What to Look For in a nipper double buggy Travel Buggy
A compact side-by-side with tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors), to increase the frame’s capacity for weight for children weighing up to 50lbs.
A great barebones budget double buggy newborn with front and rear suspension to take care of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents of various heights.
Size
In general double pushchairs are larger than single models – especially when they’re side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width lets them to carry heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that have SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that assist in navigating tight spaces such as shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent, and a clever 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.
In terms of price tags, these types of lightweight buggies that are side-by-side are quite affordable.
Weight
The lighter a double umbrella stroller buggy is, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our Lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It’s got plenty of features like the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo windows as well as a quick-release folding mechanism 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 maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. With a price of just over P1,000 It’s also a great value 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. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal to fit into tight spaces, while side-by-side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and allow you to keep an eye on them while you go to the grocery store or park. There are a variety of seating configurations, so you can alter them as your child develops. Some even allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can be used to support two seats, or even a car seat. The adaptors allow you to convert a single seat to a double buggy Converts to single seat in a matter of minutes. It also comes with a large pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade with adjustable leg rests as well as peekaboo windows in both seats and an easy standing fold that is quick and easy to do with just one hand; and a premium suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow doors and aisles, while they can easily hold twins, a baby or a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby’s ‘PiggyBack’ board (which you can purchase separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras including liners and raincovers.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting close to each other. This can make them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and can be a bit long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have test. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, so your children can enjoy the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo window, a padded toddler seat with an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests as well as a cup holder for one parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be fastened or removed with just one hand. The handle is easy to twist making it easy to fold. It also stores by putting the backrest up for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it’ll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids if you add the option of a ‘PiggyBack’ board) it’s a great option for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension makes it ideal on roads and in cities too. It’s also affordable. BabyGearLab recommends this product for children up to the age of six.