Grapplers work like arm extenders that allow you to reach items with less physical effort. They can also help you to work around any mobility limitations you might have, by extending your reach and grip, helping you to get more done and remain as independent as possible.

Choosing the right size Grappler is important for maximizing its potential uses and efficiency. The correct length will also help to ensure your comfort and safety when you are using the tool. There are three key things to consider when choosing the length of your Grappler: your height, your body position when using it, and the most common purposes you will be using your Grappler for.

Your Height

Your height is an important factor when deciding which Grappler to purchase, especially if you will be using it to pick things up off the ground. For example, if you are using your Grappler to pick up trash and you choose a model that is not long enough for your height, you will have to bend to pick things up which may be difficult and lead to back pain and injury. On the other hand, a model that is too long for your height may be more difficult to manipulate and less effective. The average 5’9” American man will do well with a 40” Grappler, while the average woman, who is 5’4” will do better with a 33.”

Here are the recommend Grappler options according to height (if you will be using while standing)

Height	Model Recommended
4’10 and under	24”
4’11” – 5’6”	33”
5’7” – 6’0	40”
6’1 and above	48”

Your Position

Considering if you will mostly use your Grappler from a standing, seated or reclined position will help you pick the right size model. If for the most part you will be using your Grappler from a standing position, refer to the height chart above for the model that will work best for you. These longer Grapplers are great for picking up most small objects from the floor including socks, keys, litter, pet toys, remote controls, and more! They can also help you retrieve small overhead items that are just out of reach, without the risk of getting up on a ladder or step stool.

If you will mostly be using your Grappler from a seated position, then a shorter model may be the best choice. For most individuals using wheelchairs the 24” model is recommended. This length works well for helping you to grab things on the floor next to your chair and from above your head. If you are in a wheelchair and trying to grab things on higher shelves, the 33” inch model may work best for you.

If you will usually be using your Grappler from a seated position, then the 24” model will probably work well for you too. This tool will give you two extra feet of reach, allowing you to retrieve objects on the far end of a table/desk or above your head. The exception to this rule is if you will be using your Grappler from an elevated seated position, such as while using a riding lawn mower. In this case you might choose a longer model that can extend your reach all the way down to the ground.  Many people who have some mobility issues keep Grapplers like these by their favorite chairs so they then can grab dropped items-like that pesky remote-without having to stand all the way up and then stoop over. They are also popular with gardeners who want to extend their reach without constantly standing up and down.

If you will be using your Grappler from a reclined position-such as while resting in bed-then the 24” model is usually the best choice as it requires the least strength and leverage to operate and be easily stored beside you.

Your purpose

Spending some time thinking about what you will be using your Grappler for can help you choose the right size for any job. Most people end up using their Grapplers for all kinds of things, but there are likely a few tasks that are your highest priorities.

The longer Grappler versions are the most popular choice for litter pick up crews and can help you pick up trash all day long without repeatedly bending over and potentially hurting your back. If you plan to pick up littler with your Grappler, refer to the height chart above for the model that would help a person of your size. Longer Grappler also come in handy indoors where they are very useful for picking up small items from the floor. Grapplers are especially useful for grabbing hard to reach things-such as a cat toy behind a couch-that may be difficult for you to get without help.

If you plan on using your Grappler to grab things in the kitchen, choose the shortest model that will help you reach what you need. The shorter models are more stable and easy to manipulate, which is important when you are grabbing dishes, glasses and other breakables. Some people choose to have a 24” Grappler for short reaches and a longer 33” or 40” model when they really need to stretch to the highest shelves.

The Grappler is a great tool for helping anyone with mobility issues get ready for their day. You can use it to take down hanging clothes, open and close drawers, take items like sweaters off of shelves and grab personal care items that are just out of reach. Most people find the 24” model the best for these type of tasks, but a longer Grappler may be appropriate in some situations.

If you will be using your Grappler to extend your reach during seated activities-such as grabbing a dropped jigsaw puzzle piece-then the 24” model is likely your best bet. Many crafters, artists and other creative people use the Grappler to help them grab just out of reach supplies, saving them the time and energy of standing up and helping them to better focus on the project at hand.

If you are rehabbing an injury that temporarily limits your mobility, then starting with the longer gripper and progressing to the shorter one as you heal and get more mobile would be the correct course of action. If you have a permanent condition that limits your range of motion then you will be better off using the longer model for picking things up off the floor and the shorter version for grabbing things that are just a bit out of arm’s length.

More size picking tips

When in doubt about what length Grappler to use, we recommend choosing the shortest model that can safely do the job. The shorter models are easier to maneuver, which will make whatever task you are completing that simpler. If you have limited upper body strength-including arthritis in your hands-shorter models will be easier for you to use. Shorter models are also easier to store on your wheelchair when you are not using them.

Finding the right size Grappler can help you get more done while working around any mobility issues you may have and staying safe. Considering your height, body position, and how you will use your Grappler can help you make the best choice for you. If you are still on the fence about what model is best for you please call us at 775-284-8990 and speak to one of our friendly Grappler experts. And don’t forget that having a shorter and longer available is a versatile option that will make sure you always have the right tool at hand.

Spring is a great time of the year to get outside and pick up items that have blown in on the winter winds. It’s also the best time to do a massive cleaning before the summer heat strikes! The best way to keep an area clean is to maintain the space regularly, by doing at least spring and fall cleaning. We have the perfect tools that everyone in the family can use to make the yard beautiful and stay litter-free.

3 Grappler tools will make your family’s spring-cleaning event easy, painless, and cut the time in half that it would take using gloved hands! Keep reading; we will tell you how the Grappler can pick up just about anything, the Handler makes a bucket easily portable, and the Handy Bag Ringer lends a hand in keeping your trash bag open. Using these three Grappler products together, you will surely get all your trash in the bag the first time you grab and release it!

The Grappler tool is the sturdiest pick-up tool on the market

Who knows from where foreign trash that lands in our yards has traveled. And since waste cannot tell you the places it has been before deciding to end its journey on your property, the mystery will remain untold. However, no matter how far litter travels, once it becomes a part of our yards or community, it is our responsibility to put the trash where it belongs! And we have the perfect tool to help safely get that trash off your lawn and into a trash bag. So throw on your outdoor clothes, round up your family-cleaning crew, and holster up with our one-of-a-kind Grappler pick-up tool!

The Grappler tool is the sturdiest pick-up tool on the market. Made of rustproof aluminum designed and manufactured right here in the USA, our grab and reach tool is built to last for years of continued use. Because our Grappler is made with aluminum, it is super sturdy but not heavy; so all of the family members can join in on the spring cleaning fun.

Our industrial-grade litter pick-up tool has the largest opening and the strongest grip of any other device on the market, making it easy for the kids to grab items in the yard, from large glass bottles to tiny thin toothpicks. Because the Grappler comes in many different lengths ranging from 33 to 96 inches, dad can now use the long Grappler to reach all of those hideous grocery bags that have been blowing in the trees for months.

The Handler put a stronghold on your buckets

Raise your hand if the thin, skinny metal handles attached to plastic buckets makes you want to scream! We feel the same way. You and the family can easily get a hold of your trash by attaching The Handler to your bucket. The Handler is our lightweight bucket positioning accessory that easily connects to any size bucket. Mom can comfortably hold the Handler, attached to a bucket, in one hand, and use The Grappler to pick up litter in the other hand. No need to continuously set your bucket down and pick it back up.

The Handler allows you to carry your bucket with you, fill it up with litter, and dump your trash without spilling or knocking over your can. Designed to attach to any bucket, the Handler makes your container portable, accessible off the ground, and reduces bending and twist from your regular cleaning routine.

The Handy Bag Ringer hold the bag so you don’t have to

The best part about cleaning up a mess is the look of the results and feeling of the accomplishment. Each glass bottle, food wrapper, plastic takeout container, or straw rings a bell of joy when the Grappler grabs the object, and it lands in the trash bag. However, what can mess up your cleaning rhythm is when your trash bag starts blowing in the wind to its own tune. Now, this is called a musical clean-up disaster! So we designed the perfect tool to help get you and your trash bag singing the same song.

The Handy Bag Ringer fits around any size trash bag, keeping the bag’s mouth open and making the trash bag portable. It’s simple design, ease of use, and lightweight composition make it easy to carry anywhere!

Last year, the kids were elected to hold the trash bags open; their hands got dirty, dad spilled garbage on the ground, sticky old juice ran down the side of the trash bag — it was a nightmare! This year, after purchasing Grapplers products for Family-Spring-Cleaning Day, the kids don’t have to hold the trash bags open and get messy. Let our Handy Bag Ringer do the work of keeping the trash securely in the bag; with all hands on deck picking up trash, you can now cut your cleaning time in half.

Grab your Grappler tools and let the cleaning fun began

So round up the troops and get the family ready and excited for spring cleaning day! This will be a great time for the kids to learn about the environment and bond in a team-cleaning effort. By using our products together — the Grappler, the Handler, and the Handy Bag Ringer — you and your joints will be happy after the yard has been cleaned.

Don’t wait until the hot summer month to do a massive yard cleaning; grab the family and make a fun game to see who can pick up the most trash the fastest. Order your Grappler tools today and let the spring cleaning challenge begin!

Suffering from chronic pain is one of life’s difficulties and as you get older, there is more pain you have to deal with. Surgery is a great way to resolve pain but the recovery process can be tedious especially without the right tools to help you through.

Some of the most common surgeries to address pain, are for the back, knees, and hips. Surgeries around the back are some of the most painful and difficult to recover from but no surgery is a walk in the park.

To help with recovery it’s best to follow your doctor’s instructions which typically include:

• No Reaching
• No Bending
• No Lifting
• Lots of Rest
• And Moderate Movement

You want to return to fighting form as quickly as possible and we want to help. We have provided tips below along with suggestions for one of our Grappler reaching tools to help you maintain some dignity and independence during your recovery process so you don’t feel like a burden to your family.

1. Don’t Strain Yourself, Buy A Grappler

When you’ve just had surgery, it’s very common for doctors to tell you not to strain yourself. If you’ve had back surgery, this may mean no lifting objects, for knee or hip surgery it may mean no long walks, or that you should avoid walking on uneven and slanted ground.

To avoid straining yourself, ask for help as much as possible. But what if you live alone? Or only have in-home care part of the time?

The worst thing you can do is strain yourself ruining the doctor’s fine work stitching you closed or the internal art they did to repair your body, causing more pain and, worst case, needing another surgery. Our Grappler tools can help you reach for items without stretching or pulling your body. The Grappler reaching tool also helps you avoid straining yourself by keeping your muscle movement focused in your arm.

2. Avoid Bending, Use a Grappler

One of the ways, in particular, you can strain yourself is by bending over. Before surgery, you maybe could bend over but right after surgery, you should be careful with your movements.

Simple tasks like grabbing the remote or an object that fell on the floor are not as easy as they once were. Our Grappler reaching tool can be used to reach items that are just out of reach without you moving, or pick up items off the floor without you bending over, straining yourself after surgery.

If you need help moving around and reaching for items, our Gain Cane is another handy tool for those recovering from surgery. For instance, if you need to go into the kitchen and grab a cup from the top shelf in your cupboard, the Gain Cane can help you ease through that whole process by being a cane as you walk and then a reaching tool when you need an item.

Some of our customers who’ve recovered from surgery have even used the Gain Cane and Grappler reaching tool to help them put on socks! With our tools, you will have more independence during your recovery without compromising the doctor’s handy work.

3. Get Plenty of Rest

Rest and recovery go hand in hand. When you first get out of surgery you will probably feel like sleeping all the time. But you will still need to do things like go to the bathroom, eat, and might even be away enough that you want to watch TV or have some amount of entertainment.

Use the Gain Cane to get back and forth from bed to bathroom when you don’t have someone around to help (if you’re at that level of recovery). You can also use the Grappler or Gain Cane to reach for items while you’re resting like the TV remote, snacks on the side table, or to reach the bell that you ring to summon your loving family member.

4. Move it, With Our Gain Cane

As you go through your recovery you eventually reach the glorious phase where you’re allowed to move more. Moving after surgery is hard so don’t expect to be running any races but moving is good for the body after surgery. It helps lubricate your joints, keeps your muscles from seizing up, and helps your internal organ activity as well.

After surgery putting one foot in front of the other can become exhausting which is why we recommend the Gain Gane to help you get around. It is lightweight and has gripping on the bottom to help you keep traction while walking and also help you pick up more slick items like the grape that feel off your plate and keeps rolling away or a piece of paper that would normally require you to bend over to pick it up.

When you start moving after surgery, don’t take chances with your safety. Use the Gain Cane to stay safe while you recover.

We’re not your doctor, and you should always consult your doctor on your recovery process. We only want to help you through these difficult times since we pride ourselves on creating reaching tools to help people regain independence; whether that’s as they age, during surgery, or in other circumstances.

As you recover from your surgery, consider one of our reaching tools for you or your loved one to help them keep some of their independence and injuries by trying to do something beyond their capabilities alone while going through recovery. Give a helping hand with one of our Grappler tools or the Gain Cane. Purchase Yours Today!

When you live alone you invariable come across situations where you realize you could use a helping hand. Either you’re a little too short and can’t reach something from the top shelf, or you might be someone prone to back issues and would benefit from having someone to help pick items up off the floor to prevent straining your back.

Especially during these isolating times of covid, you can become acutely aware of how much you rely on others or would benefit from another person. With Covid preventing day visits, more people are left to their own devices especially as elderly who are in more danger from covid or someone recovering from an operation who has a reduced immune system. You need to be more independent even in situations when you’d normally be taken care of by loved ones.

Our reaching tools like the Grappler and Gain Cane enable you to reduce your risk of injury, help you maintain independence through recovery, and be more self-sufficient when living on your own.

Reduce Risk of Injury
First and foremost as a senior citizen the top priority when living on your own is reducing your risk of injury. With our reaching tools, in particular the Gain Cane, you are able to maintain mobility while still grabbing items you need. Likewise, If you’re recovering from an injury, the Gain Cane can help keep you mobile in the right ways while preventing injury while you recover.

By using the Gain Cane you are able to have a hand walking around the house and if you need to reach an item that is higher up, you can use your Gain Cane instead of standing on a wobbly or unstable step stool. You can also use the Gain Cane to pick up items off the floor rather than bending over straining your back or potentially falling over in the process. Lastly, using the Gain Cane to pick up items reduces stress on your needs of squatting to pick items up. As an older person, who’s also wiser, use the Gain Cane to outsmart time and its impact on your joints.

Recover From an Operation
When you’re recovering from an operation it can be hard to lose a sense of independence. You go from being able to work out, run around taking care of others, to barely being able to put your own shoes on or get yourself fed. Surgery can be hard on the body but the change in independence can be hard on the soul.

Our Gain Cane and Grappler help you regain some level of independence. Whether it’s grabbing an item from the top shelf or picking up an item from the floor, our reaching tools can help you do tasks on your own without needing to wait for someone to take care of you. Our reaching tools can help you with tasks like putting on socks or grabbing the remote so you don’t need to struggle to get up. Use our tools to help maintain your sense of independence while recovering from surgery or for a loved one who’s recovering from an operation. The small things like being able to pick up items, or grab pills from the side table without getting up can make a world of difference when it comes to feeling independent.

Self Sufficient Living Alone
Those going through life changes besides surgery can sometimes feel a loss of independence that frustrates them. The Grappler and Gain Cane can help restore a level of independence for those who are elderly or with disabilities. For instance, you might go from being able to take care of others to one day finding you can reach your feet anymore.

The Grappler can help you regain some self-sufficiency restoring your feeling of independence by going able to move more freely and grab items you would reach before. For instance, if climbing a step stool isn’t advised, the Grappler can help grab items from the top shelf. If bending over is hard, it can pick up items from the floor, including a piece of paper!

If you’re a bit more mobile and like to get outside, the Grappler can help with light yard work and clean up. If you see trash in your yard or a plastic bag caught in your tree, the Grappler is there to assist. Lastly, the Grappler can help with tasks around the house like putting away clothes, pulling items from the laundry, or doing dishes.

No matter what stage of life you’re in, or what situation you find yourself whether you’re healthy or recovering from surgery, our reaching tools can help make your life easier, and your home happier. Buy one of our amazing reaching tools today like the Gain Cane or Grappler for yourself or a loved one to make life easier.

The holidays are the best time to gift someone a grappler and/or a grappler tool. We have the tools you need for a clean and happy life!

Grappler

The Grappler pick up tool is a versatile tool and has many uses. The Grappler reaching tool easily grabs:

• Any type of litter, from large bottles to newspapers
• Twigs, leaves, or anything that’s on your yard.
• Unhygienic materials: animal carcasses, pet feces, etc.
• Small items even toothpicks!
• And much more!

The Grappler is the perfect long reach grabber because it’s not heavy but still sturdy because of it’s made with aluminum so it’s easy to handle for anyone.

Gain Cane

It’s a cane and it’s a reaching tool! Do you know someone who wants to be able to get around and not depend on other people to help them pick up things? Do you know someone who has back or knee problems? Then you found the perfect solution, the helper that will always be around: the Gain Cane!

• The Gain Cane reduces dependence on others.  Dropped keys can be grasped, out-of-reach items in the supermarket reached, and basic cleanup achieved without the assistance of another.
• The Gain Cane is customizable.  Whether you’re small in stature or quite tall, we can create a Gain Cane that fits you perfectly.

Handler

If you have a Grappler, then you’ll definitely want a handler! On its own, The Grappler is the best trash pick-up tool on the market.  Combine it with the Handler accessory, however, and it blows all other reaching tools out of the competition.

The Handler is a lightweight bucket positioning accessory that easily attaches to any size bucket, so that the bucket becomes easily portable and accessible off the ground. When used with the Grappler, the Handler lessens repetitious bending over, alleviating back strain and thereby facilitating easier and faster cleanup.

Handy Bag Ringer

Until now, your idea of a portable trash can was grabbing a supermarket bag on the way out the door. You have had others hold it open while you put dirty paper plates inside. (Their hands got dirty; you accidentally spilled your garbage on the ground.) Or perhaps you have fought with a large lawn bag while trying to transport a pile of leaves neatly to the curb. The Handy Bag Ringer is lightweight and easy to open. Not only that, but the price is such that you can afford one for your car and one to store in your garage. Going camping? Slip it in your backpack! A picnic at the beach?

We hope you have the best holidays!