What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-byside with a small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate children up to 50 pounds per seat.
A budget-friendly, basic double that has rear and front suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents of various heights.
Size
Double pushchairs tend to be wider than single ones, especially when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good thing is that this extra width enables them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren't 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 more easy it will be to lift and manoeuvre. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our lab tests, is an excellent option for those who are concerned about weight. issue. It still has plenty of features like the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and peekaboo window, a quick-release folding system that can be stowed flat in just a few seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to navigate narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. Just over PS1,000 is a very affordable stroller. strollers double strollers can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is a great option for parents with twins or even a toddler and a baby. Narrow tandem buggies can be used to fit into small spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep the track of your children and ensure their safety while you are navigating the park or shopping. Many have a variety of seating configurations, so you can adjust them as your child grows. Some even permit the addition of the option of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic 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 seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade with adjustable leg rests as well as windows that peek out from both seats as well as a standing fold that's simple and quick to fold with 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 ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors and they can comfortably accommodate twins or even a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack board (which you buy separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras, such as raincovers and liners.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting together. This makes them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver over and up kerbs. twin stroller have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long for getting through doorways.
pushchair twin of the more comfortable, lightweight doubles we've tested, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats, so your kids can have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat that has adjustable legs and foot rests; and a single-parent cup holder. The testers love the way the seats recline by pushing the levers under each seat, and also say that the straps are easy to fasten and unfasten with just one hand. The handle is easy to twist making it easy to fold. It can also be stored with the backrest raised for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins, a baby and toddler or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic choice for families who want to be able to grow with their child. Its spacious shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on streets and in cities too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this for children up to the age of six.