10 Quick Tips About Double Travel Buggy

What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double that has small footprint (for narrow entrances and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate children up to 50 lbs per seat.

A fantastic budget double with rear and front suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket and padded handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

Double pushchairs tend to be wider than single ones, particularly when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain, but they can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

In terms of price tags, these types of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter a  double buggy  is the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a great option if you need to be mindful of weight, since it's the lightest in our Lab tests. However, it offers a wide range of features, including large pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out; a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension that can cope with rough terrain; and a swivel front wheel that makes getting around tight shops and supermarket aisles effortless. It's also extremely affordable at over a thousand dollars. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Buggies that are narrow are a great way to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep track of your children and ensure their safety while you go to the grocery store or in the park. They also come with a wide range of seat configurations, so you can adapt to your child's needs as they develop, and some have the option to add an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a great example. It can fit two seats or a car seat and its adaptors for car seats permit you to switch from single to double in a matter of seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and windows that peek out in both seats. A standing fold is easy to perform and fast.

Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. They are perfect for narrow aisles and doors. They are also able to accommodate twins and a larger child by adding UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the accessories you could require, such as rain covers and liners.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children seated side-by-side. This can make them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and can be a bit long to get through doorways.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have test. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also has an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with a windows that peek out, a cushioned toddler seat that includes an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as a cup holder for one parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be fastened or removed with just one hand. The handle is simple to turn, making it simple to fold. It can also be stored by putting the backrest up for easy access.

This is a great option for families looking to grow with their children. It is available in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can carry twins or a toddler, as well as a baby or three kids if you add a 'PiggyBack board'. The spacious basket and the soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs, as in the city. It's also affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this to children up to the age of six.