3 Wheel Double Buggy
A great option for parents who wish to take their kids off-road, the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain baby stroller. It is equipped with a powerful suspension and big wheels that are puncture-proof.
Our test participant Claire was impressed by the clean packaging that was easy to open and deemed it to be to be one of the quickest and easiest pieces of baby equipment to put together. She tried it on some rough terrain and was impressed by its performance.
Seats
The majority of triple buggies start life as single pushchairs, but some models can be converted to accommodate a second seat or carrycot with adapters (these are more commonly found in tandem buggies). Some models allow you to add an extra board to older kids who are ready to walk, but still require assistance.
For a lightweight alternative that's ideal for city streets, take a look at the Joie Evalite Duo. It's easy to maneuver, and it has an enormous basket that has plenty of storage. It can be used for twins beginning at birth and can accommodate two car seats, or a carrycot with a seat. However, the seats have to be facing forwards, and there's no space for a shopping bag underneath, so you'll need a sidepack to do that.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be a good option for you If you like off-road driving. It's a side-by- tandem with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy on the market. It's much easier to get through narrow doors, on public transport and to climb over and up kerbs. It also has a handbrake on the adjustable handlebar for extra security and safety.
The UPPAbaby vista 2 double is another lightweight option that is suitable for twins or a toddler and a baby. The seats come with multi-position recline and UPF 50+ sunshades, and the canopy can be adjusted to keep the sun out of your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can even be transformed into a triple with the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board for mobile older children.
The iCandy Orange double buggies are one of the most popular available. This is due to their superb comfort. It is a true all-terrain vehicle, with soft suspension to make light work of bumpy surfaces. It can accommodate up to 30 seating configurations and has a built-in ride-on for older children who prefer to walk, and a 'cinema seating' mode which raises the back seat to allow for better visibility.
The phil&teds dot is a fantastic single buggy from day 1 that is able to easily be adapted to take 2 (or 3!) Multiple configurations are possible. This is especially useful when you have a child in a car seat, since the frame can be fitted with a wedgie for optimum lying flat, or car seat adapters to various brands.
Suspension
The quality of the suspension on a triple buggy is vital to how it is easy for you and your baby to push. It is important to have a smooth ride, because babies can feel every bump on the road. This is especially the case if you're driving on rough terrain, such as grass or roads that aren't paved. Certain models come with locking front tires to aid in maneuvering and navigating obstacles like curbs.
Some models come with air-filled tyres, which provide a fantastic all-terrain experience, but they can be susceptible to punctures, therefore, make sure you have spares in the trunk. Other models use gel or foam tyres, which are designed to take the bumps and can be less susceptible to punctures, however, you might find them a little stiff and uncomfortable for your child's back should you choose to jog.
The side-by-side buggy is the ideal buggy for city walks. It comes with a superb suspension system that allows you to effortlessly and comfortably traverse any terrain. Upgrade the duet to our dual kit and you can take two children in the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath took the Urban Glide 2 through its tests with her infant and three years old, and found that it performed admirably on tricky terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over grass and bumpy pavements cobbles, dirt tracks and cobbles with ease and was easy to manoeuvre around corners and get up and down kerbs. The 16" rear wheels, when combined with the lockable swivel wheel on the front, make it a very comfortable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 has a number of features, like a large seat unit with a padded cover and hood that offers 50+ UV protection, and easy-to-use and rechargeable lights.
Folding
A three-wheel double buggy could be folded up easily for storage. There are models that fold flat and stand up (as as if they were the form of a pushchair) and those that open to reveal a more umbrella-like folding that has a hand-operated break. The more wheels the buggy is equipped with, in general the more easy it will be to maneuver over rough terrain. This is especially true when the wheels are larger than average - this will provide you with more stability and reduce the chance that your children will tip or flip over.
The iCandy Wave is a popular choice. It can be used in conjunction with an infant car seat from birth, and later converted into a double buggy side-byside after your child has reached the age of. It's a lightweight option that is simple to push. It also comes with a bumper bar as well as a rain cover.
Push Chairs And Prams is the phil&teds sport, which is future proof because it's a fantastic single buggy from day dot and can be adapted to accommodate 2 (or even three!) All of this fits into its small footprint. It features a clever design of three wheels with a sling for greater maneuverability and stability.
If you want to jog with your kids, this is the best double buggie for jogging because it has a lockable swivel front wheel that helps you remain in control when you're on off-road or hilly tracks. It also has a spacious undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar, and a soft suspension to ensure an enjoyable ride.
It's a lightweight and compact model that folds in one hand and is ideal for travel. It's compatible with a broad range of infant car seats, and comes with an easy-to-pull-out undercarriage bag that can be used to store shopping. It is a bit expensive, but it has several notable features, like its one-click folding and many extras, like a bumper bar or raincover.
Storage
Many people are amazed by the storage capacity of a triple-wheeled buggy. Some models, such as the Roma Atlas, have a large basket as well as two zip pockets on the hood that you can keep your keys and phone. It's also designed for dealing with rough terrain, so it's a great choice for family walks and all-terrain walks.
Other models like the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space and the flexibility to carry twins or a toddler and a baby (it uses their 'PiggyBack' board allow this to be done). It's the smallest side-by-side double available. It also comes with impressive technology, including LED lights for visibility that are placed on each side of its frame to ensure safety in low-light situations.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a stroller that is light enough to accommodate twins from birth and is a world-facing stroller with a lie-flat reclining position, is something different. The frame's clever design expands to allow for an additional seat, yet it weighs just 11kg. This makes it simple to move and lift. It can also take a car seat or carrycot, so you can get the best of both worlds. it future proofs your wallet since you don't need to buy a new buggy immediately.