What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with a compact footprint (for narrow entrances and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate children up to 50 lbs per seat.
A fantastic budget double with rear and front suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a huge storage basket, and a cushioned handlebar for parents of various heights.
Size
In general double pushchairs double 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 take on heavier children without straining their chassis. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out canopy that come with SPF 50 protection, as well as peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles and a cup holder for one parent and Double Travel Buggy a smart fold mechanism that operates with one hand. The 10-inch wheels aren’t built for rough terrain, but they are able to handle city streets and theme park rides well.
In terms of price tags they are surprisingly affordable. These types of light buggies that are side-by-side are quite affordable.
Weight
The heavier a double buggy is, the easier it will be to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be mindful of weight, as it’s the lightest in our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopy with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and a quick-release fold that stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and a swivel front wheel that makes navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops easy. With a price of just over P1,000 is a very affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional’sidepack’.
Flexibility
A good double buggy can provide a lot of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for fitting through tight spaces, while side-byside models keep your children accounted for and allow you to keep your eyes on them as you navigate the supermarket or the park. Many have a variety of seating configurations, so you can adjust the seat as your child grows. Some permit the addition of an automobile seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat and its easy-to-use adaptors permit you to switch from a single seat to a double in a matter of seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade canopy and adjustable leg rests, Double Travel Buggy as well as peekaboo windows in both seats; a standing fold that’s simple and easy to perform using just one hand; and a high-quality suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.
Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. 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). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras, such as raincovers and liners.
Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated together. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be a challenge to maneuver up and over kerbs. They are larger than a single-seater and may be too long to pass through doorways.
Comfort
This is among the most comfortable lightweight doubles we’ve test. It features stadium-style seating on both seats, which means your children can enjoy the view. It also features an enormous UPF 50+ canopy with the peek-a-boo window, and an upholstered toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests, as well as cups holder for a single parent. The testers love the way the seats recline individually by squeezing the levers under each seat, and also say that the straps are simple to fasten and unfasten with just one hand. The handle is easy to turn making it easy to fold. It also stores by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is a great option for families looking to expand with their children. It is available in a variety of configurations, including 30. It can hold twins, a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add an ‘PiggyBack Board’. The spacious basket and soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs, as as in the city. It’s also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to children ages 0-6. of six.