The 10 Scariest Things About 3 Wheel Buggies

3 Wheel Buggies

3 wheeled strollers wheel buggies offer excellent maneuverability in a stylish and streamlined frame. Many of these feature a fabric sling seat with a cosy lie flat bed and perfect weight distribution that is ideal for babies from birth.

The wheels are larger and often have suspension to ensure smooth, swift mobility on various terrains. The only downside to these wheels is that they can be bulkier and heavier to store and transport.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are very stable and don't tip over as easily as pushchairs that have four wheels when they're in a straight line. Also, you'll find that you can move them more quickly and easily. However, if you try to stop or turn abruptly they'll lose stability and may fall over. To avoid this, some manufacturers add an extra wheel to their 3 wheel pushchair travel system wheel buggy designs to increase the stability of the chassis.

The additional wheel can also help you to tackle off-road terrain. Be sure to look for models with air-filled tyres (also called pneumatic tyres) as these can cope with off-road trails as well as other surfaces such as rocks, sand and mud. These models will also feature wheels that lock on the front to increase stability on rough terrain.

The buggies are simple to maneuver and agile with 360o front swivel wheel. They will also pass the same stability standards worldwide and test as 4-wheel buggies.

If you're looking for a fabric sling, then they are typically placed lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby's center of gravity is closer to the floor and provides a more comfortable ride and less kerb pop (you don't have to exert the same amount of pressure or effort to lift the buggy up and over the curb).

Maxi-Cosi is most well-known for its car seat collection however, it has recently expanded its product range with the Citylife lightweight travel system and pushchair. This 3-in-1 model is designed for urban living and can be used starting at birth with a newborn carrycot or infant car seat. It comes with 4 wheels and uses a unique pewter black aluminium frame, which the company claims is 'slim and compact'. It's only 2cm wider than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are many three wheel buggies that can be folded down to can be tucked away in smaller spaces. A majority of these buggies are able to be folded in one hand and are easy to clean. The smallest models will feature an easy adjustable height of the handlebars, while others may feature an adjustable suspension and an expandable 50+ UV canopy. They could also come with an enormous, spacious basket and a brake lever that is quick-release.

The most efficient 3 wheeled buggy for taking on rough terrain

A 3 wheeler pushchair-wheeled vehicle is generally better equipped to deal with off-road conditions as in comparison to a model with four wheels, though both can get stuck on tight corners. But, picking a model with larger wheels on both sides will help. This will make them easier to push over uneven ground and is often helpful in getting up and down high kerbs.

One option is the latest Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its surprisingly agile handling despite its twin 3 wheel stroller-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tried it with her infant and 3-year-old son and reported that "it is very well-handled over cobbles, bumpy pavements, gravel tracks and dirt roads and also on a few hills."

Another great alternative is the new all-terrain 3 wheel buggy from car seat brand Maxi-Cosi, called Stella. It is suitable from birth when used with a carrycot. It's slightly bigger than the 4-wheelers that are lighter, but it has air-filled tires, three recline positions, and a one-handed fold.

Its primary selling point is its modularity. It's compatible with all of the brands' infant strollers and car seats. You can design your own travel system, regardless of whether you're planning to take a shorter walk or a longer one, using the chassis.

Tyres

The tyres on 3 wheel buggies are available in a variety of styles and materials, and each comes with its pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres provide a smooth performance and maneuverability, whereas foam-filled tyres last longer. The kind of tyre you pick will be determined by your lifestyle and where you reside.

For instance, if intend to frequently travel on rough or unpaved terrain, you may be interested in a 3-wheeler with sturdier tyres. Take into consideration the kind of suspension you need. A strong suspension is ideal to handle bumps and humps, however it can be heavy and add to the overall weight of your pushchair.

The size of the tyre can be crucial. Understanding how to read the size of the tyre is crucial for safety, performance and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on a tyre's sidewall can seem initially, but understanding it will allow you to comprehend the tyre's dimensions. For instance, a tyre size of "185/70 R14 indicates that the tire is a 185/70 radius with 14 inches of rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber ones. If you're not sure if a pushchair has rubber or PU tires, you can test sliding the tires across a smooth surface and tie them. If they slide easily, then the tires are made of PU. If not, they are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a three-wheeled buggy can make it more comfortable for your child since it will absorb any bumps or knocks from rough terrain. Having large wheels, which are filled with air and lockable to provide stability when jogging crucial to ensure that your buggy is able to navigate off road surfaces easily.

There are a variety of buggy designs to fit every budget and style of life. For instance the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility in a three-wheel buggie. With the perfect geometry and engineering their fabric sling seat is tucked away inside the frame, in contrast to sitting on top like modular seats, offering a lower centre of gravity and sitting at the ideal height for the best weight distribution that allows it to easily handle kerb pops.

The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is another great option. It features a sleek design, a big wheel that's easy to maneuver and combines it with exemplary suspension. It also has a twist handbrake for ease of use. MFM reviewer Kath put the buggy through its paces by taking it for a walk through rough terrain. She was impressed with how it handled it really well, saying that it "navigates over grass, bumpy cobbles, sidewalks and dirt tracks, and even makes it easy to drive up and down kerbs".

The Roma Atlas is another popular off road option and like the Urban Glide 2, comes with a variety of colours to complement your style. It also comes with an adjustable handlebar, a large basket and a 50+ UV hood. You can also choose from a range of infant car seats that convert the buggy to pram. This includes the elegantly designed Carrycot Plus(tm) that is a comfortable, flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns from 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make a buggy more stable and less likely to tip over, and more easy to maneuver. It also makes it more secure for your child since the weight of their body is evenly dispersed across the frame.

A four-wheeled vehicle has a lower center of gravity, making it easier to pop over curbs and climb up. The fabric sling seats are placed inside the frame rather than on top of it like modular seats. This results in a low seating position and a buggy that can be easily pushed.

However, if you want to go for an exercise with your child then a four-wheeler is better suited as it will have suspension that allows the front wheel to move independently of the back wheel to allow you to tackle rough terrains and bumpy roads be aware that not all 4 wheel buggies are suitable for running (most aren't like the Phil and Teds). Mountain Buggies are the exception because they come with a suspension system specifically designed for them that's been tested by an independent expert across all terrains.