20 Myths About Double Travel Buggy: Dispelled

What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy A compact side-by-side with tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors), to increase the frame's weight capacity for children up to 50 lbs. Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket. Size In general double pushchairs are generally wider than single models – particularly when they're side-by-side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good thing is that this extra width allows them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that can be operated by one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't 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 heavier a double buggy is the easier it is to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be cognizant of weight, as it's the lightest of our Lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and an adjustable front wheel that makes navigating tight shops and supermarket aisles easy. It's also extremely affordable at more than PS1,000. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'. Flexibility A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and a baby. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you travel around the supermarket or the park. There are a variety of seats so that you can alter them as your child grows. Some permit the addition of the option of a car seat or ride-on board. The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can be used to support two seats or a car-seat. The adaptors allow you to change from one seat to a double in merely minutes. It also comes with a large pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade, adjustable leg rests and peekaboo windows in both seats as well as the standing fold is quick and easy to do using just one hand; and a premium suspension that can take care of rough terrain. Tri-fold buggies, such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they are able to accommodate twins or a baby and an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras like raincovers and liners. Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children sitting close to each other. twin pushchairs makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be a challenge to maneuver around and over kerbs. They are larger than a single-seater and may be too large to fit through doorways. Comfort This is one of the most comfortable, lightweight doubles we've test. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, so your children can take in the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in adjustable foot and leg rests, as well as cups holder for one parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened with one hand. It's also a doddle to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as could be and also stores with the backrest upright for easy access. With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic option for families that want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension mean it's good on kerbs and in the city too. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this for children ages 0-6. of six.