All-Terrain Buggy Review
All-terrain pushchair s are a great choice if you like to explore different terrains and don't mind whether it gets muddy. They are designed with large wheels and suspensions to withstand more rough terrain than standard pushchairs.
Look for a buggy with excellent suspension and air-filled tyres. Make sure that the front wheels can lock to increase stability while jogging.
Mountain Buggy(r) Terrain(tm)
All terrain buggys are essential for parents who love off-road adventures and enjoy exploring their surroundings during nature walks or hikes in the woods. They are more durable than a light pram or pushchair, and provide a smoother ride over rough terrain and allows you to enjoy a full outdoors without worrying about bumpy rides. They are also easier to maneuver over kerbs or uneven pavements than a light stroller.
Mountain Buggy Terrain, a multi-terrain pushchair with premium accessories that can also be used as a jogger that can be used on all terrains, is designed for active families. This stroller is perfect for parents looking to include more activities into their lifestyle It is equipped with an excellent one-hand fold, a multi-adjustable handlebar, 3-mode front wheel, and shock-absorbing suspension. The Terrain is also equipped with 16" and 12" rear air-filled tyres for outstanding performance both on and off the road.
The Delta All-Terrain Special needs Three-Wheel Buggy is an all-terrain buggy designed for children who have moderate to mild disabilities or behavioural issues such as Autism (ASD/ADHD). This stroller has a more comfortable seat and large puncture-resistant tyres that allow for easier maneuvering on rough terrain. It comes with a built-in toddler ride-on deck and the footrest is adjustable, allowing it to be adjusted to different heights to accommodate a variety of disabilities.
Another option for an all-terrain stroller is the iCandy Swift. It was designed to be a running stroller for families and can be used with the various iCandy infant car seats. It also comes with a large ample basket that can carry up to 22 pounds. It also has a large canopy and a variety of storage options that are weatherproof.
Built upon the award winning platform of urban jungle luxury The swift is a refined little stroller with an enormous heart. Featuring world class engineering and exceptional craftsmanship, this small in size but big on adventure stroller comes with an outstanding curb pop. This exceptional maneuverability is engineered through precise weight distribution and a superior design, which allows for outstanding maneuverability and the ability to kerb pop.
iCandy Peach (tm)
The iCandy Peach 7 pushchair is a multi-terrain stroller that can be used in both urban and rural environments. It is designed with a keen attention to modern performance fabrics, outdoor leisure trends and blends stylish sporting elements with off-road capabilities to create a visually stunning masterpiece.
iCandy's unique carry strap is built into the chassis, freeing up both hands. The elevators, which are an optional feature, can help raise the seats and bring children closer to you. This is especially useful when your child outgrows the carrycot or unit seat. You can raise them safely onto the frame.
Liz tested the Peach 6 on a variety of terrains including narrow roads and wet fields. She also drove it on the sports fields and gravel. The suspension helped smooth out the ride, even over bumps and uneven ground. The front wheels can be rotated for easy cornering and the chassis comes with a simple one-click locking system that allows you to increase the firmness of the ride on more challenging terrain. The Peach is easy to maneuver through doorways and into shops due to its small footprint and tight turn circle. It's also great for public transport, and will fit a standard wheelchair space, too.
The handlebar is adjustable to four different positions and it has a gorgeous leatherette cover that feels comfortable in your hand. Folding is automatic by one hand, and is secured with an auto-lock. It's compact and stands on its own when folded. It also has a handy pocket on the back of the seat unit that's ideal for keeping essentials like keys and phones.
The Peach 7 can be used from birth up to 25kg. (Single use with no elevators only). It can be converted into a double pushchair with the iCandy Peach 2+ Twin Kit available separately. The seat unit can be adjusted to face either the parent or the world, and the carrycot is now suitable for sleep at night. It lifts off the chassis very effortlessly - just unclick each side one at a time and you'll also find an adjustable bumper bar that allows you do this on your own also.
iCandy Swift (tm)
This latest version of the iCandy range offers all the benefits of an all-terrain buggy with true air filled tyres. It's designed to accommodate infants to toddlers with three suggested configurations. Liz found the seat and carrycot easy to switch between and the new head support cushion made her youngest very happy with either the parent or the world-facing mode. The only issue was folding that requires some practice to master. When folded, it can fit into the car boot that is a medium size. Also included are rain covers.
Out n About Swift (tm)
If you enjoy nature walks or off-road excursions, then an all-terrain stroller is a must. They are also ideal if you are looking to jog with your baby and will cope with rough terrain and kerbs more easily than regular pushchairs. These pushchairs are slightly more robust than light compact pushchairs, and could have different tyres for dealing with rougher surfaces. Some models come with an adjustable front wheel that can be rotated and some - particularly those designed for running have a brake on the handlebar.
The iCandy Swift has an excellent reputation in the all-terrain buggy market and MFM reviewer Kath discovered that it "navigates well over bumpy pavements, grass cobbles, dirt tracks, and cobbles and can handle the incline of kerbs with ease". It also provides an enjoyable ride for your child thanks to its suspension and the large 16'' air-filled rear wheels. The ability to lock the wheels on the front (on both the four-wheel and three-wheel versions) is also a very useful feature when you need to traverse difficult terrain or climb a high step.
Also, look for features like the height-adjustable swivel chair and the suspension which can be raised to accommodate a car seat or carrycot. Also, make sure that the tyres are able to be swapped for puncture-proof ones, which will allow you to navigate rough terrain and reduce the possibility of losing a spare in the middle of nowhere!
If you're looking to get an element of all-terrain thrill but don't want to invest in a full-sized buggy and the UPPAbaby Ridge is a great choice. It's a mid-sized all-terrain which can be able to handle a variety of terrains. It also comes with many amazing features, including large, foam-filled tyres and great suspension, an adjustable handlebar, easy folding with one hand, and ample storage space, including a big basket with a cover as well as a zippered pocket on the hood!