Buying a Double Buggy 3 Wheels
The versatile buggy can be used as a double or single. It has 17 options to accommodate children ranging from newborns to toddlers, and even a third using iCandy’s 'piggyback' board. It's also one of the slimmest side-by sides and can be pushed through doors like a single pushchair.
It's a lightweight and compact stroller, with an easy to use fold that can be accomplished with one hand. It's also suitable for various terrains and comes with a handy shopping bag.
Adaptability
There are a lot of things to consider when buying a double stroller. You'll want to ensure that your children are safe, secure and content as you discover new routes and places. It is important to consider the cost, size, weight, and the durability. Choosing a well-known brand (within your budget of course) will help maximise the value of resales and ease the buying process later on.
There are two kinds of double buggies that have three wheels, based on how many children you'll be carrying: side-by-side and front-facing. Side-by-side buggies are smaller than front-facing designs however, they have a larger footprint. Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the most sophisticated models available on the market. This is the slimmest side-by-side buggy in the world and can fit into narrow doorways!
Tandem buggies, on other hand, are often larger. They start as a single stroller but can be adjusted with adapters to accommodate a second seat, or carrycot. Some tandem buggies are able to accommodate twins, toddlers and a baby baby due to their clever seat configurations. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 can be transformed into a triple with the addition of the optional 'Piggy Back Board'.
The iCandy Orange tandem buggy is another smart tandem buggy with unique 'cinema-seat design. It lets you adjust the rear seat so that your children can be seated in different positions. This allows you to choose from a range of 30 seating configurations and is ideal for parents with young children at very different stages in development.
Another option is the phil&teds sport. This first-of-its-kind, multi award winning buggy will help protect your pocket by starting as a fantastic single from day one and then adjusting to take two (or three!) as your family grows - all within the same footprint as one buggy! The Sling seat is the key to this. It's perfect for newborns and provides greater stability, maneuverability, and kerb-pop.
Manoeuvrability
In general, double pushchairs with 3 wheels are more comfortable for you to maneuver and control than double pushchairs with 4 wheels. This is because the front wheels are smaller, which makes them less wide, which means less weight is placed on them. They can be pushed easier and are also much more easy to maneuver up and down kerbs.
An excellent example is the Mountain Buggy Duet. It is the tiniest side-by-side buggy on the market and has a footprint the same as a single buggy. It is ideal for parents who are worried about fitting into doors or on public transportation. It is suitable from birth, since it can accommodate twins or two car seats/car carrycots.
Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2. It is a light buggy that is ideal for urban life and also a great choice for more uneven or rough terrain. It is suitable for twins or a baby and toddler thanks to its large rear wheels and four-wheel suspension. Its lightweight frame makes it easy to lift and carry. The only drawback is that it's a bit harder to handle on uneven ground than other models.
Comfort
If you plan to use your buggy for long walks or for jogs it's worth investing in a model that is able to be able to handle rough terrain. Find a model that has three wheels with large rear wheels that are able to take the bumps and a suspension system that absorbs shocks. The front wheels should be securing optimally to give you better control over difficult terrain, and also to enable you to get around corners.
Double buggys that are suitable for two children will allow you to adjust the seats so that both children can be comfortable. The best choices include reclining seats as well as adjustable footrests for older children. There's plenty of room to store your groceries keys, phone, and keys.
A simple fold mechanism is another feature to keep an eye out for. Our Lab experts prefer models with straps under the seats to remove the buggy from the frame or a lever that opens a catch and folds the frame within a matter of a few seconds. Some models can fold with the seat removed which makes them smaller when not in use.
The Mountain Buggy Duet has won many awards and is a side-byside with great flexibility for twins or siblings. Its clever frame can be expanded in width to accommodate the second seat or carrycot, yet still has the same footprint as a single stroller. This means that it can fit through doors and on public transportation. It's a little heavier than some other models, but its smooth ride and simple handling make more up for it.
iCandy's Orange Convertible, another popular side-byside, offers a massive 30 seating configurations that can be adapted to meet the needs of any child. It's a great option for twins since the seats can be facing parents and convert into an a tandem pushchair that has a carrycot/seat in the middle.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a lightweight three-wheel model is ideal for daily use. It's not quite as large or costly as other models, but its fixed front wheel and narrow turning radius make it difficult to maneuver between kerbs. It's simple to push and can also be used as a running buggy by the addition of a separate child carrier for running.
Safety
Phil&teds Sports can accommodate 2 children in various ways. From 3 wheeled pushchair to infant, using their car seat adapters or twin kit. They can even handle 3 kids if you purchase their piggyback boards separately (around PS120). It is particularly safe due to its dual front swivels that are swivels at the front, maneuverability, and the handy footbrake. The tray that it is on is larger than many double buggies with a lighter weight and the canopies have windows that can be opened to enhance visibility.
This award-winning side by side double buggy is slimmer than any other all-terrain model with full-featured features on the market. It has the same footprint as a single buggy so it is easy to push through doors and transported on public transport. Its suspension is able to tackle rough terrain with ease and our Lab experts love the fact that it can fold into a compact form within a matter of seconds. It also has a hand brake that is mounted on the adjustable handlebar for added safety. The seats can be reversible to allow the children facing one side or the parents facing one another which is ideal for twins and siblings.