What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-by-side that has a small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to increase the frame's weight capacity for children weighing up to 50lbs.
A budget-friendly, basic double with rear and front suspensions to make light work of uneven surfaces, a massive storage basket and padded handlebar for parents of different 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 allows them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. They also come with other key features that make them stand out, such as spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and swivel lock front wheels that make it easier to navigate tight areas such as aisles for shopping; cup holders for one parent and an innovative fold mechanism that is able to be completed with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't made for rough terrain, but can manage city streets and theme parks fairly well.
In terms of cost these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be cognizant of weight, as it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests but still offers plenty of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and a quick-release fold that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes navigating tight shops and supermarket aisles effortless. It's also extremely affordable at over a thousand dollars. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins or even a baby and toddler. Narrow tandem buggies can be used to fit into small spaces. Side-by-side models allow you to keep track of your children and ensure their safety while you go to the grocery store or in the park. They also come with a wide selection of seating options, so you can adapt them as your children develop, and some have the option to add an extra ride-on board or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors for car seats permit you to switch from single to double in a matter of seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is simple to perform and fast.
Tri-fold buggies such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. Their slim frames are perfect to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they can easily hold twins, a baby or an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). They come with a large basket and come with all the accessories you may require, such as rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting together. This can make them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be difficult to maneuver up and over kerbs. They are larger than a single-seater and may be too long to fit through doorways.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable and lightweight doubles that we have test. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, which means your children can enjoy the view. click the following page features a large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, a padded toddler seat with an RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable foot and leg rests as well as an integrated cup holder for a single parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be fastened and removed with just one hand. The handle is simple to turn making it easy to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest up to make it easy to access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) it's a great option for families who want the flexibility to grow with their child. The spacious basket and the soft suspension make it ideal for kerbs, as well as in the city. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children between the ages of 6 and 6.