"Ask Me Anything:10 Responses To Your Questions About Double Travel Buggy

What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A side-byside double buggy from birth with an incredibly best compact double stroller footprint (for narrow doors and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to grow the frame to accommodate children up to 50lbs per seat.

A budget-friendly, basic double with front and rear suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and a padded handlebar for parents of various heights.

Size

Double pushchairs are generally more spacious than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. This extra width lets them to take on heavier children without straining their chassis. They also have other key characteristics that make them stand out, such as spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and swivel lock front wheels that make it easier to navigate tight areas such as shopping aisles; cups with a single parent holder, an innovative fold mechanism that can be operated with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't built for rough terrain but can manage city streets and theme parks quite well.

These side-by-side buggies are light and come with surprisingly low prices.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy, the easier it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a excellent choice if you have to be cognizant of weight, as it's the lightest we've seen in our lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, including large pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which stows flat within seconds; four-wheel suspension to cope with rough terrain; and an swivel front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles easy. It's priced at just over $1000, it's also a super-affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A double buggy that is well-designed can provide a lot of flexibility, no matter if you have twins or a baby and a toddler. The narrow tandem buggies are ideal to fit into tight spaces, while side-by-side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and will help you keep your eyes on them as you go to the grocery store or the park. Many also have a wide selection of seating options, so you can adapt them as your children grow, and some even have the option to add an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite Duo is a perfect example. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat, and its easy-to-use adaptors permit you to switch from single to double stroller with bassinet (a cool way to improve) in seconds. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy and adjustable leg rests, as well as peekaboo windows on both seats as well as the standing fold is quick and easy to do with one hand; and a high-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.

Tri-fold buggies like the iCandy Peach are another versatile choice. Their slim frames are ideal for narrow doors and aisles, while they are able to accommodate twins or a baby and an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack' board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and comes with all the extras, such as raincovers and liners.

Tandem buggies typically have children seated together, which makes them easier to push and more sturdy on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and may be a bit longer to get through doors.

Comfort

This is among the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have tested. It has a stadium-style seat on both seats, ensuring that your children can enjoy the view. It also comes with an enormous UPF 50+ canopy that has a peekaboo window, a padded toddler seat with an add-on RumbleSeat that has built-in adjustable leg and foot rests as well as an integrated cup holder for a single parent. Testers are awestruck by the way the seats recline individually by squeezing the levers under each seat. They also note that the straps are simple to fasten and unfasten with one hand. It's also easy to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as easy as could be, and stores with the backrest up for easy access.

With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins or a toddler and a baby or three kids if you add the option of a 'PiggyBack' board) this is a fantastic option for families that are looking to expand with their child. The large basket and soft suspension make it suitable for kerbs, as in the city. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it for children up to six years old.