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Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

If you have twins or children very close in age, a tandem Double Running stroller buggie is a great option. They're a bit smaller than side-byside buggies, and ideal for maneuvering tight spaces, such as doors, on public transport and on rocky terrain.

Many convert into travel systems that include two carrycots or car seats. However, they can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs and might feel less stable when as they bump up kerbs.

Convertible

There are many options for adding a second seating or changing a single stroller into double travel stroller. The UPPAbaby is a spacious, gorgeous stroller. It is easily converted from a single to a dual by adding an rumble seat. However, it's expensive and less mobile than other double pram stroller strollers due to the fact that the second seat goes to the left of the front seat. Nuna Demi Grow provides a similar choice however, it doesn't have storage underneath the seat when used as a cheap double buggy stroller.

Other alternatives include twin buggies with all-terrain wheels, and joggers with fixed wheels that can hold two kids. These tend to be more expensive, however they're designed for long-distance trips over rough terrain and could have a higher resale value.

Reclining seat recline independently

If you need a double buggy that can transport children of different age groups, then you'll require a model with an independent seat recline for both seats. This allows your older child to relax while the baby is in the bassinet, and vice versa.

Think about the width of your stroller to determine how easy it is for you to navigate through doors and on public transport. 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 that is similar to a single stroller but can still accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are typically larger than side-by-side models, making them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However they can also accommodate a wider range of combinations of seats/carrycots/car seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of various ages. They also tend to be more expensive than single-to double buggies, but are a worthwhile purchase if you plan to keep it for many years and will have a decent amount of resale value in the event that you decide to sell it when your children are out of it.

This feature will allow you to put your child in a comfortable position for naps or observation. This is especially important when you have a child younger than in the rear seat who will prefer to lay back and take a snooze while the older child would prefer to sit and observe their surroundings.

Certain brands have a distinctive design that allows the back seat of their vehicles to recline to a position that is nearly flat, which is ideal for newborns. For example, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating that can recline both the toddler seat included and the additional RumbleSeat to multiple positions, to give your kids a a choice of where to sit as well as providing an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has windows that peek out.

Wider than twin buggies

There's no need to have twins to benefit from a wider double buggy. They're great for siblings of various age groups and let you get around without worrying about your children touching. They are usually a little larger with one seat in front of the other. The seats can be reclined fully for babies or placed in an upright position for toddlers.

A popular choice is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which is the tiniest side-by-side model available and has a footprint similar to one buggy. It also features an adjustable handle, making it easy for parents of different heights to push, and a handbrake that can be useful when you have to climb difficult terrains. It can be used from birth and is compatible with a range of car seats and carrycots, meaning it's a great travel system.

Another option is the iCandy Wave, which has the convenience of a single click to fold and is able to be used in mono or duo mode. The frame's clever design expands in width to accommodate the second chair and can be used up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a fantastic option for older siblings who wish to sit together. It's slightly larger than other models, but it still feels light and has soft suspension for the kerbs.

There are plenty of 3-wheeler tandems with inline wheels that offer stability and swift steering. Check out Phil and Teds inline models or iCandy Peach and Pear buggies. Often these can be folded down to size a single buggy, which is helpful for those who struggle with storage at home or have to carry it in and out of the boot when using public transportation.

Be aware that a two-wheeled buggy will be more heavy and heavier than one that is compact. Be sure you know what you want prior to making a buy. It is likely to be used on trains, buses and subways frequently, so it must be easy to use and manage. It is possible that you will need to move the car seat in and out while taking your child to school or the nursery.

Suitable from birth

You'll need a stroller for your entire family, regardless of whether you're expecting twins or you have another child after you've had your first. double stroller with car seat buggies are generally a bit heavier, bulkier and cost more than single strollers. However, they can also be more maneuverable through 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 at once.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in front of the other. They are a good choice if your children are close in age and are able to get along. But they're not foolproof: Siblings in side-by-side seats could kick or punch each other, and children with different heights may argue over who should sit higher. This issue can be addressed by a tandem high-low design that elevates the seat at the back. Your older child isn't seated at the lower part of the car, and won't get much of an opportunity to see.

The iCandy Wave is a great option for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit a newborn into a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It features an innovative frame that expands in width when you add a second child seat. It can also fold flat to make it a compact storage. The padded seats are comfortable, the straps easy to fasten and the buckles are among the most impressive we've seen in any of our tests. You can recline both seats independently and the canopies are large and generous with UPF 50+ protection as well as peekaboo windows.

The only drawback to the iCandy is that it's a little on the expensive side, but a quality tandem will last for a long time and maintain its resale value, so you'll likely recoup some of the cost in the end. It also doesn't offer the same selection of seating configurations as some of our other top choices however the iCandy is a good option for families that don't want to spend a lot.