Ask Me Anything: 10 Responses To Your Questions About Double Travel Buggy What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-by-side double that has a compact footprint (for narrow doorways and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to increase the size of the frame for kids up to 50 pounds per seat.

Budget double with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars, and large storage basket.

Size

In general double pushchairs are larger than single models - especially when they're side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good thing is that this extra width enables them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

In terms of price tags these kinds of lightweight, side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The lighter the double buggy the lighter it is, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. twin pushchair is a good choice if you need to be mindful of weight. It's the lightest in our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including nice-sized pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and peekaboo windows and a quick-release fold that folds flat in just a few minutes; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and an adjustable front wheel that makes navigating tight aisles of supermarkets and shops simple. It's priced at just over $1000 It's also a great value stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for navigating narrow spaces, while side by side models will keep your children well-cared for and allow you to keep an eye on them while you travel around the supermarket or park. A lot of buggies come with a variety seats so that you can alter them as your child develops. Some allow you to add the option of a car seat or ride-on board.

The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can be used to hold two seats, or a car seat. The adaptors make it easy to convert a single seat to a double in merely seconds. It also comes with a spacious pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade and adjustable leg rests, as well as peekaboo windows on both seats and the standing fold is quick and easy to do with one hand; and a premium suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors while they are able to accommodate twins or a baby and even a large child thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board (which you buy separately). They offer a generous basket and come with all the accessories you may require, such as rain covers and liners.

Tandem buggies are generally designed with your children sitting together. This can make them easier and more stable to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be a challenge to maneuver over and up kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit too long for getting through doors.


Comfort

This is one of the most comfortable and lightweight doubles we've test. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, so your children can take in the view. It also has a large UPF 50+ canopy with the peek-a-boo window, and a cushioned toddler seat that includes an RumbleSeat with built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as an integrated cup holder for a single parent. The seats recline independently by pressing a lever underneath each seat. Testers love the fact that the straps can be secured and unfastened in 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.

With 30 different configurations (it'll carry twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids with the addition of a 'PiggyBack' board) This is a great choice for families who want to be able to grow with their child. The spacious basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as well as for use in cities. It's also very well priced. BabyGearLab recommends this product for children up to the age of six.