In this exciting episode of the We’re Not Stumped podcast, host Mike Bolland welcomes Dr. Benjamin S. Woodford, founder and inventor of Paraboards. This groundbreaking company is transforming the lives of wheelchair users with custom-built electric boards that bring speed, fun, and accessibility to a whole new level.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
The inspiring story behind Paraboards, invented by Dr. Woodford, a T4 paraplegic with over 20 years of wheelchair experience.
How Paraboards are empowering wheelchair users to enjoy adrenaline-fueled thrills and outdoor activities with ease.
The innovative features of Paraboards, from modular parts to speeds of up to 25 mph.
The founder’s mission to make adaptive equipment affordable, fun, and fast while breaking down barriers for the wheelchair community.
💡 About Paraboards:
Paraboards creates electric attachments for manual wheelchairs, combining cutting-edge engineering with affordability and fun. Designed by a wheelchair user for wheelchair users, these products blur the line between mobility aids and recreational vehicles.
✨ Why You Should Watch:
If you’re passionate about adaptive technology, love hearing stories of innovation, or want to learn how Paraboards is setting a new standard in mobility, this episode is a must-watch.
🌟 Connect with Paraboards:
Website: https://ParaBoards.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paraboards
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paraboards
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