3 Wheel Buggies
3 wheel buggies offer excellent maneuverability, and are a stylish, slim frame. Many of them have an upholstered sling seat that has an incredibly comfortable lay flat bed and a perfect weight distribution, perfect from birth.
The wheels are bigger and usually come with suspensions to allow for smooth, swift moving on different terrains. The only drawback is that they may be more heavy and bulkier to store and transport.
Stability
Three wheel buggies are very stable and don’t tip over as easily as pushchairs with four wheels when going in a straight line and you’ll find that you can move them more quickly and efficiently. If you turn or stop abruptly, they could lose stability and tip over. Some manufacturers add an additional wheel to their 3 wheel stroller travel system-wheel buggy designs in order to improve the stability of the chassis.
The extra wheel also helps you tackle off-road terrain. Be sure to look for models with air-filled tyres (also called pneumatic tyres) because they can deal with off-road routes and other surfaces including sand, mud and rock. These models will also have wheels that lock on the front, which will increase stability on rough terrain.
With the right design, engineering and weight distribution, these buggies can turn at a moment’s notice and are easy to steer with one hand; they have 360o front swivel wheels allowing agility and mobility to be easy and light to handle. They’ll also pass the same rigorous global stability standards and tests as 4-wheel buggies.
If you’re looking for a fabric sling seat, these tend to be placed lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby’s centre of gravity is closer to the floor – instantly delivering a smoother ride and a less noticeable kerb pop (you don’t need to apply as much pressure or effort to lift the buggy over and up a kerb).
Maxi-Cosi is best known for its car seat collection, but it has recently expanded its product range with the Citylife compact travel system and pushchair. This 3-in-1 model is designed for urban living and is compatible starting at birth with a newborn carrycot or infant car seat. It comes with four wheels and a unique pewter-black aluminium frame, which the brand describes as’slim and compact. It’s just 2cm wider than the Babyzen Yoyo.
Folding
There are a variety of 3 wheel pushchairs wheel buggies that can be folded down to fit into smaller spaces. Many of them can be folded using one hand and are easy to wash down. The smallest models will come with a basic adjustable height of the handlebars, while others could have an adjustable suspension or an expandable 50+ UV canopy. They may also have large, spacious baskets and a quick-release brake lever.
The best 3 wheel buggy to tackle rough terrain
A 3 wheel stroller reversible seat (go now)-wheeler is likely to be better able to cope with off-road conditions than a 4-wheel model, although both can get stuck in tight spots. A model with larger front and rear wheels will help. This makes it easier to push them over rough terrain and will help you get up and down the steep slopes.
One option is the brand new Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its responsive handling despite its three-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tried it with her infant and lightweight 3 wheel buggy-year-old and said “it handles really well over bumpy pavements, cobbles, dirt roads and gravel tracks and also on a few hills.”
Another option is the latest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy made by Maxi-Cosi’s car seat brand named Stella. It can be used from birth when used with a carrycot. It’s a bit bigger than the lighter 4-wheelers but it features air-filled tires, three recline positions, and a one-handed fold.
Its most appealing feature is its modularity it’s compatible with all of the brand’s infant car seats and strollers. This means you can create your ideal travel system for day-to-day or longer walks using the chassis as a base.
Tyres
The tyres for 3 wheel buggies are offered in a variety of styles and types of materials. Each one has its own pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres offer a great ride and manoeuvrability, while foam-filled tyres last longer. The kind of tyre you pick will be determined by your lifestyle and where it is that you live.
For instance, if you plan to travel often on unpaved paths or rough terrain, you might think about a 3-wheeler that has sturdier tyres. You should also consider the type of suspension you require. A sturdy suspension is helpful to handle bumps and humps. However, it can be heavy and contribute to the overall weight of your pushchair.
The size of the tyre is important. Knowing how to understand tyre sizing is vital for ensuring safety performance, durability, and performance. The combination of numbers and letters on the sidewall of a tyre may be at first, but decoding it helps you understand the tyre’s dimensions. A tyre with an 185/70 size R14, for example is a radial tire with a diameter of 185/70 with a 14-inch rim diameter.
In addition to being more durable, PU tires are also lighter and more puncture resistant than rubber ones. If you aren’t sure if a pushchair’s tires are rubber or PU, slide the tires across a smooth surface. If they slide easily then the tires are made of PU. If not, then they are made of rubber.
Suspension
The suspension on a three wheel buggy is an important aspect to consider as it absorbs the jolts and bumps of rough terrain, making it much more comfortable for your baby. Large wheels that are air-filled, and that can be locked to ensure stability when running are crucial. This will enable your buggy to travel on off-road surfaces with ease.
There are many options for buggy styles that will suit any budget and style of life. The Mountain Buggy, for example was the first to introduce all-terrain agility in three-wheel buggie. With perfect geometry and engineering their sling seat made of fabric rests comfortably inside the frame as opposed to sitting on top 3 wheel strollers like modular seats, providing a lower centre of gravity and sitting at the perfect height to ensure optimal weight distribution to easily tackle kerb pops.
The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is another great option. It features sleek design, a large wheel that’s easy to maneuver and comes with a superb suspension. It also has the twist handbrake to facilitate ease of use. MFM reviewer Kath really put this buggy to the test by taking it for an excursion through the rough terrain and she found that it handled the terrain really well. She said that it ‘flies effortlessly over bumpy grass, cobbles, pavements dirt tracks, and makes a light work of climbing and descending the kerbs’.
The Roma Atlas is another popular off-road option that, like the Urban Glide 2, comes in a range of colours to complement your style. It also comes with an adjustable handlebar, a spacious basket and an ultraviolet hood that is 50+. You can also select from a selection of infant car seats to transform the buggy into a pram, including the chicly designed carrycot plus(tm) which is a cosy lie flat crib for babies and infants from 12 months to 12 years old.
Safety
Having four wheels makes the pushchair much more stable and less likely to tip and easier to maneuver. It can also be more secure for your child as their weight is distributed more evenly over the frame of the pushchair.
A four-wheeled buggy has lower center of gravity, which makes it easier to pop over curbs and walk up. The seats made of fabric are placed inside the frame rather than on top of it like modular seats. This creates a low seating position and an automobile that is easily pushed.
However, if you’d like to go for a run with your baby then a 4-wheeler may be better suited since it has suspension that allows the front wheel to move independently of the back one which allows you to navigate bumpy roads and rough terrain Be aware that not all buggies with 4 wheels are suitable for running (most aren’t like the Phil and Teds). Mountain Buggies are the exception, as they have a suspension system specifically designed for them that’s been tested independently across all kinds of terrain.