What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-byside double with an incredibly compact footprint (for narrow doorways and public transport). Add seats or a carrycot (with adaptors) to expand the frame for kids up to 50lbs per seat.
Budget double with front and back suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.
Size
Double pushchairs are typically wider 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. Other features that make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that have SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows with swivel lock front wheels to help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles, a cup holder for one parent and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels are not built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides well.
In terms of price tags these kinds of lightweight buggies, which are side-by-side, are surprisingly affordable.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy the more easy it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our lab tests, is an excellent choice if weight is an issue. It still has plenty of features like an enormous pop-out canopy that has SPF50 and a peekaboo windows as well as a quick-release folding mechanism that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain, and a swivel wheel on the front that allows you to maneuver tight shops and supermarket aisles. 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 double buggy is a great option for parents with twins, or even a toddler and a baby. The narrow tandem buggies are a great way to squeeze into tight spaces. Side-by-side models let you to keep the eye on your children and keep them safe while you go to the supermarket or park. Many have a variety of seats so that you can alter them as your child develops. twin pushchair permit the addition of an automobile seat or ride-on board.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a fantastic example. It can be used to support two seats, or even a car-seat. The adaptors make it easy to convert one seat to a double in just minutes. It also has a nice-sized pop-out UPF 50+ canopy sunshade, adjustable leg rests and windows that peek out from both seats and an easy standing fold that is simple and quick to fold with just one hand; and a top-quality suspension that can take care of rough terrain.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another option. Their slim frames are perfect for negotiating narrow doors and aisles, while they are able to accommodate twins or even a baby and a big kid thanks to the addition of UPPAbaby's "PiggyBack' board (which you can purchase separately). They come with a large basket and come with all the accessories you could need, including rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies are typically designed with your children seated side-by-side. This makes them more stable and easier to push on uneven surfaces, however they can be difficult to maneuver around and over kerbs. They typically have a larger footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit longer to pass through doors.
Comfort
One of the most comfortable lightweight doubles we've tested This buggy comes with seats that are elevated to the level of stadium seats so that your children can enjoy the view; nice-sized UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out; a padded toddler seat and add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests, as well as a single-parent cup holder. The testers love the way the seats recline by pushing an adjustable lever underneath each seat. They also note that the straps are easy to unfasten and fasten using just one hand. It's also a doddle to fold, thanks to a twist mechanism on the handle that makes it as simple as possible and also stores with the backrest upright to make it easy to access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins as well as a toddler and baby or three kids if you add the option of a "PiggyBack" board) this is a fantastic option for families who are looking to expand with their child. The large basket and soft suspension makes it suitable for kerbs as well in the city. It's also affordable. BabyGearLab recommends it for children between the ages of 6 and 6.