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What to Look For in a compact double buggy (click through the next page)
Kerry says that this side-by-side is small enough to fit through the majority of doors and accommodate two car seats or carrycots. It folds up self-standing and a handy carry strap to make it easy to schlep.
It's also very light to lift and wheel up and down stairs. The canopies have generously sized windows and openings that peek out.
Size
A good-sized shopping basket and rear and front suspension are the most important elements to look for in a double buggy. You may be interested in knowing if it is a travel system, or if an infant car seat or a carrycot can be added. Those are important considerations if you're planning to bring your little ones along in public transport or on longer journeys.
If you're looking for a small double buggy that you can use from the beginning, consider the Leclerc Kooper X2. This side-byside model comes with a clever frame that can be expanded so that it can accommodate two children. The seats can be reclined and positioned independently. This lets you let one child unwind and nap while the other one is watching the surrounding. You also get a large UPF 50+ canopy and an option to peek inside.
Mountain Buggy Duet is another fantastic option for twins. It is the thinnest twin pushchair available on the market. It measures only 63cm in width, so it should be able to pass through most doors. It can be used with two car seats or a carrycot, and has lay-flat seats that are suitable from birth.
Tandem double buggies, which have the children positioned on opposite sides, are a popular choice for twins or parents of a baby and a toddler. They have a bigger footprint than single-seaters, and are more difficult to maneuver through narrow doorways or on pavements.
The iCandy Orange tandem double buggy buggy is a well-loved tandem that will grow with your family. It offers 30 different seating options. It can be used with twins, a baby and a toddler or even three kids if you add iCandy's "PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). It has soft suspension that can take care of kerbs and can be utilized in double or mono mode. You can even attach a single to double stroller stroller to the top of the unit for additional storage space.
Weight
A good double buggy should be light and easy to push. It should also have nice-sized shopping baskets, rear and front suspension to allow it to maneuver over rough terrain and, ideally it should be suitable for twins or siblings of different age groups.
Many compact double buggies come with frames that can be used to store infant car seats. They also come with brand-name adaptors that are compatible with the most popular models from Cybex BeSafe and Maxi-Cosi. They are a great choice for families with children with medical conditions and would prefer not having to use separate strollers.
However, they generally have a bigger footprint than side-by-side by side double stroller buggies and are more difficult to fit through doors and public transportation. If this is important to you, look through the product details to see if there are any alternatives available.
If you're looking for the smallest double pushchair available look into the Mountain Buggy Duet. It's the slimmest side-by-side available with a 63cm width. It can be used to carry twins, or a baby and a toddler. It's a sturdy design and a superior function, with large air-filled tires that are suitable for all terrains but also happy to zip around town.
Another great choice is the UPPAbaby Vista 2, which can hold twins or one toddler and one baby or two kids with piggy back boards (which you need to buy separately). It folds up with a self-standing design and carry strap to make it super-easy to schlep, and it has both rear and front suspensions to help you cope with rough terrain. It's a little heavier than the Joie Evalite Duo but still lighter than most tri-fold buggies and is an excellent value choice for older kids.
Folding
A good double buggy needs to be slimline for storage, and a good choice is the Baby Jogger City Select 2. This side-byside model has a very slick fold and the clever frame expands widthways as you fold to make it smaller than the standard stroller. This makes it easier to navigate through doorways and public transportation, and it also means that you don't require an additional car to push the buggy around.
It's a great choice for parents of twins as it can be used with two seats, and car seat adaptors. It can also accommodate an additional rider on the buggy's 'piggyback board. It also offers an array of configurations with an elevated stadium-style seating to give each child a view of their surroundings. The adjustable handlebar features a handbrake, which helps to push the buggy up and down hills.
Another good option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which has the most compact side-by-side footprint on the market at 63cm. It is perfect for parents who fret about fitting a double in a door or on public transport. However, it can still handle rough terrain as a true off-roader. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and one or two children with similar age. Each seat reclines independently, so the kids are comfortable.
One final good choice is the iCandy Peach, which can be utilized in tandem or mono mode and can accommodate a car seats/seats, or an infant seat and carrycot. It's a bit larger than other doubles, however it has excellent maneuverability particularly on smooth surfaces. This is a great choice for those who want an elegant and practical buggy.
There are many inexpensive double buggies available, like the UPPAbaby vista 2. This compact side-by-side can hold babies in a carrycot and a toddler in the seat, or three children if you add a PiggyBack ride on board that is branded with the pizazz. It has a simple, self-standing fold and a nice big canopy that gives both kids some protection and a peek-a-boo window. It's also relatively light for a double buggy, and includes a larger undercarriage storage basket to store shopping.