A great option for parents who wish to go off-road the Fox 5 is a true all-terrain pram. It is equipped with a powerful suspension and large, puncture-proof wheels.
Our tester Claire was amazed by the clean packaging, easy-to-open and deemed it to be one of the fastest and most simple pieces of baby gear to put together. She took it out for a spin around some tough terrain and was thrilled with its performance.
Seats
Most 3 wheel double buggies are designed as single pushchairs. However, some models can be converted to accept an additional seat by using adapters. You'll also find that some models let you add a ride-on board for older children who wish to walk but still need some assistance.
Take a look at the Joie Evalite Duo for a lightweight option perfect for urban streets. It's a breeze to move and has a deep basket with plenty of storage space. It can accommodate twins from at birth and accepts two car seats or a carrycot with seat. The seats have to face towards the front and there is no room to store bags of groceries under the seat. You will require an extra sidepack.
If you like to take off-road trips and off-road, the Mountain Buggy Duet is a good option. It's a side by side with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy on the market. This allows it to squeeze through doors that are narrow and on public transport, and enables you to climb up and down kerbs with no trouble. The adjustable handlebar has a handbrake for added security and safety.
Another option that is lightweight is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 Double that can be used for twins or a toddler and a baby. The seats have a multi-position reclining with UPF 50plus sunshades. The canopy can be adjusted so that the sun does not touch 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 sought-after double buggies that are available, thanks to its superb comfort. It's a true all terrain pushchair, with soft suspension to make light work of bumpy surfaces. It can accommodate up to 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 of the seat to improve visibility.
The phil&teds dots are great single buggys that are easily modified to accommodate two (or three!) Multiple configurations are possible. This is especially useful for parents who have children in your car. The frame can be affixed to a wedgie, which permits optimal lie-flat positioning. Car seat adapters that work with a wide range of brands.
Suspension
The quality of the suspension in a 3 wheel double buggy is essential to how easy it will be for you and your child to push. It is important to have a smooth ride as babies can feel every bump in the road. This is especially relevant if you drive on rough terrain like grass or roads that are not paved. Certain models come with locking front tires that help maneuver and get over obstacles like curbs.
Some models come with air-filled tyres which will provide a fantastic all-terrain ride, but can be susceptible to punctures, so make sure you have spares in the trunk. Certain models come with gel-filled or foam-filled tyres which are designed to cushion bumps. They can be less likely to puncture, however they could be uncomfortable for your child if you decide to jog.
The side-by-side buggy is the ideal buggy for city walks. It features a fantastic suspension system that lets you effortlessly and comfortably traverse any terrain. Upgrade the duet to our dual kit and you'll be able to take two children in the same footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath put the Urban Glide 2 through its tests with her newborn and 3 year old children, and discovered that it coped really well on difficult terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over grass and bumpy pavements cobbles, dirt tracks and cobbles easily and was able to maneuver around corners and get up and down kerbs. It's also very comfortable to jog, with the 16" rear wheels and lockable swivel front wheels that provide a steady jogging experience." The Urban Glide 2 has a variety of features, such as large seats with a padded cover as well as a hood that has 50+ UV protection, and easy-to-use and rechargeable visibility lights.
Folding
A three-wheel double buggy can fold up quite easily to store it. There are options that fold flat and stand up (as when they're in a pushchair position) as well as those that pop up to reveal more of an umbrella-style fold with a hand-operated brake. In general the more wheels a buggy has, the easier it will be to maneuver over rough terrain. This is especially true if the wheels are larger than the average size. You will have more stability and it will be less likely that you will need to flip or tip your child.
The iCandy Wave is a popular option. It can be used in conjunction with an infant car seat from birth and then transformed to a double buggy when your child is older. It's a light-feeling option which makes it easy to push and is packed full of extra features including raincover and a bumper bar.
The phil&teds sports is an alternative option. It is future-proof as it's an excellent buggy, and can be modified to accommodate two (or three!) All of this is contained in its small footprint. It is a clever 3 wheeled buggies-wheel design with an sling seat that provides better maneuverability, stability, and kerb pop.
If you're looking to run with your children, this is the best 3 wheel travel system double buggie for jogging because it has a lockable front wheel that will help you keep your balance when you're on off-road or hilly tracks. It also comes with a large undercarriage basket, a movable handlebar and soft suspension for comfortable riding.
It's a light and compact model that folds easily with one hand and is great for travel. It's compatible with numerous infant car seats and comes with a handy undercarriage basket to store items. It's on the costly side, but has several notable features that make it an excellent option for value, such as its simple one-click fold, and a host of other features like a bumper bar and raincover.
Storage
Many people are impressed by the capacity of storage offered by the triple wheeled double buggy. Some models like the Roma Atlas offer a generously-sized basket as well as two handy zip pockets on the hood that keep keys and your phone in reach. It's also designed to deal with rough terrain, making it a great choice for family walks and all-terrain strolls.
Other models, like the UPPAbaby Vista 2, offer plenty of space and flexibility to transport twins or a child and a toddler. (This is possible thanks to their 'PiggyBack' board). It's the most compact side-by-side double on the market and it has some impressive technology, including games-changing LED lights on both sides of the frame to improve safety in dim lighting conditions.
The Joie Evalite Duo, a lightweight stroller that can accommodate twins from birth and is a world-facing stroller with a lie-flat reclining position It's something completely different. The frame's clever design expands widthways to accommodate the extra seat, but it only weighs around 11kg, which makes it easy to move and lift. It can also be used with a car seat or carrycot, so you can 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 immediately.
