3 Wheel Double Buggy
A great option for parents who want to take their kids off-road The Fox 5 is a true all-terrain pram. It features a fantastic suspension and large wheels that are puncture-proof.
Claire Our test participant, Claire, was impressed with the packaging. It was simple to open and clean. She found it to be among the simplest and most efficient pieces of baby equipment to assemble. She tried it on some rough terrain and was impressed with its performance.
Seats
Most 3 wheel double buggies start as single pushchairs. However, some can be converted to accept the second seat using adapters. There are also models let you add a ride-on board for older children who want to walk but require some help.
Take a look at the Joie Evalite Duo for an ultra-lightweight option that is perfect for city streets. It's a breeze to move and has a deep basket with plenty of storage space. It can be used for twins beginning at birth and accepts two car seats, or a carrycot with seat. The seats must be facing towards the front and there is no room to store bags of groceries under the seat. You will need a sidepack.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be a good option for you if you enjoy off-road driving. It's a side by side model with the smallest footprint of any double buggy that is available. This allows it to squeeze through doors that are narrow and on public transport and allows you to climb up and down kerbs with no trouble. The adjustable handlebar features an additional handbrake for safety and security.
Another option that is lightweight is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 Double it can be used for twins or a toddler and baby. The seats have multi-position reclining and UPF 50+ sunshades and the canopy can be adjusted to keep the sun from your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can be converted into an UPPAbaby triple by incorporating UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack" board, which is designed for older children.
The iCandy Orange is one of the most well-known double buggies available because of its exceptional comfort. It is a true all-terrain pushchair with a soft suspension that makes easy work of bumpy surfaces. It comes with 30 different seating options as well as a built-in table for older children who prefer to walk, and a 'cinema mode' that raises the back seats for better visibility.
The phil&teds dot is a great single buggy that is available from day one that can then easily adapt to take 2 (or 3!) Multiple configurations are possible. This is especially useful when you have a child in a car. The frame can be fitted to a wedgie, which permits the best lie-flat position. Also, car seat adapters that fit various brands.
Suspension
The suspension of a triple wheeled buggy will determine the ease with which you and your child/children are able to push it. It is crucial to enjoy a smooth ride since babies feel every bump that comes along the road. This is especially true if you are driving on rough terrain like grass or roads that aren't paved. Some models come with locking front tires that help maneuver and get over obstacles like curbs.
Some models use air-filled tyres, which give you a great all-terrain ride, but can be prone to punctures so make sure you have a spare set in the trunk. Some models have gel-filled or foam-filled tyres which are designed to absorb bumps. They are less likely to puncture, but they might be uncomfortable for your child if they decide to run.
Our award-winning side-byside duet buggy features a fantastic suspension that lets you go over any terrain comfortably and with ease making it the ideal buggy for city walks. Upgrade the duet to our dual kit to take two children in the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath put the Urban Glide 2 through its paces with her newborn and 3 years old, and found that it coped really well on tricky terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over pavements that were bumpy and grassy cobbles, dirt tracks and cobbles easily and was able to maneuver around corners and go up and down kerbs. The 16" rear wheels, coupled with the lockable swivel wheel on the front, create an extremely comfortable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 has a lot of features, such as an enormous seat unit that comes with a padded cover, hood with 50+ UV protection and easy-to-use and rechargeable visibility lights.
Folding
A three-wheel double buggy can be folded up in a neat manner to be stored. You can find options that fold flat and stand up (as if they were in a pushchair) as well as those that pop open to reveal more of an umbrella-style fold with an electric brake. In general, the more wheels a buggy has, the easier it will be to handle over rough terrain. This is especially applicable if the wheels are larger than average - this will provide you with more stability and reduce the chance that your child will fall over or tip over.
The iCandy Wave is a popular option. It can be used in conjunction with an infant car-seat as early as birth and then transformed into a double buggy side-byside after your child has reached the age of. It's a lightweight option that is simple to push. It also comes with a bumper bar and rain cover.
Another alternative is the phil&teds sports, which is future proof since it's great as a single buggy from day dot and then adjusts to accommodate 2 (or even three!) All of this is incorporated into its small footprint. It is a clever three-wheel design with a sling for better manoeuvrability and stability.
This is one of the most comfortable double buggies to run with your children. It has a front wheel that can be locked, that will allow you to keep your balance on rough terrain or off-road. It also has a spacious undercarriage basket, an adjustable handlebar and soft suspension for comfortable riding.
3 wheel pushchair is a lightweight compact model that is easy to fold using just one hand. It's perfect for travel. It's compatible with a wide variety of infant car seats, and comes with a handy pull-out undercarriage basket that can be used to stash things to shop. It's on the expensive side but does have several distinctive features that make it a great option for value, such as its slick one-click fold and lots of extras including a bumper bar and raincover.
Storage
Many people are impressed by the storage capacity of a triple-wheeled buggy. Some models, such as the Roma Atlas, have a large basket as well as two zip pockets on the hood, where you can store your keys and phone. It's also designed to deal with a bit of rough terrain, making it a great choice for family walks or all-terrain strolls.
Other models, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2, offer plenty of room and the possibility of transporting twins or a toddler and a child. (This is possible thanks to their 'PiggyBack' system). 3 wheel buggy 's the most compact side-by-side double on the market. It also has some amazing technology, like LED lights for visibility that are placed on each side of its frame to ensure safety in low-light situations.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a lightweight stroller that can accommodate twins from birth and is a world-facing stroller with a lie-flat seat It's something completely different. The frame's clever design expands widthways to accommodate a second seat but it still only weighs about 11kg so it's easy to lift and manoeuvre. It can be used with an infant car seat, a carrycot, or both. This lets you get the best of all worlds.