What Freud Can Teach Us About Small Double Buggy
A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs
If you're looking for a light double stroller that is easy to push with one hand and carry up and down steps this is the model for you.
It comes with two fixed seats with up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including a triangular one!). Both seats come with UPF 50+ canopy with windows that can be seen from a distance.
Size
The Joovy Kooper X2 double stroller is a side-by side double stroller. It can hold two children weighing up to 50 pounds. The seats are larger bigger than those of other strollers with lightweight designs and the canopy has large SPF 50 sunshades that have windows that peek out. Other notable features include a self-standing basket that has a capacity of 25 pounds and cup holders for one parent, and swing-away bars that help children to get into and out of their seats. It's a great choice for suburban and urban families. It is also baby-friendly with the double set which includes a wedgie for a lie-flat position.
Weight
The weight of a double buggies will determine the ability to push. In general, a buggy that is light is more easy to lift and carry, but may not have as much suspension to handle bumps and uneven terrain.
Be sure to check the specifications of each model before you purchase. Some double buggies come with the capacity to hold a maximum weight of a person and others have an overall frame limit. Some double buggies are able to fold with the seats removed, which makes them lighter and smaller. This is useful if you are limited on storage space.
The tri-fold doubles are typically the lightest models as only one hand is needed to lift the bottom and back sections. They are also smaller than side-by-side buggies, making them ideal for fitting through doorways. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest trifold doubles on the market and can comfortably accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby.
Tandem buggies are perfect for growing families since they begin as a single stroller, but can be modified to include a second seat or car seat, or carrycot. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, meaning they can adapt to your family, even up to a 3rd child. They tend to weigh more than tri-fold doubles, but they're generally easier to move between kerbs due to the weight being distributed more evenly.
Folding
The best small double buggies fold easily and can be folded in a matter of minutes. Our Lab experts appreciate this feature because it lets them fit the buggies into the back of their vehicles and free up storage space when they are not in use. For instance the Joovy Kooper X2 has straps on each seat that can be pulled up and the whole thing folds down. it's a trifold, which even our most experienced testers can do with one hand.
The light Delta Children LX Side by Side is a good alternative for a compact double buggie. Its lightness is an advantage but so are the features it comes with large pop-out canopy which come with SPF 50 protection as well as a windows that peek out at you as well as swing-away bars to assist children get in and out of seats; and reclined chair and leg rests for little ones.
Manoeuvrability
One of the most important things to take into consideration when selecting the right size double buggy is its maneuverability especially how it is easy to move around with both children aboard. Some pushchairs, for instance the iCandy Orange with its 'cinema seating' (where the back seat is elevated) are more efficient at this than others.
Narrow tandem buggies can be good at this, as are side-by-side designs. However, these can be slightly longer overall and so may be tricky to navigate through doorways.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 pushchair is an excellent example, since it's a comparatively compact model that can accommodate two additional seats and the most important thing is a pillion board that can be used to accommodate a third child.
Other smaller, three-wheeled models such as the phil&teds Dot are also incredibly agile, especially with its clever 'dot kits which transforms into an inline buggy. It offers two seating options for children of various ages, and the front seat can be rotated so that it faces parents to create an intimate bonding experience. It has an enormous storage basket that is easy to fold. This is a great choice for growing families.
Comfort
Parents can keep both children in sight at the park, in the grocery store, or any other place with narrow tandem buggies or side-byside buggies. These lightweight doubles can carry two children up to 50 lbs per seat and come with spacious pop-out canopy, which extends enough to provide real shade with window windows that can be seen from a distance and padded legs rests for children to kick back and relax. The doubles also have cups for both parents and a an reversible cupholder that is located on the seat back. They also come with an ample underseat storage basket.
Add the phil&teds Double Kit to your dot buggy when you are just beginning to build a growing family. It transforms it into a double-inline stroller, which is perfect for toddlers and newborns alike. The clever 3-wheel design provides superior manoeuvrability and easy kerb pop, while the Sling seat is a fantastic newborn-friendly option that will allow for a perfect face to face bonding time. If your kids grow older you can simply switch the sling to an infant car seat adapter and you're good to go. You're ready to go on your next adventure with luxury travel bag and rain cover included!