Out-Front Surge Handrims
The Surge: Simple and Elegant, Experience the Surge with Gription!
The Surge Handrim from Out-Front is an all-in-one oval with gription strip. The oval is available in two sizes, the standard larger profile as well as the smaller LT profile. The Surge also has a smooth side surface for no-burn braking. The Surge will not add any width to your chair and it is recommended for a person with good hand function.
Surge Benefits and Features
Lightweight, all-in-one single component.
Gription Strip improves traction on every push.
Oval shape comes in two sizes to fit the hand.
Smooth side surface means no-burn braking.
Close-in mount or wide mount options.
Fits on all wheel sizes from 20" to 26"
Sold as one handrim , if you want a pair you must enter quantity of 2.
The Gription Strip is a rubber strip that goes all the way around the top surface of the oval handrim. It is a high friction strip that provides a grippier propulsion surface. The grippier surface is particularly helpful when going up ramps, hills, or when traversing difficult surfaces (e.g., like deep-pile carpeting). The remaining surfaces of the oval (the side surfaces) are hard anodized in black to provide a smooth braking surface.
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The Surge is a lightweight, all-in-one oval handrim with a Gription™ Strip that improves traction on every push. The Surge does not add any width to your chair and can be mounted in the close-in or wide position. |
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The Gription Strip is particularly helpful when going up ramps, hills, or when traversing difficult surfaces (e.g., like deep-pile carpeting). Smooth side surface means no-burn braking. The Gription Strip™ is a rubber strip that goes all the way around the top surface of the oval handrim. |
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The Surge comes in two sizes (the Surge and the Surge LT) to let you choose the best fit for your hand. The Surge fits on all wheel sizes from 20" to 26". |
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Surge Handrims, Out-Front Buyer’s Guide
The Surge Handrims, Out-Front are a lightweight, ergonomic wheelchair push rim solution designed to optimize pushing efficiency and user control. Featuring an oval shape with a high-friction top strip and smooth sides, these handrims allow manual wheelchair users to propel forward with maximum traction while ensuring friction-free braking without burning their hands.
All-in-One Oval Shape for Ergonomic Support
The Surge Handrims, Out-Front feature an contoured oval design that closely mirrors the natural shape of the human hand. This ergonomic profile distributes gripping pressure evenly, significantly reducing hand fatigue and wrist strain during long daily pushes.
Surge Handrims Out-Front Gription Strip Traction
Equipped with a proprietary rubber Gription Strip™ along the top surface, these handrims deliver exceptional grip with minimal squeeze force. This high-traction surface ensures reliable propulsion on inclines or uneven surfaces, making it ideal for users with reduced hand strength.
Smooth Side Surface for Friction-Free Braking
Unlike fully-coated handrims that cause painful skin friction during sudden stops, the Surge Handrims feature smooth aluminum side surfaces. This dual-surface setup allows users to control downward speeds smoothly and brake without suffering heat buildup or palm burns.
Surge Handrims Out-Front Lightweight Single-Component Construction
Constructed as a seamless, single-piece component, these wheelchair handrims eliminate the added bulk and weight of traditional multi-piece accessories. Their lightweight build helps maintain overall wheel responsiveness and minimizes the physical effort required for every push.
Two Profile Sizes for Custom Hand Fit
The Surge handrim series is available in two distinct cross-sectional sizes: the standard Surge for broader gripping surfaces and the Surge LT (Lightweight) for smaller hands. This versatility allows users to tailor their equipment to their exact physical preferences.
Surge Handrims Out-Front Versatile Mounting and Wheel Compatibility
Designed to fit standard wheelchair wheel sizes ranging from 20 to 26 inches, these handrims support both close-in and wide mounting configurations. This customizable offset ensures proper alignment with your existing wheel setup and propulsion style.
Sold Individually for Flexible Replacement
These push rims are sold per piece, giving users the option to replace a single damaged side or order a full pair as needed. This modular purchasing option simplifies maintenance and cost management for long-term manual wheelchair users.
Surge Handrims Out-Front Review
The Surge Handrims, Out-Front offer an outstanding balance of ergonomic comfort, superior propulsion grip, and smooth braking control. By combining a grippy top strip with a smooth side profile, these handrims are a top-tier upgrade for manual wheelchair riders seeking to protect their hands while maximizing pushing efficiency.
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Surge Handrims
I love the grip they provide, they give a lot more power to push around.
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New rims make me happy!
So I've been only using them a short amount of time, but so far I'm loving them.
I came from the simple vinyl-coated handrims that sell with the Ki Catalyst that I use. Those work great, but I tear them up all the time.
My HOPE is that since the grip-strip is only on the top of the rim that it will not get torn up like my old vinyl ones do.
Only time will tell whether or not the grip strip will hold up. If it doesn't, I'll have wasted a bunch of extra money. But I have hope! -
Best decision ever!
Couldn't be happier with these handrims. They work perfectly and were easy to install.
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They are the best
They are the best hand rims I have tired in 37 years in a wheelchair. I am 72 years old.
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Surge Handrims
Much easier to grip then the stock round metal rims that come standard, and much less tiring. The Gription rubber strip is not only effective, but imperative. The carbon fiber side portion is quite smooth, which makes slowing on the steeper hills difficult. I have found that partial use and burns from the Gription strip on hills is often necessary. The Surge rims don't seem to be lighter then the stock round rims. Maybe even an ounce or two heavier, but not a deal breaker. Unless I find something even better then these handrims, I will be putting them on my other chairs also.