You’ll Never Guess This Tandem Double Buggy’s Benefits

Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy can be a great choice when you have twins or children who are very close in age. They’re a bit smaller than side-byside buggies and ideal for navigating tight spaces, such as entrances, on public transportation and on rocky terrain.

Some convert into travel systems that use two carrycots or car seats. They are often heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.

Convertible

If you’re looking for a convertible stroller that can be converted from a single to a double or to add a second seat to an existing one, there’s several options available. The UPPAbaby V2 is a spacious, gorgeous stroller. It is easily converted from a single to a double by adding a seating area with a rumble. It is more expensive and less maneuverable due to the fact that the second seat is positioned behind the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow is a similar model, but it lacks storage under the seat when it’s used as a double stroller.

Other options include twin buggies with all-terrain wheels and joggers with fixed wheels that can accommodate two kids. They are more expensive, but they are made for long trips on rough terrain and come with more expensive resales.

Independent seat recline

If you require a double buggy that is able to transport children of various ages then you’re going to need a buggy that has an recline that is independent for both seats. This will allow your older child to sit back and relax while the baby sleeps in the bassinet, and reverse.

You’ll also need to think about the size of the pushchair, as this will impact how easy it is to get through doors and on public transport. If your doors are narrow, you may want to consider a side by side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint similar to a single stroller however it can accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are generally smaller than side-byside models and so aren’t as easily maneuverable through kerbs and up and down, however, they can accommodate a wider range of car seat/car seat combinations, making them a good option for twins or siblings of different age groups. They are priced higher than single-to-double buggies however they’re worth it if you plan on keeping it for many years. They’ll also keep an impressive amount of value when sold once your children are old enough to use it.

Another thing to look out for is if the backs of the seats can recline independently from one another since this will allow you to place your child in the best position to nap or observe. This is important if your child is in the back seat and wants to take a nap while the more mature child prefers to sit and observe the surroundings.

Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back seat of their vehicles to fully recline into a position that is nearly flat, which is ideal for newborns. The iCandy Orange, for example is a stadium-style seat that can be reclined in various positions. It also offers UPF 50+ sun protection and peekaboo windows.

More spacious than twin buggies

You don’t need to have twins in order to benefit from a bigger double buggy. They’re perfect for siblings of various age groups. They allow you to move around without having to worry about your children touching. They are usually a little more spacious, with one seat behind the other. The seats can be reclined completely for infants, or put in 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 similar to one stroller. It has an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push and a handbrake that is useful on steep hills. It is suitable to use from birth and can be used with a variety of car seats and carrycots.

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 can be expanded to accommodate a second chair and can be used with two carrycots or car seats so it’s an excellent option for older siblings that want to sit in a group and share the view. It’s a little longer than other models, but it’s light to steer and comes with soft suspension that can handle kerbs.

There are also a variety of 3-wheeler tandems inline available – check out Phil and Teds inline models or iCandy’s Peach and Pear buggies, for instance – which provide stability and swift steering. Often these can be folded down to the size of one buggy which is useful when you have trouble storing it at home or need to carry it in and out of the car on public transport.

It’s worth bearing in mind that a wide double buggy will feel bulkier and heavier than a compact single buggy So make sure it’s what you need before you buy. It will be used on trains, buses and subways often, therefore it must be simple to operate and use. You might also have to move it on and off the car seat while taking your children to nursery or school so you’ll need to ensure it’s easy to maneuver within small spaces.

From birth, you’re a good candidate

You’ll need a stroller for your entire family whether you’re expecting twins or you have a second child after you’ve had your first. double pushchair sale buggies are typically larger, heavier and more expensive than single strollers. However, they can also be easier to maneuver in narrower entrances or around obstacles like curbs. Many are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or through a separate accessory purchase) so you can transport three children at once.

Tandem pushchairs seat one child in front of the other, and they’re often a better choice when you have two children who are close enough in age to function well together. They’re not foolproof. Siblings sitting side-by-side can kick or punch each other and children of different heights may fight over who sits taller. This issue can be resolved by a tandem high-low design that elevates the seat at the back. Your older child isn’t seated at the lowest part of the car and won’t get much of an opportunity to see.

The iCandy Wave is a great choice for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit both a newborn in a carrycot, and an older child in the main seat. It has an intelligent frame that expands in width when you add a second child seat. It folds flat to make it a compact storage. The padded straps, buckles, and seats are all of the highest quality we have encountered in our testing. The canopies are large in size with UPF 50+ protection, and a windows that peek out. Both seats are reclined independently.

The only drawback to the iCandy tandem is that it is quite expensive. But a high-quality tandem will last for a long time and will have an attractive resale value so at the end of the day you’ll likely recover a portion of the cost. It doesn’t come with the same range of seating options as some of our other top picks, but the iCandy is a good choice for families who don’t wish to spend a fortune.