Three Wheeled Buggies
Three-wheeled buggies are great for strolling around the neighborhood or running. Their compact design makes them easy to maneuver even in tight spots.
If you're looking for a smooth ride on your baby, select models with 360deg front wheels with swivel. They are prone, however, to punctures. Make sure you have an emergency repair kit.
Sturdy frame
New figures show that three-wheeled buggies, the emblem of the noughties, which had more money than common sense, are in a steep decline. Four-wheelers have replaced them, which are more versatile and easier to drive while still looking elegant.
The basic principle is that the larger the wheels are, the easier it'll be for your buggy to cope with bumpy ground and rough pavements. The larger wheels, both front and rear enable you to maneuver and more stable while walking downhill or over difficult terrain.
MFM reviewer Kath tested this buggy with an infant and a 3-year-old child and found it extremely robust. It was able to handle grass, cobbles and rough pavements, aswell as dirt tracks and kerbs. She said that it felt solid to push and extremely solid on rough terrain. Its tyres (which are inflatable and require periodic pumping) come with suspension built-in that was very comfortable for my children.
Another thing to take into consideration is the size and shape. You will want it to be large enough to accommodate your child's comfort and you will also require it to recline to allow them to lie flat. Some three-wheel buggies offer a lie-flat option that lets your child face you, while other buggies only allow a face-to-parent one.
The Roma Atlas is a great alternative for off-road or muddy walks. The buggy can be used as a one-person unit from birth and then adapts to accommodate two children as your family grows. 3 wheeler strollers is suitable for babies and toddlers from age four and comes with a bumper bar, raincover, an improved 5-point harness and a spacious cushioned seat. Storage options are also good with a large basket, zip pockets on the hood, and a handy pouch at the rear of seat unit.
Larger wheels
Larger wheels means that your buggy will be more stable on uneven terrain, which is ideal for buggies designed for off-road use. In addition, they allow you to maneuver the pushchair in tight spaces. A lot of three-wheeled buggies come with the front wheels that swivel to aid you in maneuvering around corners with ease, whereas others are designed for running and have fixed front wheels that lock to improve the speed and stability at which they can be driven. This is also helpful if you bump into a tree root or stray road, as the front wheel will lift up to keep you from hitting it.
A majority of 3 wheeled pushchairs have air-filled tyres, which allows them to navigate a wide range of terrains. They are also more flexible than 4 wheelers. They're also lighter. They are more prone to punctures, and you'll require an repair kit and spare inner tubes on hand.
Some of our favourite 3-wheelers include the Mountain Buggy Core and Venicci Carbo Lux. Both of these buggies come with larger wheels that, as per MFM reviewer Kath, "perform really well on gravel tracks, grass and market town cobbles" and are able to easily move up and down kerbs. They also have a suspension system that according to her "smoothes out bumps extremely effectively".
Buggies with larger wheels can be quite wide and they may be a challenge to fit into narrow spaces. This is a problem if you use it for jogging, or need to fit through narrow doorways while traveling. Most models come with compact folding options that let you remove the front wheels and store them more compactly.
Easy to Manoeuvre
One of the main benefits of a three-wheel buggy is that it is much easier to maneuver especially with a child on the way. They are designed to ensure that the front wheels can turn on a dime, and are easy to maneuver, making them perfect for challenging terrain such as cobblestones, parks, bumpy roads, and dirt tracks.
MFM reviewer Kath tried a 3-wheeler with her newborn and toddler and said: "The Terrain was a pleasure to navigate over the rough ground with the swivel rear wheel particularly useful. I was also awed by the way it handled kerbs when using the hand-operated break. I found it extremely stable when going downhill or over uneven terrain."
The only downside to this amazing maneuverability is that the larger wheels of the 3 wheel buggy can sometimes make it difficult to fit into tight spaces. This is something you need to be aware of when you live in a city. If this is the case, a 4-wheeled buggy may be the better option for you.
Bumper bar
Bumper bars will protect your child from scrapes and bumps when out and about. These bumper bars are easy to install, and will help your child feel secure and safe while out and about.
This bumper bar is designed to match the sleek lines of the sleek lines of your Slim Twin stroller. It has a soft, cushioned surface to provide an ideal place for your child to grasp onto while walking. The robust construction and durable design will ensure that your child will be capable of enjoying a stroll through the city without fear of falling or leaning forward.
The fabric sling seat sits snug inside the frame rather than sitting on top like modular seats. It provides the lower centre of gravity at the ideal height for your infant and also providing excellent weight distribution for easy kerb pop (it takes less effort to push a buggy up and over the curb than you think). MFM reviewer Kath said it was great on grass and cobbles. It's also a great option for running thanks to its air-filled tyres as well as a the lockable swivel wheel.
This bumper bar is sure to turn heads wherever it is used. It has a sophisticated and fashionable design. Available in a variety of finishes and colours that can be customized to fit your style. It has a simple, quick-release mechanism that makes it simple to remove and install the bumper bar whenever needed. The bumper bar is easy to clean as it is made of strong materials. This makes it a great option for families looking for an attractive and secure accessory for their stroller.
Comfort
A 3-wheel buggy is the ideal off-road vehicle to maneuver and performance. With the perfect geometry and engineering, as well as weight distribution this style of buggy can turn on a dime and be a breeze to steer with just one hand; and all Mountain Buggies are tested to the same rigorous stability standards and tests as 4-wheel buggies.
Designed with fabric sling seat placed snugly within the frame rather than on top of it like modular seats, the Sport's clever design allows it to have a lower center of gravity that is the perfect height for your child - providing you with a smoother push, a less hefty curb pop (you do not require the same amount of weight or effort to pop the buggy's nose up and over the curb) and a better stability and balance. And with the huge rear wheels that measure 16 inches, lockable swivel front wheel and tyres filled with air that only require occasional pumping to give you a bump free ride over rough terrain and a smoother and more comfortable jog as well.
As the only all-terrain pushchair in our collection to come with a seat for parents that can also take a car seat or carrycot, you can future proof your family and have fun on every moment of your day and into the future in the footprint of one buggy!
Kath, our MFM reviewer, also appreciated the roominess of the buggy. There's a large easily accessible basket that's surprisingly roomy for a buggy of this size as well as a handy zipped pouch on the back of the seat unit, and even 2 smaller mesh pockets in the hood to store your keys and phone.