"Ask Me Anything": Ten Answers To Your Questions About Double Travel Buggy
What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-by-side that has an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate kids up to 50 pounds per seat.
Budget double with front and back suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.
Size
Double pushchairs are typically wider than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopy with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides well.
These lightweight side-by-side buggies have surprisingly low price tags.
Weight
The lighter a double-buggy is the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be mindful of weight, since it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and a quick-release fold that folds flat in just a few seconds; four-wheel suspension that can handle rough terrain and an swivel front wheel that makes getting around tight aisles of supermarkets and shops simple. With a price of just over P1,000 It's also a great value stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A well-designed double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, whether you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating tight spaces, while side-by-side models will keep your children well-cared for and help you to keep an eye on them as you go to the grocery store or the park. There are double pram pushchair of seat configurations so you can modify the seat as your child grows. Some even allow you to add a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can hold two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors let you change from a single to a double in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a large pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade, adjustable leg rests and peekaboo windows in both seats as well as a standing fold that's quick and easy to do using just one hand; and a premium suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. They are ideal for navigating narrow aisles and doors. They can also easily accommodate twins and a large kid with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is sold separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras including raincovers and liner.
Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children seated close to each other. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single seater and can be too long to fit through doorways.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have tested. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also features a large UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window, a cushioned toddler seat that includes an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests and cups holder for one parent. Testers are awestruck by how the seats recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. They also note that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten with just one hand. The handle is simple to twist and makes it easy to fold. It also stores with the backrest raised for easy access.
This is the ideal choice for families looking to develop with their children. It comes in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can carry twins, a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add an 'PiggyBack Board'. The large basket and soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs as well as in the city. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this to children ages 0-6. of six.