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Wheelchair cushion for the WCMX wheelchair used by Aaron 'Wheelz' Fotheringham during Nitro Circus performances

Object Details

Description (Brief)
WCMX wheelchair cushion used by Aaron 'Wheelz' Fotheringham during Nitro Circus performances and to kick off the 2016 Paralympic Summer Games in Rio. The blue cushion sits on the chair seat area. This Mega Ramp WCMX wheelchair was designed by Mike Box for jumping big ramps.
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Credit Line
Aaron Fotheringham
Physical Description
foam (overall material)
fabric (overall material)
plastic (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 14 in x 18 3/4 in x 2 1/4 in; 35.56 cm x 47.625 cm x 5.715 cm
Object Name
wheelchair cushion, adaptive sports
wheelchair cushion
WCMX wheechair used by Aaron 'Wheelz' Fotheringham during Nitro Circus performances
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