How To Get Better Results Out Of Your Best Double Stroller

How to Choose the Best Double Stroller

If you're in the market for a double stroller there are plenty of options. Katie Billingsley, a child development expert and mother, was able to help us choose the right one for you.

Look for a stroller that's relatively easy to push, fold and carry. You should consider a stroller that can hold two infant car seats or a toddler that has a riderboard.

Safety

If you want to keep your kids safe while walking opt for a double stroller that has features like all-terrain tires and a hand-operated brake. These wheels and brakes will help you navigate trails or sidewalks without your kids slipping or rolling off. The best double strollers also offer plenty of storage space for gear and kids-sized items like snacks and toys.

The first step to choosing the best double stroller is to determine the age of your children and how far apart they are. Many double strollers only can accommodate one child's seat, however, those do come with various configurations so that you can choose the type of seating that best suits your kids and your lifestyle.

The classic doubles are great for children of similar ages that like to interact. Double-decker designs permit you to place one seat over the other, or attach a riderboard to older siblings. Newborns can be snuggled into a bassinet attached to the frame or in a standalone attachment that allows you to have an unobstructed view of your baby. If you have twins or are expecting twins, a specially designed twin stroller is the way to go.

Find a double-wheeled stroller that can handle off-road terrain and even hiking. Many of these strollers were designed with active parents and their children in mind. They have features that let you take them on any adventure no regardless of how difficult or steep the climbs might be.

In addition to all-terrain tires, the best double strollers have thoughtful features that make navigating tough terrain and weather easier. This jogging stoller, for example, has a wrist loop, so you can ensure your child's safety when going downhill at a higher speed or in extreme weather conditions. It also has a full-coverage canopy that is ventilated to keep your children cool during summer heat.

If you're looking for a lightweight, compact double stroller, check out this model from Joovy. It weighs less than 23 pounds. It's perfect for air travel and storage in overhead compartments or trunks. It also comes with a large storage basket and an integrated parking brake that's easy to use.

Seating

Contrary to the giant strollers of old, today's double strollers are sleek and can accommodate an array of configurations to fit families. Some work as traditional side-by-side strollers while others--such as the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double Stroller - function as a base to which car seats, toddler seats, or bassinets snap into. They come in various widths and weight limits to fit children from birth through kindergarten.

A quality double stroller should be easy to fold and maneuver, as well as allowing you to adjust your handlebar height to ensure you are comfortable throughout your excursions. A good handlebar is easy to hold and should inspire you to walk in a safe manner (ask for tips from other parents). It should also have various storage options that will accommodate all the necessities you'll require for your kids.

If your twins are close in age, you might find a tandem stroller works best for your family. These strollers have seats that are side-byside, which means you can interact with them each other and keep an eye on each of them at the same. They also recline separately so that one child can rest while the other is ready to go.

The downside to a twin stroller is that it can be wider than a single-occupant model and can make it difficult to navigate sidewalks, shop aisles and narrow doors. But for certain families, the advantages are worth the extra size and effort.

If you're looking for a compact double stroller the UPPAbaby Vista V2 Double is a great option. Its shock absorption, streamlined design, and capacity for two infant car seats, plus an optional running board for mobile older children make it a perfect choice for city living.

Another option is a wagon-style double stroller, like the Delta Children LX Side-by-Side Stroller. This model is bare bones but it comes with plenty of storage and seating space. It also comes with heavy-duty wheels that can take on any terrain. It also comes with a 50+ SPF canopy and adjustable handlebars. Some parents complain that the seats are too low and don't recline fully flat, making it hard for small children to reach their snack trays or get comfortable.

Simple to use

A double stroller can be a significant investment and one that you hope to use for a long time. When you are shopping for one, you want to make sure it will be easy to operate and clean. The best double strollers have been developed to be easy-to-use and come with many useful features.

For starters, all the strollers we tested folded easily and compactly (with one hand!). They're also light, which makes them ideal for travel. Many of them can be gate checked on airplanes and fit in the majority of trunks. Most of our testers also found that their strollers can be folded down to a smaller size than their single-seat equivalents. Some even came with a carrying strap.

The Valco Snap Duo trend is double stroller with a lot of versatility that can adapt to the needs of your family. This side-byside stroller is compatible with infant car seats, bassinets, and other accessories, so you can use it from birth until preschool age. Each seat comes with five points of harness and a large canopy. It also offers plenty of sun protection.

The Joovy Twin Roo is another option that is highly praised. It is light and extremely compact, weighing just 22 pounds and 26 inches wide when it's folded. The front seat reclines to almost a full flat position and the back seat features an adjustable recline for each child. The stroller is simple to operate and maneuver due to its large storage basket, easy parking brake that is one step and a large storage basket.

The only drawbacks of the Joovy Twin Roo are minor and specific to that model. Kerry says that the packaging is innovative and fun, but it comes in five boxes, which can be a bit heavy to carry around. She also noticed that the Genuis magnetic buckle was difficult to master. She was pleased with the stroller at the end and would highly recommend it.

Storage

Strollers are available in a variety of sizes and designs, including tandems (single-file seating) and side-by-side doubles and many that let you customize the configuration using a car seat or bassinet attachment. Some come with rider boards that can be added to accommodate older siblings. There are many different types of rider boards. Some are lightweight and easy to use, whereas others are heavy, bulky and difficult to fold.

If you are seeking a stroller with a light weight that can fit two children, the Joovy Caboose Graphite is a great choice. It was the lightest option in our tests at close to 23 lbs and is also easy to fold, yet it still has all of the features parents require to have a great time out with two kids.

The Vista v2 double from UPPAbaby is another model that our test subjects loved. They were particularly impressed by its sleek design and user-friendly. It can accommodate two infant car seats, a toddler seat and a bassinet. There are no adapters required. The rear seat can also be removed to create triple or quad stroller. It comes with a huge basket for storage, and can be upgraded by adding an organizer for parents and all-terrain tires as well with side storage bags.

Pushchairs And Prams  states that the ideal double stroller for a two-year-old is one that has multiple customization options, like the ability to remove a seat or a bassinet. Toddlers can be limited in their endurance and strollers with an integrated bassinet can provide a safe place for them to rest. She says a double stroller should have a good harness system and recline positions, and plenty of storage room for toys and snacks.

The ZOE Twin+ is popular with parents due to its light weight and versatility. It's gate-check-friendly for airlines, fits through most doors (without taking off the front wheels), and can expand into a quad or triple stroller with an add-on tandem seat. The near-flat, independently reclined seats and the extra-long sun canopies that are adjustable are among the other features. A spacious underseat basket, as well as cup holders for the child and parent round out the impressive set of features. The one drawback according to Taylor the manufacturer, is that it lacks a an elongated footprint when folded and can be difficult to store.