Page 2 - Monthly Archives: December 2012
-
- December 06, 2012
Many people use mobile scooters to travel in urban areas and inside large buildings. They typically run on electric power, and most models have three wheels. When compared to walkers and wheelchairs, mobile scooters offer several advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of Using a Mobile Scooter
1. A mobility scooter can maneuver well and move quickly. Many models have maximum speeds of 4 to 8 MPH. This is considerably faster than most people move when they walk or use wheelchairs. A few scooters can even travel as fast as 15 MPH.
2. Baskets are available for many mobile scooters. They attach to the handlebars or the back of the seat. People can use them to carry groceries and other small items. To move additional cargo, owners can buy small trailers for their scooters.
3. Mobility scooters are comfortable. Most models have adjustable padded seats. Many of them feature armrests and headrests. The seats often resemble high-end office chairs. Some scooters also have canopies to protect
-
- December 05, 2012
The onset of winter means that snow will make its appearance in many parts of the country. One way to enjoy the weather is to explore the countryside on a snowmobile. Whether it is your first time or you have been riding for years, it is important that you follow some basic rules. These snowmobile riding tips will help you enjoy your trip and stay safe.
Inspect the Snowmobile
You should always perform a pre-ride inspection to ensure that your snowmobile is in proper working order. By checking the fuel level and the condition of the battery, drive belts and chains, you will reduce the risk that your machine will experience mechanical problems and other issues while you are out on the trail. Checking the snowmobile battery also ensures that you have the cranking power required to restart the snowmobile if you need to stop for any reason.
Wear Proper Clothing
You should always wear a helmet, gloves and protective eye-wear when driving a snowmobile. Dress warmly because exposure to the
-
- December 04, 2012
ImpactBattery.com and several of our Goal Zero solar panel and battery products were featured on a segment of Living In Style called "I Gotta Have That". Hosted by Rhonda Castagna, the segment shows how cool and functional it is to use these Goal Zero products and underscored (not in a scary way) how easy it is to have them available in the case of unforeseen disasters like Hurricane Sandy, earthquakes and similar events.
We love these products because they are fun and easy to use for daily living, like when we go camping in our pop-top tent trailer (or even without) and do not have electrical hookups. Check this out:
Host: Rhonda Castagna
TV Show: Living In Style
Web Site: http://livinginstyle.tv/Transcript:
Hi, I'm Rhonda Castagna, and welcome to this special edition of Living In Style's "I Gotta Have That". Today we have some great products and services to share with you, so let's get started.Now-a-days, everything we use on a daily basis needs power to operate, from laptops, tablets
