The Hidden Secrets Of Tandem Double Buggy

Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

If you have twins or children similar in age, a tandem double car seat stroller buggie is a great option. They are smaller than side by side buggies, and are ideal for narrow spaces like doors, public transport and rocky terrain.

Some transform into travel systems that include two carrycots or car seats. They are typically heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.

Convertible

If you're looking for convertible stroller For twins with car seats that converts from single to double or to add another seat to an existing one, there are several options available. The Vista V2 from UPPAbaby is spacious, gorgeous stroller that converts easily from a single model to a double by incorporating the rumble seat (available separately). It's costly and less mobile than other double strollers due to the fact that the second seat goes to the left of the front seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice, but it lacks storage underneath the seat when used as a double stroller.

Other options include twin buggies that have all-terrain wheels, and joggers with fixed wheels that can accommodate two children. They are more expensive but they are designed for long trips on rough terrain and come with higher resale prices.

Reclining the seat independently

If you are looking for a double stroller which can accommodate children of different age groups, you'll require one with independent seat recliner for both seats. This will allow your older child to relax while the baby is sleeping in a bassinet, and vice versa.

You'll also have to think about the size of the pushchair, as this will impact the ease of traverse doors and public transport. If you have narrow doorways then it might be worthwhile to consider a side-by-side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet which has the advantage of having a footprint comparable to a single buggy however, it is able to use two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies tend to be longer than side by side models, which makes them more difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However they can also accommodate a wider range of combinations of car seats/car seats/seats and can make the perfect choice for twins and siblings of different ages. They can also be more expensive than single-to double infant strollers buggies, but are a worthwhile investment if you intend to keep it for years and will have a decent amount of resale value should you sell it on after your children have grown out of it.

This feature allows you to put your child in the most comfortable position for naps or to observe. This is especially important when you have a young child in the rear seat who may want to lie back and take a snooze while the more mature child wants to sit up and look around their surroundings.

Some brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline fully to a position that is almost flat, perfect for babies. For instance, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline both the toddler seat included as well as the optional RumbleSeat into various positions so your kids can have the option of deciding where they will sit, and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out.

Larger than twin buggies

There's no need to have twins in order to benefit from a larger double buggy from birth buggy - they're ideal for siblings of different ages and allow you to move around without having to worry about your children touching each other. They're usually a bit longer too with one seat positioned behind the other, and typically with a fully-flat recline option for babies (or an upright position for toddlers).

Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular choice. It is the slimmest design of the two-in-ones on the market and a footprint that is similar to the footprint of a single stroller. It also has an adjustable handle, which makes it easier for parents of various heights to push and a handbrake, which is useful when tackling steep hills. It can be used from birth and is compatible with a variety of car seats and carrycots, which means it is a great travel system.

Another alternative is the iCandy Wave, which has a simple one-click to fold and is able to be used in mono or duo mode. The frame's clever design expands to accommodate a second chair and can be used with up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a fantastic choice for older siblings that wish to sit together. It's a bit longer than other models, but it feels light and has soft suspension for kerbs.

There are a lot of 3-wheeler tandems inline available - check out Phil and Teds inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies, for example that provide stability and quick steering. They are often folded into a single buggy if you are limited in space at home or you need to transport it from the car to the bus stop.

Be aware that a double-wide buggy is more heavy and bulkier than one compact buggy. Be sure to know what you want before you purchase. It will be used on trains, buses and subways often, so it should be easy to manage and use. You might also have to juggle it on and off the car seat when you take your children to nursery or school so you'll need to be aware it can be easily manoeuvred in small spaces.

From your birth, you are a suitable candidate

You'll need a pushchair for your entire family regardless of whether you're expecting twins or you have another child after having your first. Double buggies are typically heavier and bulkier, as well as more expensive than single strollers. However, they are more maneuverable in narrower doors or around obstacles such as curbs. Many double buggies are compatible with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an add-on). This allows you to transport three children simultaneously.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in the front of the other, and they're generally a better option for families with two children who are similar in age to get along well. But they're not completely safe: Siblings in side-by-side seats can kick or punch each other, and kids who are different heights can argue over who gets to sit higher. A tandem high-low model could solve this issue by elevating the seat at the rear, which prevents your child's height from sitting on the bottom and not having the best view.

The iCandy Wave is a good choice for parents looking for a convertible double buggy that includes a carrycot that is able to accommodate both the newborn and the older child. It has a clever frame that can be expanded in width when you add the second seat and folds down to flattish storage. The padded straps, buckles, and seats are all of the best quality we have seen in any of our tests. The canopy is large in size, UPF 50+ protection, and a windows that peek out. Both seats are reclined independently.

The only downside to the iCandy tandem is that it's a bit expensive. However, a quality tandem will last for many years and have the highest resale value, so in the end, you'll likely recoup some of the cost. It also doesn't offer the same range of seating configurations as the other top picks however, the iCandy is a good choice for families that don't want to spend a lot.