I cant afford a titanium wheelchair so my therapist is ordering an aluminum one instead. Is there that much difference between the two materials?
No the big buzz around our industry is Titanium. In my opinion the only advantages is you dont have to paint titanium so it wont scratch-up. Yes- titanium is stronger and you can use a thinner walled tube making it a little lighter but in the wheelchair world thats not that big of a deal. Aluminum is stiffer which will give a more energy efficient ride. If you want better performance in a chair invest in high-end wheels. Its the components that are added on a chair that reduces weight or adds weight- not the frame! So take a close look at what components weigh and make sure you really need them because it all adds up.
