How To Outsmart Your Boss 3 Wheel Buggies

3 Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies look stylish and sleek, with great maneuverability. Many of these feature seats made of fabric that have an incredibly comfortable lying flat bed and excellent weight distribution, ideal from birth.

The wheels are bigger and often include suspension to allow for smooth movement on various terrains. The only drawback is that they may be heavier and bulkier to store & transport.

Stability

Three-wheel buggies have lots of stability. They don't fall over more easily when driving straight. You can also maneuver them more quickly. If you turn or stop abruptly, they can lose stability and even tip over. To avoid this, some manufacturers add an extra wheel to their 3 wheel buggy designs in order to improve the stability of the chassis.

The extra wheel also helps you tackle off-road terrain. Look out for models with air-filled tyres (also called pneumatic tyres) as these can cope with off-road trails and other surfaces like rocks, sand, and mud. These models will also have a lockable wheel on the front, which will increase the stability of the vehicle over rough terrain.

Buggies are easy to maneuver and agile thanks to the 360o front swivel wheel. They'll also be able to pass the same rigorous stability standards and tests as 4-wheel buggies.

If you are looking for a seat made of cloth, these tend to be lower in the frame compared to modular seats. This means that your baby's centre of gravity will be closer to the ground, instantly ensuring a smoother ride.

Most well-known for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added an ultra-light travel system and pushchair to its product line with the attractive Citylife. This 3 wheel stroller travel system-in-1 model is designed for urban living and is compatible starting at birth with a newborn car seat or carrycot for infants. It has four wheels and a unique pewter-black aluminium frame that the brand calls'slim and compact. It's smaller at 2cm than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a variety of 3 wheel buggies that can be folded down to fit into smaller spaces. Many can be folded with one hand and are easy to wash down. Some of the smallest models have a simple handlebar-height adjustment, while others feature adjustable suspensions and a 50+ UV canopy that can be extended. They may also feature an enormous, spacious basket and a quick-release brake lever.

The best 3 wheeler for rough terrain

A small 3 Wheel stroller-wheeled buggy is usually better equipped to deal with off-road conditions as in comparison to a model with four wheels however both may get stuck in tight corners. A model with larger front and rear wheels will help. This allows them to push over rough ground and is often helpful in moving up and down steep kerbs.

One option is the new Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its responsive handling despite its three-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tried it with her infant and her 3-year-old, and said "it does really well on bumpy pavements, cobbles gravel tracks and dirt roads, as well as on some hills."

Another great alternative is the newest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy made by Maxi-Cosi's car seat brand named Stella. It can be used from birth if used with a carrycot. It's a bit bigger than the lighter 4-wheelers but it features air-filled tires and three recline positions and a one-handed fold.

Its main selling feature is its modularity. It's compatible with all of the brands' baby strollers 3 wheels and car seats. This means you can build your ideal travel system for your day-to-day or longer walks, using just the chassis as a foundation.

Tyres

The tyres on 3 wheel buggies come in a range of styles and materials, and each has its pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres provide a smooth ride and great maneuverability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you choose will be based on your personal preferences and the location you live in.

If you plan to travel on roads that are not paved or in rough terrain frequently you may want to consider a three-wheeler equipped with more durable tyres. Also, you should consider the type of suspension that you require. Strong suspension is useful for handling bumps and humps, but it can be heavy and add to the overall weight of your pushchair.

Another crucial aspect to take into consideration is tyre size. Knowing how to understand tyre sizing is vital for maintaining safety as well as performance and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on the sidewalls of tyres can be confusing, but once you decode it, you'll be able to comprehend the dimensions of the tyre. For instance, a tyre size of "185/70 R14 is a sign that the tire is a 185/70 radial that has 14 inches of rim diameter.

PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber tires. If you are unsure if the tires on a pushchair are made of rubber or PU, try sliding the tires across the surface with a smooth surface. If they slide easily, then the tires are made from PU. If not, then they are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a three wheel buggy can make it more comfortable for your child because it absorbs any bumps or knocks from rough terrain. Large wheels that are air-filled, and are able to be locked to provide stability when running are crucial. This will allow your buggy to navigate off-road surfaces easily.

Depending on the style of buggie you're seeking, there are options that will fit all lifestyles and budgets. For example the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility with its three-wheel buggies. With the perfect geometry and engineering their sling seat made of fabric sits snug within the frame, as opposed to on top like modular seats, resulting in an lower center of gravity and sitting at the perfect height for the best weight distribution, allowing it to easily take on kerb pops.

Another great option is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule that boasts a sleek style with a massive, manoeuvrable front wheel, a great suspension and an easy-to-use handbrake that twists. MFM reviewer Kath put this double buggy 3 wheels through its trials by walking on a rough terrain. She found that it was able to handle it very well, saying that it "navigates over grass, bumpy cobbles, sidewalks, and dirt tracks, and makes it easy to go up and down kerbs".

The Roma Atlas is another popular off-road option that, similar to the Urban Glide 2, comes in a variety of colors to suit your style. It also has an adjustable handlebar and a spacious basket. You can also pick from a variety of infant car seats that transform the buggy into a pram. This includes the stylishly designed carrycot plus(tm) that is a comfortable lie-flat bed for newborns and babies that are up to 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make the buggy more stable and less likely to tip and easier to maneuver. It is also more secure for your child since the weight of their body is evenly distributed across the frame.

A four-wheeled vehicle has a lower center of gravity, which makes it easier to get over curbs and get up. The fabric sling seat sits within the frame, not over it as modular seats. This makes for a low-slung seating position and a lighter buggy that can be easily manoeuvred.

If you're planning to run with your child, an all-wheeler is the best option. It has a suspension system that allows the front wheel to be independent from the rear one. This will allow you to take on rough terrain or bumpy roads. However, not all four wheel buggies are able to be used for running. Mountain Buggies are the exception, as they have a specially-designed suspension system that's been tested independently across all kinds of terrain.