Katie's Freedom - Omeo Wheelchair

Hi Katie, I design and manufacture the ViMo wheelchair (www.vimowheelchair.co.nz). You can't strictly compare the Omeo to the ViMo as they are designed for different customers and both have their place. I have a number customers with MS. The main advantages of a powered ViMo is that they are light (35kg all up), can be quickly broken down for transport (the heaviest component being the chassis at 11kg) and can be stored in small spaces (such as the boot of my Suzuki Swift). Therefore you don't need a special vehicle or a lift and the basic price is $8500 incl GST. They are very capable off-road and will climb a 1 in 4 slope. One of my customers with MS regularly travels to the 'States with hers. There are 3 different models available.

If you'd like to trial one for a week or two email of ring me (021) 43 63 53. Thanks, Peter Thompson