A great option for parents who wish to take their kids off-road The Fox 5 is a true all-terrain stroller. It is equipped with a powerful suspension and huge, puncture-proof wheels.
Our test subject Claire was amazed by the clean packaging that was easy to open and thought it was one of the quickest and most simple pieces of baby equipment to put together. She took it out for a spin around some tough terrain and was very pleased with its performance.
Seats
The majority of 3 wheel jogger stroller wheel double buggies are designed as single pushchairs. However, some models can be converted to accommodate a second seat with adapters. Certain models let you add an additional board for older children who are ready to walk, but require a little help.
For a lightweight option that’s great for urban streets, look into the Joie Evalite Duo. It is easy to maneuver and has a large basket with lots of storage. It can be used for twins beginning at birth and accepts two car seats or a carrycot with a seat. However, the seats have to face forwards and there’s not enough space to store a bag of groceries underneath and you’ll need a backpack for this.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be an ideal choice If you like off-road driving. It’s a side-by-side with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy on the market. This allows it to pass through doors with narrow openings and on public transport and also allows you to go up and down kerbs with no trouble. The adjustable handlebar has an integrated handbrake to increase security and safety.
Another lightweight choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 Double that can be used for twins or a toddler and a baby. The seats have multi-position reclining and UPF 50+ sunshades and the canopy can be adjusted to keep the sun from your child’s eyes. The Vista 2 can be converted into an UPPAbaby triple by incorporating UPPAbaby’s “PiggyBack” board for older children.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are one of the most popular available. This is due to their outstanding comfort. It’s an all-terrain model with a soft suspension, which is able to handle bumpy surfaces. It has 30 different seating configurations, a built-in board for older children who prefer to walk, and a ‘cinema’ mode which raises the back seat for better visibility.
The phil&teds dots are fantastic single buggys that can be easily modified to take two (or three!) different configurations. This is particularly helpful for parents with children in a car seat because the frame can be equipped with a wedgie that allows for optimal lying flat, or car seat adapters to various brands.
Suspension
The suspension of a triple wheeled buggy will determine how easily you and your child/children can push it. It is crucial to have a smooth ride, because babies can feel every bump on the road. This is particularly the case if you’re driving on rough terrain, such as grass or roads that aren’t paved. Some models have locking front tires to aid in maneuvering and navigating obstacles like curbs.
Certain models come with air-filled tyres that are ideal for all-terrain rides, but they can be prone punctures. Make sure you have a spare set of tyres in the trunk. Other models use gel or foam tyres, which are designed to withstand bumps and can be less prone to punctures, however, you may feel a bit stiff and uncomfortable for your child’s back when you decide to jog.
Our award winning side-by-side duet buggy has a brilliant suspension that can get you over any terrain easily and comfortably which makes it the ideal buggy for city walks. Upgrade the duet to our dual kit to carry two children on the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath took the Urban Glide 2 through its paces with her newborn and 3 years old son, and found it coped really well on difficult terrain: “it navigated effortlessly over pavements that were bumpy and grassy, cobbles and dirt tracks with ease and was easy to maneuver around corners and get up and down kerbs. It’s also very enjoyable to jog, with the 16″ rear wheels and lockable swivel front wheels that provide a steady running experience.” The Urban Glide 2 is loaded with features as well with a large basket with zip-top cover, large padded seat unit with 50+ UV hood and game-changing visibility lights that are simple to use and rechargeable.
Folding
A 3 wheeled travel system-wheel double buggy can fold quite easily to be stored. There are models that fold flat, stand up (as as if they were the form of a pushchair) and others that are able to open up to reveal more umbrella-style folding, with the option of a hand-operated break. The more wheels the buggy has, in general the more easy it will be to maneuver through rough terrain. This is particularly true when the wheels are larger than the average. This will give you more stability and reduce the chance that your child will fall over or tip over.
A popular choice is the iCandy Wave, which can be used from birth using an infant car seat, and transforms into a side-by-side double buggy once your child is old enough to allow them to sit next to each one. It’s a comfortable and light-feeling model which makes it easy to push, and it comes full of extra features including raincover and a bumper bar.
Another alternative is the phil&teds sports which is future-proof since it’s great as a single buggy right from the start and then adjusts to take 2 (or even three!) within its compact footprint. It features an innovative three-wheel design that includes a sling for better manoeuvrability and stability.
This is one of the best double buggies to jog in with your children. It comes with a lockable front wheel which will help you keep your balance on hills or off-road terrain. It also comes with a large undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar, and a soft suspension for an enjoyable ride.
It’s a light compact and compact option that is easy to fold with just one hand. It’s perfect to take on trips. It’s compatible with numerous infant car seats, and comes with a handy undercarriage basket to store shopping. It’s a bit on the expensive side, but it does have a few notable features that make it a good value choice, including its slick one-click fold and a host of other features including a bumper bar and raincover.
Storage
Many are awed by the storage capacity of the triple wheeled double buggy. Some models, like the Roma Atlas, have a large basket and two zip pockets on the hood where you can store your keys and phone. It is also designed to be able to handle a little rough terrain, making it a great choice for family walks or all-terrain walks.
Other models, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space, and the ability to carry twins or a toddler and a baby (it utilizes their ‘PiggyBack’ boards to make this possible). It’s the smallest side-by-side double available. It also comes with impressive features, such as LED lights for visibility which are located on each side of its frame to ensure safety in low-light situations.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a stroller that is light enough to accommodate twins from birth and is a world-facing stroller with a lie-flat reclining position It’s something completely different. The clever frame can expand to accommodate an extra seat, but it weighs just 11kg. This makes it simple to move and lift. It can also be used with an infant car seat or carrycot, so you get the best of both worlds and it can help you save money in the future as you don’t need to purchase a new buggy as soon as you get it.
