3 Wheel Buggy 101: It's The Complete Guide For Beginners
Why Choose a 3 Wheel Buggy?
3-wheelers are renowned for their toughness and durability. The MB Mini, now owned by Phil & Teds, for example, comes with the option of locking back or a full swivel front wheel that can easily open curbs, and comes with a quick one-hand fold. 3 wheeled pushchair from birth with the carrycot as well as (a cozy lie-flat baby bed) and it can also be converted into a fully-loaded double buggy.
Easy to Manoeuvre
When you choose a 3 wheeled buggy, you're choosing the utmost agility and ease of handling. This style of pushchair has one wheel at the front and two wheels at the back, which makes them really easy to turn on sixpence, and they can overcome bumps and high kerbs easily.
If you're looking to drive your buggy off-road it's essential to find one that has a great suspension and pneumatic tyres, so look for these features. MFM reviewer Kath was "really amazed by how well it handled off-road walking and difficult terrain" saying that "it was able to handle cobbles and grass, bumpy surfaces, and dirt tracks very well."
If you're planning to purchase a buggy with three wheels for your baby, make sure that the fabric sling is in the direction of the parent. You could also consider a modular which can be used as a carrycot, car seat for infants, or a cozy, lie-flat bed, such as Mountain Buggy’s carrycot plus, (which offers a comfortable lay-flat mattress that is suitable for sleep at night) or Sport Verso (which expands with your child's development, from day dot to modular seat with a fabric seat). All of their 3-wheel buggies meet the same safety standards and stability tests as their four-wheel models! To further increase stability, they offer a 16" rear wheel that has a lockable front swivel that is ideal for running. You can stay active while playing with your kids.
Easy to fold
Many buggy brands have created lightweight strollers and buggies that are very easy to fold. This is especially true for three wheel buggies. The buggy can be folded into half easily with a simple one-handed operation. This makes it easy to put it in a compact car boot or home cupboard. Many of these lightweight stroller and buggy models come with a convenient carry bag that makes it easier to take your pushchair around.
Another major benefit of 3-wheeled buggys is their superior maneuverability when navigating rough terrain. This is due to their superior geometry, engineering and weight distribution. The buggies usually have large wheels in both the front and back, which is essential for bumpy or rough surfaces or roads. The wheels of most 3 wheel buggies can be rotated, which provides greater agility and makes it easier to manage and steer the buggy on tricky surfaces.
This is the case with the brand new 3-wheel buggy called Sport(tm), a travel system that looks stunning and is manufactured by a company more famous for their car seats (Maxi Cosi). The carrycot is suitable for babies and children who are 3 years old. The air-filled tyres of this all-terrain stroller are impressive and don't require pumping. MFM reviewer Kath was really impressed with its ability to handle rough terrain, saying that "it can navigate well over cobbles, grass and bumpy pavements easily, and is a pleasure to run with - the lockable swivel front wheel provides excellent stability."
This stylish stroller also comes with a quick and compact fold with one hand, along with a range of great storage options (including an ample basket and a toddler ride-on board). It also comes with an assortment of LED Visibility Lights that are easy to operate, rechargeable, and will greatly improve your visibility while you're out.
Easy to store
The 3 wheel buggy is among the smallest and most portable models of prams that allows you to maneuver it on uneven terrain. As a result, they're typically a better option for off-road excursions than buggies with four wheels and can be a great option for those who love to explore the urban or countryside.
A 3-wheel buggy is very quick to turn around with a perfect geometry and engineering delivering superb agility and superior manoeuvrability. They are also easy to push, and are suitable for people of all sizes. They can even be steered using just one hand, because they're equipped with an upper swivel that turns at a whim.
Sport verso(tm) which is a world-first that is built on the OG inline(tm). It provides a modular design that safeguards your pocketbook. You can start with a single buggy and then increase it to two or more as your family expands. It has an auto-lying flat bed, a wide seat with padding and a five-point harness. It can also be connected to an infant car seat or a carrycot. It also comes with a large shopping bag, the front zip pocket, and two mesh pockets on the rear.
Easy to transport
In three wheel pushchair to 4-wheelers, 3 wheel buggies tend to be much lighter and easier to maneuver and handle. This is due to the fact that the weight of a buggy is evenly distributed across all four wheels, so it's not as heavy an issue to move around. This makes them perfect for people who want an easy and light transport buggy.
The renowned pioneers of all terrain adventure, Mountain Buggy, have launched a new three-wheel buggy that is perfect for those who like to spend time in the outdoors. The Upp XL comes in black or grey and has suspension and an oversized front wheel that provide outstanding off-road performance.
The Upp XL comes with a fabric sling that has been designed to be parent facing. This allows you to bond with your newborn. It also comes with a comfortable carrycot that is approved for sleep at night and a comfortable, breathable mattress.
It's suitable from birth, and as all Mountain Buggy buggies it passes the same global stability tests as strollers with four wheels. It's also, of course, it's a beauty to look at thanks to its black frame made of pewter and jacquard black fabric.
The phil&teds sport is a clever 3-wheeler that can protect your pocket in the future by starting out as a great buggy and then adjusting so that it can take 2 (or even more!) as your family grows, all in the same compact footprint as one buggy! With a smart fabric sling seat that fits perfectly into the frame and sits at just the right height for perfect weight distribution, it's simple to maneuver and easy to make kerb pop.