3 Wheel Double Buggy
The Fox 5 is an all-terrain stroller that's perfect for parents who want to explore off-road. It has a suspension that is impressive, as well as large, puncture proof wheels.
Our test participant Claire was amazed by the clean, easy-to-open packaging and found it one of the quickest and most simple pieces of baby equipment to put together. She tested it on some rough terrain and was impressed with its performance.
Seats
The majority of triple buggies start life as single pushchairs. However, some models can be converted to accommodate an additional seat or carrycot by converting adapters (these are usually more common in tandem buggies). Some models allow you to add an extra board for older children who are ready to walk, but still require assistance.
Take a look at the Joie Evalite Duo for an ideal, lightweight solution for urban streets. It's easy to move and comes with a large basket with plenty of storage space. It can be used for twins beginning at birth and will accept two car seats or a carrycot that has a seat. However, the seats have to face forwards and there's not enough space to store a bag of groceries underneath, so you'll need a sidepack for this.
Mountain Buggy Duet will be a good option for you when you love off-roading. It's a side by side with the slimmest footprint of any double buggy on the market. It's easier to maneuver through narrow doors as well as on public transport. It is also able to climb over and up kerbs. The adjustable handlebar has an additional handbrake for security and safety.
Another option that is lightweight is the UPPAbaby Vista 2 Double that can be used for twins or a baby and toddler. The seats are multi-positional reclining with UPF 50plus sunshades. The canopy can be adjusted so that the sun doesn't get into your child's eyes. The Vista 2 can even be transformed into a triple with the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board for older and mobile children.
The iCandy Orange is one of the most sought-after double buggies available because of its exceptional comfort. It's an all-terrain pushchair with soft suspension that can easily handle bumpy surfaces. It can accommodate a massive 30 seating configurations, and has a built-in ride-on for older children who prefer walking, and a 'cinema seating' mode that raises the back of the seat to improve visibility.
Alternately, the phil&teds dots is a brilliant single buggy that is available from day one that is able to easily be adapted to take 2 (or 3!) in a variety of configurations. This is especially helpful for parents with children in a car seat, since the frame can be equipped with a wedgie to allow for optimal lie-flat positioning, or car seat adapters for a wider range of brands.
Suspension
The quality of the suspension in a 3 wheel double buggy is vital to how easy it will be for you and your baby/s to push. It is essential to enjoy a smooth ride as babies can feel every bump in the road. This is particularly the case if you're driving on rough terrain, such as grass or roads that are not paved. Certain models also have locking front wheels to help in maneuvering and navigating obstacles like curbs.
Certain models come with air-filled tyres which are ideal for all-terrain rides, but they are prone to punctures. Make sure you keep a spare set of tyres inside the trunk. Some models have gel or foam tyres that are specifically designed to handle bumps and can be less prone to punctures however, you may find them a little stiff and uncomfortable on your child's back if you choose to jog.
Our award winning side-by-side duet buggy comes with a superb suspension that can get you over any terrain easily and comfortably which makes it the ideal buggy for city walks. You can also upgrade the duet with our dual kit to be able to carry two children all within the same compact footprint!
MFM reviewer Kath put the Urban Glide 2 through its tests with her infant and three years old children, and discovered that it was able to handle tricky terrain: "it navigated effortlessly over bumpy pavements and grass cobbles, dirt tracks and cobbles with ease and was easy to manoeuvre around corners and go up and down kerbs. It's even very pleasant to jog, with the 16" rear wheels and lockable swivel front wheel that provide a steady running experience." The Urban Glide 2 has a number 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 lights.
Folding
A 3-wheel double buggy can fold up pretty well to store it. There are options that fold flat and then stand up (as when they were in a pushchair) and also those that pop up to reveal more of an umbrella-like fold that has an electric brake. In general the more wheels a buggy has the more comfortable it will be to navigate over rough terrain. This is particularly applicable when the wheels are larger than average - this will provide you with more stability and reduce the chance that your children are likely to tip over or fall over.
The iCandy Wave is a popular option. three wheel pushchair can be used in conjunction with an infant car-seat from birth, and later converted to a double buggy when your child is older. It's a light option that is simple to push. It also comes with a bumper bar as well as raincover.
Another alternative is the phil&teds sport that is a future-proof model since it's great as a single buggy from day dot and can be adapted to take 2 (or even 3!) all within its compact footprint. It has a clever 3-wheel design and an sling seat that provides better maneuverability, stability, and kerb pop.
This is the best double buggies to jog in with your children. It has a front wheel that can be locked, that will allow you to keep your balance on rough terrain or off-road. It features a big undercarriage, an adjustable handlebar, and soft suspension for an enjoyable ride.
It's a lightweight and compact model that folds easily by one hand, making it perfect for traveling. It's compatible with a variety of infant car seats and comes with a handy undercarriage basket to store your shopping. It's a bit costly, but it has certain distinctive features, like its one-click folding and many extras, including bumper bars or raincovers.
Storage
Many people are amazed by the storage capacity of a triple-wheeled buggy. Certain models, like the Roma Atlas offer a generously-sized basket and 2 handy zip pockets on the hood that keep your phone and keys easily accessible. It's also designed to deal with slightly rough terrain making it a great choice for family walks or all-terrain strolls.
Other models such as the UPPAbaby Vista 2 offer plenty of space and the flexibility to accommodate twins or a baby and a toddler (it takes their 'PiggyBack' boards to enable this). It's the most compact side-by-side double available. It also has some amazing technology, like LED visibility lights which are located on both sides of its frame to improve safety during low-light situations.
If you're looking for something different you can choose the Joie Evalite Duo is a lightweight buggy that can accommodate twins from birth (it's world-facing and has an upright position). Its clever frame expands to accommodate an extra seat, but still weighs only 11kg. This makes it easy to lift and move. It can be used with the car seat, a carrycot, or both. This allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds.