Buying a Double Buggy 3 Wheels
This versatile buggy can be used as a single or double. It has 17 configurations that can accommodate children from infants to toddlers and even a third when using the iCandy 'piggyback' board. It is also one of the tiniest double strollers that can be used as a single pushchair.
It's a compact and lightweight stroller that folds easily with one hand. It's also ideal for a variety of terrains and comes with an excellent shopping basket.
Adaptability
There are a variety of factors to consider when buying a double stroller. You'll need to make sure that your children are comfortable and safe while you explore new sights and routes. You should also consider the overall cost as well as the size, weight, and durability. Picking a trusted brand (within the budget) will increase the chances of resales and make purchasing easier.
There are two kinds of double buggies that have 3 wheels, depending on the number of children you will be carrying: side by side and front-facing. Side-by-side buggies are slimmer than front-facing designs however they tend to have larger footprints. Despite this, there are some super-smart models on the market that manage to reduce their size like the Mountain Buggy Duet. This is the slimmest buggy available. It can even fit through doorways that are narrow.
Tandem buggies, on the other hand, tend to be larger. They typically start as a single pushchair, but can later be adjusted to take a second seat or carrycot with adapters. Some tandem buggies can be used to accommodate twins or a toddler and baby or a child and a newborn thanks to their clever seating configurations. The UPPAbaby Vista 2 can be transformed into a triple with the addition of the optional "Piggy Back Board".
The iCandy Orange is another super-smart tandem buggy with an exclusive 'cinema seating' design that allows the rear seat to be raised or lowered to different positions, so you can alter how your children sit in it. This gives you a choice of 30 seating options and is ideal for parents who have young children at different stages of development.
Another option is Phil&teds sport. This award-winning buggy is a world first that will help protect your wallet in the future. 3 wheeled pushchair is initially an incredible single and can be modified to accommodate two (or three!) as your family grows all within the same footprint of a single buggy! The sling seat is the most important element to this. It is ideal for infants and offers superior stability, maneuverability and the ability to kerb-pop.
Manoeuvrability
In general, double buggys with 3 wheels are easier for you to maneuver and control than double pushchairs with 4 wheels. The front wheels are smaller and narrower which results in less weight. This means they can be pushed more easily, and will also be easier to manoeuvre up and down kerbs.
Mountain Buggy Duet is a excellent model. It is the tiniest side-by-side buggy available and has the same footprint as a single buggy. This makes it ideal for parents who are worried about fitting through doors or in public transport. It is suitable from birth, since it can fit twins or two carrycots/car seats.
Another option is the UPPAbaby Vista 2. This is a great lightweight buggy that's perfect for city life, yet also comfortable on uneven or rough terrain. It is suitable for twins or a baby toddler due to its four-wheel suspension and large rear wheels. Its lightweight frame makes it easy to lift and carry. 3 wheel buggy is that it's a little harder to maneuver on uneven terrain as compared to other models.
Comfort
If you're planning to utilize your buggy for long jogs or walks, then it's worth spending more money on a model that can handle the rough terrain. Look for a 3-wheeled model with large rear wheels that can take the bumps and a suspension system that absorbs shocks. The front wheels should be mounted in order to give you more control over rough terrain and enable you to push through corners.
Double buggys that work for two children will allow you the flexibility to alter the seating so that both children can be at ease. The best options offer reclining seats and adjustable footrests that can be adjusted for older children. They'll also have plenty of storage space for your shopping, car keys and phones.
Another thing to look for is a slick fold mechanism. Our Lab experts recommend models with straps under the seats that take the buggy apart, or a lever that triggers an opening and folds the frame in half within a matter of a few minutes. Some models can fold with the seat removed which makes them smaller when not in use.
The Mountain Buggy Duet has won many awards and is a side-by-side with great flexibility for twins or siblings. Its innovative frame expands widthways to accommodate a second seat (or carrycot) and still has a footprint the same as a single buggy which means it'll fit through doorways and on public transport. It's heavier than other models, but its smooth ride compensates for the extra weight.
iCandy's Orange Convertible is another popular side-by-side with 30 seating configurations to suit every need. It's a great option for twins, as the seats can be positioned to face the parents and can be converted into the tandem pushchair.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a lightweight option with three wheels, is suitable for everyday use. It's not quite as large or expensive as other models, however its fixed front wheel and a small turning radius make it more difficult to move through kerbs. It's easy-to-push and can be used as a running buggy by including a separate child carrier.
Safety
The phil&teds sports can accommodate 2 kids in multiple ways from infant to toddler with their car seat adapters or twin kit, and can even cope with 3 kids if you utilize their piggyback board (which is available separately for about PS120). It is particularly safe because of its dual front swivels, superior maneuverability, and the convenient footbrake. Additionally, the tray that it sits on is much larger than other double buggies, and the canopies have windows that peek out to improve visibility.
This award-winning side by side double buggy is slimmer than any other fully-featured all-terrain double available on the market. Its footprint is identical to one buggy, which means it is able to fit through doorways and on public transport. Its suspension is able to handle rough terrain with ease and our Lab experts love the fact that it can be folded into a compact form in just a few seconds. It also comes with a hand brake on the adjustable handlebar to provide safety. The seats are reversible so that you can put children facing forward or the parents facing one another ideal for twins and siblings.