Compact Double Buggy The Process Isn't As Hard As You Think
What to Look For in a Compact Double Buggy
Kerry says this side-byside is slim enough to get through most doorways and can take two car seats or carrycots. It has a self-standing fold and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.
The canopies are also easy to lift and move up and down the stairs. The canopies are large and have peekaboo windows.
Size
A large shopping basket as well as rear and front suspension are key features to look out for in a double buggy. You may want to look at whether it is an e-travel system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot is possible to add. These are crucial considerations when you have to take your children on public transport, or on long trips.
Consider the Leclerc Kooper X2 if you are looking for a compact, double buggy you can use right from the time you are born. This model is a side by side buggy with a frame that can expand widthways in order to accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined or positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and take a nap while the other one is watching the surrounding. You will get a huge UPF 50+ canopy with an open window.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent option for twins. It is the tiniest twin pushchair that is available on the market. It measures just 63cm wide and should fit through the majority of doors. It can also accommodate two car seats or one carrycot. It also has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies that feature the children sitting in a row, are a popular choice for twins, or parents of a baby and toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.
The iCandy Orange is a popular tandem buggy that has been designed to grow with your family. It comes with 30 different seating options. The iCandy Orange tandem buggy can be used for twins, a child and a toddler or even three children when you add the iCandy PiggyBack board (available separately). It has soft suspension that allows for easy work of kerbs. It can be utilized in double or mono mode. You can attach a single stroller on top for additional storage.
Weight
A quality double buggy must be light and easy to push. It should also come with nice-sized shopping baskets, a rear and front suspension to make it easier to get around rough terrains and, in the ideal case it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age.
double umbrella stroller have frames that are specifically designed to accommodate infant car seats and come with adaptors branded to match the popular models from Cybex, BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. These are a great option for parents of children with medical issues and would prefer not having to use separate strollers.
However, they do tend to have a larger footprint than side-by-side buggies, and can be harder to fit through doors and public transportation. Look over the product's specifications for alternatives if this is important to you and your family.
Mountain Buggy Duet is the most compact double stroller on the market. It's the slimmest side-by-side available, measuring only 63cm in width. It is able to carry twins, or a baby and a toddler. It is built to last with a sturdy design and superior functionality and large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains, but also happy to go about the city.
The UPPAbaby Vista 2 is another great option. It can accommodate twins, a baby and a toddler or two children with piggyback boards (which is required to be purchased separately). It is equipped with a carry strap that is self-standing and can folds to make it simple to move around. It also comes with front and back suspension to help you deal with rough terrain. It's heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo, but lighter than the majority of trifold buggies. This is a great choice for older children.
Folding
A good double stroller needs to be slimline to store, and a ideal choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This model is a side-byside and has a smooth fold. The frame expands when you fold it, making it more compact than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to get around doorways and on public transport, while it also means that you don't require an additional car to push the buggy around.
It's an excellent option for parents of twins because it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can accommodate an additional child on the 'piggyback board that is part of the buggy. It also comes with a wide range of configurations including elevated stadium-style seats to give both children the view of their surroundings. There's even a handbrake on the handlebar that can be adjusted which makes it easier to push up and down hills.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another excellent alternative. It has the smallest footprint side-byside available with a footprint of 63cm. It is ideal for parents who worry about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can be used for twins, a toddler and one or two children who are the same age. Each seat can recline independently, ensuring that the children are able to sit comfortably.
Another option is the iCandy Peach, which can be used in tandem or mono mode and can take 2 car seat/seats or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a bit longer than other doubles, but it has excellent manoeuvrability, particularly on smooth surfaces and is an excellent option for those who want a stylish but practical buggy.
If you're on a tight budget there are plenty budget double buggies, such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a small side-by-side that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot as well as the toddler in a seat, or three kids if you include the pizazz-branded PiggyBack ride-on board. It has an auto-standing fold, a canopy that offers protection for children and a peekaboo feature. It is also relatively lightweight for a double stroller and features a large undercarriage storage basket for storing shopping.
