Glider Rider Brings TLC Mobility to Multiple Generations

Online, February 18, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Portland, OR, Boca Raton, FL. - Glider Rider, LLC today in association with TLC Mobility Foundation announced the launch of the world's first mobility assistance system that combines the best in safety with the latest innovations in recreation-based therapy. It uses the decade long success of a children's balance learning bike to take mobility to a new level in independence and freedom

"Generations of consumers have been for more effective, user-friendly mobility assistance that increases independence and we've responded by introducing our flagship Glider Rider Mobility Transport Vehicle (MTV)," said Randy Eady, Founder of Glider Rider, LLC. "Throughout our company, we have always let be known that we see mobility assistance as more than transiting from A to B. We want secure, comfortable, all-ability access to our family of vehicles."

It's More Than A Ride at TLC Mobility

We fully embrace the Glider Rider multi-generations approach," said Lisa Hamilton-Johnson, President of the non-profit TLC Mobility Foundation. "We believe that transportation is more than a ride. It is the freedom to go when you want and when you need it. It is the freedom to go to social functions and business activities. It is getting some normality back." The philosophy of TLC Mobility Foundation is very simple, explained Hamilton-Johnson, we care about children and adults with special needs. We use the advocacy of transportation services to promote the participation and involvement (inclusion) of children and adults with special needs and those without disabilities into family, work and community life.

Performance and Therapy

"Whether it's micro-trips in a community setting, scooting around with the grand and great-grand children or challenging the abilities of riders - we have evolved our little bike from the primitive training wheel approach and we are taking the walker out of the stone age," added Eady. The Glider Rider MTV™ does this with a new swivel-pivot joint design that mimics pelvic rotation. For the first time ever, riders of all ages and a diverse set of abilities can deliver self-paced, conditioning to the crucial core muscle groups in the body associated with keeping balance and fitness at optimum levels.

The Glider Rider MTV™ was also designed for moderate physically active consumers looking for a pleasurable rehabilitation or wellness experience. The MTV is equipped with a high-definition light and multi-media, weather resistant component that includes the newest GPS mapping technology for secure and exciting transit. This system integrates with a suite of pedometer and movement measuring tools to help keep track of activity, calories, ect.

Pricing and Availability

To realize the mutual goals of both organizations a portion of the proceeds of specific models of Glider Riders (child and adult versions) will be donated directly to the TLC Mobility Foundation as of Feb 20th, 2010 (the first day of the NW Bikeshow). http://www.nwbikeshow.com/call_for_presenters.html

The Glider River MTV will be available soon at www.bikesthatteach.com and later this year at retailers everywhere. Nicely equipped pricing starts at around $549.

About TLC Mobility Foundation

is a 501(c)(3) public charity located in Boca Raton, Florida. The request by a client to provide a ride in-style accommodations for special needs children, caregivers, parents and luggage to Disney became a challenge. The gaps in transportation services such as this gave birth to the need for the TLC Mobility Foundation.

TLC recognizes that caring for someone with special needs is a family affair that puts demands on parents, siblings, caregivers, and extended family members. We believe, the TLC Mobility Foundation is uniquely positioned to touch individual lives with its focus on providing equal access transportation services and initiatives that inform, educate, and promote the inclusion of those with special needs along with people without disabilities with various events and activities throughout the year! For more information see www.tlcmobility.org.

Contact Info:

TLC Mobility Foundation

20423 State Road 7

Suite 309

Boca Raton, FL 33498

561.929.8950

[email protected]