3 Wheel All Terrain Pushchair
Whether you're seeking a stroller for walks in the woods or strolls along the high-street, an all-terrain pushchair with a great maneuverability will be a great choice. 3 wheeler pushchair have large wheels and a surprisingly strong suspension to ensure smooth riding over bumps and rough ground.
Many are suitable for babies and include seats that can be positioned in a flat position or a carrycot for newborns. They also usually have foam-filled tyres that are never flat to help with maintenance.
Suspension
A genuine all-terrain pushchair will have good suspension, designed to be extremely smooth on rough ground which allows your child to feel comfortable and at ease. The wheels will also be large and typically be puncture-proof to avoid damage from sharp sticks or rocks.
Some all-terrain strollers also provide the option of switching between tyres with different conditions. Depending on the kind of terrain you like to explore, some all-terrain pushchairs have an swivel front wheel that can be locked to ensure stability or left unlocked for greater maneuverability when needed.
A few all-terrain strollers include a brake handbrake lockable that is more accessible by hand. This is more convenient than an ordinary pedal on the handlebars. This is a great feature to have if you like to climb up the steep slopes, especially with children in the seat, and a number of shopping bags stashed underneath!
There are many strollers that have good off-road capability however they are not the best. They also have large wheels and excellent suspension. They are generally less expensive than full-on all terrain buggy options and will still work well for short walks in the countryside or trips to the park.
Many of these strollers are suitable for babies, with either an infant carrycot or a car seat that is designed for newborns. Be aware that the seats will not lay flat when pushing over bumps or dips. As per EU regulations, they have to meet minimum requirements of an incline of about 150 degrees. Graco has gotten around this issue with its new 'comfitech in-seat suspension' that lets the seat recline at a flatter angle to provide a little more comfort. This feature is available on the Lila XP All-Terrain Pushchair, which can be combined with an appropriate Graco Infant Car Seat to create a 3-in-1 travel system.
Seat
There is a variety of 3-wheeled all-terrain pushchairs that offer an excellent off road capability. They are ideal if you reside in the countryside or walk regularly on uneven, rough terrain. They are typically more durable and sturdy than a regular pushchair, and have special features such as large wheels that are puncture-proof to handle the most difficult of surfaces. They tend to be quite large, which means they may be difficult to maneuver in tight spaces or aisles in shops.
All-terrain buggy seats are placed either in the direction of parents or world facing. They grow with your child from birth to toddler. It is equipped with 'never-flat' foam tires that offer a comfortable ride. It also has dual frame suspension with luxurious padding, as well as a seat with great postural support. It has a reclining feature, as well as an enormous hood that can be extended and integrated venting as well as a pocket for a smartphone.
The brand new Out 'n' About Nipper V5 is a great option. It's an all-terrain stroller that's a trailblazer. It has great suspension and tyres with air-filled so it's able to run once your child is of the right age. It also features a 360 swivel lockable front wheel for manoeuvrability, and an easy fold that's easy and quick. It is suitable for babies from birth and can be used with an adaptor for the UPPAbaby infant car seat or carrycot (sold separately).
There are a lot of all-terrain strollers that do not have a reversible seat. However the Oyster 3, Venicci Tanum and egg 2, which come with this option, come with a very good weight limit and a very excellent off-road capability. A lot of pushchairs are classified as all-rounders. They include the iCandy Pear, Bugaboo Cameleon and others. They can handle rough terrain in parks and National Trust locations, but do not have the off-road capabilities of genuine all-terrain strollers.
There are also crossover models that offer a good compromise between extreme off-road and high-street. They come with big wheels, excellent suspension, and are built in a pushchair-style, with the option of reversible seating as well as carrycots. The best models are manufactured by brands like iCandy Easywalker and Bugaboo.
Wheels
All-terrain pushchairs are a must if you live in a rural area or take your child on regular walks through rough terrain. These models have larger wheels on the back of normal pushchairs, allowing them to handle bumpy terrain better and offer a smoother ride for your child. A lot of models also have a robust suspension that is puncture-proof. They can be used on woodland paths, forest paths, gravel roads, and market town cobbles.
Certain all-terrain strollers also come with a lockable wheel at the front, which gives extra stability when walking on rough terrain or high kerbs. Some have swivel wheels on the front, which allow you to move the buggy more easily when you need to change direction or turn corners.
Most all-terrain pushchairs feature air-filled tyres which offer excellent shock absorption and are ideal for rough terrain but they are more susceptible to punctures than the solid EVA tyres used on lightweight city strollers therefore it's a good idea to invest in repair kits along with a spare inner tube and pump alongside your pushchair. Certain all-terrain models come with foam tyres which are less prone to punctures but they're not as good at absorbing shock and may be harder to push than tyres filled with air.
The brand new Bugaboo Fox 5 is a good example of a pushchair that has both air and foam-filled tyres, a great suspension system and large rear puncture-proof wheels which are ideal for off-road or jogging use (once your child is old enough). This model can also be used from birth with a carrycot or an incline-flat chair.
The iCandy Peach All-Terrain is another option. It has large tires, a single steering wheel at the front and large tyres. It's not as flexible as the other all-terrain pushchairs on this list, but it does perform well on the terrain that is hilly and has an expansive one-handed fold, which is great if you're going to be using the pushchair for long walks or trips into the countryside. It's also suitable for children from birth and comes with a large, extendable sun canopy and some great parent-friendly features including an easy-to-use brake pedal with an adjustable handlebar as well as a generously spacious basket.
Stores
There are excellent all-terrain pushchairs for parents who would like to take their child off-road, but don't want to tackle Ben Nevis. They offer the best of both. Choose a model that has good all-terrain capabilities, sturdy suspension, and large puncture-proof wheels, yet is built in a traditional pushchair style with reversible seating as well as full carrycot options.
UPPAbaby's popular Ridge all-terrain pushchair is an excellent example of this. It offers excellent suspension, a simple one-handed fold and a huge 10kg basket but also has features that are suitable for parents, such as an adjustable handlebar, a hand-operated brake on the right and a large, covered storage space. A hood that can be removed and brushed down with cool soapy water is a handy feature that will help prevent mildew and mould from forming.
If you are planning to use your all-terrain stroller off the road and on the road, you should consider air-filled tires instead of rubber grips. They'll provide a smoother ride over rough terrain and will make it easier to navigate in tight spaces. If you are planning to use your all terrain pushchair for jogging, ensure that the front wheel can be swivelable or has a quick-release feature to lock it in position for better stability.
To ensure that the fabric is in good condition, it's important to ensure that they are washed by a machine. If not, a spot clean with warm soapy water and warm water should be sufficient. Drying the fabric completely outdoors can also prevent mildew and mould from forming.
Most of our 3 wheeled all terrain pushchairs can be used from the time of birth. Choose models that have a fully lie-flat chair and a reversible rearrest that will allow you to use it from birth all the way to when your child is around three years old. If you want to travel with your family of three, many are compatible with car seats thanks to built-in adaptors. If you'd like to leave the car at home, there are all-terrain pushchairs with a fixed front wheel that are ideal for casual strolling or light jogging like the Delta Special Needs all-terrain jogger from Delichon that is available in a range of frame and canvas sizes that can be used by adults and children.