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What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy

A most compact double stroller side-by-side with tiny footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doorways). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors) to increase the frame's weight capacity for children up to 50 pounds.

Budget double tandem pushchair with suspension for the front and back for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.

Size

In general, cheap double stroller pushchairs (nativ.Media) are wider than single models, especially when they're side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 and UPPAbaby Vista 2. The good news is that this extra width lets them to carry heavier kids without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out umbrellas that come with SPF 50 protection and peekaboo windows and swivel-lock front wheels that help navigate tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't designed for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides quite well.

These lightweight side-by-side buggies are surprisingly affordable.

Weight

The heavier the double buggy the more easy it is to lift and maneuver. The Joie Evalite Duo is a good choice if you need to be aware of weight. It's the lightest of our Lab tests, but it still has plenty of features, such as nice-sized pop-out canopies with SPF 50 and windows that peek out as well as a quick-release fold which folds flat in just a few seconds; four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel front wheel that makes maneuvering tight shops and supermarket aisles easy. It's priced at just over $1000 is a very affordable stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.

Flexibility

A good double buggy will provide a great deal of flexibility, regardless if you have twins or two toddlers or a baby. Buggies that are narrow can be used to fit into small spaces. Side-by-side models enable you to keep the eye on your children and keep them safe while you go to the park or shopping. Many also have a wide selection of seating options that allow you to modify the seat as your children grow, and some even have the option to add an extra ride-on board or car seat.

The Joie Evalite duo is a perfect illustration. It can accommodate two seats or a car seat and its adaptors that are easy to use allow you to change from single to double in just a few seconds. It comes with a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and a peekaboo window in both seats. A standing fold is simple to perform and fast.

The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are ideal for narrow doors and aisles. They also can easily accommodate twins and a big kid by adding UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is available separately). The basket is generous and includes all the accessories like liners and raincovers.

Tandem buggies are usually designed with your children seated together. This can make them more stable and easy to push on uneven surfaces, but they can be a challenge to maneuver around and over kerbs. They typically have a bigger footprint than a single-seater pushchair, and may be a bit longer to get through doorways.

Comfort

One of the more comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tried, this buggy features raised stadium-style seating for both seats so your children enjoy the view; large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as the cup holder that is single-parent. Testers love the way that the seats recline individually by squeezing a lever under each seat. They also note that the straps are simple to secure and remove with just one hand. The handle is easy to turn, making it simple to fold. It can also be put away by putting the backrest up for easy access.

This is the perfect choice for families looking to expand with their children. It is available in 30 different configurations. It can carry twins or a toddler, as well as three children with an 'PiggyBack Board'. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension make it suitable on kerbs and in the city too. It's also reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends this for children ages 0-6. of six.