Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy can be a great choice when you have twins or children who are close in age. They are narrower than side-by-side buggies and are great for narrow spaces like doors, public transport and rough terrain.

Some can be converted to travel systems that use two carrycots or child car seats. They are typically heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.

Convertible

There are a variety of options to add a second seat or converting a single stroller to a double running stroller. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a big, beautiful stroller that converts easily from a single model to 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 is placed behind the front seat. Nuna Demi Grow offers a similar option, but it lacks storage under the seat when it is used as a double stroller.

Other options include twin buggy umbrella stroller (navigate to this website) buggies with all-terrain wheels and joggers with fixed wheels that can accommodate two children. They are generally more expensive, but they're made for long trips over rough terrain, and may have greater resales value.

Independent seat recline

If you're looking for a double buggy that can transport children of various ages then you're going to require a model with an independent seat recline for both seats. This allows your child of a higher age to rest while the baby is sleeping in a bassinet and the reverse is true.

Take into consideration the size of your pushchair, as this will determine the ease of you to navigate through doors and public transport. If your doorways are very narrow, you may think about a side by side pushchair, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller however can still fit two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies tend to be longer than side by side models, making them more difficult to maneuver around and down kerbs. However, they can accommodate more combinations of car seats, carrycots and seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of different age groups. They are more expensive than single buggies to double, but they're worth it if you intend on keeping it for many years. They will also retain some value if sold when your kids have outgrown it.

Another important feature to look for is if the seat backs can recline independently of each other since this will allow you to put your child in the most optimal position for napping or observation. This is important when your child is in the back seat and wants to nap while the older child prefers to sit up and observe the surrounding.

Some brands feature an exclusive seat design that allows the back seat to fully recline into an almost flat position, which is ideal for infants. For example the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline the included toddler seat and the add-on RumbleSeat into multiple positions so that your children have a the option of where they want to sit, as well as offering 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 bigger double buggy. They're great for siblings of various age groups. They allow you to go about your day without worrying about your children touching each other. They're usually a more spacious with one seat in front of the other. The seats can be reclined fully for babies or placed in an upright position for toddlers.

Mountain Buggy Duet is a popular option. It is the slimmest design of the two-in-ones on the market and a footprint that is comparable 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 that is useful when tackling steep hills. It is suitable to use from birth and it can be combined with a variety of car seats and carrycots.

The iCandy Wave is another option. It folds in either mono or duo mode with just a single click. The frame's clever design expands widthways to accommodate a second seat and can be used with two car seats or carrycots which makes it an ideal choice for older siblings who want to sit together and share the view. It's slightly longer than other models, but it feels light and has soft suspension for the kerbs.

There are many 3-wheeler tandems with inline tires that offer stability and quick steering. Check out Phil and Teds inline models, or iCandy Peach and Pear buggies. Most of them can be folded into the size of one buggy which is useful when you have trouble storing it at home or have to carry it in and out of the car when you travel on public transportation.

Be aware that a double-wide buggy is heavier and bulkier than one compact buggy. Make sure you know what you want before you buy. It will be used on buses, trains and subways often, so it must be easy to manage and use. You may 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 know it can be easily manoeuvred in small spaces.

The best time to start is when you are born.

If you're expecting twins, or have a second child after your first, you're likely to need to find a stroller that can accommodate the entire family. double pushchair from birth buggies tend to be heavier and bulkier as well as more expensive than single strollers. However they are much easier to maneuver in tighter doorways, or around obstacles like curbs. Many double buggies can be used with piggyback boards (available from the manufacturer or as an accessory). This lets you transport three children at the same time.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in front of the other. They're a great option for children who are similar in age and are good friends. But they're not foolproof Siblings in a side-by-side seat may punch or kick each other, and children with different heights may argue over who should sit higher. A tandem high-low model is able to solve this issue by elevating the seat to the rear, which will prevent your older child from sitting on the bottom and not getting the best view.

The iCandy Wave is a great option for parents looking for an easy-to-use double buggy that converts to accommodate a newborn in a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It has an innovative frame that increases in size when you add a second child seat. It also folds flat for storage that is compact. The cushioned seats, straps and buckles are all of the best double strollers quality we have seen in our tests. Both seats can recline independently, and the canopies are large and generous with UPF 50+ protection and peekaboo windows.

The only drawback of the iCandy is that it's on the expensive side however, a good tandem will last for a long time and will retain its resale value, so you'll probably recoup some of the cost over the long term. It also doesn't offer the same selection of seating configurations that others of our top choices however the iCandy is a good choice for families that don't want to shell out a lot of money.