{"product_id":"thunder-softball","title":"Thunder Softball","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_ba2c548a544cc78a-56\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-73\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-73\"\u003ePER4MAX Thunder (Wheelchair Softball Edition)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-73 citation-end-73\"\u003e is a handcrafted, rigid sports wheelchair engineered specifically for the high-velocity impacts, rapid base-running cuts, and rough blacktop surfaces of National Wheelchair Softball Association (NWSA) competition.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-72 citation-end-72\"\u003eHand-built in the USA to the athlete's exact measurements, it combines explosive acceleration off the line with maximum lateral stability for fielding and swinging.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Softball-Specific Enhancements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAsphalt-Shielded Front Bumper:\u003c\/b\u003e An integrated, reinforced front bumper protects the lower legs during base-sliding, collisions on the diamond, and tags at the plate while shielding the frame from rough asphalt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTorque-Optimized Seating Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e Built with a custom seat dump (bucket angle) and low-profile backrest to secure your pelvis, allowing maximum upper-body rotation and core power when swinging a bat or throwing across the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBase-Running Camber \u0026amp; Tracking:\u003c\/b\u003e Offered in \u003cb\u003e12° to 20° camber angles\u003c\/b\u003e to widen your stance, allowing sharp, aggressive cornering around bases without risking tip-overs or losing momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnti-Tip Safety System:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a rigid 5th wheel (or optional dual rear casters) to prevent rearward tipping when leaning back to field pop-ups or generating maximum rotational torque during a hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Blacktop \u0026amp; Court Endurance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheelchair softball presents unique mechanical stress because it is played entirely on asphalt or concrete surfaces. The Thunder Softball configuration addresses this with heavy-duty hardware upgrades:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReinforced Caster Assemblies:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty caster stem bolt housings and high-impact caster forks absorb constant ground chatter and blacktop friction without loosening or losing alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5\/8\" Axle Upgrade Option:\u003c\/b\u003e Prevents axle flexing during hard lateral stops and fast accelerations on high-traction asphalt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTreaded \u0026amp; High-Durability Tires:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with non-marking high-pressure pneumatic street tires or high-durability treaded tires that grip smooth or worn asphalt in all temperature conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact the PER4MAX Sales Team\"\u003eContact the PER4MAX sales team\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/6762\/7841\/files\/Thunder-Order-Form-May-2026.pdf?v=1785255245\" title=\"PER4MAX Order Forms\"\u003edownload the order form\u003c\/a\u003e to begin designing your custom Thunder Softball.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Per4Max Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43577986678849,"sku":"SC-T-SB","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/6762\/7841\/files\/B-6916.jpg?v=1771433578","url":"https:\/\/per4max.com\/products\/thunder-softball","provider":"PER4MAX SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}