9 . What Your Parents Taught You About Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

A light double pushchair makes it easy to move around, especially if you have children of different ages. They are generally easy to fold, steer and transport up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, large UPF 50+ canopy, and peekaboo windows. It also comes with an expanding frame the width to accommodate an additional car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of light double pushchairs we've tested are side-by-side designs and are best suited for children who can sit up unassisted, as these models tend to lack car seat integration. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver despite their bigger footprint. They are great for parents who fret about getting through doors.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that expands in width to add an additional child seat. This makes it lighter than other side-byside pushchairs. This means it can fit through standard doorways and is easy to maneuver on public transport. It is also an jogger which is perfect if you plan to use it in conjunction with an infant car seat or baby carrier.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. It has a smart design that lets you convert it into a single buggy or a double by incorporating 2 carrycots or car seats (it can even accommodate twins). It's a great option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, most stylish and fashionable strollers you can find.

If you prefer a more compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double with the addition of 2 carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to carry, even when fully loaded with kids.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof however -If your children are at the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who rides in which seat. And if they're different heights, a tandem model could be better for them, as it allows them to face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best for children of similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own appeal. Some can fit a larger car seat and others come with reversible seats. Others even have an additional carrycot or reversible seat in the middle. They are bigger, and easier to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than those on buggies that are single. Many have larger canopies as well as peekaboo windows, and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. The fabric is a bit less luxurious than some of our top-rated doubles. However, it looks great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is impressive. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded while it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is quick and easy.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They usually make tighter turning than side-by-side models. However, they may be difficult to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It's initially an individual but you can also add adapters to make it double. This can include an additional seat or carrycot in front, or the children can sit side-by-side. Some can also consider including a buggyboard, which can help an older child keep pace with younger siblings or brothers.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an open space for infants. They can be placed in a row or joined to one another and you can also use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as as long as you choose an appropriate one). These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials and can last for a long time without showing any wear. This means they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight double buggy is made for families who love the outdoors and want to upgrade from an individual-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger with the kit that comes with air-filled tires as well as all-wheel suspension. It can also handle rough terrain well and is a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of various age groups. It's also a good option for parents who want an elegant design that's just as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabrics.

This iCandy model is very easy to fold using the use of a single hand. It's heavier than other single-to- double pushchairs , but home tester Karolina says it's capable of maneuvering even with two toddlers and carrying a carrycot.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline and recline, with the front seat adjusting to various positions, and the rear seat having a recline option.

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side and makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to are capable of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-bysides means that you still find plenty of storage space. It's important to remember that these strollers aren't as good at navigating narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller around on a narrow, curving path, this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of a family. They are typically single buggies and come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car-seat to the frame. Some are able to be converted to a single one when your child's older age begins to walk or chooses to ride a buggyboard.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 lbs per child, and includes a storage basket between the seats. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy cup holder for the parent, and an enormous easy-to-access basket. They also noted that the backs have small pockets, which are only sufficient to hold the phone and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that can be folded up with straps that make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a popular choice from our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing the parent. Its surprisingly lightweight weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from a variety of brands, including those that don't normally fit in other double buggies.