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What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double with small footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to increase the frame's weight capacity for children up to 50 pounds.
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 wider than single models, especially when they're side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. double pram and pushchair make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent, and a clever 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 quite well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The lighter a double buggy is, the easier it will be to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be mindful of weight. It's the lightest in our Lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows; a quick-release fold that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension that can take on rough terrain and an adjustable front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops effortless. It's priced at just over $1000 is a very affordable stroller. 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. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for fitting through narrow spaces, while side by side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and allow you to keep an eye on them while you go to the grocery store or the park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seating configurations, so you can adjust the seat as your child grows. Some even permit the addition of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can fit two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use let you change from a single seat to a double in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade with adjustable leg rests as well as windows that peek out from both seats; the standing fold is simple and quick to fold 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 perfect to navigate narrow doors and aisles, while they can easily hold twins, a baby or a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). The basket is large and comes with all the extras including liners and raincovers.
Tandem buggies typically have children seated together, which can make them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, but can be tricky to maneuver up and down kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater stroller and can be a bit long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
One of the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tried This buggy comes with elevated stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests; and the cup holder that is single-parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever under each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be secured and unfastened with one hand. It's also a doddle to fold, with a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible and can be stored with the backrest upright for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' board) it's a great option for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. The large basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as in the city. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children up to six years old.