Is it easy to walk/run with this pad on the knee? My son keeps falling while he is running.My intention is not to use this bikes/scooters/skate-boards
1059252
Yep yep. My son uses it when riding his scooter and balance bike. But when he is done, he normally wants it off.
1059253
It is for my daughter. She is five and roller skates for roller derby in these. She can skate back and forward, jump when necessary and go side to side relatively easy.
1059254
No I feel that they are too long to run in. They are designed for bike riding or standing on a scooter.
1907607
Hey, it folds very easily actually...it's not really heavy, but made of metal, so if you're a tiny woman, you may have issues, but perhaps not. Regarding the knee pad, it's fantastic. Prior to owning this gem of a device I was quite limited with crutches; however, I easily went all over university campus and on my hardwood floors with my ruptured Achilles tendon. For the price and what it permits one to do, it's simply amazing. I hope this helps.
889515
there's a black knob in the front just tighten it, but actually better not increasing it a lot, as it will get hot and start whistling. I had the problem of it making noise until I used my head and figured it was because i had it too tight. It now works beautifully and I use every day for 30 minutes. Had had knee surgery and and I went thru therapy afterwards and one of the other people in there said she had one and loved it, so I asked the therapist and she said by all means when you finish your therapy here, just continue using the Stamina. I love it. Been using about 1 month now and not only does my knee feel better but both legs love the exercise, as i'm not an outside walker, great little machine and great price. Good luck !
2244683
Speaking for myself, I've had two garden kneelers and to date have had no problems with the pad. I've asked my wife and her response is the same, no problems. Thanks, I will keep an eye on them and if I do have problems in the future will let you know.
962464
I love mine. There is one exercise the video shows that bugs my knee but it's easily adaptable. My mom got a gazelle after I did. She has bad knees. It doesn't bother her. Side note...I think it a important to add wd40 to the crossbar the handles are attached to as suggested by somebody.
247462
I had that same problem. Find a long, narrow pillow and use Velcro to attach it to the pad. I found the self-stick Velcro, so just wrapped it around the pillow and the pad. It worked. But you can tie a ribbon around it or string to keep it on the seat. I loved my knee walker - saved me from being trapped at home and gave me mobility so that I could go shopping and just sit on the chair when I was tired. My granddaughter used to sit on the front of the seat and hang on to the bars to take a ride too. Good luck!
247467
I think they do make a pad that slips over the knee area, but if you or someone you know are a little crafty, you could get some seat cusion batting in the craft dept. at Wmrt and make one. Or you could tie a thick towel onto the knee area and try that, it won't look the prettiest but might relieve some of the discomfort. My knee bothered me at first, but now not so much. If you are on it for an extended time, it will get a little uncomfortable. Hope this helps.
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Booker: My model has a 3 1/2"×4" trapezoidal shaped pedal with a fine lateral herringbone tread on the pad surface. The pad fits the dorsal surface of the rider toe pad, obviously not the full foot surface. Another client answered concerning "threads"...only addition I would prefer is a toe hold strap...Thus I made my own with broad elastic and wear non slip soled socks!. A nice, quiet well made recumbent for average in home use. No complaints thus far. I purchased 12/13 post - op knee replacement. KC
1113269
Never tried the Strider but, My 2 yr old and my 4 yr old both use the foot rest. They run and once they are going fast enough they put their feet up on the rest and cruise around. Very good balance bike. Inside of 3 weeks of riding the Kazam my 4 yr old asked me to take the training wheels off of her "big girl" bike. She rides both like a champ hasn't looked back for the training wheels at all.
1907604
The knee walker is very easy to fold and put in your vehicle. It's also much much easier than being on crutches. They are a super great invention. My doctor recommended it and I loved mine!
1113267
The foot rest kind of does make a difference. If your son or daughter wanted to coast or not "scoot" they would have to have there feet sticking out. If they're in an open wide area it may not be an issue. The bigger issue with the Strider is if you have a boy. He will surely rack his nuts on that thing several times....the main reason I chose the Kazam over it.
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My spine has deteriorated due to arthritis and I have had both knees replaced but have found it easy to get onto the trainer. I use the same method as listed which is to move the pedals to the best position and stepping imbetween them - approximately the same height as a stair (I use the seat as a way to steady myself). Great way to exercise - do it while watching TV.
1530207
I doubt it. They protect against bumps from the surface you are kneeling on and the occasional bump. There are much more heavily padded kneepads out there - try Alta. They just don't fit as nice for walking.
1536937
It is completely breathable and wipes off clean easily. This pad has been a life saver in our house. We stand it up against a wall and the boys run and literally crash into it. It does not fall and no one needs to be holding it. They also jump on to it from their beds. Great buy!
70930
Its great for running but use the side straps so it doesnt bounce. It can be hard to breathe when using all 50 lbs.
2282312
My experience is that pretty much any of these will be at least a bit uncomfortable simply because you aren't meant to rest so much weight on your shin and knee for extended periods of time. I would overall recommend this model, but would also recommend getting a padded cover for the pad, which will give you a bit more comfort.
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Stand on good foot, pivot your seat to the scooters seat and sit down. The knee walker is much easier to use if its only foot or ankle. We have both.