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Buying a Tandem Double Buggy
A tandem double buggy can be a great choice if you have twins, or children who are close in age. They're a bit smaller than side-byside buggies and ideal for navigating tight spaces, such as doorways, on public transport and rocky terrain.
Many transform into travel systems that take 2 carrycots or car seats. However, they can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs and might feel less stable when in bumping up the kerbs.
Convertible
Whether you're looking for a convertible single-to-double buggy newborn stroller or want to add another seat to an existing one, there's many options to choose from. The UPPAbaby V2 is spacious, gorgeous stroller. It is easily transformed from a single stroller to a double by adding a seating area with a rumble. It's costly and less mobile than other double strollers due to the fact that the second seat is located to the left of the front seat. The Nuna Demi Grow is a comparable model with great seating versatility but isn't equipped with storage under the seat when used in doubles mode.
Other options include all-terrain twin buggies and fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. They are more expensive, but they are designed for long-distance trips over rough terrain and have higher resale prices.
Independent seat recline
If you're looking for a double buggy that is able to transport children of various ages, you'll require a model with an recline that is independent for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to rest in the back while the baby is in the bassinet, and vice versa.
Think about the width of your stroller and consider how easy it is for you to get through doors and public transportation. If your doorways are very narrow, you may be considering a side by side pushchair, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller but can still fit two seats and car seat adaptors.
Tandem buggies tend to be larger than side-by-side models, which makes them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However they can be able to accommodate more combinations of car seats/car seats/seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of various age. These buggies are priced higher than single to lightweight double pushchair buggies but they're well worth it if you plan to keep it for a number of years. They'll also keep a good amount of value when sold once your kids have outgrown the buggie.
Another important feature to look out for is if the backs of the seats can recline independently of each other as this will let you put your child in the best twin buggy position for naps or watching. This is especially important when you have a younger child in the rear seat, who will prefer to lay back and take a snooze while the older child wants to sit up and look around their surroundings.
Certain brands have a distinctive design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline fully into a position that is almost flat, ideal for newborns. For instance the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline both the toddler seat that comes with it and the add-on RumbleSeat to multiple positions, so your kids can have a choice of where they will sit, as well as offering an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that can be seen from afar.
More spacious than twin buggies
There's no need to have twins in order to benefit from a wider double buggy. They're great for siblings of different age groups. They allow you to move around without worrying about your children touching each other. They're typically a little longer too, with one seat sitting behind the other and usually offering a fully-flat recline for newborns (or a more upright position for toddlers).
A popular option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which features the slimmest side-by-side design on the market and has an identical footprint to a single buggy. It has an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push, and a handbrake which is helpful on steep hills. It is suitable from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots. This means it makes an excellent travel system.
Another option is the iCandy Wave, which has an easy one-click fold and can be used in mono or duo mode. The clever frame expands in width to accommodate a second chair and can be used to accommodate up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a great choice for older siblings that would like to be seated together. It's slightly bigger than the other models, but it feels light and has soft suspension for kerbs.
There are also plenty of 3-wheeler tandems inline available - check out Phil and Teds' inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for example they provide stability and swift steering. They are often folded into a single buggy if you are limited in space at home or need to carry it from the car to the bus stop.
It's important to keep in mind that a wide double buggy will be heavier and bulkier than a smaller single buggy Make sure that you're getting what you need before you purchase. It is likely to be used on trains, buses, and subways frequently so it must be easy to manage and use. It is possible that you will need to move the car seat when you take your child to school or nursery.
From birth, you're an ideal candidate
There will be a need for a pushchair for the whole family, whether you're expecting twins or you have another child after having your first. Double buggies are typically a bit heavier, bulkier and more expensive than single strollers, however they can also be easier to manoeuvre in narrower doorways or around obstacles like curbs. Many are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or through an accessory purchase) which means you can carry three children at a time.
Tandem pushchairs place one child ahead of the other. They're a good option if your children are of similar ages and get along well. They're not foolproof. Siblings sitting side-by-side can punch or kick each other and children of different heights may fight over who sits taller. A tandem high-low model can solve this issue by elevating the seat towards the rear, which will prevent your older child from sitting on the bottom and not having much of a view.
The iCandy Wave is a great option for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can accommodate a newborn in a carrycot, and an older child in the main seat. It has a clever frame which expands in width when you add the second child seat. It also folds flat to make it a compact storage. The padded buckles, straps and seats are all of the best double stroller quality we have encountered in our testing. The canopies are large in size, UPF 50+ protection, as well as a windows that peek out. Both seats can recline independently.
The only drawback to the iCandy is that it's expensive however, a good tandem will last for years and maintain its resale value, so you'll probably recoup some of the cost in the long run. It also doesn't offer the same variety of seating configurations as some of our other top choices however, the iCandy is a good option for families who don't wish to spend a fortune.