What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double that has a compact footprint (for narrow doors and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate kids up to 50 pounds per seat.
A budget-friendly, basic double with front and rear suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket and padded handlebar for parents of different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs tend to be more spacious than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier a double buggy is, the easier it will be to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It's still loaded with many features, including an enormous pop-out canopy that has SPF50 and peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in seconds, four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. single to double pushchair 's priced at just over $1000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A good double buggy can provide a lot of flexibility, whether you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies can be used to fit into small spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep track of your children and keep them safe while you are navigating the supermarket or park. Many have a variety of seats so that you can alter them as your child develops. Some permit the addition of an automobile seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can accommodate 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 seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests, and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is easy to do and quick.
Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow aisles and doors while they are able to accommodate twins or even a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which you buy separately). They provide a spacious basket and include all the accessories you could require, including liners and rain covers.
Tandem buggies are typically made with your kids sitting close to each other. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver up and over kerbs. They have a larger footprint than a single-seater and may be too big to fit through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles that we have test. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy with the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an RumbleSeat with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests and a cup holder for a single parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. The testers also appreciate the fact that the straps can be fastened and unfastened in one hand. The handle is simple to twist, making it simple to fold. tandem double stroller by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is the ideal choice for families that want to grow with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can accommodate twins with a toddler as well as three children when you add a 'PiggyBack board'. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on streets and in cities too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for children from 6 to 12 years old.