What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double that has small footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame to accommodate children up to 50 lbs per seat.
Budget double with front and back suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.
Size
In general, double twin pushchairs are wider than single models - especially when they're side by side buggies, like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. This extra width enables them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. They also have other important features that help them stand out, including generously-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out; swivel lock front wheels that make it easier to navigate tight areas such as aisles for shopping; cup holders for one parent and double infant stroller a smart fold mechanism that can be done with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't designed for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme parks quite well.
These side-by-side buggies are light and have surprisingly low price tags.
Weight
The lighter a off road double buggy [check over here]-buggy is, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the most lightweight of our Lab tests, is a great choice if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features like a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and a peekaboo windows, a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel at the front that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles of supermarkets and stores. It's priced at just over $1000 is a very affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A well-designed double travel stroller buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or an infant and a toddler. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal to fit into narrow spaces, while side by side models keep your children accounted for and allow you to keep your eyes on them as you travel around the supermarket or park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seat configurations so you can adjust them as your child grows. Some even allow you to add a car seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can be used to support two seats, or even a car-seat. The adaptors allow you to convert one seat to a double seat in a matter of seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy sunshade that has UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is easy to do and quick.
Tri-fold buggies, such as the iCandy Peach are another versatile option. Their slim frames are perfect to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they can easily hold twins or even a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the accessories you could need, including rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children sitting side-by-side. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver up and over kerbs. They have a bigger footprint than a single seater and can be too large to fit through doors.
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've examined. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also features a large UPF 50+ canopy with a peekaboo window, an upholstered toddler seat with an additional RumbleSeat that comes with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests, as well as a cup holder for one parent. Testers love how the seats recline individually by squeezing the levers under each seat, and say that the straps are easy to secure and remove with just one hand. The handle is easy to turn and makes it easy to fold. It also stores by putting the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is a great option for families looking to grow with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins with a toddler as well as three children with an 'PiggyBack Board'. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension make it suitable on kerbs and in the city too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this to youngsters up to the age of six.