17 Signs You Work With Compact Double Buggy
What to Look For in a Compact double buggy sale Buggy
Kerry says that the side-byside is small enough to fit through the majority of doors. It can accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and handy carry straps for easy schlepping.
It's also light to lift and wheel up/down stairs. The canopies are large enough to accommodate windows and openings that peek out.
Size
Double buggy features that you should consider include a large shopping basket, front and rear suspension and an incredibly sturdy frame. You might also want to consider whether it's a travel system or the possibility of adding an infant car seat or carrycot. These are important considerations when you are required to take your children on public transport, or on long trips.
If you're looking for a small double buggy that can be used from birth take a look at the Leclerc Kooper X2. This model is a side-by-side buggy that has frames that can be expanded widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats have an option to recline and can be placed in a different way, which gives you the option of one child leaning back and enjoying a nap while the other one gazes out at the world around them. You get a big UPF 50+ canopy, with a peekaboo window too.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another great alternative for twins. This is the slimmest side-by-side twin pushchair available and is only 63cm wide, so should fit through most doorways. It can take two car seats or one carrycot, and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double stroller buggies, that feature the children sitting side by side is a popular option for twins, or parents of a baby and a toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doors or on pavements.
The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that's been designed to grow with your family, with 30 different seating configurations. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can buy separately). It comes with a soft suspension system that makes kerbs easier to navigate. It can be used in either mono or double mode. You can also attach a single stroller to the top of it for additional storage space.
Weight
A quality double buggy must be lightweight twin buggy and easy to push. It should have a large shopping basket as well as front and rear suspension to make it easier for the child to maneuver through rough terrain, and be suitable for twins and siblings of different age groups.
A lot of compact double seat stroller buggies come with frames that are designed to fit infant car seats and come with branded adaptors to match the most popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are excellent options when you are looking to stay clear of separate strollers for your smaller children with medical issues.
However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and can be harder to fit through doorways and on public transportation. If this is important to you, make sure to check the product's details to determine what alternatives are available.
If you're looking for the smallest Double pushchair twin; Telegra.Ph, on the market look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest side-by-side available at 53cm in width and can be used by twins in the newborn stage or even one toddler and one baby. It has a robust design and a superior function with big air-filled tires that can be used on all terrains but are also able to whizz around town.
Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can carry twins, one toddler and one baby or two kids, with a piggy back board (which you must purchase separately). It comes with a self-standing fold and carry strap that makes it easy to transport and has front and rear suspension to help you cope with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but less heavy than trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.
Folding
A good double buggy needs to be compact for storage. A suitable option is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-by-side and has a smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold, so it's narrower that one stroller. This allows it to be more easily maneuvered through doorways and public transportation, as well as reducing the need for an additional vehicle.
It's a great option for parents with twins since it can be used with two seats and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate another child on the 'piggybackboard of the buggy. It also offers a wide range of options, including seats that are elevated to give both kids an overview of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar comes with an adjustable handbrake that helps to push the buggy up and down hills.
Another alternative is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the smallest footprint side-by-side on the market at the smallest 63cm. It is ideal for parents who fret about fitting a double inside a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain and be a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby or two children of the same age, and each seat reclines independently to make sure the kids are comfortable.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seats or a carrycot and a toddler seat. It's a bit longer than other doubles, but it provides excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces. It's an excellent choice for those who are looking for an elegant but practical buggy.
If you're on a budget there are plenty budget double buggies like the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can fit a baby in a carrycot as well as a toddler in a seat, or three kids when you add the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has a simple self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that gives the kids some protection and also has a peekaboo window. It's also relatively light for a double buggy and has a larger undercarriage basket for shopping.
