3 Wheel Double Buggy
A great choice for parents who wish to take their kids off-road, the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain stroller. It comes with a suspension that is impressive, as well as large wheels that are puncture proof.
Claire who was our test subject was impressed by the packaging. It was simple to open and clean. She found it to be one of the simplest and most efficient pieces of baby equipment to put together. She tried it on some rough terrain and
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Seats
Most 3 wheel double buggies are initially single pushchairs. However, some can convert to take the seat of a second person or carrycot with adapters (these are more commonly found in tandem buggies). You'll also find that some models will allow you to add a ride-on board to older children who want to walk but still need a little help.
For a lightweight option that's great for urban streets, look into the Joie Evalite Duo. It's easy to maneuver and comes with a large basket that is full of storage. It can accommodate twins starting at birth and accepts two car seats or a carrycot with a seat. The seats are required to be facing forwards, and there's no space for a shopping bag underneath which is why you'll need a sidepack to do this.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be an ideal choice If you like off-road driving. It's a side-byside model with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy available on the market. It's much easier to get through narrow doors, on public transport and to climb up and over kerbs. The adjustable handlebar comes with an integrated handbrake to increase safety and security.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 double is a lightweight option that can be used by twins or a toddler and a baby. The seats can be reclining in multiple positions with UPF 50+ sunshades. The canopy can be adjusted so that the sun does not touch your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can be converted into a triple by adding UPPAbaby’s 'PiggyBack’ board for older children.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are one of the most sought-after on the market. This is due to their superb comfort. It's a true all terrain pushchair, with a soft suspension to make light work of bumpy surfaces. It can be used in 30 seating configurations, and has an integrated ride-on board that can be used for older children who prefer walking, and a 'cinema seating' mode that raises the back seat to allow for better visibility.
The phil&teds dots are great single buggys that can be easily adapted to accommodate two (or three!) in a variety of configurations. This is particularly helpful if you have an infant in a car seat, as the frame can be fitted with a wedgie that allows for optimal lie-flat positioning, or car seat adapters to many brands.
Suspension
The quality of the suspension in a triple buggy is essential to how it will be easy for you and your child to push. It is essential to have a smooth ride, as babies can feel every bump that comes along the road. This is especially relevant if you drive on rough terrain like grass or unpaved roads. Some models also come with locking front wheels to help with maneuvering and getting over obstacles like curbs.
Some models have air-filled tyres which are ideal for all-terrain rides, but they are susceptible to punctures. Make sure you keep a spare set of tyres in your trunk. Some models have foam or gel-filled tyres that are designed to absorb bumps. They are less likely to puncture, however they may cause discomfort for your child should you choose to jog.
The side-by-side is the most suitable buggy for city walks. It comes with a superb suspension system that lets you easily and comfortably navigate any terrain. Upgrade the duet to our dual kit to take two children in the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath tested the Urban Glide 2 through its trials with her newborn and 3 year old son, and found it performed admirably on difficult terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over grass and bumpy pavements cobbles, dirt tracks and cobbles with ease and was easy to manoeuvre around corners and climb up and down kerbs. The 16" rear wheels, combined with the lockable swivel wheels on the front, create a very comfortable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 has a lot of features,
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Folding
A 3 wheel double buggy folds pretty neatly to store it. There are models that fold flat and then stand up (as when they were in a pushchair) and
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The most popular model is the iCandy Wave, which can be used from birth with an infant car seat. It then converts to a side-by-side double buggy once your child is old enough to allow them to sit next to each other. It is a lightweight option that is simple to push. It also comes with a bumper bar and a rain cover.
Another alternative is the phil&teds sport which is future-proof since it's great as a single buggy from day dot and then adjusts to accommodate 2 (or even 3!) All of this fits into its compact footprint. It has an innovative 3-wheel design that includes an sling seat that provides greater maneuverability, stability and
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If you want to jog with your kids this is the ideal double buggie for jogging because it has a lockable front wheel that will help you remain in control when you're tackling off-road or hilly tracks. It also comes with a large undercarriage basket, an adjustable handlebar, and a soft suspension for
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It's a light and compact model that folds easily with one hand and is great for travel. It's compatible with a broad selection of infant car seats and has an easy-to-pull-out undercarriage bag that can be used to stash items. It's a bit on costly side, but has a few standout features that make it an excellent price, including its easy one-click fold and a host of other features like a bumper bar and raincover.
Storage
One thing that many people love about a quality 3 wheel double buggy is the storage capacity. Some models like the Roma Atlas offer a generously-sized basket as well as two handy zip pockets on the hood to keep keys and your phone in reach. It's also designed to cope with slightly rough terrain so it's a great choice for family walks and all-terrain strolls.
Other models, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space and the flexibility to accommodate twins or a baby and a toddler (it uses their 'PiggyBack' board make this possible). It's the smallest side-by-side double in the market and it comes with some amazing tech including game-changing LED visibility lights on both sides of the frame to ensure safety in dim lighting conditions.
If you're looking for something different, the Joie Evalite Duo is a lightweight buggy that can seat twins from birth (it's world-facing and has the ability to lie flat). The clever frame can be expanded to accommodate the extra seat but it still only weighs around 11kg,
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