Seven Reasons To Explain Why Tandem Double Buggy Is Important

Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

If you have twins or children close in age, a tandem Buy Double Pushchairs buggie is a great choice. They are a bit smaller than side by side buggies, and are ideal for small spaces such as doorways, public transport and rocky terrain.

Some can be converted to travel systems that take two carrycots or child car seats. However, they can be heavier and longer than single pushchairs, and may not be as stable when in bumping up kerbs.

Convertible

If you're looking for convertible stroller that converts from single to double or to add an additional seat to an existing one, there's many options to choose from. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a spacious, gorgeous stroller that easily converts from a single to a double by adding the rumble seat (available separately). However, it's expensive and less maneuverable than other dual strollers due to the fact that the second seat is located behind the front seat. The Nuna Demi Grow is a comparable model with great seating versatility but isn't equipped with storage under the seat when used in doubles mode.

Other alternatives include twin pushchair from birth buggies with all-terrain wheels and joggers with fixed wheels that can hold two kids. They are more expensive, however, they are designed to last longer on rough terrain, and come with higher resale prices.

Independent recline of the seat

If you're looking for a double buggy travel system stroller that can accommodate children of various ages, you will need one with an independent recliner for both seats. This will allow your older child to sit back and relax while the baby is in the bassinet, and reverse.

You'll also need to consider the width of the stroller as this will impact the ease of get through doors and on public transport. If your doors are narrow, you may think about a side by side pushchair like the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint that is similar to a single stroller double, but can still fit two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are usually a little longer than side-by-side models and therefore aren't easy to manoeuvre around kerbs but they can accommodate a wider range of seat/carrycot/car seat combinations and are a great option for twins or siblings of various ages. They are also more expensive than single-to-double buggies, but are a good investment if you intend to keep it for a long time and will have a decent amount of resale value in the event that you sell it on after your children have grown out of it.

This feature will allow you to put your child in an ideal position for naps or observation. This is especially important when you have a child younger than in the rear seat who will want to lie back and sleep while the more mature child wants to sit n stand double stroller up and look around their surroundings.

Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to recline fully into a position that's nearly flat, which is ideal for infants. For example, the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating that can recline both the toddler seat that comes with it as well as the optional RumbleSeat into multiple positions to give your kids a a choice of where to sit, and also comes with an excellent UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows.

More spacious than twin buggies

It's not necessary to have twins to benefit from a larger double buggy - they're ideal for siblings of various age groups and let you get around without having to worry about your children touching. They are usually a little more spacious with one seat positioned behind the other. The seats can be reclined fully for infants, or put in an upright position for toddlers.

A popular option is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which is the tiniest side-by-side model available and features the same footprint as one buggy. It has an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push and a handbrake, which is helpful on steep hills. It is suitable for use from birth, and it can be combined with a range of car seats and carrycots.

The iCandy Wave is another option. It can be folded in either mono or duo mode with just a single click. Its clever frame expands in width to accommodate an additional chair and can be used with up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a great option for older siblings who wish to sit together. It's a little longer than other models, but it still feels light and has soft suspension for curbs.

There are plenty of 3-wheeler tandems that have inline wheels that offer stability and swift steering. Check out Phil and Teds inline models or iCandy Peach and Pear buggies. Often these can be folded down to the size of a single buggy which is useful when you have trouble storing it at home or frequently need to lug it in and out of your car when you travel on public transport.

Be aware that a double-wide buggy is more heavy and heavier than one that is compact. Be sure you know what you want before you purchase. You'll be taking it on and off subways, buses, and trains regularly so it needs to be easy to use and manage. You may need to juggle the car seat on and off while taking your child to school or to nursery.

From birth, you're an ideal candidate

You'll need a pushchair for the whole family, regardless of whether you're expecting twins or you have a second child after you've had your first. Double buggies are generally heavier and bulkier, as well as more expensive than single strollers. However, they are easier to maneuver in tighter doors and around obstacles such as curbs. They are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or through an additional accessory purchase) so you can transport three children at once.

Tandem pushchairs seat one child in the front of the other, and they're often a better choice if you have two kids who are close enough in age to be able to live well together. However, they're not 100% secure Side-by-side chairs could kick or punch each other, and children with different heights may argue over who sits higher. A tandem high-low model can solve this problem by elevating the seat at the rear, preventing your older child from being sat on the bottom and not getting any view.

The iCandy Wave is a great alternative for parents who want an easy-to-use double buggy that converts to fit a newborn into a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It features a smart frame that expands in width when you add a second seat. It folds to flattish storage. The padded seats, straps and buckles are all of the best quality we have seen in our testing. The canopies have a generous size with UPF 50+ protection, and a windows that peek out. Both seats are reclined independently.

The only downside to the iCandy tandem is that it is a bit costly. However, a quality tandem will last you 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 also doesn't offer the same selection of seating configurations that the other top picks however, the iCandy is a good choice for families that don't want to shell out a lot of money.