Description
The BIOS Living derby cane, black item 56011, is an adjustable cane with a wide derby handle, an aluminium shaft, and a wrist strap.
What does it do and how does it work?
The wide handle is shaped for cramped fingers. Press the button to set the height from 33 to 37 in (84 to 94 cm), in steps of 1 in (2.5 cm).
The cane weighs 0.99 lb (449 g). It is rated for 300 lb (136 kg), and the warranty is 1 year.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
Choose the black cane, item 56011, when you want a derby handle for indoor floors.
Choose the Mansfield Tiger Foot cane when the ground is ice, snow, grass, or a trail and you want a spike. Choose crutches when you need a support on each side.
Will it fit?
A health professional should size this cane when you use it as a mobility aid. To set it yourself, let your hands hang at your sides and pick the button that puts the handle at wrist level.
A bend at the elbow is expected. A second person can help you line the handle up with your wrist.
Using it day to day
Press the button, slide the shaft, and let the button lock before you lean on the cane.
Keep the wrist strap on your wrist while you walk. The strap is the one fitted to this cane.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
Replacement cane tips and the ice-pick attachment are separate BIOS products. They are not in this box.
Red is item BD784 and blue is item BD785. This cane is black, item 56011. See walking aids and cane accessories for other pieces.
How does it compare?
The Tiger Foot cane adds a spiked tip by a button. This derby cane has no spike, and its handle height runs from 33 to 37 in (84 to 94 cm).
The Airgo folding cane 730-490 folds, is blue, and is rated 250 lb (113 kg). This derby cane is the black adjustable cane, rated 300 lb (136 kg).
Frequently asked questions
Is the red cane item 56011?
No. Item 56011 is black. Red is item BD784 and blue is item BD785. Each colour is its own cane.
Is a spare tip in the box?
No. The box is the black cane and its wrist strap. Replacement tips and the ice pick are separate products.
How do I pick the button hole?
Let your hands hang at your sides and set the handle level with your wrist. A bend at the elbow is expected.
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 300 lb (136 kg)
- Product weight
- 0.99 lb (449 g)
- Handle height
- 33 to 37 in (84 to 94 cm), in 1 in (2.5 cm) steps
- Available colours
- Black
- Material
- Lightweight aluminium
- Pack size
- One cane with a wrist strap
- Warranty
- 1 year
- Product type
- Derby cane
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
BIOS Medical gives the BIOS Living derby cane with wrist strap, black (56011) a 1-year warranty. The full written terms come with the product.
- Derby cane: 1 year.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
