What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A side-by-side double that has small footprint (for narrow entrances and on public transport). Add seats or carrycots (with adaptors), to increase the frame's weight capacity for children weighing up to 50lbs.
A great barebones budget double with front and rear suspension to make light work of uneven surfaces, a large storage basket and padded handlebar for parents with different heights.
Size
Double pushchairs tend to be larger than single ones, especially when they are side-byside buggies, such as the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good thing is that this extra width enables them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. Other features make them stand out: large pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 protection and large peekaboo windows, swivel-lock front wheels to aid in maneuvering tight spaces like shopping aisles as well as a cup holder that can be used by one parent, and a clever fold mechanism that is one-handed. The 10-inch wheels aren't built for rough terrain but can handle city streets and theme park rides well.
These lightweight side-by-side buggies come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The lighter a double-buggy is the more easy it will be to move and lift. twin pushchairs pushchairsandprams.uk , which is the lightest of our lab tests, is an excellent option if weight is an issue. It still has plenty of features like the large pop-out canopy, SPF50 and a peekaboo windows and a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in a matter of seconds and a four-wheel suspension for rough terrain and a swivel wheel on the front that makes it easy to maneuver narrow aisles in supermarkets and shops. It's priced at just over $1000 It's also a great value stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy is a fantastic option for parents with twins or even a toddler and a baby. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal to fit into narrow spaces, while side by side models ensure that your children are properly cared for and allow you to keep an eye on them while you travel around the supermarket or the park. They also come with a wide range of seat configurations which allows you to alter to your child's needs as they grow. Some come with the option of adding a ride-on or car seat.
The Joie Evalite duo is an excellent illustration. It can hold two seats or a car seat, and its adaptors that are easy to use let you change from single to double in a matter of seconds. It has a large pop-out canopy shade with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable legrests and the window that peeks out from both seats. A standing fold is simple to do and quick.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. Their slim frames are ideal to navigate narrow aisles and doors, while they can easily hold twins or a baby and an adult due to the addition of UPPAbaby's 'PiggyBack board (which you buy separately). They come with a large basket, and come with all the accessories you may require, such as rain covers and liners.
Tandem buggies typically have children seated together, which can make them easier to push and more stable on uneven surfaces but can be tricky to maneuver between kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit longer to pass through doorways.
Comfort
One of the more comfortable and lightweight doubles we've tried, this buggy features elevated stadium-style seating for both seats so your children have a great view. It also has nice-sized UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows; a padded toddler seat, as well as an add-on RumbleSeat, which has an adjustable leg and foot rests; as well as the cup holder that is single-parent. The seats can recline independently by pressing a lever beneath each seat. Testers also love how the straps can be fastened and removed with just one hand. The handle is simple to twist and makes it easy to fold. It can also be put away with the backrest up to make it easy to access.
This is a great option for families who want to expand with their children. It comes in 30 different configurations. It can accommodate twins, a toddler and three children when you add a 'PiggyBack board'. Its spacious shopping basket as well as soft suspension make it suitable on roads and in cities too. It is also very reasonably priced. BabyGearLab recommends it to children from 6 to 12 years old.