strollerqueen
09-08-2001, 04:42 AM
So many people have 2 babies within 3 years and always wonder what to do.Most of the twins and tandems at the mass-market stores really suck--bulky,heavy, hard to push, etc. And really poor quality. I did buy the Gozo after reading about it in BB 4th edition. It is very cute,maneuverable and great fun to push, BUT, very expensive--about $550 w/tax and shipping. And since it's not sold hardly anywhere, you can't find a discount.It also doesn't fold, at all, and the seats are pretty cramped.
Maybe you could explore some other brands that are less known in this country, like the All-terrain Mountain Buggy. It is quite popular in New Zealand, Europe, and Australia. I like mine because it is very narrow for a SBS--28 inches, yet holds up to 170 pounds. It's extremely well-made and SAFE, with a strong rear brake, AND, it folds down by pushing two side levers, just like a regular stroller.It has a full recline--the seat turns into little bassinettes, it's great for the beach, and jogging, too.And it's only around $400. They also have a new U.S. distributor.
Another cool one that a friend of mine has is the Kiwi Double Explorer. It's also a NZ product, but it's a tandem instead of a SBS. The second seat can be put on or taken off as needed. And it has a swivel front wheel, and great colors. It's around $500, depending on the exchange rate. No U.S. distributor though.
Other options include strollers w/toddler seats that snap on and off- the Emmaljunga Husky w/toddler seat, the Zooper Double-up, and the Skippy and Joey.
Some people also attach Kiddyboards, Buggyboards, or the Seat-2-GO on the rear axles of their strollers, for the older child to stand and ride on.
Anyway, it's taken me a heck of a lot of research to find all these, I hope you can make it easier for someone else!
Maybe you could explore some other brands that are less known in this country, like the All-terrain Mountain Buggy. It is quite popular in New Zealand, Europe, and Australia. I like mine because it is very narrow for a SBS--28 inches, yet holds up to 170 pounds. It's extremely well-made and SAFE, with a strong rear brake, AND, it folds down by pushing two side levers, just like a regular stroller.It has a full recline--the seat turns into little bassinettes, it's great for the beach, and jogging, too.And it's only around $400. They also have a new U.S. distributor.
Another cool one that a friend of mine has is the Kiwi Double Explorer. It's also a NZ product, but it's a tandem instead of a SBS. The second seat can be put on or taken off as needed. And it has a swivel front wheel, and great colors. It's around $500, depending on the exchange rate. No U.S. distributor though.
Other options include strollers w/toddler seats that snap on and off- the Emmaljunga Husky w/toddler seat, the Zooper Double-up, and the Skippy and Joey.
Some people also attach Kiddyboards, Buggyboards, or the Seat-2-GO on the rear axles of their strollers, for the older child to stand and ride on.
Anyway, it's taken me a heck of a lot of research to find all these, I hope you can make it easier for someone else!