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FDA Approved
FDA Approved
Hippocampe All-Terrain Beach Wheelchair is a lightweight wheelchair that can be easily packed at home or in a transport bag. The Vipamat Hippocampe All-Terrain Wheelchair is designed to make beach and water-related activities accessible. Hippocampe is a 37.5-lbs. towed, pushed, and self-propelled wheelchair that provides its user autonomy and enables caregivers to easily assist even heavy-weight clients using its push bar or traction kit. The seat is made of a strong closed-cell foam for water resistance, making it comfortable and quick-drying, and the fabric is fireproof.
Hippocampe Beach and All-Terrain Wheelchair helps families with handicapped children gain access to additional leisure and activities. With a maximum authorized load of 287 lbs., it can also be used as an adult wheelchair. Hippocampe Beach Wheelchair can be seen as a sand wheelchair for access to aquatic activities such as hand surfing, kayaking for impaired people, swimming, adaptive sports, and even water skydiving. The Hippocampe Wheelchair by Vipamat is available in four sizes: S, M, L, and XL (longer size). Hippocampe All-Terrain Beach Chair meets quality standards. It is certified ISO 13 485 and FDA-approved.
The Hippocampe Beach Wheelchair offers individuals with disabilities accessibility to difficult terrains that are impossible for a standard wheelchair like beach, sand, swimming area, hiking trails, snow and mountain.
Vipamat Hippocampe Beach and All-Terrain Wheelchair includes:
Features of Hippocampe Beach All Terrain Wheelchair:
Beach:
The Hippocampe Beach and All-Terrain does not have ball bearings, it is designed to fit in the sand. The optional balloon wheels make it easier to move in the sand.
Swimming:
Thanks to its immersion in the water, you can fully enjoy swimming. You can get down and back up easily on the Hippocampe beach wheelchair with the help of a companion.
Water Activities:
The All Terrain Wheelchair makes access to craft easier so you can take part in water activities: adapted kayaking, handisurfing, diving, sailing and swimming
Walk:
Adults or children, go for beautiful walks in the forest, on the beach, or in the countryside. The options allow you to adapt the Vipamat wheelchair to your needs and to different grounds.
Hike:
The Vipamate Hippocampe wheelchair allows you to enjoy mountain or forest hikes, to discover panoramas inaccessible to standard wheelchairs.
Snow:
Enjoy the snow with the front ski and the rear skis set options. The skis adapt to the reliefs so you can progress on snowy grounds.
Vipamat Hippocampe Chair | ||||
Size | Small | Medium | Large | X-large |
Seat width | 15.7" | 15.7" | 15.7" | 15.7" |
Seat depth | 14.5" | 14.5" | 14.5" | 14.5" |
Seat length | 28.3" | 32.2" | 36.2" | 41.3" |
Back seat height | 14.5" - 18.5" | 14.5" - 18.5" | 14.5" - 18.5" | 14.5" - 18.5" |
Seat height - ground | 13.3" | 13.3" | 13.3" | 13.3" |
Interior width (without armrests) | 19.6" | 19.6" | 19.6" | 19.6" |
Total length | 66.9" | 70.8" | 74.8" | 79.9" |
Total height | 40.5" | 40.5" | 40.5" | 40.5" |
Total width | 26.7" | 26.7" | 26.7" | 26.7" |
Total length folded | 45.6" | 49.6" | 53.5" | 58.6" |
Product weight (without options) | 37.4 lbs. | 37.4 lbs. | 37.4 lbs. | 37.4 lbs. |
Weight capacity | 286.6 lbs. | 286.6 lbs. | 286.6 lbs. | 286.6 lbs. |
Please call us for specific details.
Please call us for specific details.
Q. What sizes are available and how do I choose the right one?
A. The Hippocampe All-terrain wheelchair is available in Small, Medium,
Large, and Extra Large. Frame selection is based on user height:
Q. Is the Hippocampe Beach Wheelchair safe for water and pools?
A. Yes. It’s made with closed-cell foam and a corrosion-resistant stainless
steel and anodized aluminum frame, making it safe for full water immersion in
pools, lakes, and beaches.
Q. Can the Hippocampe be used on snow?
A. Yes, the Hippocampe can be used on snow when equipped with the optional
front ski kit and rear ski set. Each ski pivots independently, helping the
wheelchair adapt to uneven or sloped snowy paths. Choose the option from the Accessories
section while placing order.
Q. Are balloon wheels necessary for sand use?
A. Standard wheels work on firm sand, but balloon wheels are ideal for fine
or deep sand, making the chair easier to push or pull. Be sure to select
them from the "accessories" menu when placing your order.
Q. What is the weight capacity of the Hippocampe beach and all-terrain wheelchair?
A. It supports up to 286.6 lbs, making it safe for heavy-weight users and adults with mobility challenges.
Q. Is the Hippocampe easy to transport or take on flights?
A. Yes. It weighs just 37.4 lbs. and folds down to 45.6"–58.6", depending on
size. Optional transport bags are available for compact travel and storage. Please select the appropriate transport bag
from the dropdown menu based on your chair size.
Q. Does the Vipamat Hippocampe wheelchair have brakes?
A. Brakes are not included by default, but optional stainless steel parking
brakes are available for added safety during transfers or on slopes. You can add them
from the Accessories section when placing your order.
Q. Can the Hippocampe be pushed or self-propelled?
A. Yes. It can be self-propelled by the user or pushed/pulled by a caregiver
using the push bar or traction kit.
Q. Is the seat of Vipamat adult chair comfortable for long use and
resistant to moisture?
A. The 3 cm-thick closed-cell foam seat is both comfortable and
water-resistant. It dries quickly, resists mold, and is treated to be
fire-retardant—ideal for extended outdoor use.
Q. Is the Hippocampe beach chair FDA-approved?
A. Yes. The Hippocampe is FDA-cleared and ISO 13485-certified, ensuring it
meets high standards for medical safety and quality.
Q. What are the benefits of swiveling armrests?
A. Swiveling armrests improve comfort and make side transfers easier. They
swing away to allow better access in and out of the chair.
Q. What does the footrest net do on the Vipamat Hippocampe Beach
wheelchair?
A. The footrest net fills the gap between the seat and footrest to prevent
feet from slipping—great for kids or users with limited leg control. It's not included by
default, so be sure to add it when ordering if extra foot support is needed.
Q. Is there an adjustable headrest available?
A. Yes. The optional adjustable headrest offers soft foam support, with
height and angle adjustments. Add it during checkout if needed.