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Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy can be a fantastic option for twins or children who are very close in age. They are smaller than side by side buggies and are perfect for small spaces such as doors, public transport and rough terrain.

Many also convert into travel systems to use two carrycots or car seats. They can be heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.

Convertible

There are many options for adding a second seating or changing a single stroller into double. The UPPAbaby V2 is a spacious, gorgeous stroller. It can be easily transformed from a single stroller to a dual by adding the seating area with a rumble. It is more expensive and less maneuverable because the second seat is placed on top of the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow is a similar model but lacks storage under the seat when used as a double stroller.

Other options include twin buggies with all-terrain wheels, and joggers with fixed wheels that can accommodate two children. They tend to be more expensive, but they're made for long-distance trips over rough terrain and could have a higher resale value.

Reclining the seat independently

If you want a double stroller which can accommodate children of different age groups, you'll require one with a recliner that is independent for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to relax in the back while the baby sleeps in the bassinet and reverse.

Consider the width of your stroller and consider how easy it is for you to maneuver through doors and public transport. If your doors are narrow, you might think about a side-by-side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller but can still fit two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are typically longer than side by side models, and therefore are more difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However they can also accommodate a wider range of combinations of car seats/car seats/seats and are an excellent choice for twins and siblings of various age. These buggies are priced higher than single to double buggies, but they're worth the cost if you plan on keeping it for many years. They also hold a good amount of value if you decide to sell it when your kids have outgrown it.

This feature will allow you to put your child in an ideal position for naps or to observe. This is especially important when you have a child younger than in the rear seat who may prefer to lay back and sleep while the more mature child wants to sit and observe their surroundings.

Some brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline fully into a position that's nearly flat, which is ideal for infants. The iCandy Orange, for example, has stadium-style seating that can be reclined in several positions. It also comes with UPF 50+ canopy and peekaboo windows.

Larger than twin buggies

They are great for siblings of different age groups, and you can move around without having to worry about your children touching. They're typically a bit longer, with one seat behind the other. The seats can be reclined fully for infants, or put in an upright position for toddlers.

A popular choice is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which is the tiniest side-by-side model on the market and has an identical footprint to one buggy. It also has an adjustable handle, making it easier for parents of various heights to push, and an adjustable handbrake, which is useful when tackling steep hills. It is suitable for use from birth, and can be used with a range of car seats and carrycots.

The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in either mono or duo mode with just a single click. Its clever frame can be expanded to accommodate a second chair and it can be used with up to two car seats or carrycots making it a great choice for older siblings who want to sit in a group and share the view. It's a bit bigger than the other models, but it still feels light and has soft suspension for kerbs.

There are many 3-wheeler tandems with inline wheels that offer stability and swift steering. Check out Phil and Teds inline models or iCandy Peach and Pear buggies. They are often folded into a single buggy in case you have a small space at home or need to carry it from the car to the bus station.

Be aware that a double wide buggy will be heavier and bulkier than one compact buggy. Be sure you know what you want before you purchase. It will be used on trains, buses and subways often, so it must be easy to operate and use. You may need to juggle the car seat on and off when you take your child to school or nursery.

Suitable from birth

There will be a need for a pushchair for your entire family, whether you're expecting twins, or you have another child after having your first. Double buggies are typically a bit heavier, bulkier and more expensive than single strollers, but they can also be more maneuverable through narrower doors or around obstacles such as curbs. Many double buggies work with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an accessory). This lets you transport three children simultaneously.

Tandem pushchairs put one child in front of the other, so they're usually a better option when you have two children that are close enough in age to get along well together. But they're not foolproof Siblings in a side-by-side seat could kick or punch each other, and children who are different heights can argue over who gets to sit higher. A tandem high-low model could solve this issue by elevating the seat at the rear, which prevents your older child from being on the bottom and not getting the best view.

The iCandy Wave is a great alternative for parents who want an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit both a newborn in a carrycot, and an older child in the main seat. It features a clever frame that can be expanded in width when you add a second seat and folds down flat to make it a compact storage. The padded seats, straps and buckles are all of the highest quality we have encountered in any of our tests. The seats can be reclined independently and the canopy is big and spacious with UPF 50+ protection as well as windows that can be seen from a distance.

The only drawback of the iCandy is that it's a little expensive but a high-quality tandem will last for a long time and maintain its resale value, so you'll probably recoup some of the cost in the end. It doesn't come with the same variety of seating configurations as the other top choices however, the iCandy is a good choice for families who don't wish to spend a lot.