Convaid’s Cruiser family of lightweight, folding wheelchairs for children and teenagers let you go anywhere, while still ensuring proper positioning and support for special needs. The Cruiser has two upholstery styles: Standard Textilene and Sporty Cordura. The Cordura upholstery is lightly padded and covers the side bars and wraps over the front of the seat. This is the new Cruiser frame. It has an updated design with a silver frame, height adjustable single push handle and larger quick release tires. Convaid still makes the Cruiser Classic with individual push handles, smaller tires and black frame.
Now with 5" of seat depth growth to last for years!
The Convaid Cruiser Wheelchair leads the world in compact-foldingpositioning systems. Its lightweightportability and solid durability make it the most convenient compact wheelchair for busy parents and children. The Cruiser has a 30º fixed tilt – perfect for someone who needs increased upper body positioning. An array of positioning options helps you achieve the ideal support for your child, and the patented design provides maximum comfort and durability.T ransit models have been crash tested and are compliant with the WC19 standard for safe use as a seat in a school bus or accessible van. Whether it’s for transporting your child to and from school, used in the classroom, in the home, or around town, the Convaid Cruiser Wheelchair
Features
Tension adjustable back upholstery
Adjustable back straps enable personalized fitting for both the lower and upper back areas.
Self-Tensio®
The built-in self-tensioning seating system improves comfort and endurance while sitting.
One-piece, height-adjustable push handle
Designed for ergonomic comfort, this is adjustable in height and angle to suit caregivers of different heights. It also comes with an optional 2 piece push handle.
Tool-less seat depth adjustment
Seat depth can be adjusted and upholstery removed without needing tools.
Upholstery Colors
Convaid's upholstery is globally recognized for its strength, resistance to wear, and superior performance. It feels good to touch and offers slight support with padded sections. The high-quality fabric used is both detachable and machine washable, ensuring user comfort.
Royal Blue
Sassy Purple
Cherry Red
Princess Pink
Panther Black
Forest Green
Standard Features
- 30° fixed tilt
- One-piece height adjustable push handle (CX10/12/14/16)
- Two-piece push handles (CX18 required)
- Tension adjustable back
- Cordura or Textilene upholstery
- Tool-less upholstery removal
- Tool-less adjustable seat depth growth of 5"
- Zippered pockets in seat & back upholstery (Cordura only: CX10/12/14/16)
- 2-point positioning belt
- Self-Tensio®
- Removable, height adjustable swing-away footplates
- 7.5" X 2" front, 11.5" X 2.5" Rear solid tires (CX10/12/14/16)
- 8” front and 11” rear solid tires (CX18 required)
- Quick release Rolko rear wheels (CX10/12/14/16)
- Foot operated wheel lock (CX10/12/14/16)
- Toggle wheel locks (CX18 required)
- Silver powder coated frame
- Closure strap
- Made in the USA
Fitting Guide
Proper seating and positioning help maintain good posture, improving circulation, breathing, and digestion. It's important to adjust the chair to suit the user's needs. If the positioning isn't right, consider using additional accessories mentioned in the manual or consult a physical therapist. Incorrect seating can lead to health issues, so seeking advice from a physical therapist or doctor is recommended.
Seat Back Height
- Seat back height depends on the chair type and seat width.
- Use headrest extensions for extra head support if needed.
- Measure from the seat to the top of the shoulder or upper head to find seat back height.
Seat Width
- Seat back height depends on chair type and seat width.
- Headrest extensions can be used for additional head support.
- Measure from the seat to the top of the shoulder or upper head for seat back height.
Seat Depth
- Seat back height depends on the type of chair and its width.
-Use headrest extensions for more height if needed for head support.
-Measure from the seat to the top of the shoulder or head to determine seat back height.
Size Chart
| Cruiser 10 | Cruiser 12 | Cruiser 14 | Cruiser 16 | Cruiser 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat width | 10” | 12” | 14” | 16” | 18” |
| Seat depth | 6–11” | 8–13” | 10–15” | 11–16” | 14–21” |
| Seat back height^ | 21”(C) / 20"(T) | 22”(C) / 20"(T) | 25”(C) / 23"(T) | 27”(C) / 24"(T) | 25”(C) / 25"(T) |
| Seat to footplate* | 5–21” | 5–25” | 4–22” | 4–22” | 8–23” |
| Seat to floor | 23” | 25” | 21” | 23” | 26” |
| Seat to back angle | 85°/90°/95° | 85°/90°/95° | 85°/90°/95° | 85°/90°/95°” | 85°/90°/95° |
| Seat angle | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° |
| Overall height | 37” | 38” | 37” | 40” | 38” |
| Overall length | 48” | 44” | 49” | 52” | 55” |
| Overall width | 22” | 23.5” | 25.5” | 27.5” | 28.5” |
| Folded height⬦ | 17” | 17” | 17” | 17” | 17” |
| Folded length | 47” | 48” | 47” | 53” | 50” |
| Folded width | 15” | 15” | 16” | 16” | 15” |
| | 6” | 8” | 8” | 8” | 10” |
| Shoulder strap height⬦ | 11–19” | 12–20” | 15–23” | 17–25” | 16–22” |
| Push handle adjustments^^ | 28 – 43" | 29 – 46" | 28 – 45" | 31 – 48" | N/A |
| Weight capacity regular/transit | 75/66 lbs | 75/66 lbs | 100/100 lbs | 170/170 lbs | 250/170 lbs |
| Weight of chair without front rigging | 27 lbs | 27 lbs | 28 lbs | 32 lbs | 30 lbs |
* Plus or minus .5 inches due to fabric
⬦ Models with Textilene fabric, shoulder strap height is 2 inches shorter
^ Seat back height
C - Cordura upholstery
T - Textilene upholstery
^^ Adjustable push handle is not available on 18 inch models
Accessories
Leg and foot supports
Foot Positioners
Adjustable Velcro® straps are used to ensure the feet are correctly placed on footplates, increasing the contact area for loading and ensuring the feet are aligned properly.
Head supports
Padded Headwings
Height-adjustable headwings with soft foam offer side support to keep the head centered and aligned.
Abduction and adduction
Medial Thigh Support (Abductor)
This feature spreads the thighs apart to better align the hips and stabilize the sitting posture. The amount of separation can be adjusted to cater to uneven postures.
Abduction and adduction
Lateral Thigh Support (Adductor)
This mechanism draws the thighs closer to enhance hip alignment and stabilize the sitting posture.
Leg and foot supports
Footplate Securement Strap
A strap keeps the footplates together, stopping them from flipping up, which is particularly beneficial for people with high muscle tone.
Leg and foot supports
Angle Adjustable Footplates
Footplate angle is adjustable to accommodate dorsal/plantar extensions/contractors to provide proper foot positioning and alignment.
Bags and baskets
Utility Bag
Ideal for keeping essential medical supplies and disposable items. It can be easily detached from the chair and turns into a handy tote when removed.
Outdoor use
Mosquito Net
The mosquito net is designed to protect the user from mosquitos and other insects.
Outdoor use
Headrest Cover (Canopy)
Provides protection from sunlight and the environment.
Castors
Caster Lock for 2 Wide Front Tires
Provides a leverage point to elevate the front of the chair to easily go up curbs. Manufacturer installation required.
Vests, belts and straps
Full Torso Support Vest
Can be used for the client with a protruding abdomen with a flexible pelvis and spine to reposition his weight back over the pelvis.
Outdoor use
Extended Headrest Cover - No Windows (Canopy)
Provides extended protection from sunlight, wind, and the environment.
Cushions
Support - General Use Cushion
The soft foam base provides support and increased tolerance to aid in user’s comfort. Not available in EU.
Cushions
Position Cushion - Medial Thigh Support/Anti Thrust
Medial thigh support helps to position the legs out of abduction and into medial alignment to improve weight-bearing and maximize loading contact surface area.
Postural supports
Reducer Seat Insert
Provides proper positioning in an oversized wheelchair to maximize growth potential.
Cushions
Align Cushion - Lateral Pelvis/Lateral Thigh Support
Contoured edges provide lateral pelvic stability and thigh positioning to reduce lateral movement of the pelvis and improve lower extremity stability.
Head supports
Occi-Headwings
Offers support below the back of the head to keep it aligned in the center, enhancing comfort, permitting head movement from side to side without blockage.
Bags and baskets
Under Seat Storage Basket - Fixed Tilt
The storage basket is the perfect place to stow essential medical items such as a suction device.
Bags and baskets
Wheelchair Travel Bag
This travel bag with wheels is ideal for taking your chair on planes, trains, or buses. Made from durable Cordura fabric, it features two-way zipper pulls.
Head supports
Headrest Extension
Extends back height to provide head support for taller individuals.
Postural supports
H-Harness with Padded Covers (3-Pt Positioning Belt Req
Provides the occupant with anterior trunk support to maintain upper body trunk positioning and prevent upper body fatigue.
Vests, belts and straps
3-Point Positioning Belt
3-point positioning belt with depth adjustable crotch strap helps position the user’s pelvis properly and prevents submarining out of the chair.
Leg and foot supports
Calf Panel
Provides support to the lower legs to give additional support, pressure relief, and comfort. Especially helpful when the chair is in a tilted or reclined position.
