20 Things You Need To Know About Stroller All Terrain
Best all terrain pram Terrain Stroller
If you love going for a run, hike on trails with rocks or stroll through parks with grass, then an all terrain stroller is the ideal option. You'll need big, sturdy tires with suspension that can handle the rough terrain.
All strollers designed for terrain are designed to help you inspire a love of the outdoors in your child at an early age. We evaluate the mobility and ease of use, including the ability to quickly access the basket and engage the brakes, then insert and remove the infant seat (where it is needed).
The Best Overall Stroller
If you're going to be lugging around a stroller for a long time, it must be able to do more than take your child from one place to B. Strollers are more prolific than rabbits. Investing in a stroller that can handle your family's entire excursions is a smart investment.
The Nuna MIXX Next can do all that and more: It can be used from birth, thanks to a newborn-friendly flat recline. It also comes with a compact fold-down for easy storage and rolls smoothly over grass, sidewalks and cobblestone. The lightweight PIPA Urbn car seat is also available as a bundle for a complete travel solution. It's more expensive than the other options, but our tester said that it was worth it since it's durable and can handle even the most strenuous trips.
For a lightweight stroller that can handle more rough off terrain stroller, consider a three-wheeler. The Thule Shine was a past winner in this category. It's a bit more expensive than some of our other picks, but it feels solid and has plenty of features (car seat compatibility! dual cup holders!) which makes it a worthwhile investment. It folds down small enough to fit into an overhead bin of an airplane, making it a great option for families that travel a lot.
Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Editor at Baby Gear Reviews, has been reviewing strollers for over two years. She and our product testing team run, push the strollers, fold and lift each stroller to test its functionality, performance, and comfort. They're all terrain 3 wheel stroller moms, and they understand how important a quality stroller is for daily life as well as for family outings. This year, we widened our test pool to include five stroller and parenting experts: Lisa Trofe, executive director of the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association; Kyleyn Gosewisch, customer care specialist at strolleria, a retailer that focuses on strollers; Marielle Marquez, pediatric occupational therapist; Holly Choi, cofounder and co-owner of Safe Beginnings First Aid, an organization that provides child safety resources and Sarah Huff, senior manager of community and customer service at BabyQuip, the stroller and baby equipment rental business.
The BOB Sport Utility
The BOB Sport utility is the ideal stroller for you if you want to leave the track and work out. This jogging stoller has pneumatic knobby wheels that are great for trail runs, and a handbrake that lets you to control the downhills. It also has a top-of-the-line suspension system and a two-step folding design and a massive cargo basket. If you buy the right adapters you can pair it with an infant car seat.
The biggest drawback of this jogging stroller is its weight and size folded. It weighs 25 pounds and folds to 17,850 cubic inch, which is the standard for this group. Its size means it's not ideal for tight turns or narrow trunk spaces, although it has a small handle on the back of the storage basket that can be pulled to fold it into the most compact, flat position.
Despite its size, this stroller is easy to navigate. The front wheel features an locking mechanism that lets you switch it from normal to locked jogging mode. The handlebar can be adjusted in height for different parent heights. It has a large seat that can be reclined to nearly flat, and a large window made of vinyl.
Another plus is the Sport Utility's outstanding quality that earned it a 9 out of 10 in this measurement. It has a strong frame made of aluminum that has tight connections, no rough edges, and no weak stitching. It also has adjustable dampers which aid in smooth rolling performance.
Like the other BOB strollers reviewed in this review, the Sport Utility has optional car seat adapters that allow you to use it with a variety of infant car seats. In our tests, it took us about 5:24 minutes to put together this stroller from unpacking to being ready to run. It was easy enough to complete, but you'll need a Philips head screwdriver to complete the task. The instruction manual is well-organized and clear however it's a good idea to keep one in your the case.
The Baby Trend Expedition
This jogger has been built with safety, fashion and convenience as its main goals. It comes with a tray for parents that has two cup holders and covered storage, and the child tray which swings away and has two cup holders. The adjustable canopy, with its peek-a-boo windows and extra-wide ergonomically-shaped handle, provides comfort for both parents. The lockable front swivel wheel on the front can be locked to jog, but unlocked for strolling. The large storage basket can accommodate essential travel necessities.
In the Strollers test program at Consumer Reports, the Baby Trend Expedition Jogger is a good performer overall for the price, and is rated higher than its competition in a variety of categories. The 5-point harness that folds, unfolds, adjusting backrest and engaging brakes on the wheel and infant car seat installation and removal (only compatible models) are all included. It's designed with an easy one-handed recline which is deep enough to allow sleep. The canopy cover that has ratcheting can be difficult. It takes about 8 minutes to set up and the instructions are confusing due to multiple languages mashed together and hard-to-understand illustrations.
The only drawback to this stroller is the absence of suspension. This means that the ride will be bumpier than other strollers that are all-terrain. This might make it more uncomfortable for children, particularly when they're on close to having a nap. It does have air-filled tires, but they don't have the same amount of shock absorption like the rubber wheels that are found on strollers that are more expensive.
This is a great choice for those who don't exercise frequently but would like to move easily over grass or gravel without having to worry about obstructions like curbs or other obstacles. It's also a good option for families with limited space as it folds down into a compact size. It is lighter than most of the other joggers we've tried and can fit into places that other strollers won't.
Another benefit is that it is easier to lift and carry than the bulkier joggers we've tested. This is important when you have to lift it in and out of your car trunk on a regular or if you're constantly in motion.
The Nipper Sport V4
Nipper Sport V4 is the most efficient jogger for all terrains. The latest version of Out 'n' About's 3-wheeled jogging stroller was specifically designed for jogging, and comes with big 16 pneumatic alloy tyres designed to take on even the toughest paths and tracks. The Nipper is also lightweight and compact, making it simple to fold and carry.
The pushchair all terrain is equipped with a range of characteristics that make it perfect to tackle any type of terrain, including front suspension and the handlebar brake. It has an adjustable quilted liner that can be removed and a multi-position recline as well as a padded 5-point safety harness and hinged bar. It's also travel system-compatible, allowing you to use it with a Cybex Maxi-Cosi, Maxi-Cosi, or Be-Safe infant car seat.
The buggy also has a large front wheel that ensures an enjoyable ride for the child. This is particularly important when tackling difficult terrain, as it allows the buggy to better track and glide more easily over dips and bumps. Additionally the Nipper Sport is also very easy to drive. The handlebar is ergonomically designed and comes with a a single pedal easy-lock brake and a variable steering. The buggy is also very easy to fold, with clear step-by-step directions and photos in the user manual.
The Nipper Sport is designed for children aged from 6 to months. It can be used with a baby because of the built-in insert. It is not recommended to use it on babies older than six months since the harness isn't secure enough to ensure their safety.
This pushchair all Terrain also lacks a storage basket underneath the seat. It does have a small shopping pouch at the back of the seat, but it would not be big enough for a large changing bag. It's very simple to open and close. Two hand-holds are required to release the plastic catch on either side of the lower frame. The red handlebar has a secondary lock that can be released using just one hand.
