Best Double Strollers part 2

Contours Options – Best Tandem, General Purpose







Congratulations on the little one’s arrival – the bundle of joy thus arrived has brought around lots of happiness and special moments; we call it the miracle of life.







As a mom you would want the best for your baby, which is why selecting clothes, food and other necessities would be of immense importance.







But have you thought of the recreational needs – a stroller which would keep the baby safe, warm and cozy while you take him or her around; to familiarize the little one with the world, the sights and sounds around?







Moms need to pay heed!







When selecting any of the strollers you see online or around, the task can be daunting and a tricky one. This is especially when you have twins and wouldn’t know if you should buy two or one.







What you need is a stroller that can be pushed around easily and yet completely safe for the baby, the toddler or the older kids around. As a mom you have too much on your plate already, and hence choosing a stroller with too many bolts and screws, is a complete NO-NO.







The Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller is the answer for all your baby’s needs –sans issues mentioned. With 33.8 pounds to its weight, the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller would be the best choice to have, is easy to manuovere and push, and seems to be the number one choice for many moms across the nation.







The lightweight Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller has two seats for twins to easily seat in. It is manufactured in such a way that one would be in front of the other.







And there would be separate shading for both children to have enough protection from the harmful UV rays of the sun too. This feature wouldn’t allow the child to suffocate as well, even if you elevate the backseat.







What we really adore and admire of the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller would be the incredible features the stroller has, some of them are;







• The Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller can house two toddlers up to 80 pounds in weight. The height of the stroller can be adjusted for safety and the infants head would be protected by the safety harness too.







• There are separate components in the stroller for the child, each child that too. Right from the quirky chic canopies that would keep the vagaries of nature away, the rain and the sun especially to the removable child-napper bar which can be easily adjusted and accessed; also the leg bar for more comfort for the toddler too.







• Toddlers have a choice of six seating options; the versatile Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller can allow kids to sit faceward while you push the stroller ahead.This is amazing, so while you shop for groceries, you could watch what the little one is up to.Another option would be for the child to sit on opposite sides of one another, hence no in-ring fights.







Just in case you have just one kid; the other seat would be used to store the kids belongings, or seat your neighbour’s child for comfort.You could also have both the kids sitting front ways, so they have the best views of the sights and sounds around. And finally, the backseat if unused can be used as a car seat while you and your toddler embark on a nice long drive around town.







Easy to fold, easy to clean and very easy to pack, the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller doesn’t need much space to house. The front and back tires are of 10 and 8 inches respectively, which wouldn’t deflate and hence are very reliable even on the roughest of terrains too.







Talking about moving around, this can be done with ease since the suspension system is aptly placed in the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller. Now going out wouldn’t be a chore, not when the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller is there to help.







Place all the child’s belongings into the backseat if there is just one kid you would be traveling with. From coffee mugs to other drinks, while you push the stroller, your baby and you could enjoy a nice evening out in the park.







The storage basket is strong and very sturdy, allowing you to carry what you want when they two of you are out in the park.







Moms across the nation are very happy with the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller; hence the reviews for the product are the highest. What everyone likes about the double strollers is the steering, the storage and the quirky adjustable seats of the stroller.







Moms wouldn’t and do not find the stroller to be heavy to use and fold, hence the pros are a plenty.







Think luxury for the little one who’s just come into the world, and make this a journey of a lifetime they would begin with. As a mom, most of you would think of the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller as a few months affair – but be surprised, even older kids can use the Contours Options LT Tandem Stroller too!













Britax B-Ready – Tie for Best Convertible Stroller







I was overcome by many different emotions when I first heard my wife Lisa was pregnant with twin boys. I was of course overjoyed, but I also worried about the cost of buying twice as much baby stuff. Fortunately, companies like Britax make baby products for people in our situation. Their B-Agile double stroller was a baby shower gift from my mother-in-law Tracy and it has been amazing. You can click here to see why we love it so much or just keep reading.







After delivering a couple of six pound miracles, Lisa needed time to recuperate, and the stroller allowed me to take both my sons walking simultaneously. They're nine months now but they both can still fit comfortably into the stroller. This is so much easier than walking one twin at a time and pushing two strollers is a nearly impossible task for one person.







One of the best features of the stroller is the height adjustable handle. I'm nearly a foot taller than Lisa, but we can both adjust the stroller to a height that we find ideal. Another great feature is the quick fold design which makes it easy to load the stroller into our minivan. The stroller is constructed from durable, light-weight aluminum so it weighs just over thirty-five pounds.







Even our babysitter Karen loves the double stroller, because it has so much storage room. There is an open storage area beneath and it can be accessed from behind the stroller. There is also additional storage in zipping pockets behind each seat. The protective canopies also fold down all the way to wipe the boy's faces or feed them. Best of all, the stroller is comfortable for my sons. It features an adjustable reclining seat, but the boys are typically sitting forward to observe the world around them. They can also interact with each other as the seats are adjacent. Tracy thought this was a better option than the Chicco Cortina together double stroller which has one sweat behind the other.







The B-Agile compared to other strollers







The Chicco Cortina Together Double Stroller design doesn't let the babies see and interact with one another. The Chicco is constructed as a single stroller with an extra seat added on to the back. However, the B-Agile is constructed like two strollers that have been melded together. Our stroller also features a larger canopy to shield my children's eyes from the sun. The B-Agile is also rated for up to fifty pounds per seat as opposed to the forty pounds per seat of the Chicco. This model also handles better than many other double strollers. It has four wheels on the front as opposed to other side-by-sides like the Schwinn Discover stroller which has only one. This makes for much easier handling going forward and backwards. The stroller also includes the Britax click & go infant car seat receivers which makes it easy to transfer the boys from the vehicle to the car and back.







Almost perfect







There are a few cons to the B-Agile stroller such as the price tag. However, Tracy only had to buy the one stroller so it's worth it. The stroller is also extremely wide, making it difficult to maneuver through small spaces. People who frequent public transit may find it to be too cumbersome. The design is slim enough to fit through standard doors, but others may have to stand aside for a moment. The stroller is also compatible only with Britax chaperone and B-Safe baby car seats. These are superior products to protect a child in a vehicle, but they may be beyond the more modest price ranges. Fortunately, the car seats can be left in the vehicle, because the five point harness in each seat will keep the babies secure during walks.







The stroller is definitely one of the best baby gifts we've received because it makes a little easier to raise twins. We've had to buy twice as many diapers, pacifiers and cribs, but we only need the one stroller. Of course, the B-Agile isn't perfect as is no baby product. However, the pros of the B-Agile far outweigh the cons and you can see one of these handsome strollers for yourself right here.













Baby Jogger City Select – Tie for Best Convertible Stroller







The Baby Jogger City Select Stroller Review – 2014 Model







US Price: $499







UK Price: £525







Stroller Weight: 28 lbs







Stroller Width: 25.75 inches







Max Child Weight: 45 lbs per seat







The Good - Travel system compatible with adaptor (sold separately) and with a second seat added can be used in 16 different configurations; Adjustable height handlebar; very large basket underneath; very easy to fold down and put up; folds pretty flat for easy carriage and storage. Nice big wheels for a smooth and comfortable ride; No re-thread adjustable 5-point harness makes it very quick and easy to modify the straps to fit your growing child.







The Bad - Quite expensive; heavier than the City Mini Stroller (almost 12 lbs more) and the City Mini GT (almost 7 lbs more).







The Bottom Line - The Baby Jogger City Select is an award winning stroller with some unique features to make transporting your baby or babies a much more enjoyable and convenient experience. It can used as a single stroller or a double stroller (with extra seat and adaptor) – in double stroller mode there are no fewer than 16 different configurations (see image below). It is heavier than the other stroller in the “City” series, but this does NOT make it difficult to manoeuvre or harder to fold flat when not in use.







Baby Jogger City Select Stroller - Overview







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This is my fully independent and objective Baby Jogger City Select Stroller Review.







For those of you that prefer a visual demonstration of a stroller’s features, here is a great littlevideo overview of the Baby Jogger City Select’s key features:







There’s another one here too ..



















Although this video shows the pre-2014 model of this stroller in action, the main features have not been significantly altered and you can still get a pretty good idea of how it works.







There is a video demonstration of the 2014 Model here:



















The Baby Jogger City Select’s Great Features







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Telescoping Adjustable Handle







The Baby Jogger City Mini Stroller has a fixed height non-adjustable handle that causes some people some problems.







The City Select, however, comes with a fantastic telescopic adjustable handle that will suit parents of all shapes and sizes.







The handle height is adjusted quickly and simply by pressing the gray button on its underside whilst pulling the handle up to the required height (see videos above).







Hand Brake







Unlike most strollers, the City Select comes with a hand brake instead of a foot brake. I suspect that for many people this won’t be much of an issue, but for the minority of parents that find it difficult to operate a foot brake, this will be a very welcome addition.







I can certainly see that this feature would make it much easier to secure the stroller in a parked state if you were wearing certain types of footwear or if you had a physical disability that affected your lower limbs.







To operate the brake, you just pull up the lever at the side of the handlebar. obviously, you just release it back down when you are ready to go again. Since the brake is positioned on the handlebar, you can actually operate it from the side and from in front of the stroller, rather than needing to be behind it.







Canopies







Just like the other Baby Jogger strollers, the canopy on this stroller is excellent. Unlike many other stroller canopies, the ones on the City Select are absolutely huge and fold down easily in 3 separate panels.







They also come with UV50+ sun protection, but have 2 peek-a-boo windows in each canopy so that you can keep any eye on your babies when you want to.







One other thing to note is that, unlike the old Baby Jogger City Mini strollers, the peek-a-boo windows on the City Select have a magnetic opening and closing mechanism rather than velcro fastenings. This means that you can take a look at your child without the risk of waking them up with a noisy ripping sound!







As for the canopy size, ask any parent that has had to suffer the problem of inadequate canopy coverage and they will tell you that this can be a really big problem in sunny weather conditions.







The last thing that you and your child need on a hot day is the sun blaring down on their face because of poor canopy coverage. Not only will it be uncomfortable for your child and prevent them from sleeping, but it can also be a health risk.







The City Select’s oversized canopy will avoid these problems and it is one of my favourite features for that very reason.







Easy Folding Mechanism







The City Select folds quickly and easily into a pretty flat unit.







You simply pull up on the handles at the side of the stroller and it automatically folds flat – once folded down, you can secure it in the collapsed position with a retaining clip. To open the stroller unit out, you simply undo the retaining clip (if used) and pull on the handle to see it open up.







This mechanism is better demonstrated than described in words and I suggest that you watch any of the videos above to see just how easy it is to fold the stroller up and down.







Converts to Double Stroller (16 Configurations)







You can purchase an adaptor and extra seat for the City Select Stroller.







The 2 seats can then be arranged into one of 16 different configurations depending upon your specific needs.



















Adjustable Seat(s)







The seats on the City Select have a child weight limit of 45 lbs each and are fully adjustable with multiple recline positions.







The multi-position footwell is a great way to give your child a little extra leg room when they get taller and helps to prevent them from feeling squashed/restricted.







The Wheels







The City Select is fitted with 8 inch lightweight front wheels that can swivel to make this stroller very manoeuvrable. The 12 inch forever-air rear tires allow the City Select to cover all kinds of terrain without worrying about getting a puncture, because the forever-air feature simply means that the tires are filled with a special foam substance rather than air.







Very Large Storage Basket







One of the main complaints about the Baby Jogger City Mini models was the rather small storage basket underneath the seat(s). Whilst there were ways around this problem (e.g. clips that attach to the handle to hang shopping bags from), it would have been nice if they had supplied a larger basket in the first place.







The City Select, however, comes with a much larger storage basket. There is also a zip mechanism fitted to the rear of the basket to make access much easier too – no more trying to squeeze the cereal boxes through the space between the wheels and the stroller frame! See the videos above for a better illustration of the impressive size of the storage basket.







Technical Specifications at a Glance







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Below is an easy reference guide to help you identify the Baby Jogger City Select’s important technical specifications:



















Color Options







The Baby Jogger City Select (2014 model) comes in a number of great colors, including:













Baby Jogger City Mini Double GT – Side-by-Side, All-Terrain – Best Value







A double buggy suitable from birth, with all terrain wheels. Although we found the Baby Jogger City Mini GT Double a handful to say, it was perfect for scooting around anywhere from a forest to the high street. It is available in the usual colours of black and also (our preferred favourite) crimson.







As a buggy the City Mini GT Double is less than 30” wide it can fit through any standard sized door frame. We found it was perfectly moveable around the house, and even coming back in through the front door.







Seat







Each highly padded seat can recline separately to a near flat position, so whether one child be sleeping and the other wanting to sit up and explore it greatly accommodates for both. There are vented seats which stop the child over heating and also a retractable weather cover (or hood) for those not so sunny days. And as it’s suitable from birth, with another child already it’s perfect for taking the two out together; or if another one comes along there is also an attachable Glider Board (from £44) for any toddlers.







The five point safety harness doesn’t allow for any little fingers to un-strap themselves, especially with two in the buggy. There are shoulder pads and buckle covers for that little bit more added comfort.







Ride







The City Mini GT Double has forever- air tyres, so with never need to be re-inflated and the all-terrain wheels will let you take your buggy anywhere off or on road. We particularly found it was great travelling across county and fields, with a child in either seat. The suspension is also great, which allowed the buggy to perfectly fulfil its job of being all-terrain types. Lockable front wheels are also great as they can either be fixed or unfixed into position; so for walking longer distances in a straight line we found it to be great.







Folding







The buggy itself enables it to be folded with a two handed, single movement; so for anyone in a rush to hop onto a bus or pop it in a car boot it’s very easy to fold.







We found that when using public transport it was light enough to carry, and very easy to fold as the simple ‘pull-to-fold’ handles work wonders.







There is also an auto-lock on the buggy so once folded, makes it even easier to carry around too. A Carry Bag can also be purchased if you want to be able to make the folded stroller even more convenient to carry.







Sun Canopy







There are two SPF 50 + certificated hood canopies, one for each seat, which can be adjusted individually. Each of these hoods also have two separate peek-a-boo style windows, also individually adjusted. With three separate layers to the hood itself; it is easy to either block out the rain or let the sun shone in.







Storage







The under buggy storage is more than large enough to accommodate for the baggage of travelling with two children, it is very spacious and we managed to fit in more than enough to go travelling for the day; with extra space left over. And seat back storage adds that little bit more if needed.







If you do find you keep losing your keys or phone because the storage basket is so large, a Baby Jogger Universal Parent Console (from £25.50) is a great handy accessory and is large enough to carry anything a parent may require quickly to hand.







Handlebars







With an adjustable handlebar it accommodates for all heights, and the hand operated parking brake located on the side is perfect for any situation







Accessories







For colder months Baby Jogger Footmuff’s (from £34.95) will keep your little ones toes nice and toastie. We loved getting two different colour Footmuffs to accessorise our buggy that little bit more, plus our children loved being able to pick their favourite colour. A compact Carrycot (from £104) is great if you want a newborn to have that extra bit of privacy. It’s extremely comfy and gave that extra comfort when out and about. A Raincover (from £24.95) that covers the two seats is also available if venturing in any wet weather, and a Belly Bar (from £28.50) would came in very useful as is covers the length of the whole buggy. We found that by it spreading across the two seats in enabled both children in the buggy to engage with each other a lot easier. And a Liquid Holster (from £17.95) just added that extra touch, but also stopping any unwanted spillages.







Remember Baby Jogger doesn’t allow stockists to display prices online, so make sure you do look around. When we did a price enquiry (January 2015) we found:

BOB Revolution Duallie Flex – Side-by-Side, All-Terrain – Best Ride







This BOB Revolution SE duallie stroller, orange is a highly compact and versatile stroller that has proven its efficiency in a variety of different situations. It is mainly used on rough terrain and for any sport experience where you would like to bring your kids along.







Whether I'm in the city, out in the park, in the mountains, or on the beach, this stroller is designed perfectly for any condition and will keep your two children safe and comfortable. Designed in an effective side by side style, your children will be right next to each other, strapped in safely, and will be comfortable and content. I always feel comfortable putting my children in this stroller because it is very well made and sturdy, and straps them in snugly.







The stroller is available in a combination of orange and gray or black and gray. The orange color is very cheerful and yet still looks clean after prolonged use. The stroller has a very sturdy and yet lightweight build so that you can move it and store it with ease. Checking out this stroller is definitely a good idea if you are looking for a sturdy and convenient double.







Features:







• Swiveling front wheel.







• Wheels are good for any type of surface pavement, grass, and gravel, or dirt.







• The stroller folds up in two simple steps, made possible by the lightweight frame. This allows you to transport it easily as well as store it away.







Unbeatable suspension system allows for a comfortable ride for your children, who will barely feel the ground underneath them.







• Padded seats which are reclineable.







• Five point padded harness which keeps your child strapped in and safe.







• The Accessory Adapter feature secures a BOB Infant Car Seat Adapter and a Snack Tray for any toddler.







• Two canopies that allow you to cover your children and shield them from the elements when need be.







• Waterproof material.







Benefits:







• This is a great choice for parents and caregivers of two children, as it will allow you to have them side by side and secure through any journey.







• Travel anywhere from the zoo, to the woods, to the beach in this versatile ride.







• State of the art suspension system that will make sure your baby or toddler isn't bumping around in their seat.







• The swiveling wheel allows the ultimate maneuvering capabilities and lets you move quickly, through crowded areas, or whatever your environment presents you with. Turning is extremely easy.







• The stroller is very easy to manage as it is easy to fold up and store away. It is sturdy and yet lightweight, meaning you won't feel like the stroller is too hard for you to manage. This stroller definitely feels like a natural extension to your daily routine and allows you to move your children effortlessly.


• The side by side design is definitely a great design because it allows you to access both of your children at once and make sure that everything is running smoothly.


• I can describe the stroller as like pushing air, that is how weightless and suspended it is. There is also a peek-a-boo canopy so that you can see your child while you're on the move and check up on them, which is a very convenient benefit.

• Cushion like support all over the seat as well as a comfortable headrest for your children.

Cons:


• I found the stroller to be a bit heavier than other models. If you're looking to push it around all day, it could provide you with some good exercise.

• The fold is rather large and can be hard to fit into some cars.

All in all

This stroller gets the job done and is perfect for parents like myself who like to get out in the mountains hiking, on the beach, and have their children along for the ride. This stroller is very versatile, is protective and secure, and will definitely impress you. The only drawbacks is that it could be too large or heavy for some users, but I find it to be perfect and the maneuvering wheel and suspension system are two of the main factors that contribute to my high opinion of this stroller. You should definitely check out this stroller to see if it is something you might see yourself using to get your children around quickly and comfortably.



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