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Three-wheel buggies look stylish and sleek, with great maneuverability. A lot of them come with a fabric sling seat with a cosy lie flat bed and perfect weight distribution, ideal from birth.

The wheels are larger and, in many cases, come with suspension for agile smooth movements on various terrains. The only downside is that they may be heavier and bulkier to store & transport.

Stability

Three-wheel buggies provide a lot of stability. They don't tip over as easily when moving straight. You can also maneuver them more quickly. If you turn or stop abruptly, they may lose stability and tip over. This is why certain manufacturers add an additional wheel to their 3 wheel stroller with car seat wheel buggy designs in order to improve the stability of the chassis.

You can also tackle off-road terrain with the extra wheel. Be sure to look for models with air-filled tyres (also known as pneumatic tyres) as these can cope with off-road trails and other surfaces like sand, mud and rock. They'll also usually have an adjustable front wheel that locks to add stability over really rough ground.

The buggies are simple to maneuver and agile with 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, then they tend to be set lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby's centre of gravity is closer to the ground which means a smoother ride and a less noticeable kerb pop (you don't need to apply as much pressure or exertion to get the buggy over and up the curb).

Maxi-Cosi is most well-known for its car seats however, it has recently expanded its product range with the Citylife compact travel system and pushchair. This 3-in-1 model is designed for urban living and is suitable from birth with a newborn carrycot or infant car seat. It comes with four wheels and an unique pewter-black frame that the brand calls'slim' and compact. It's just 2cm wider than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a lot of 3 wheel buggies which can be folded in a compact way to can be tucked away in smaller spaces. Many of them can be folded using just one hand, and are easy to wipe down. The smallest models will feature a simple handlebar height adjustment, while others could have an adjustable suspension and an extendable 50+ UV canopy. They may also have a large, spacious basket and a brake lever that is quick-release.

The most reliable 3 wheel buggy to tackle rough terrain

A 3-wheel buggy will usually be more able to deal with off-road terrain than one with four wheels, however both can be stuck in difficult places. But, picking a model that has larger wheels both front and back will help. This allows you to push them over rough terrain and can aid in getting up and down steep curbs.

The brand new Roma Atlas has been praised by many for its astonishing agility despite its 3-wheeled design. MFM reviewer Kath used it with her infant and 3-year-old son and reported that "it is very well-handled over bumpy pavements, cobbles dirt roads and gravel tracks, as well as on some hills."

Stella, the new all-terrain 3-wheel buggy by Maxi-Cosi is a great alternative. It's suitable from birth when used in conjunction with the carrycot. It's slightly larger than the lighter 4wheelers (with a surprisingly slim frame of 54cm wide) but has big air-filled tyres, three recline positions and a fast one-hand fold.

Its primary selling point is its modularity it's compatible with all of the car seats for infants from the brand and strollers. This means you can create your ideal travel system for your day-to-day or longer walks using the chassis as a starting point.

Tyres

The tyres on 3 wheel buggies come in a variety of designs and materials, and each comes with its pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres provide a comfortable performance and a smooth ride, whereas foam-filled tyres last longer. The type you choose will depend on your lifestyle and the location you live in.

For example, if you plan to travel often on rough or muddy terrain, you may think about an all-wheeler with more durable tires. Think about the type of suspension you require. A strong suspension is ideal for handling bumps and humps, however it can be heavy and add to the overall weight of your pushchair.

The size of the tyre is crucial. Understanding the size of the tyre is crucial for safety, performance, and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on the sidewalls of tyres can seem initially, but decoding it will allow you to comprehend the dimensions of the tyre. A tyre having a size of 185/70 R14, for example indicates that it is a radial tire that has a size of the 185/70 size with a 14-inch rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber ones. If you are unsure if the tires of a pushchair are rubber or PU, slide the tires across a smooth surface. If the tires slide easily, they are made of PU. If they don't then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a three-wheel buggy can make it more comfortable for your child as it absorbs any knocks or bumps that occur from rough terrain. Large wheels that are air-filled and are able to be locked to provide stability when jogging are also important. This will allow your buggy to navigate off-road surfaces with ease.

There are many choices for buggy styles that will suit any budget and lifestyle. For instance, the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility in a 3-wheel buggies. With an engineering and geometry that is perfect, their fabrics sling seat is tucked away inside the frame as opposed to on top like modular seats, offering the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the right height to ensure optimal weight distribution to easily tackle kerb pops.

Another option worth considering is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule that has a sleek design with large highly manoeuvrable front wheel, a great suspension and a simple handbrake that twists. MFM reviewer Kath took this buggy to the test by taking it on a walk through rough ground and found that it was able to handle the terrain well saying that it 'navigates easily over grass, bumpy pavements, cobbles dirt tracks, and makes light work of climbing and descending kerbs'.

The Roma Atlas is another popular off road option and like the Urban Glide 2, comes in a variety of colors to match your style. It also has an adjustable handlebar, a large basket and an ultraviolet hood that is 50+. You can also choose from a variety of infant car seats that convert the buggy to a pram. This includes the stylishly designed Carrycot Plus(tm), which is a comfortable lie-flat mattress for babies and infants up to 12 month old.

Safety

Four wheels make a buggy more stable, less likely for it to tip over and easier to maneuver. It can also be more secure for your child as their weight is distributed more evenly over the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheeled buggy has lower center of gravity, making it easier to pop over curbs and walk up. The seat made of fabric is within the frame, not on top of it like modular seats do, which results in a lower seating position and a lighter buggy that is more easily manoeuvred.

If you're planning to run with your child, a 4-wheeler is the best 3 wheel stroller with car seat option. It comes with a suspension system that allows the front wheel of the buggie to move independently from the rear. This allows you to take on rough terrain or bumpy roads. However, not all four-wheel buggies can be used for running. The exception is Mountain Buggies which have a specially-designed suspension system that has been tested by an independent party on all terrains.