You ll Never Guess This Tandem Double Buggy s Benefits
Buying a Tandem Double Buggy
A tandem double buggy can be a great option if you have twins, or children who are very close in age. They're a bit smaller than side-byside buggies, and ideal for maneuvering narrow spaces like entrances, on public transportation and on rocky terrain.
Some convert into travel systems to use two carrycots or car seats. However, they are heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and might feel less stable when bumping up the kerbs.
Convertible
There are many options for adding a second seat or making a single stroller a double. The UPPAbaby V2 is a spacious, gorgeous stroller. It can be easily converted from a single to a double by adding an seating area with a rumble. It is more expensive and less maneuverable due to the fact that the second seat is placed behind the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice, but it lacks storage underneath the seat when it's used as a double stroller.
Other options include all-terrain twin buggies and fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. These are more expensive, however, they are designed to last longer on rough terrain and come with more expensive resales.
Reclining the seat independently
If you need a double buggy that can transport children of various age groups, then you'll want one that has recline that is independent for both seats. This will allow your older child to sit back and relax while the baby is in the bassinet, and reverse.
Take into consideration the width of your pushchair, as this will determine how easy it is for you to get through doors and on public transportation. If your doors are narrow, you might be considering a side-by-side pushchair such as the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint that is similar to a single stroller but can still accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.
Tandem buggies are generally smaller than side-byside models, and aren't as easy to manoeuvre around kerbs however they can be able to accommodate a wider range of seat/carrycot/car seat combinations and are a great option for twins or siblings of different ages. They also tend to be more expensive than single-to-double single pushchair buggies, but are worth the purchase if you plan to keep it for a long time and will retain a decent amount of resale value should you sell it on when your children have grown out of it.
This feature allows you to put your child in a comfortable position for naps or observation. This is especially important if you have a younger child in the rear seat who may want to lie back and take a snooze while the more mature child wants to sit up and observe their surroundings.
Certain brands come with a unique design for their seats that allows the back seat to fully recline into an almost flat position that is perfect for babies. For example, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline the toddler seat that comes with it and the add-on RumbleSeat to multiple positions, to give your kids a a choice of where to sit, as well as providing an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows.
Wider than twin buggies
It's not necessary to have twins to benefit from a larger double buggy - they're ideal for siblings of various age groups. They allow you to go about your day without having to worry about your children touching. They are usually a little larger with one seat in front of the other. The seats can be reclined completely for newborns or in an upright position for toddlers.
Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular choice. It has the slimmest design that is side-by-side and a footprint that is comparable to the footprint of a single stroller. It comes with an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push and a handbrake, which is helpful on steep hills. It is suitable from birth and is compatible with a range of car seats and carrycots, which means it is a great travel system.
The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in either mono or duo mode with just a single click. Its innovative frame expands widthways to accommodate a second chair and it can be used with up to two car seats or carrycots so it's an excellent option for older siblings that wish to sit together and enjoy the view. It's a bit bigger than the other models, but it still isn't heavy and has a soft suspension for the kerbs.
There are a lot of 3-wheeler inline tandems available Check out Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for instance that offer stability and swift steering. Most of them can be folded into the size of a single buggy which is useful when you have trouble storing it at home or need to lug it in and out of the car when you travel on public transport.
It's worth bearing in mind that a wide double pram pushchair buggy will feel heavier and bulkier than a single buggy that is smaller Make sure that you're getting what you need before you buy. You'll need to take it off and on subways, buses, and trains often, so it should be simple to use and manage. You might need to manage the car seat on and off while taking your child to school or the nursery.
Suitable from birth
You'll need a pushchair twin for your entire family, regardless of whether you're expecting twins or you have a second child after having your first. Double buggies tend to be slightly heavier, bulkier and cost more than single strollers. However, they can also be easier to manoeuvre in narrower entrances or around obstacles like curbs. Many double buggies work with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an accessory). This allows you to transport three children simultaneously.
Tandem pushchairs seat one child in front of the other, so they're generally a better option for families with two children who are close enough in age to get along well together. They're not foolproof. Siblings seated side-by-side may punch or kick each other, and children of different heights can fight over who sits higher. This issue can be addressed by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat in the back. Your child's older isn't seated at the lower part of the car, and won't get much of an opportunity to see.
The iCandy Wave is a great option for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit both a newborn in a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It has a clever frame which increases in size when you add the second child seat. It folds flat for compact storage. The cushioned straps, buckles, and seats are all of the highest quality we have encountered in any of our tests. The seats can be reclined independently and the canopies are big and spacious with UPF 50+ protection as well as windows that peek out.
The only downside to the iCandy tandem is that it is a bit expensive. However, a quality tandem will last for years and retain a high resale price, so in the end you'll probably recoup a portion of the cost. It also doesn't offer the same selection of seating options as some of our other top picks however the iCandy is a good choice for families who don't wish to shell out a lot of money.