[SchmennaLeigh]

I'm throwing this thread in The First Year forum since the actual picking-out of a stroller is a smidge more dependent upon Parker's needs than Nick's needs.

If you have a double stroller for twins or children close in age, can you tell me the pros, cons and give product recommendations? Thank you!

I played with this one in the store last month and really, really liked it. The back seat folds down to completely flat so Parker could lay and sleep. We're not in need of a complete travel system this time around as we do a LOT of babywearing with newborn kiddos (wish I would have known this before we bought the FIRST travel system!) so that's not a particular issue for me with product recommendations. In fact, I'd rather NOT have a travel system.

I feel almost as overwhelmed as I did when we were hunting strollers before Nick was born. Lots of stuff!

(That said, I like the color green but nothing with any licensed characters!)

[evansmum]

Are you only looking for a front/back stroller or would you use a side-by-side stroller? I've had both, and I LOVE my SBS stroller!

For a front-back stroller, they're all pretty much the same. Playing with it in the store --- haha! Add 20-50lbs of baby and try again! It's like trying to push a dead Volkswagon down the street! I've had a Cosco FB stroller, and a Jeep FB stroller - both deadly heavy, but the Jeep slightly better. My neighbour has a new Safety 1st one, and she said it's fairly light to push, as the weight is fairly centred over the wheels.
Safety 1st | Two Ways Tandem Stroller


I have this one and absolutely LOVE it! Schwinn Deluxe Free Wheeler Double Jogging Stroller, Red - Wal-Mart

It says 6 mos and up for the ages, but I found that the seats do recline (almost flat, but not quite) enough for a smaller baby with a head hugger insert.

For front-back, I think this one sounds perfect! Both seats recline, with 1 car seat adaptor (you can buy another), seats can face you or forwards, or each other, AND it has little handles on the sides for older kids.... Methinks I might have to get one for myself!! LOL I think it looks really great for centering over the wheels as well, so it's not so "front-heavy".

Contours Option Tandem Stroller by Kolcraft®, in Ruby - Wal-Mart

If pricing isn't an issue, check out the Phil & Ted's E3 (drool). It's great for either twins or kids that are close together. If it doesn't show up with the link, click on push (on the right) and then sport double! Sit down, though, they're about $650usd!

push - sport double

HTH! I'm a self-admitted stroller/car seat junkie!

Meg

[evansmum]

OH! And if you wanna talk baby-wearing, you lemme know!! I have a goal to "try 'em all"!!

[blessedbybug]

Originally Posted by SchmennaLeigh

I'm throwing this thread in The First Year forum since the actual picking-out of a stroller is a smidge more dependent upon Parker's needs than Nick's needs.

If you have a double stroller for twins or children close in age, can you tell me the pros, cons and give product recommendations? Thank you!

I played with this one in the store last month and really, really liked it. The back seat folds down to completely flat so Parker could lay and sleep. We're not in need of a complete travel system this time around as we do a LOT of babywearing with newborn kiddos (wish I would have known this before we bought the FIRST travel system!) so that's not a particular issue for me with product recommendations. In fact, I'd rather NOT have a travel system.

I feel almost as overwhelmed as I did when we were hunting strollers before Nick was born. Lots of stuff!

(That said, I like the color green but nothing with any licensed characters!)

I have two! My kiddos are 27 months apart.

I have this jogger (even though I don't jog, just walk ALOT) that I've used outside and on some pretty rugged terrain walking in the river valley and mountain trails. I have used it in the mall too, just very wide but pushes so easily. I bought this and used it for Roo as early as six weeks. It kept him so snug in it.

I also have this one and it has literally changed my life. Bug loves to walk but this lets her ride as well (not to mention you can buckle her in for a time out). We started using it when she was about 2 1/2 (which is the recommendation) so Nicholas may be a little young for this in the beginning. It has a bar for an infant carrier for the front seat though I've never used it since Roo was already out of his infant seat. I love this too, for short runs to the grocery store. Bug walks and I stick the little basket in the back part to shop. It is perfect for malls, the zoo, library etc but I wouldn't use it much for long distances as it can get quite heavy (although really, compared to other travel systems strollers and another double I used in the very beginning, it isn't that heavy).

There you go... love both of these!!!

[MicheleB]

We have the Graco Duo Glider.

I have a love/hate relationship with this stroller. I love the large, spacious, comfy seating and the extra large cargo area and features. However, it is HUGE and I find it hard to get in and out of my mini van and sometimes difficult to fold down. I have stood in a hot parking lot cussing at the thing cause I can't get it to fold. (people laughing at me didn't help )

So, there are good aspects - but bad as well as far as I am concerned.

I am currently putting that stroller in my garage sale and am looking at another one - one more practicle for us for older kids that is lighter weight and a tad more compact. I think we are leaning toward the one mentioned a few posts back - the Contours Option Tandem Stroller by Kolcraft®. I was pretty impressed with it when I looked at it the other day.

Let us know what you decide on!

[SchmennaLeigh]

LADIES... YOU ARE NOT HELPING. Now I'm even MORE overwhelmed. Holy Moly Stroll..y. heh

These are some nice ones. I'm digging a few of these, really. (And passed the one that both seats fully recline on to a Mama of twins that couldn't find one to do so!)

Keep 'em coming. Even if my head is exploding.

Originally Posted by evansmum

OH! And if you wanna talk baby-wearing, you lemme know!! I have a goal to "try 'em all"!!

Ha, that's my goal, TOO! I'm justing after the Ergo right now but trying to be fiscally responsible at the moment since it does us no good IMMEDIATELY so it's pointless to buy NOW. But still... mmm. I have a stash so big that my Husband just rolls his eyes at me. Muahaha.

[SchmennaLeigh]

Originally Posted by blessedbybug

I also have this one and it has literally changed my life.

Gah, it looks really interesting but I can't click on the other pictures of it (to view better) because it says the site is working on it (which means the link is really broken) and I'm bummed.

Any pics handy?

[dawnrenee58]

Oh my, I was teaching when I saw this thread and couldn't WAIT to respond!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE my Combi side by side. It rocks. It is so easy to turn, and maneuver. Flods up small and has a spot for the infant seat, if you want it. The only tiny issue is that there are no kiddo cup holders. Not that big of a deal though. I was concerned that Timo would bug Marco if he was sitting next to him, but he doesn't. He actually helps by putting his paci back in if Marco is screaming!

Go try one out. LOVE LOVE.

Dawn

[blessedbybug]

Originally Posted by SchmennaLeigh

Gah, it looks really interesting but I can't click on the other pictures of it (to view better) because it says the site is working on it (which means the link is really broken) and I'm bummed.

Any pics handy?

Here's a better link with lots of pics of it. Hope this one works!

[gottahavehope]

I love, love, love my combi side by side as well. Here are my positives...

The seats fully recline so I use it now when Molly is only six weeks.
There is a five point harness for Molly, but with Jack I just use the lap belt.(We took it to the mall and Jack, who by the way is 13 months but already 34 inches tall, actually stayed in it. I was shocked as he hates to be contained for even mere seconds.)
It steers amazingly. I can do it with one hand.
It trifolds so it fits in my trunk (honda civic)
Once folded, it has a shoulder strap you can use to carry it.
Once folded, it has a little wheel so you can pull it like luggage~great for traveling.
It is super lightweight for a double stroller
It's about as wide as a standard wheel chair, so it fits in doorways while shopping.

Negatives...
It does not have much storage underneath.
There are no cup holders on mine. You can buy a more expensive model that has cup holders though.

I went crazy researching double strollers and I have no complaints. I really love it!!

Good Luck.

[Withay]

Jenna - I'm pm'ing you about my stroller (it's a lot different)

[Casey677]

We went with a SBS and couldn't be happier that we made that decision. I narrowed my search to either the Valco Runabout Trimode Twin stroller or the Zooper Tango. My dh surprised me with the Valco. It pushes like a dream, and I do mean a dream. I have over 50 lbs of kids in it and 15lbs diaper bag and I can still push it easily with just one hand. But it is a bit heavy and large(although only 29" wide) to lift up & down. I currently have it in the back of my minivan fully open, I just put it in and out. A friend of mine has it as well, and it fits into her trunk if she removes the wheels.

In hindsight, I think I would have prefered the Zooper. it is lighter, folds smaller. It isn't as easy to push, but I think I would have traded that for ease of folding. Although I really do love my Valco, so who knows.

My dh bought the Valco brand new from a great ebay store for about $100 off the retail price (which is pricey) and it included a few extra add ons.

ETA: The valco can accomodate a host of infant carseats.

[Casey677]

Not exactly sure how to links. Let's see if this works.

Here is the Zooper: Zooper Tango stroller - Free Shipping @ EliteCarSeats.com

And the Valco:
Valco Runabout Tri Mode Twin double stroller - Free Shipping at JoggingStroller.com