Buying a Double Buggy 3 Wheels
This versatile buggy can be used as a double or single. It comes with 17 different configurations that can accommodate children from newborns to toddlers, and even a third when using iCandy's 'piggyback' boards. It's also among the slimmest side-by-sides and fits through doorways just like a single pushchair.
It's a compact and light stroller, with an easy fold that can be accomplished one-handed. It's also ideal for a variety of terrains and comes with a handy shopping basket.
Adaptability
There are many things to take into consideration when purchasing a double stroller. You'll want to make sure your children are comfortable, safe and happy as you discover new routes and sights. It is important to consider the cost and size, weight and the durability. Selecting a reputable brand (within the budget) will boost resales and make purchasing easier.
There are two types of double buggies with 3 wheels, depending on how many children you'll be carrying: side by side and front-facing. The side-by-side buggies tend to be slimmer but have a larger area than front-facing models. Mountain Buggy Duet is one of the smartest models available on the market. It is the slimmest side-byside buggy on the market and can fit into doorways that are narrow!
Tandem buggies are usually larger. 3 wheeled pushchair begin as a single stroller but can be adjusted with adapters to accommodate a second seat or carrycot. Some tandem buggies can accommodate twins, toddlers and a baby, or a child with a newborn because of their clever seat layouts. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 can be transformed into a triple by incorporating the optional "Piggy Back Board".
The iCandy Orange is another super-smart tandem buggy with an exclusive 'cinema seating' design that allows the rear seat to be raised or lowered to different positions so you can change how your children are seated. It offers a choice of 30 seating arrangements and is perfect for parents who have young children at very different stages in development.
The phil&teds sports is also a excellent alternative. This multi-award winning buggy is the first of its kind that will protect your wallet in the future. It is initially a brilliant single and can be modified to accommodate two (or three!) As your family expands, you'll be able to make use of the same footprint of one buggy. The sling seat is the key to this. It's ideal for newborns, and provides superior stability, maneuverability and kerb-pop.
Manoeuvrability
Generally speaking Double buggy 3 wheels are much easier to maneuver and control than double pushchairs that have 4 wheels. This is because the front wheels are smaller, making them less wide and resulting in less weight on them. They are easier to push and are also easier to move around kerbs.
Mountain Buggy Duet is a excellent illustration. It is the thinnest tandem stroller available and has the same footprint as a single stroller. This makes it perfect for parents who are worried about fitting in doorways or even on public transport. It can be used as early as birth, since it can be used to accommodate twins or two carrycots/car seats.
UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another alternative. This is a great lightweight buggy that is ideal for city life, but also able to ride on rough or uneven terrain. It is suitable for twins or a baby toddler due to its four-wheel suspension and big rear wheels. Its light frame makes it easy to lift and carry. The only issue is that it's slightly harder to maneuver than other models when walking on uneven ground.
Comfort
If you're planning to use your buggy for long jogs or walks it's worth spending more for one that is able to take on rough terrain. Choose a model with three wheels with large rear wheels that are able to take the bumps, and a suspension system to absorb shocks. The front wheels should be fixed to give you more control on tricky terrain and allow you to easily push around corners.
Double buggys that are suitable for two children will give you to adjust the seats so that both children can be comfortable. The best choices have reclining seats and adjustable footrests for children older than. They'll also have plenty of storage space for shopping, car keys, and phones.
A smooth fold mechanism is another thing to look out for. Our Lab experts prefer models with straps under the seats to pull the buggy apart or a lever that releases a catch and folds the frame in a matter of minutes. Certain models can be folded with the seats removed, which makes them smaller when not being used.
The Mountain Buggy Duet has won many awards and is a side-by-side with great flexibility for twins or siblings. Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate the second seat (or carrycot) and has the same footprint as a single buggy, which means it'll fit through doors and public transport. It's a bit heavier than other models but its smooth ride and easy handling make more up for it.
iCandy's Orange Convertible is another popular side-by-side with 30 seating options to meet all needs. It's a great choice for twins since the seats can be parent-facing, and can convert to an a tandem pushchair that has a seat/carrycot in the middle.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a lightweight three-wheel option that's ideal for daily use. It's not as big or more expensive than other models, but its narrow turning radius and fixed front wheel mean it's trickier to manoeuvre between kerbs. It's easy to push and can be used as a running buggy with the addition of a separate child carrier for running.
Safety
The phil&teds sports can accommodate 2 children in many ways, from infant to toddler using their car seat adapters or twin kit, and can even accommodate 3 if you use their piggyback board (which you can purchase separately for about PS120). Its dual front swivel wheels with superior maneuverability and a handy foot brake make it a particularly secure. 3 wheeler pushchair that it is on is larger than most lightweight double buggies and the canopies have peekaboo windows to improve visibility.
This award-winning side-by-side double buggy is slimmer than any other fully-featured all-terrain double available on the market. Its footprint is the same as a single buggy, so it is able to fit through doorways and on public transport. Its suspension can handle rough terrain with ease and our Lab experts are thrilled that it can be folded down to a compact size in just a few seconds. It also has a hand brake on the adjustable handlebar to provide security. The seats can be reversible which means you can decide to have the children facing forward, or the parents facing each other. This is great for twins and siblings of different ages.