Why don't I just pay attention??

[meggswife]

Then I wouldn't have to ask the same-old-question... Uggh! Will you help anyway? Pretty please?

I've been around Strollerswap and BBB for a looong time, (I'm just a lurker), so I've "heard it all" (nearly anyway), but my retention isn't so hot apparently.

I am in need of an AT stroller. I have a BJCE that I've been happy with, but I'm selling it to a good friend because she has been searching and searching for a brown one and hasn't had any luck. I'm not attached, so I offered mine. I have an Al for anything quick or indoors, but we live out in the country on acreage and it would be nice to have an AT. I bought a MBUD, but I haven't used it, so I am selling it on CL while it is still NIB. I did push it around the living room, and it was great! I just don't need a double.

It seems like the "big 3" are BJ, BOB, and MB. BOB's drive me bonkers because they're so popular, but if they're really the best, now would be a great time to buy. As far as BJ's go, I'd only pick another CE or Summit XC.

I love the push of the MB (I haven't tried a BOB)
I love the looks of MB too, but I have to say BJ's are a very "nice ride".
My 2 1/2 yo is very comfy in the BJ... I don't know if MB and BOB are as "plush" of a ride...

-I would mostly be using the stroller on both paved and gravel/dirt (but not bumpy) roads.
-I would like to be able to use it for my 2 1/2 yo for a while yet (he is 36" tall), and my new little guy who is 2 months old.
-Push and maneuverability are very important to me.
-I am open to any of the MB's, but the Swift "seems" like it might be outgrown faster because it is so narrow.
-Are the new China MB's even comparable to the NZ ones or should I just look for an older MB?
-Would I regret buying a stroller with 16" tires?
-Which stroller has the widest/narrowest wheelbase?
-Which stroller has the longest/shortest wheelbase?

What else am I missing? Anything?

Thak you, thank you for your help!!

[roseyloxs]

Sounds like you might be up for something different. Would you consider the Bumbleride Queen B? Its $350 on the babyboutiqueoutlet. They are not an authorized dealer so there would be no warranty.

Upsides would be the plush ride, reversible seat and 4 AT wheels. Someone recently posted that the queen had a better push on trails then the BJ Summit XC.

[arivecchi]

You could also look at the Valco Trimode.

[crl]

Sounds like you would not be putting the AT stroller in the car much or using it in tight quarters so I would not suggest the Swift, though it is a great stroller.

I had a 2009 made in NZ Swift and now have a 2010 made in China Swift an IMO there is no quality difference.

For what you describe, I, honestly, would get a Bob, with big wheels. And I would snag a deal on a 2010 if I could or I would buy used on CL.

Catherine

[meggswife]

Hmm... the Bumbleride intrigues me. It's definitely different than anything else I've tried. I've never thought of it as all all-terrain stroller. It looks so "upscale" that I picture it strolling merrily along amongst well-heeled shoppers. Would it really handle well outdoors? Does anyone know what the seat back height is? What seems to be the general opinion of the Queen B?

[YouAreTheFocus]

AFAIK, the Queen B has 4 fixed wheels. I wouldn't want my one and only AT to have fixed wheels. But if I could have a stable of recreational strollers, I'd take one!

[meggswife]

Really? The Bumbleride site says that the front wheels swivel. Is that a new feature?

[YouAreTheFocus]

Yeah, uhhh, if you consider since 2006 new

I looked at a used one once--apparently it must have been from 2005!!!

Sorry to throw you off course!

[scriptkitten]

Yeah, you need a Bob. They are popular for good reason

[roseyloxs]

Found the old thread I was thinking of... Apparently its Mrs.Christie that owns the queen b. Maybe she will check in and comment or you can start a new thread to get more info on the queen b.