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3 Wheel Buggies

3 wheel stroller reversible seat wheel buggies offer superb maneuverability, and are a stylish, streamlined frame. A lot of them have an upholstered sling that has a cosy lay flat bed, which is ideal for weight distribution, and are perfect from birth.

The wheels are larger and often include suspension to allow for smooth movements on various terrains. The only downside to these wheels is that they tend to be more bulky and heavy to transport and store.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are remarkably solid - they don't fall over as easily as four-wheeled pushchairs when going in a straight line, and you'll notice that you can manoeuvre them much more quickly and effortlessly. If you stop or turn abruptly, they can lose stability and tip over. This is why certain manufacturers add an extra wheel to their 3 wheel buggy designs to improve the stability of the chassis.

You can also take on off-road terrain by adding an extra wheel. Choose models with air-filled tires (also known as pneumatic tyres), which can handle off-road trails, sand, dirt, as well as other surfaces like rock and sand. They'll also include a lockable front wheel to provide stability on rough ground.

The buggies are easy to maneuver and agile thanks to the 360o front swivel wheel. They also meet the same stability standards worldwide and tests as buggies with four wheels.

If you're looking for a cloth sling seat, these tend to be placed lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby's centre of gravity is closer to the floor - instantly delivering a smoother ride and less kerb pop (you don't have to exert as much pressure or effort to lift the buggy up and over the curb).

Best known for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added a light pushchair and travel system to its range with the eye-catching Citylife. This 3-in-1 is ideal for urban living, and comes with a baby car seat or carrycot. It has four wheels and a unique pewter-black aluminium frame that is described by the brand as'slim' and compact. It's just 2cm wider than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a lot of three wheel buggies that can be folded in a compact way to fit into smaller spaces. A majority of these buggies are able to be folded in one hand and are easy to clean. The smallest models will have a simple height adjustment for the handlebar, whereas others could have an adjustable suspension as well as an extended 50+ UV canopy. Some models could have large baskets and brake levers that are quick-release.

The most efficient 3 wheel stroller wheel buggy for tackling rough terrain

A 3 wheel pushchair cheap-wheeler is likely to be more adept at dealing with off-road terrain than a 4-wheel model, although both can be stuck in difficult places. However, choosing a model that has larger wheels both front and back can help. This allows them to push over uneven ground and will often help with getting up and down high kerbs.

One option is the latest Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its quick handling, despite its 3-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tested it with her infant and said that "it was very well-handled on bumpy surfaces, cobbles, dirt roads, gravel tracks, and a few hills."

Another great option is the latest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy from Maxi-Cosi's car seat brand named Stella. It's suitable from birth when used with the carrycot. It's a smaller than the light 4wheelers (with an impressively slim frame of 54cm wide) however it has large, air-filled tyres, 3 recline positions, and a swift one-hand fold.

Its primary selling point is its modularity - it's compatible across all the brand's infant strollers and car seats. This means you can create your ideal travel system for your day-to-day or longer walks, using only the chassis as a base.

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel buggies are available in a variety of styles and types of materials. Each comes with its own pros and cons. Air-filled tyres, for example provide an easy ride and excellent manoeuvrability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you pick will depend on your needs and where you live.

If you intend to travel on unpaved roads or on rough terrain frequently, you might want to consider a three-wheeler with more robust tyres. You should also think about the type of suspension you require. Suspensions that are strong are ideal for tackling bumps and humps but they can also be heavy, adding to the overall weight.

Another aspect to be considered is the size of the tyre. Knowing how to understand tyre sizing is vital for maintaining safety as well as performance and durability. The combination of letters and numbers on the tyre's sidewall might seem confusing until you get the hang of it, you can understand the dimensions of the tyre. For instance, a tyre's size of "185/70 R14' means that the tire is a 185/70 radial that has a 14 inch rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are also lighter and more puncture resistant than rubber ones. If you're not sure if the pushchair you are using has rubber or PU tires, try sliding the tires over a smooth and tied surface. If the tires slide easily they are made of PU. If not, they are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension on a three wheel buggy is an essential aspect to consider as it absorbs the jolts and bumps of rough terrain, making it much more comfortable for your baby. Having large wheels, which are filled with air and are lockable to ensure stability while jogging is also important as this will ensure that your buggy will be capable of maneuvering off road surfaces with ease.

There are many options for buggy styles that will suit any budget and lifestyle. The Mountain Buggy, for example was the first to introduce all-terrain agility in three-wheel buggie. With an engineering and geometry that is perfect their fabric sling seat rests comfortably inside the frame as opposed to on top like modular seats, providing an lower center of gravity and sitting at the perfect height to ensure optimal weight distribution that allows it to easily handle the kerb pops.

Another option that is worth considering is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule which boasts a sleek design with a massive, manoeuvrable front wheel, excellent suspension and a simple handbrake with a twist. MFM reviewer Kath put this buggy to the test by taking it for a walk through rough ground and she found that it was able to handle the terrain well saying that it 'navigates effortlessly over bumpy grass, pavements, cobbles, dirt tracks and even makes light work of climbing and descending kerbs'.

The Roma Atlas, like the Urban Glide 2 is a popular off-road choice. It is available in a variety of colors that will match your style. It also comes with an adjustable handlebar, a large basket, and a 50+ UV hood. You can also pick from a variety of infant car seats that transform the buggy into pram. This includes the stylishly designed Carrycot Plus(tm) which is a comfortable lie-flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns until 12 months old.

Safety

The presence of four wheels makes a buggy much more stable, less likely to tip and easier to handle. It also makes it safer for your child because the weight of their body is evenly dispersed across the frame.

A four-wheeled buggy has a lower center of gravity, which makes it easier to climb over curbs and climb up. The sling seat is affixed inside the frame rather than over it as modular seats do, which results in a lower seating position and a comparatively lighter buggy that is easily manoeuvred.

If you're planning to run with your child, then a 4-wheeler is the best 3 wheel travel system option. It has a suspension system that allows the front wheel to be independent from the rear facing 3 wheel stroller one. This allows you to tackle rough terrains or bumpy roads. However, not all four wheel buggies are able to be used for running. Mountain Buggies are the exception, as they have a specially-designed suspension system that's been independently tested across all kinds of terrain.