Buying a Double Buggy 3 Wheels
This buggy is able to be used as a double or single. It has 17 configurations to accommodate children from infants to toddlers and even a third using iCandy’s 'piggyback' board. It's also one of the slimmest double strollers and fits through doors like a single pushchair.
It's a light and compact stroller that has an easy fold that can be done by one hand. It's also suitable for various types of terrains and comes with a convenient shopping bag.
Adaptability
When it comes to purchasing a double buggy, there's plenty to think about. You'll need to ensure that your children are comfortable and safe as you travel new sights and routes. You should also consider the cost as well as the size, weight and the durability. Choosing a well-known brand (within your budget, of course) will help maximise the value of resales and ease the purchase process down the line.
There are two kinds of double buggy with three wheels, based on how many children you'll be carrying: side-by-side and front-facing. The buggies that are side-by-side tend to be slimmer but have a larger area than front-facing models. Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the smartest models available on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side buggy available and can fit into doorways that are narrow!
Tandem buggies tend to be larger. They begin as a single stroller but can be adjusted by adapters to accommodate a second seat, or carrycot. Some tandem buggies can take twins, a baby and toddler or a child and a newborn thanks to their innovative seating arrangements. One example is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 which can be converted to a triple with the addition of a 'Piggy Back' board.
The iCandy Orange is another super-smart tandem buggy that features an exclusive 'cinema seating' design that allows the rear seat to be lowered or raised to different positions so you can alter how your children are seated. This gives you a choice of 30 seating arrangements and is ideal for parents with young children at very different stages in development.
Another option is the Phil&teds sport. This world-first, multi-award winning buggy will help protect your wallet by being a brilliant single from the beginning and then adapting to take 2 (or 3!) as your family grows - all within the same footprint of one buggy! The Sling seat is the key to this. It is ideal for infants, and provides superior stability, maneuverability, and kerb-pop.
Manoeuvrability
Generally speaking Double buggy 3 wheels are easier to maneuver and handle than double pushchairs that have 4 wheels. This is due to the fact that the front wheels are smaller, which makes them less broad and resulting in less weight on them. They are easier to push and are also much easier to move around kerbs.
An excellent example is the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side buggy on the market, and has a footprint the same as a single buggy. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting in doorways or even on public transport. It can be used as early as birth, since it can accommodate twins or two car seats/car carrycots.
UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another option. This is a great lightweight buggy that is perfect for urban living and also comfortable on more uneven or rough terrain. It is suitable for twins or a baby toddler due to its four-wheel suspension and big rear wheels. Its light frame makes it easy to lift and carry. The only downside is that it's a little more difficult to handle than some other models when walking on uneven ground.
Comfort
If you're planning to take your buggy out for long walks or for jogging it's worth investing in a model that can take on rough terrain. Look out for a 3-wheel model with large back wheels to withstand bumps, and a suspension system that absorbs shocks. The front wheels should be fixed ideally to give you better control on difficult terrain, and also to make it easier to push through corners.
Double buggys that are good for two children will give you to alter the seating to ensure that both children be at ease. The best double buggys have adjustable footrests as well as reclining seats for older children. They'll also have plenty of storage space for shopping, car keys, and phones.
A smooth fold mechanism is another thing to keep an eye out for. Our Lab experts prefer models that have straps under the seats that allow the buggy to be pulled apart or a lever to open an opening that folds the frame in half in just a second or two. Some models can be folded with the seat removed which makes them smaller when not in use.
The Mountain Buggy Duet has won many awards and is a side-by-side with a lot of flexibility for twins or siblings. The clever frame can be expanded in width to accommodate the carrycot or second seat, yet still has the same footprint as a single stroller. This means that it will fit through doors and on public transportation. It's heavier than other models however its smooth ride compensates for the extra weight.
iCandy's Orange Convertible, another popular side-byside, offers a massive 30 seating configurations that can be altered to meet the needs of any child. It's a great option for twins since the seats can be facing parents, and can convert to an a tandem pushchair that has an extra seat/carrycot at the middle.
three wheel pushchair , a lightweight option with three wheels is ideal for daily use. It's not as large or as expensive as other models but its small turning radius and fixed front wheel mean it's more difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. It's easy to push though and can also be used as a running buggy by the addition of a separate child carrier for jogging.
Safety
The phil&teds sports can accommodate 2 children in a variety of ways, from infant to toddler with their car seat adapters or twin kit, and can even cope with three if you use their piggyback board (which you buy separately for around PS120). Its dual front swivel wheel with superior maneuverability and a handy foot brake make it especially safe. Plus, its parent tray is much larger than other double buggies, and the canopies have peekaboo windows for better visibility.
This award-winning side-byside double buggy is slimmer than any other, full-featured all-terrain double that is available. It has the same dimensions as a single buggy so it is easy to push through doors and transported on public transport. Its suspension is able to tackle rough terrain with ease and our Lab experts love that it can be folded down into a compact position in just a few seconds. The adjustable handlebar comes with a handbrake for added security. The seats can be reversed to allow the children facing one side or the parents facing one another which is ideal for siblings and twins.