How the Cortes changed my life

Anneke (67) from Hoorn lives with her husband and two cats. She likes to fill her days with crocheting, drawing and doing puzzles – especially Jan van Haasteren’s cartoon puzzles are her favourite. But a few months ago, Anneke was faced with an important decision: how would she maintain her mobility and independence now that she no longer dared to ride a regular bicycle? After four bouts of breast cancer and the necessary treatments, riding a regular two-wheeler became increasingly difficult. Getting on and off caused anxiety, and after a few falls, Anneke decided it was time to find another solution. That brought her to the Huka Cortes.

The Cortes has given me back my confidence

‘After I decided to buy a tricycle, I felt so much better from day one,’ says Anneke. ‘The Huka Cortes has given me back my confidence and made me independent. I am no longer dependent on my husband or the car, and it’s wonderful to be able to cycle again with a feeling of safety.’

‘I’ve had my tricycle since December,’ Anneke continues. ‘It took some getting used to, especially finding the right sitting position because my legs are a bit short. But every ride immediately felt better and safer than I had experienced in a long time. The confidence I have now means I can enjoy cycling again, without fear at traffic lights or when getting on and off.’

How the Cortes has changed my life

‘The bike has improved my daily routine. I use it for shopping, visiting friends and going to the choir where I sing. When the weather is nice, I really look forward to going on longer bike rides. People around me give me nice comments when they see how much fun I’m having on the bike.’

The Huka Cortes is not only safe, but also practical. The good suspension and wide luggage rack are ideal for me. My husband has fitted a wicker basket, which is handy for shopping. And with a heavier battery, I can go on longer rides. I also bought a sturdy Texlock lock to protect my bike even better.”

The social and mental effect

‘To be honest, at first I was nervous about what people would think: “You on a tricycle?”’ says Anneke. ‘But that uncertainty has completely disappeared. I radiate the confidence I’ve gained. And others notice that too. I feel like I’m part of social life again, without being dependent on others or the car.’

It’s the best choice I could have made!

‘I would highly recommend a tricycle to anyone who has difficulty with balance or has become afraid of cycling,’ says Anneke. “It has completely changed my life. I feel free, independent and, above all, safe. It’s the best choice I could have made. Anneke chose this striking red Cortes together with our dealer in the Netherlands.

Are you curious about the Huka tricycle or would you like to experience the Cortes for yourself? Please contact us on +31 (0)541-572 472 or send an email to info@hukabikes.com.