Try Loopwheels at Home: Everything you Need to Know About a Loopwheels Trial

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Choosing the right wheels for your wheelchair is a big decision, and we understand how improtant it is to get it right. That’s why we offer Loopwheels trials: a chance to test our innovative suspension wheels on your own chair, over your regular routes, and in your everyday life for 2 weeks.

Many of our customers have found that trying Loopwheels made all the difference in their decision – experiencing the comfort and performance firsthand said more than words ever could.

In this post, we’ll walk you through how trials work, and why they could be the perfect next step for you.

What is the Loopwheels trial scheme?

Our trial scheme is a simple, hassle-free way to test the proven benefits of Loopwheels. We’ll send a set of demo wheels to your door, matched to your wheelchair and needs, so that you can see and feel the difference that they make.

Whether you’re dealing with rough pavements, cobblestones, or overall want to reduce vibration, fatigue and pain, the trial gives you a chance to experience Loopwheels in your daily life.

Who should do a Loopwheels trial?

We recommend our trials to anyone interested in purchasing Loopwheels. They are a great opportunity for:

  • Anyone experiencing back or neck pain in their wheelchair.
  • Anyone feeling badly fatigued after a day out using their wheelchair.
  • Anyone using a handbike or power add-on with their wheelchair.
  • Anyone interested in purchasing off-road wheelchair wheels.
  • Wheelchair users who are curious about the in-wheel suspension technology.
  • People who are on the fence and would like to test before they invest.

How do I arrange a Loopwheels trial?

Arranging a trial is a simple process, and our knowledgeable and friendly team is available to answer any questions you may have along the way!

Step 1: Choose a model of Loopwheels to trial

You may already know which wheels you want to try, and in that case, you can skip to Step 2!

If you’re unsure, why not check out our blog post on the differences between each model. If you still can’t decide, you can always get in touch with us to help choose the right wheels for you.

Step 2: Sign up for a trial!

Once you have selected your wheels, you will need to sign up online. Trials cost £35, which simply covers the cost of postage and packing. 

Step 3: Put the wheels to the test!

Once your wheels have arrived, you can put them to the test! You will have 2 weeks with your trial wheels, which we hope is enough time to feel the difference they can make. 

Tip: Don’t Forget the Surfaces You Regularly Avoid!

When trialling Loopwheels, take them wherever you normally wouldn’t – cobbles, rough paths, bumpy pavements. This is what most customers tell us helped them notice the big difference Loopwheels can make.

Photo Credits: Peter Lau

If you use a handbike or power add-on, it is important to know that you can (and should!) use this during your trial. Please note that our wheels are warrantied for use up to 25km/h.

Step 4: Review your trial with an expert

Our expert team will be in touch to arrange a date for UPS to collect the wheels after your trial. We will speak to you about your experience, and answer any questions that you may have. If you do decide to purchase a pair of Loopwheels, the team can also support you with this! This may be supporting you with picking the right push rims, or setting up a payment plan.

Please note that following the trial there is no obligation to purchase a pair of Loopwheels.

What our customers say about Loopwheels trials…

“The trial was unbelievably easy to arrange. I sent a message and instantly there was a reply from a real person. Any questions I had were answered straight away. It was super friendly. They couldn’t be more happy to help or answer my questions”
Craig, trialled Loopwheels Urban.

“Initially I tried Loopwheels about 5 years ago on the try before you buy scheme, and while I liked them I was unsure if I liked them enough for the cost involved. However, on my first day back on my Spinergy wheels after returning the trial Loopwheels I realised quite how much of a difference they were making, as I painfully felt every small bump I went over, including the paint on the playground at school!”

– Sally, trialled Loopwheels Classic and Loopwheels Urban.

‘Getting it organised was so easy. So, so easy. Literally, it was just a conversation with Katie about what I was hoping to get out of the trial, and why I wanted to do it. I loved the fact that there was no pressure. It was just if I wanted to proceed, that’s fine, and if I didn’t then I didn’t have to.’

– Jo, trialled Loopwheels Urban