Trike Mid Step on my front porch last evening...

[consitter]

Yesterday evening I looked out on the porch and saw a bit of a surprise. The Trike Mid Step that I had ordered a day earlier was there. The tracking said it wasn't supposed to arrive until today! USPS for the win!! You won't EVER see the brown truck deliver anything a day early.

Anyhow, I'm a little excited. I'm going to install them today, Lord willing and the creeks don't rise. I bought them for my daughter who is special needs and has a very difficult time getting onto the trike. I usually have to lift her. She weighs almost 90 lbs now, and is growing, so old daddy's back and shoulders are getting a test every time we ride.

Also, I believe they will make it easier for me to get on as well, if the videos are right.

I plan on posting pics of the surgery, if I can figure out how to from my iPhone. I might even post a video of my daughter getting on and off the bike first without, then with the Mid-Step. We will see.

 

[Steve on 3]

You know we love pictures. I hope your install goes well and goood on you for keeping your daughter riding. You are making memories together for a lifetime

Steve

 

[jc1300]

Yeah, that's very cool....Good luck with the install. Shouldn't be too hard. After all, it's made for us old guys to put on! Video would be great!

 

[consitter]

First off, let's just say I'm a doofus. I managed to screw up something that should be totally simple. I got it together (mostly). I'll be back later with some pics after I sleep for awhile.

 

[consitter]

No pics to post yet. Trying to figure out how to get them from my iphone to here.

I'll have to say that for me, getting on and off the trike is a whole lot easier. I just step up, then across the seat. Easy peasy. I don't have to hike my leg up so high that it hurts anymore. Same with getting off. I just plant my feet on the steps on each side and stand up, step over, and I'm off. It's very steady. No slop or movement whatsoever. No more dragging my leg across.

I like it really well. And I thought I was just buying it for my daughter.

 

[jc1300]

Was your daughter able to use the step for easier access?

jc

 

[consitter]

Was your daughter able to use the step for easier access?

jc

Not as of yet. It's been too cold to take her outside to try. Later this week it should warm up, and I plan on getting video of her climbing on.

 

[consitter]

Here are all the pieces, and the one page instruction sheet. It's that simple. Well, it's that simple for anybody but me.

Took me awhile to figure out how to get a photo from my iPhone to here without having to upload it to my home computer. More pics will follow once we get back from Chicago.

I hope to put a video on YouTube and will post it on this thread.

 

[consitter]

Helped my daughter climb on and off yesterday. Once she got the hang of it and realized how to place her feet, she was climbing aboard mostly by herself. I was holding her hands for balance, but that was it. I wasn't having to support any weight, or do any lifting. She was squealing and making the sign for motorcycle like crazy, so as a reward for doing so well, I took her on a short ride up and down our street a few times.

***I WILL PUT THIS ON VIDEO SOON, I PROMISE***

I had my wife climb on and off, and she was very pleased. She gave me a kiss and said, "You did good for once." :blush:

 

[jc1300]

Helped my daughter climb on and off yesterday. Once she got the hang of it and realized how to place her feet, she was climbing aboard mostly by herself. I was holding her hands for balance, but that was it. I wasn't having to support any weight, or do any lifting. She was squealing and making the sign for motorcycle like crazy, so as a reward for doing so well, I took her on a short ride up and down our street a few times.

Then all is Good! Can't wait for the video...jc

 

[graygoat]

Good for you, consitter, glad this worked out for your family!
Your wife's comment almost made me spew my beverage on my keyboard!!:laugh:

 

[consitter]

FINALLY--

I was able to video my daughter and me using the trike mid step. Big difference in getting on and off. Especially if like her, a disability is involved.

 

[GARYD]

Absolutely Fantastic. Brought a tear to my old eyes seeing your daughter being sooo happy and excited. Job well done. You guys are amazing. God love you both.

 

[desertclassic]

Pretty neat. Great idea for those not able to just jump on and go. Jim

 

[consitter]

Absolutely Fantastic. Brought a tear to my old eyes seeing your daughter being sooo happy and excited. Job well done. You guys are amazing. God love you both.

She absolutely loves riding. I confused her by making her get on the bike, then right back off. Took her a short ride right after conclusion of video.

She was very happy.

 

[ParrotHD]

Helped my daughter climb on and off yesterday. Once she got the hang of it and realized how to place her feet, she was climbing aboard mostly by herself. I was holding her hands for balance, but that was it. I wasn't having to support any weight, or do any lifting. She was squealing and making the sign for motorcycle like crazy, so as a reward for doing so well, I took her on a short ride up and down our street a few times. :blush:

I think the Mid Step people owe you your money back....or at least some commission. Your story and video probably just sold a truckload of steps! Wonderful story!

 

[Harleytrikes3]

Trike Mid Step Video

FINALLY--

I was able to video my daughter and me using the trike mid step. Big difference in getting on and off. Especially if like her, a disability is involved.

Excellent video, Very touching:clapping:

 

[DK Custom Products]

Very cool video. Happy for you both!

Kevin

 

[psychogramps]

Glad to see the Mid Step worked for your girl. But that post showed how you're made. God Bless and Merry Christmas.

 

[rockher_man]

Steppin' up!......

Awesome!

You sir, are a kool father.

Your daughter looks very thrilled at what dad did
for HER on daddy's bad azZZ hog!

I bet she couldn't wait to brag to all her friends!

Ride safe...ride free.....ride the red line!.....

-B

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Forgot....

Looking at the pic...they kinda look like passenger
floorboards.

Just a thought.......

-B

 

[consitter]

Awesome!

You sir, are a kool father.

Your daughter looks very thrilled at what dad did
for HER on daddy's bad azZZ hog! ��

I bet she couldn't wait to brag to all her friends!

Ride safe...ride free.....ride the red line!.....��

-B

- - - Updated - - -

Forgot....

Looking at the pic...they kinda look like passenger
floorboards.

Just a thought......��.

-B

Thanks....I try to be cool. Sometimes I make the grade, even with the kids!

And yes, they are made like passenger floorboards, but they go on a fabricated square tubing that is attached to the frame with U-bolts. They are much more solid than floorboards alone. I can stand on one with my full weight and bounce up and down. IF, you want a set without their floorboards, they offer the frame at a substantial discount.