What's Holding Back From The Small Double Buggy Industry?
A Small Double Buggy That's Easy to Push One-Handed and Carry Up and Down Stairs This is the double stroller that you need if you want a lightweight, easy-to-push one-handed stroller. It's also simple to transport up and down the stairs. It has two fixed seats, and up to 30 different seating configurations are possible (including an angular one!). Both seats come with UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. Size The Joovy Kooper X2 double stroller is a side by side double stroller. It can hold two children up to 50 pounds. The seats are larger sized than those of other strollers with lightweight designs, and the canopies have large SPF 50 sunshades that have peekaboo windows. Other key features include one-parent cup holders and an enormous, self-standing basket that can hold up 25 pounds; swing-away bars for children to climb in and out of their seats; and swivel lock front wheels to allow for better maneuverability on rough terrain. This is a great choice for urban and suburban families. It also comes with the double kit which includes a newborn wedgie for the perfect lie-flat position. Weight The weight of a double buggy is one of the main factors that determine how easy it is to push. A light buggy is easier to lift and transport, but might not have enough suspension to deal with bumps and uneven terrain. Make sure to read the specifications of each model before you purchase. Some double buggies have a maximum seat weight and others have a frame limit. Some double buggies can fold with the seats removed, which makes them smaller and lighter. This is a great option if you are limited on storage space. The tri-fold doubles tend to be the lightest models as only one hand is required to lift the bottom and back sections. They are also narrower than buggies that are side by side and can fit through most doors. The iCandy Geo 3 is one of the lightest tri-fold doubles available on the market and can comfortably hold twins or a toddler and a baby. Tandem buggies are great for families with growing children because they begin as a single stroller and can be adapted to include a second child such as a car seat or carrycot. Some, such as the iCandy Orange offer over 30 different seating configurations, so they can expand with your family, even up to a 3rd child. They are generally heavier than tri-fold doubles, but they're usually easier to move across kerbs due to the weight being distributed more evenly. Folding The best small double buggies fold easily and can be folded in a matter of seconds. Our Lab experts love this feature because it lets them to fit the buggies in the back of their car and save storage space when they are not in use. The Joovy Kooper X2 for example has straps that can be pulled up on each seat and the whole thing folds down. Even our oldest testers could do the tri-fold with only one hand. The lightweight Delta Children LX Side by Side is a good alternative for a small double buggie. Its light weight is a plus however, it also has some great features: nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows, swing-away bars that aid children climb in and out of the seats; and reclined seats and leg rests for smaller children. Manoeuvrability One of the most important things to take into consideration when selecting a small double buggy is its manoeuvrability, particularly how it is easy to move around with two children on board. Some pushchairs, such as the iCandy Orange with its 'cinema seating' (where the back seat is elevated) are more efficient at this than others. The narrow tandem buggies are good at this, as are side-by-side designs. These buggies can be a little longer and could be difficult to maneuver through doorways. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 pushchair is an excellent example, since it is a relatively narrow model that allows for two additional seats, and more importantly, a pillion board that can accommodate a third child. Other smaller, three-wheeled models, like the phil&teds Dot, are also extremely agile. This is particularly true with its clever “dot kit” which transforms it into an inline buggie. It has different seating configurations that are suitable for children of different ages. It also allows the front seat to rotate to face the parents for optimum face-to-face bonding time. It also comes with a storage basket and is super-easy to fold. This is a great solution for growing families. Comfort With compact tandem strollers or versatile side-by-side buggies, parents can keep an eye on both kids at the grocery store, park or any other place. These lightweight doubles can accommodate two children of up to 50 lbs per seat and come with spacious pop-out canopy that extends enough to provide real shade, with window windows that can be seen from a distance and padded legs rests for children to kick back and relax. double umbrella stroller come with cup holders that can be reversible and placed on the seatback. They also have one cup holder for parents, plus a large underseat basket. Add the phil&teds Double Kit to your dot buggy when you are just beginning to build a growing family. It can transform into a double inline stroller that is ideal for toddlers and infants alike. The clever 3-wheel design allows for simple kerb popping and excellent maneuverability, while the sling seat offers a great option for newborns to bond with their parents. You can easily swap the sling seat for an infant car adapter when your children get older. With a deluxe rain cover and travel bag you're set for the next adventure!