Alinker Blog
Celebrating 10 Years of the Alinker: An Interview with BE Alink
This is part one of an interview series with BE Alink, reflection on ten years of the development of the Alinker walking bike.
Alinker Milestones: My Trip to the Grocery Store
Disability activist Melanie Gaunt shares her experiences of getting out in the world again on her Alinker.
I recently went to get groceries for only the second time since February 2020. I was so...
Air Travel with a Disability: A Guide for Limited Mobility
Flying is stressful at the best of times. But when you add in the additional complexity of limited mobility, cumbersome medical equipment, and the need for assistance, it can be outright daunting. ...
Disability, Vulnerability, and Working Towards an Accessible World
People with disabilities are often confronted with inappropriately personal questions. How do we set boundaries while also working towards vulnerability and connection?
Personal stories
Practice and Patience Can Make a Walking Bike Work for Your Disability
Using a walking bike might be the mobility assist solution you're looking for, but it isn't an overnight solution, it takes hard work and determination.
Living in Long Term Care as a Young Person
Most people think of seniors when they think of long-term care. But there is a growing population of young people in long-term care who deserve our attention.
How to Stay Active with Limited Mobility, a Guide
Staying active with limited mobility can be challenging, but with the right tools, determination, and patience, you can lead a healthy, active lifestyle.
Campaigns
Crowdfunding: Meet Our Campaigns Manager Stephanie Sleight
People with disabilities are often driven into poverty, so we created a crowdfunding program to ensure everyone has access to mobility and a healthy, full life.
Accessibility
How to Find Accessible Trails for People with Disabilities
A guide to the apps, websites, and travel planning organizations that will help you find accessible trails and outdoor spaces for people with disabilities.