Trailblazer: Meet the Disabled rider rewriting the rules of mountain biking
Briefly

Jack Simms, an avid mountain biker, experienced a life-altering spinal injury in 2016. Initially, he feared his biking days were over, but discovering the Bowhead adaptive mountain bike revitalized his passion. This revelation inspired him to create Adaptiv Mobility, an initiative aimed at helping other disabled individuals experience the thrill of biking. Jack positions adaptive bikes as sleek and cool, challenging the stigma surrounding medical equipment. Despite struggles with initial adaptive gear, his journey exemplifies resilience and the impact of adaptive technology on outdoor sports for the disabled.
The thrill of mountain biking was lost for Jack Simms after a severe injury, but discovering the Bowhead adaptive bike reignited his passion.
Inspired by his own experience, Jack founded Adaptiv Mobility to help other disabled individuals experience the joy of mountain biking.
Adaptive bikes are now considered awesome pieces of equipment, changing perceptions of disability and bringing joy to the outdoor adventures.
Jack's journey reflects the power of adaptive engineering in transforming lives and breaking barriers in sports and outdoor activities.
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