10 Quick Tips About Double Buggy

A Double Buggy Is a Must-Have For Families With Two Kids

A double buggy is essential for families with two children. It can help you navigate urban pathways and off road trails with ease whilst keeping the kids comfortable and happy.

There are a variety of factors to think about when choosing a double buggy. Make sure it fits through the car boot and your doorway when folded.

Lightweight

It's exciting to bring another child into the family but there are a number of practical considerations. The addition of a new child to the family will require rearranging living spaces, rethinking vehicle seats, and investing in a double buggy.

Whether you're shopping for twins or just want something narrow, there are lots of options available that are available. Our lab experts recommend the iCandy Peach, which comes with a set of accessories that other brands cost extra for. It can fold up very well to take up little space in your boot. It is easy to maneuver and rolls well, as per testers. However, it may be a bit long when you're using it in double mode.

Side-by-side buggies are great for keeping your children together but they tend to be wider than a single buggy, which makes them difficult to navigate through kerbs. Mountain Buggy Duet Luxury, with its 63cm wide, is the tiniest available available. This makes it easy to fit through doors and on public transport. It's compatible with many car seats, and it can expand with your family. It can be used as a mono or tandem buggy after your children are old enough to sit together.

The suspension is ideal for rough surfaces, and its adjustable height handle makes steering simple. It's an excellent choice for older children, since it has a seat that's elevated stadium style to give them an even better view of the action. It's not quite as light as other models, but it's still a great option.

You'll be pushing your double buggy often so it's important to choose a model that feels comfortable to push. Choose a handle that is well-padded and shaped to match your height, and a spacious basket with many compartments and pockets. When you're not using your buggy, it's worth checking how easily it folds up and put away.

Easy to Manoeuvre

There are some fantastic new double buggies available that make getting out and about with two kids much easier. For example the iCandy Orange is an all-in-one option that can carry twins (or one toddler and a baby) with both seats/carrycots facing forward or backward and even a third seat using the 'piggyback' board (sold separately). Its sleek frame, light frame, swivel wheels, and suspension allow it to be easily moved in the city and over rougher terrain.

The Joie Evalite Duo is another side-by-side model that is extremely light and has a compact footprint. They can be easily moved around with the seats on. However, they require some more strength to push over kerbs and are more difficult to maneuver on uneven surfaces. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another excellent option as it can take both seats/carrycots in tandem mode but can also be used as a single buggy thanks to its clever frame that can be expanded widthways, and an adjustable height handle, making it easy to steer with only one hand.

If you're planning to travel by public transport a lot, consider whether you'll need a double buggy with big wheels since they tend to cope better with uneven or rough surfaces. Similarly, check the ease with which you can fold and unfold the buggy, as well as how wide it is when folded to see if your boot will be enough to hold it. If you live in a small town or village with narrow roads, you should consider a tandem double buggy where the child sits behind the other instead of next to them, as this will make it easier to navigate tight spaces.

A lot of storage

Double buggies aren't required for every family, but they can help with outings for families with infants and toddlers. If you're looking for a light model that's easy to steer, check out the range of double buggies that are side-by-side. These offer lots of space under in the form of a large basket, as well as additional side and rear pockets for all the baby necessities. A lot of models come with handles that can be adjusted to accommodate parents of different heights. They can also fold to a compact size making them ideal for small areas or in the boot.

If you want a more robust double buggy, consider one of the all-terrain models. They are usually twins and can be more difficult to manoeuvre but they're often equipped with a reclining seat designed for newborns and older infants, and are a great option for outdoor enthusiasts and active families. Some permit you to convert the buggy into a Jogger, which makes them perfect for exercise and running.

A lot of the top double buggies can accommodate many different combinations of car seats, carrycots and seats. They are an excellent choice for families with twins, or siblings of similar ages. However, it's essential to verify the specifications of any model you're interested in.

There are two kinds of amazon double stroller buggy which are tandem and twin. In tandem the seat is placed behind the other. The primary benefit of twin buggy is that your children can interact, rather than having to take turns or fight over who gets the best spot. Twin buggy can be larger and make it more difficult to navigate through aisles and doors at the supermarket.

Tandem buggies tend to be a little shorter than single buggies, but are still longer. They're also less stable when going up kerbs and might require dismantling in order to fit into your car boot. Reclining the seat independently is now a common feature on a lot of double buggies. So, make sure that your chosen model will let you adjust each child's seat to the position that they are most comfortable in.

Comfort

A good double buggy should give both parents and children plenty of comfort. Check for padding on the straps, how much recline each seat can do and if the seats are adjustable independently so you can adapt them as your children develop. Check the weight limits too and if they have a sun canopy as well as a hood to protect them from wind and rain.

Consider using a baby carrier as an alternative to a double stroller double. They can be used for toddlers who want to walk but need a ride on board and they're also great for infants and newborns. Some carriers can be used in conjunction with a car seat for even greater flexibility.

Some parents feel that a side by side cheap double pushchair buggy is the most practical option. However there are some new models on the market, like the Mountain Buggy Duet Luxurious in herringbone. It is the tiniest double buggy side by side on the market.

The Wave tandem double stroller buggies from Mamas & Papas are another smart choice. They come with more configuration options than other tandem buggies. It's initially a mono pushchair and then you can add an additional seat or carrycot (and sometimes a third one) to the frame using adaptors, giving you the option of a variety of seating options. It is easy to steer, has a great suspension and Lab experts were impressed by how easy it was to fold. You just pull up on the two straps (one underneath each seat) and you can collapse the entire thing in just a few just a few seconds.

Double buggys are a good investment that will last for years. They also offer a reasonable resales price. When comparing prices, remember that it's best to purchase an established brand as this will help you to secure extra accessories and upgrades in the future. For example, some of our top-rated double buggies come with an easy Changing Bag and Carrier included in the cost. This is an essential accessory that'll save you time and hassle on the day you need to travel with your babies.