and another update ...

The wheelchair cover came in.

As you can tell, it is a VERY tight fit over the footrests. The dimensions listed are based on a FLAT cover - NOT when over a wheelchair. There were some other minor details I was not impressed by, but over all, the price was right and it protects the chair, so ... .

I also purchased some reflective tape to put on the carrier, itself.

They are VERY bright in the daylight. At night with headlights shining on them it will make it impossible to say, "I didn't see it".

The wheelchair ... a follow-up

I have worked things out with the VA with just a little back and forth - they have ordered a spare NiMH battery pack. Two batteries will be enough to go a full day without having to turn off the power or end up with a dead battery and a long push back to the car. Thank you Mike at the Lake City VAMC Wheelchair Clinic!

I have a new cup holder that is MUCH better - and cheaper - than a typical Wheelchair Cup Holder.

TWO holders that will hold more than just a cup .... It can hold my umbrella!

I purchased mine through Amazon using the Amazon Smiles program to support Achilles International!

I am also getting a wheelchair cover to keep the weather and dust off the wheelchair while on the road.