What to Look For in a Double Travel Buggy
A compact side-byside with a small footprint (for use in public transport and narrow doors). Add carrycots or seats (with adaptors), to increase the frame's capacity for weight for children up to 50 lbs.
Budget double with front and back suspension for uneven surfaces. Large storage basket, padded handlebars and large storage basket.
Size
Double pushchairs are generally wider than single ones, particularly when they are side-by-side buggies like the Kolcraft Geo 3 or UPPAbaby. The good thing is that this extra width enables them to handle heavier children without straining the chassis. They also have other important features that help them stand out, such as spacious pop-out canopies that come with SPF 50 and windows that peek out and swivel lock front wheels that make it easier to navigate tight areas like shopping aisles cup holders for one parent and a smart fold mechanism that can be done with one hand; and 10-inch back wheels that aren't made for tough terrain but handle city streets and theme parks fairly well.
These lightweight side-by-side buggies come with surprisingly low prices.
Weight
The heavier the double buggy, the easier it is to move and lift. The Joie Evalite Duo, which is the lightest of our lab tests, is a great option if weight is an issue. It's got plenty of features like a large pop-out canopy with SPF50 and peekaboo window and a quick-release folding system that can be folded flat in just a few seconds with four-wheel suspension to handle rough terrain and a swivel wheels on the front, which makes it easy to navigate tight shops and supermarket aisles. Just over PS1,000 It's also a great value stroller. It can also carry twins or a baby and toddler with the purchase of an additional'sidepack'.
Flexibility
A double buggy that is well-designed can provide a lot of flexibility, whether you have twins or two toddlers or a baby. Buggies with narrow tandems are ideal for fitting through tight spaces, while side-byside models keep your children accounted for and help you to keep your eyes on them as you travel around the supermarket or park. Many also have a wide variety of seat configurations which allows you to alter the seat as your children develop, and some have the option to add a ride-on or car seat.
The Joie Evalite Duo is a great example. It can be used to support two seats or a car-seat. The adaptors let you convert from one seat to a double in just seconds. It also comes with a large pop-out UPF 50+ sunshade that can be used as a canopy with adjustable leg rests as well as peekaboo windows on both seats as well as an easy standing fold that is simple and quick to fold with one hand; and a premium suspension that makes light work of rough terrain.
The iCandy Peach tri-fold buggy is another alternative. They are perfect for navigating narrow doors and aisles. compact double buggy can also easily accommodate twins and a larger child with the addition of UPPAbaby's"PiggyBack" board (which is sold separately). The basket is spacious and comes with all the extras including raincovers and liners.
Tandem buggies usually have your children seated side-by-side, which can make them easier to push and more robust on uneven surfaces but they can be difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. They usually have a wider footprint than a single-seater pushchair and may be a bit longer for getting through doorways.
Comfort
compact double buggy is one of the most comfortable lightweight doubles that we have tested. It has stadium-style seating on both seats, ensuring that your children can take in the view. It also has a large UPF 50+ canopy with windows that peek out, a cushioned toddler seat that includes an RumbleSeat with built-in, adjustable foot and leg rests and an integrated cup holder for one parent. Testers are awestruck by the way the seats recline individually by squeezing an adjustable lever underneath each seat. They also note that the straps are easy to unfasten and fasten using just one hand. The handle is easy to twist, making it simple to fold. It also stores with the backrest up for easy access.
With 30 different configurations (it'll accommodate twins, a baby and toddler or three kids if you add the option of a "PiggyBack" board) it's a great option for families that want the flexibility to grow with their child. Its large shopping basket and soft suspension mean it's good on roads and in cities too. It's also reasonably priced. twin pushchair from birth recommends this product for children up to the age of six.