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Reviewed by Laurie from Tacoma, WA on 08-Mar-2013Best Transport Chair on the Market!
Your Rating I’m a caregiver for both my mom and a tall male neighbor. This model is light enough for me to lift easily (21 pounds or less including feet) with back wheels that are large/sturdy enough to easily PUSH the chair across raised doorway/elevator thresholds and over uneven terrain.
Would recommend this to a friend? YES

This review is from: Karman Ergonomic Wheelchair Ergo Flight with Quick Release Axles in 18 inch Seat, Pearl Silver Frame (Health and Beauty)
I tried a half dozen transport chairs before discovering Karman’s Ergo Flight model–light enough for me to lift (21 pounds including swing-away feet), with large enough rear wheels to allow me to easily PUSH the chair across raised doorway thresholds and over uneven terrain.

Similarly sturdy models (all brands) with companion hand brakes weighed 28-33 pounds or more, while other ultralight models (15+ pounds) were too flimsy to negotiate small bumps without constantly turning around and pulling the chair and its passenger backwards. Additionally, Karman’s unique ergonomic seat is genuinely comfortable, unlike the hiney-numbing “sling seat” of most transport chairs.

The quality and workmanship of the Karman Ergo Flight, coupled with the terrific features already mentioned, make it well worth the higher price tag; I can’t recommend this chair highly enough!

Our reviews are written by customers who have bought and used this item.
Features

4-Quality
5-Ease of Use
5-Meets Expectations
5-Overall
4.8/ 5-I bought this light chair so my wife can load it into the car
Reviewer: Paul S. from Hayes, VA
End User Desc: age:78.Left side problematic due to two strokes.
Strengths: The light weight is the primary strength. The chair folds into a compact unit. The seat is comfortable.
Weaknesses: The only weakness I can think of is the chair is somewhat more fragile than a steel chair.
Reviewed on 04/11/2013

LOVE the ErgoFlight wheelchair
This wheelchair has met every criteria that I set for a wheelchair. No assembly required, very lightweight, yet sturdy. I am so-o-o happy with this purchase!!

Merry from Bell, FL