Step 'n Go is Changing Lives - One Step at a Time

“Hey, Look Mom – I’m Biking!”

Matthew has limited joint flexion caused by a negative reaction to a vaccine he was given as an infant. Biking has not been a part of growing up for Matt since he could not operate the pedals of a typical bicycle, nor could he maintain his balance or squeeze a brake handle.

When Matt first tried the Step 'n Go at our rental location in Ocean City, NJ, it was only a few minutes before he was riding down the sidewalk yelling “Hey, Look Mom – I’m Biking!”. His parents, Chuck & Lisa, had found for the first time a bike Matt could ride. The two up-front wheels gave him the stability his dad had been searching for and the upright riding position proved to be ideal for Matt's rigid upper torso and fused neck.

It is difficult for Matt to squeeze a brake lever, so we created a specially designed brake handle so that Matt could operate the brake by leaning on the padded brake bar with his forearm. Before Matt could leave the driveway, he had to demonstrate to his dad that he could operate the brake. 

Lisa is pleased with Matt's self-confidence on the Step 'n Go and has noted an increase in the strength of his leg muscles. His parents are glad to have found a bike Matt can use into adulthood as the bike will grow with him. But, best of all, Matt's thrilled to be 'one of the guys' when he's out riding with his friends.  

P.S. - Although occasionally a photo is taken of a rider without a helmet, we urge all riders to wear protective headgear when they ride the Step 'n Go

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