs. Before your bicycle is produced, a free test ride is an important factor. You can do this for free at vanRaam in Varsseveld, at our vanRaam experience center Germany South, or at a dealer. Hereby, your inner leg length already plays a role in finding the right bicycle for you. Read below what the inside leg length is.
The inner leg length also called inside leg is the most important parameter to determine the frame height and seat height of the bicycle. In the exemplary illustration of the Maxi tricycle you can see dimensions. For the length "d" that goes from the saddle to the pedals, your inner leg length is necessary. It is important to find the right frame size. That way the right posture and pedal movement can be created.
You measure your inner leg length by measuring the length from the crotch to the ground. Your feet must stand flat on the floor at a distance of about 15 cm. Measure this length with shoes on your feet.
How do I measure my inner leg length?
Many vanRaam bicycles are available in a larger or smaller frame height. These include the tricycles Midi, Maxi, the Balance with a low entry and the tandems Kivo, Kivo Plus, Twinny and Twinny Plus.
On other bikes such as the side by side tandems Fun2Go, the scooter bike Easy Go as well as the tricycles Easy Rider, Easy Rider Compact, Easy Rider Compact Small, Easy Sport, Easy Sport Small the wheelchair bikes and the Chat the frame height is widely adjustable. If you are on the product page of a bicycle, you can find the required inner leg length under the heading "Specifications".
Good to know: The Easy Rider adult tricycle is also available in an extended version for taller people. Read more in our article: 'Extended and reinforced bicycle frames for vanRaam bikes‘.
If your inner leg length differs from leg to leg, we offer different options to compensate this. For example with a 'crank shortener'. If you have had a leg amputation, it is also possible to ride a bicycle with a stationary crank.
If you need an adapted bike or you would like to try out a bike for free, you can arrange a test ride with us in the vanRaam showroom or contact a dealer near you.
We would like to share our user experiences with you. Find out what is possible when you can ride a bicycle safely (again) with the help of an adapted bike.
Did you know that Van Raam can also produce the special needs bikes as a reinforced or extended version? Do you weigh more than 120 kilograms or is your height above average? Even then, Van Raam can mean something for you. Read this article about which bicycles we can produce as a reinforced or extended version.
If cycling becomes difficult due to your disability, you have the option to look at a special needs bike. vanRaam has adapted bikes that are suitable for different disabilities. A special needs bike makes cycling (together) with a disability often possible again. Click here to view these special needs bikes.
Do you have an older child or a large child who needs a (adaptive) tricycle? Van Raam is a manufacturer of special needs bicycles for people with a disability or people who are looking for more safety and stability while cycling. Van Raam has several tricycles in its range that are suitable for a large or an older child. View and read more about these tricycles here.
Van Raam is a manufacturer of special needs bicycles. These bicycles are suitable for people with a disability who cannot or no longer want to ride a standard two-wheeler. If there is a need for extra balance, a tricycle is the solution. Van Raam is specialized in making tricycles for adults. These tricycles are available in different sizes. Are you taller or bigger than average and looking for a large tricycle for adults? Read and view more here.
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