Riders
We believe the fun and freedom of riding your own bike is something everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy. People who are unable to operate a traditional bike can now share this experience, thanks to the Amtryke therapeutic tricycle.
These unique trykes are designed to accommodate riders of all ages and a myriad of physical and/or developmental challenges.
Both Physical and Occupational Therapists acknowledge the Amtryke’s many therapeutic benefits, including improved motor skills, strength development and self-esteem.
Amtryke, LLC is fully owned and operated by National AMBUCS, Inc. a nationwide 501c3 nonprofit charity dedicated to creating mobility and independence for people with disabilities.
To date, over 30,000 Amtrykes have been provided around the United States. The majority of these trykes are purchased by volunteer members of the AMBUCS organization and donated free of charge to financially-needy children or Veterans in their own community.
“We are all CAPABLE, we just roll a different way!”
-Joanne, adult recipient
Parents
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97.7% say the Amtryke has had a positive impact on their child.²
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56% say riders now able to perform tasks that s/he was not able to do before using an Amtryke.
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“When she saw the bike, she didn’t look very happy and she said to me ‘but, I can’t use my legs.’ I told her, oh, honey, this is a special bike that you pedal with your arms, not your legs. She smiled the biggest smile and said ‘Can I ride it now?!’” – Parent
Get a Bike
To join our rider wish list and receive an adapted bike of your own, complete the application below and mail it to
306 Jefferson Drive
Mastic Beach, NY 11951
Parents
For parents, the Amtryke fills the need of every child to have a bike—just like their siblings and friends. Many riders not previously considered capable of riding a bike will be successful riding an Amtryke. Our trykes are designed to look like bikes, not medical equipment, and to be age appropriate.
Parents tell us all the time about how the Amtryke has improved their kid’s life. It’s not just the obvious benefits of exercise but also more subtle things like improved family and peer activity inclusion as well as a sense of empowerment, self-reliance and freedom.