We design and fabricate custom-made wheelchairs and accessories from factorys based in Christchurch, New Zealand and Fresno, California. Our custom wheelchairs are made to measure, designed to fit you and to suit the way you move.
We also have a large range of parts and accessories including powered devices for wheelchairs. If you require further information on any products phone us on +64 3 354 5616 or email sales@melrosechairs.co.nz
We design and fabricate custom-made wheelchairs, these are made to measure, designed to fit you and to suit the way you move, you will need to fill out a "Script Form" to order one.
We also sell imported "hospital style" steel folding wheelchairs and walkers for the elderly, these are listed on the right.
Because of the plethora of choices for personal mobility we have included a short introduction to help you make your decision What wheelchair is right for you?
All our wheelchairs are custom-made to measure and a script form needs to be filled out before ordering. If you need help filling out a script, contact us or your health professsional.
The Melrose Warrior is our custom built Rugby League Wheelchair.
As a fairly recent sport the technology for these chairs has already been developed with the light weight of the Melrose Basketball wheelchair and the strength of the Melrose Rugby wheelchair.
We have combined these two ideas with a light weight 1" frame built with 1.5" bottom rails. The bottom rails are further reinforced with 1.5" tubes to the capped 1.5" wing for additional strength.
Although Wheelchair Rugby League is a non contact sport, experience has taught us that a strong wheelchair will perform better over extended time.
All our Rugby wheelchairs are built by highly experienced fabricators who understand the sport of rugby.
As a small customer focused company we encourage you to talk directly with the fabricator of your new wheelchair to ensure you get the product you desire, this is a service we are committed to offering you.
We use the highest quality materials and components to build our wheelchairs, many of the components are built in-house by our team of qualified engineers using the latest CNC technology.
Checkout our wheel / pushrim alternatives as well as gloves and straps on the Rugby Wheelchairs Options page.
CAF Funding Application
The Challenged Athletes Foundation "CAF" offer all disabled athletes the chance to apply for assistance for "equipment" costs.
If you have a physical disability that would qualify you to compete in any Paralympic sport then you’re eligible for a grant from CAF. You may apply from any country, read the "Information" link for more details. CAF online application » Information about the application process »
Standard Specifications
Fixed camber bar between 12° and 20°
Cross spoked wheels 24”, 25” or 26” with high pressure tyres
