자유게시판

Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

If you have twins or children very close in age, a tandem double to single buggy buggy is a great choice. They're smaller than side-by-side buggies, and ideal for maneuvering narrow spaces like doorways, on public transport and on rough terrain.

Many also transform into travel systems that include two carrycots or car seats. However, they are heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and might feel less stable when as they bump up the kerbs.

Convertible

There are a variety of options for adding a second seating or making a single stroller a double. The UPPAbaby is a large, beautiful stroller. It is easily changed from a single to a dual by adding an Rumble seat. It is more expensive and less maneuverable since the second seat is placed behind the first seat. The Nuna Demi Grow is a comparable model with great seating versatility but lacks under-seat storage when used in doubles mode.

Other options include all-terrain twin umbrella stroller buggies, as well as fixed-wheel joggers which can be used to accommodate two children. These are more expensive, but they are made for long trips on rough terrain, and come with more expensive resales.

Reclining the seat independently

If you need a double buggy that can transport children of different ages then you're going to want one that has recline independent for both seats. This allows your older child to rest while the baby is in a bassinet, and reverse.

It is also important to consider the width of the pushchair, as this will affect how easy it is to get through doors and on public transport. If you have narrow doors, it could be a good idea to consider a side-byside pushchair such as the Mountain Buggy Duet which has the benefit of having a footprint comparable to a single buggy, however, it is able to use two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are generally longer than side by side models, making them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However, they can accommodate more combinations of seats/carrycots/car seats and are the perfect choice for twins and siblings of various age groups. They also tend to be more expensive than single-to double buggies, but are worth the purchase if you plan to keep it for years and will have a decent amount of resale value if you decide to sell it when your children have grown out of it.

Another important feature to look for is if the backs of the seats can recline independently of one another as this will let you put your child in the ideal position for napping or observation. This is particularly important if you have a younger child in the rear seat who may want to lie back and sleep while the older child would prefer to sit and observe their surroundings.

Certain brands come with an exclusive seat design that allows the back seat to completely recline into an almost flat position that is perfect for infants. For example, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline the included toddler seat as well as the optional RumbleSeat into various positions so that your children have a a choice of where to sit as well as providing an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that can be seen from afar.

Larger than twin buggies

You don't need to have twins to benefit from a bigger double buggy. They're great for siblings of different age groups. They allow you to move around without worrying about your children touching each other. They're usually a more spacious with one seat positioned behind the other. The seats can be reclined fully for babies or placed in an upright position for toddlers.

A popular option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which is the tiniest side-by-side model on the market and has an identical footprint to one buggy. It also has an adjustable handle, which makes it easier for parents of various heights to push and a handbrake, which can be useful when you have to climb difficult hills. It is suitable to use from birth and can be paired with a range of car seats and carrycots.

Another option is the iCandy Wave, which has a simple one-click to fold and can be used in duo or mono mode. Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and can be used with two carrycots or car seats which makes it an ideal choice for older siblings who want to sit together and share the view. It's a bit longer than other models but still feels easy to steer and has soft suspension to tackle kerbs.

There are also a variety of 3-wheeler inline tandems that are available - check out Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for example - which offer stability and swift steering. They are often folded into a single buggy if you have limited space at home, or need to transport it from your car to the bus station.

Be aware that a double-wide buggy will be heavier and bulkier than one best compact double stroller buggy. Make sure you know what you want before you buy. It is likely to be used on buses, trains and subways often, so it must be easy to use and manage. You might need to manage the car seat on and off while taking your child to school or the nursery.

From birth, you are an ideal candidate

You'll need a pushchair for your entire family regardless of whether you're expecting twins or you have a second child after having your first. double buggy with car seat buggies are typically heavier and bulkier, as well as more expensive than single strollers. However they are also more maneuverable in narrower doors, or around obstacles like curbs. They are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or as an additional accessory purchase) so you can transport three children at the same time.

Tandem pushchairs put one child in front of the other. They're a great choice if your children are of similar ages and get along well. They're not completely safe. Siblings who are sitting side-by-side could punch or kick each other, and children of different heights may 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 will not be sitting at the lower part of the car, and won't have much of an eye.

The iCandy Wave is a great choice for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit a newborn into a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It has an intelligent frame that can be expanded in size when you add the second child seat. It can also fold flat for compact storage. The cushioned seats are comfortable, the straps are easy to secure and the buckles some of the most compact double stroller impressive we've seen in any of our tests. The seats can be reclined independently and the canopies are big and spacious with UPF 50+ protection and peekaboo windows.

The only drawback to the iCandy is that it's on the expensive side however, a good tandem will last a long time and will retain its resale value. So you'll likely recoup some of the cost in the end. It doesn't have the same selection of seating configurations as some of our other top picks however, the iCandy is a good choice for families that don't want to spend a lot.