Tom Wheeler creates adaptive mountain biking technology after injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:39 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Tom Wheeler, a mountain biker who lost use of his right arm due to a crash 15 years ago, developed an arm brace that has enabled him and other disabled riders to return to mountain biking. Wheeler's adaptive technology, which incorporates a design based on a mountain bike damper, has gained global attention and interest from riders with similar injuries. Former Wales Para-athlete Morgan Jones is among those who have benefited from Wheeler's innovation, stating that the new technology has significantly enhanced his riding experience. Wheeler continues to refine his designs and aims to assist more adaptive riders worldwide.
- •Wheeler lost 80% of the nerves in his right arm after a crash.
- •He designed an arm brace to facilitate one-handed biking.
- •The brace features emergency release mechanisms for safety.
- •Morgan Jones, a para-athlete, reports a transformation in his biking ability.
- •Wheeler seeks to help more disabled riders globally.
- 9:39 AMYahoo Sports — How a hospital dream transformed adaptive mountain biking
- 9:39 AMBBC Sport — How a hospital dream transformed adaptive mountain biking
"After suffering major nerve damage in a crash, mountain biker Tom Wheeler created adaptive technology that has helped him and other disabled riders return to the sport.
"After suffering major nerve damage in a crash, mountain biker Tom Wheeler created adaptive technology that has helped him and other disabled riders return to the sport.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 9:39 AMHow a hospital dream transformed adaptive mountain biking
After suffering major nerve damage in a crash, mountain biker Tom Wheeler created adaptive technology that has helped him and other disabled riders return to the sport.
- BBC SportJun 14, 2026, 9:39 AMHow a hospital dream transformed adaptive mountain biking
After suffering major nerve damage in a crash, mountain biker Tom Wheeler created adaptive technology that has helped him and other disabled riders return to the sport.
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