3 Wheel Double Buggy
A great option for parents who want to explore off-road the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain pram. It has a suspension that is impressive, as well as large wheels that are puncture proof.
Claire who was our test subject was impressed with the packaging. It was easy to open and clean. She found it to be one of the most simple and quick pieces of baby equipment to put together. She tested it on some rough terrain and was impressed with its performance.
Seats
The majority of triple buggies start as single pushchairs. However, some models can be modified to accept an additional seat by using adapters. Certain models let you add an additional board for older children who are able to walk, but still need some help.
For a light-weight alternative that's ideal for city streets, check out the Joie Evalite Duo. It's easy to move and has a large basket that is full of storage. It can be used for twins beginning at birth and accepts two car seats or a carrycot with seat. The seats must face forward and there is no room to store bags of groceries under the seat. You will need a sidepack.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be an ideal choice If you like off-road driving. It's a side-by- side model with the smallest footprint of any double buggy available. It's much easier to get through narrow doors, on public transport and to climb up and over kerbs. It also has a handbrake on the adjustable handlebar to provide additional security and safety.
The UPPAbaby vista 2 double is another lightweight option that can be used by twins or a toddler and baby. The seats feature multi-position reclining and UPF 50+ sunshades while the canopy can be adjusted to keep the sun from your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can even be transformed into a triple with the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board designed for mobile older children.
The iCandy Orange is one of the most popular double buggies that are available due to its outstanding comfort. It's an all-terrain pushchair with a soft suspension that can easily handle bumpy surfaces. It can accommodate a massive 30 seating configurations, and comes with a built-in ride-on for older children who prefer to walk, as well as a 'cinema' seating mode that raises the back seat to improve visibility.
Alternately, the phil&teds dots is a great single buggy that is available from day one that is able to easily be adapted to take 2 (or 3!) Different configurations are possible. This is especially helpful if you have an infant in a car seat, since the frame can be fitted with a wedgie that allows for optimal lie-flat positioning, or car seat adapters to a wider range of brands.
Suspension
The quality of the suspension on a 3-wheel double buggy is crucial to how easy it will be for you and your baby to push. A smooth ride is essential since babies can feel every bump on the road, especially when it's in rough terrain such as grass or dirt roads. Some models also come with locking front wheels to help in maneuvering and navigating obstacles such as curbs.
Certain models have air-filled tyres, which give you a great all-terrain ride, but can be prone to punctures therefore, make sure you have a spare set in the trunk. Some models have gel-filled or foam-filled tyres which are designed to cushion bumps. They are less likely to puncture, but they may cause discomfort for your child if you choose to jog.
The side-by-side is the most suitable buggy for city walks. It comes with a superb suspension system that lets you easily and comfortably navigate any terrain. You can even upgrade the duet by adding our dual kit to be able to accommodate two children - all within the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath tested the Urban Glide 2 with her toddler and newborn and found it extremely capable on terrain that is difficult to navigate. "It glided effortlessly over bumpy sidewalks and grass, cobbles, and dirt tracks. It was also easy for me to maneuver around corners and get up or down kerbs." The 16" rear wheels, coupled with the lockable swivel wheels on the front, make it an extremely comfortable jogging experience. The Urban Glide 2 is loaded with features too, including a spacious basket with zip-top cover, large cushioned seat with 50+ UV hood and game-changing visibility lights that are easy to use and recharge.
Folding
A three-wheeled double buggy can be folded up neatly to store it. three wheel pushchair can find options that fold flat and stand up (as when they're in a pushchair position) and also those that pop open to reveal more of an umbrella-style fold, with an electric brake. The more wheels the buggy has, in general the easier it will be to maneuver on rough terrain. This is particularly true if your wheels are larger than typical size. You will have more stability and it's less likely that you have to flip or tip your child.
The iCandy Wave is a popular choice. It can be used with an infant car-seat as early as birth and then converted to a double buggy when your child is old. It's a light option that is easy to push. It also comes with a bumper bar as well as a raincover.
The phil&teds sports is another option. It is a future-proof model as it's a fantastic buggy, and can be modified to accommodate two (or three!) All of this is incorporated into its compact footprint. It features a clever three-wheel design with an sling to improve manoeuvrability and stability.
This is one of the most comfortable double buggies to run with your kids. It has a lockable front wheel which will help you maintain control over rough terrain or off-road. It also has a spacious undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar, and a soft suspension for a comfy ride.
This is a lightweight compact model that is easy to fold with just one hand. It's ideal to take on trips. It's compatible with a wide selection of infant car seats and comes with an undercarriage basket that can be pulled out that can be used to store things to shop. It's not cheap, but it has some notable features, like its one-click folding and many extras, like a bumper bar or raincover.
Storage
Many people are amazed by the capacity of storage offered by a 3 wheel double buggy. Some models like the Roma Atlas offer a generously-sized basket as well as two handy zip pockets inside the hood that keep your keys and phone within easy reach. It's also designed to cope with slightly rough terrain so it's a great choice for family walks or all-terrain walks.
Other models, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space and the flexibility to carry twins or a baby and a toddler (it utilizes their 'PiggyBack' boards to allow this to be done). It's the smallest side-by-side double available. It also comes with amazing technology, like LED lights for visibility that are placed on both sides of its frame to improve safety during low-light conditions.
For something different and unique, the Joie Evalite Duo is a light buggy that can hold twins from birth (it's world-facing and has an upright position). Its clever frame expands widthways to accommodate the additional seat but it still only weighs around 11kg so it's easy to lift and manoeuvre. It can also accommodate an infant car seat or carrycot, so you have the best of both worlds and it will help your budget in the future since you don't have to purchase a new buggy right away.