20 Inspirational Quotes About Double Travel Buggy

What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A compact side-by-side with an extremely small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children weighing up to 50lbs.

Budget double with back and front suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.

Size

In general double pushchairs are generally wider than single models, especially when they're side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas 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 smart fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter the double pushchair buggy the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be aware of weight, as it's the lightest of our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which folds flat in just a few seconds; four-wheel suspension that can cope with rough terrain; and an swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight aisles of supermarkets and shops effortless. It's priced at just over $1000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It 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 baby and toddler. Buggies that are narrow are a great way to squeeze into small spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep the track of your children and ensure their safety while you are navigating the grocery store or in the park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seating configurations, so you can alter the seat as your child grows. Some even permit the addition of a car seat or ride-on board.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can be used to hold two seats or a car-seat. The adaptors allow you to change from a single seat to a Cosatto Woosh Double Stroller for Twins - Lightweight (www.pushchairsandprams.uk) in merely seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy and adjustable leg rests, as well as peekaboo windows on both seats and the standing fold is quick and easy to do with one hand; and a premium suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are perfect for navigating narrow doors and aisles. They can also easily accommodate twins or a child and a larger child with the addition of UPPAbaby’s"PiggyBack" board (which is sold separately). The basket is generous and includes all the accessories, such as liners and raincovers.

Tandem buggies usually have your children sitting side-by-side. This can make them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long to get through doorways.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tested. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also comes with a large UPF 50+ canopy that has a the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an RumbleSeat with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests as well as an integrated cup holder for one parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and unfastened in one hand. It's also a doddle to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle, making it as easy as is possible, and stores with the backrest up to make it easy to access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add the option of a "PiggyBack" board) it's a great choice for families who want to be able to grow with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as well as in the city. It is also very affordable. BabyGearLab recommends it for kids from 6 to 12 years old.