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| HUGO Premium Rolling Walker, Cranberry | 
 enlarge | Brand: Hugo Boss
Category: Health And Beauty
This item is no longer available
Avg. Customer Rating:  (2 reviews)
Sales Rank: 74411
Color: Cranberry
Media: Health and Beauty
Shipping Weight (lbs): 22.6
Dimensions (in): 23.6 x 21.1 x 8.8
Model: 9620
UPC: 383960000311
EAN: 0383960000311
ASIN: B000HWHZ54
Release Date: September 17, 2006
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| Features:
| • | Comfortable ergonomic handgrips are the perfect blend of comfort and control; adjustable handlebars accommodate heights up to 6'5' | | • | Large 8 inch wheels, fully padded seat and backrest with all weather covering; deep cloth basket for storage; easy locking brakes for safety while sitting | | • | Easy to read owners manual; fits through standard doorways; seat depth 12"; seat width 12" | | • | Lightweight and easy to fold; holds up to 250 pounds | | • | No tools required |
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| Customer Reviews:
Hugo is terrific July 9, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
My 84 yr old father was able to put it together himself and was using it right away. It sure helps with his balance problem - and the seat feature is terrific when he gets winded. It's been through grass, dirt and sand and is holding up just fine.
Lots of Extras for the Money March 29, 2007
37 out of 37 found this review helpful
When I researched this walker for my 82 years young mother, this is the description I found in the publication "Nursing Homes":
'HUGO is an ergonomically designed rolling walker with a seat designed by the Georgia Tech Research Institute and distributed by Access Product Marketing. HUGO features oversize nonskid wheels for navigation on any terrain. It weighs 16.5 lbs and can be folded and stored in a closet or car trunk. Hand brakes, a padded seat, and a backrest allow users to stop and rest. A detachable vinyl bag can transport mail, magazines, or groceries.'
My mother really likes this walker particularly because of all the stowage compartments. In addition to the vinyl bag that attaches to the backrest, there is a sizeable compartment beneath the padded seat, which also has both netted and zip compartments on either side. The only desired accessory that is missing is a cup/drink holder.
The walker is well made and the ergnomic handles make it easy and comfortable for arthritic hands to grip and maneuver.
The large 8" wheels give more stability when maneuvering over uneven sidewalks or rough surfaces like gravel or lawn. The swivel wheels allow for easier steering around corners and turning around in tight places.
The brake grips are set just close enough for the forefingers to keep hold of (without braking) while the palm of the hands rest comfortably on
the handles. The brakes catch with an easy squeeze of the brake grips and hold securely in place when applied. A simple push downward of the brake grips, lock the brakes in place. They also unlock easily for those with arthritic hands.
The seat is comfortably padded, but not very large. It's enough for my 120 pound mom; I do not know if it would really comfortable seat for someone say, 180-200+ pounds...may be enough for a very short term seating.
It folds up, but not flat, so it will easily fill up a small trunk--something to keep in mind on shopping forays.
With all the accessories and the quality of manufacturing & design, the HUGO Premium Rollng Walker very reasonably priced at $116.99 and free S&H. We have paid far more for less. My mom's first walker was a basic no frills, no wheels, no seat. By the time I accessorized it with swivel wheels, seat, drink holder, storage compartments, ecetera, I'd spent about $200+.
As most health aids tend to be dreary gray/black/white colors, it's a pleasant suprise to see walkers being made in bright cheerful colors!
This really should be the standard for all health aids--particularly for those used at hospitals, hospices, and nursing homes. The hot cranberry color of this walker makes its appearance much more appealing & upbeat for the user!
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