3 Wheel Buggies
3 wheel buggies offer excellent maneuverability in a stylish and streamlined frame. Many of them have a fabric sling seat with a comfortable lie flat bed and perfect weight distribution that is ideal for babies from birth.
The wheels are bigger and, in many cases, come with suspension for agile smooth movements on different terrains. The only drawback is that they can be more heavy and bulkier to store and transport.
Stability
Three-wheel buggies provide lots of stability. They aren't prone to tipping over more easily when going straight. You can also manoeuvre them more quickly. If you stop or turn abruptly, they can lose stability and even tip over. To avoid this, certain manufacturers add an additional wheel to their 3 wheel buggy designs to increase the stability of the chassis.
The additional wheel also allows you tackle off-road terrain. Be sure to look for models with air-filled tyres (also called pneumatic tyres) because they can deal with off-road trails as well as other surfaces such as rocks, sand and mud. These models will also feature a lockable wheel in the front to improve stability over rough terrain.
Buggies are easy to maneuver and agile with 360o front swivel wheel. They also pass the same global stability standards and tests as buggies with four wheels.
If you're in search of 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 need to apply the same amount of pressure or effort to get the buggy over and up the curb).
Most well-known for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added an ultra-light pushchair and travel system to its product line with the striking Citylife. The 3-in-1 model was designed for urban living and is suitable for newborns with a carrycot or infant car seat. It has 4 wheels and uses an exclusive black pewter frame, which the company claims is 'slim and compact'. It's just 2cm larger than the Babyzen Yoyo.
Folding
There are a variety of three wheel buggies that can be folded compactly and can fit into smaller spaces. Many can be folded with one hand and are easy to wipe down. Some of the tiniest models have a simple height-of-handlebar adjustment, whereas others come with adjustable suspensions and a 50+ UV canopy that can be extended. They may also have an enormous, spacious basket and a brake lever that is quick-release.
The best 3 wheel buggy to tackle rough terrain
A 3-wheeled model is typically better equipped to handle off-road conditions compared to a 4-wheeled model however both may get stuck in tight corners. A model with bigger rear and front wheels can aid. This makes them easier to push over rough ground and can help in moving up and down the high kerbs.
The brand new Roma Atlas has been praised by many for its surprising agility despite its three-wheeled design. MFM reviewer Kath tried it with her baby and 3-year-old and said "it does really well on bumpy pavements, cobbles, gravel tracks and dirt roads as well as on a few hills."
Stella Stella, the all-terrain 3-wheel buggy from Maxi-Cosi, is another option. It is suitable from birth, if it is used in conjunction with a carrycot. It is slightly larger than the 4-wheelers that are lighter, but it has air-filled tires with three recline positions and a one-handed fold.
Its most appealing feature is its modularity, though - it's compatible with all the car seats for infants from the brand and strollers. This means you can build your ideal travel system for day-to-day or longer walks, using just the chassis as a base.
Tyres
The tyres on 3 wheel buggies come in a variety of designs and materials, and each comes with its pros and cons. For instance, tyres that are filled with air offer a great ride and manoeuvrability, while foam-filled tyres last longer. The type you pick will be based on your personal preferences and the location you live in.
If you plan to travel on unpaved roads or rough terrain often you may think about a three-wheeler with more robust tyres. Consider the kind of suspension you need. The suspensions that are strong are great to deal with humps and bumps but they can be heavy, adding to the overall weight.
The size of the tyre is crucial. Understanding how to determine the sizing of a tyre is essential for ensuring safety performance, durability, and performance. The combination of numbers and letters on the sidewalls of tyres can be confusing however, once you understand it, you will be able to understand the tyre's dimensions. A tyre that has an 185/70 size R14 for instance indicates that it is a radial tire in 185/70 with 14-inch rim diameter.
In addition to being more durable, PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber ones. If you're unsure whether the pushchair you are using has rubber or PU tires, try sliding the tires on an even and secure surface. If the tires move easily they are made of PU. If they do not, then the tires are made of rubber.
Suspension
The suspension of a three wheel buggy will make it more comfortable for your child as it will absorb any bumps or knocks caused by rough terrain. A large wheel that are ideally air-filled and are lockable for stability during jogging is also important as this will ensure that your buggy is capable of maneuvering off roads with ease.
Depending on the style of buggie you're seeking There are a variety of options that will fit all lifestyles and budgets. The Mountain Buggy, for example, pioneered all-terrain agility in three-wheel buggies. With perfect geometry and engineering their fabric sling seat sits snug within the frame, as opposed to being on top of modular seats, resulting in the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the right height to ensure optimal weight distribution, allowing it to easily take on the kerb pops.
Another option that is worth considering is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule that boasts a sleek style with large highly manoeuvrable front wheel, excellent suspension and a simple handbrake that twists. MFM reviewer Kath put this buggy through its tests by walking on a rough terrain. She was impressed with how it handled it really well and claimed that it "navigates over grass, bumpy cobbles, sidewalks and dirt tracks and makes it easy to go up and down kerbs".
The Roma Atlas is another popular off road option and like the Urban Glide 2, comes in a range of colours to match your style. It also comes with an adjustable handlebar and a large basket. You can also pick from a range of infant car seats to transform the buggy into a pram, such as the elegantly designed carrycot plus(tm) that is a comfortable lie-flat crib for babies and infants from 12 months to 12 years old.
Safety
Four wheels make the pushchair more stable, less likely for it to tip over, and more easy to maneuver. three wheel pushchair makes it safer for your child as the weight of their body is evenly dispersed across the frame.
A four-wheeled buggy also tends to have a lower centre of gravity and therefore is easier to lift up and over curbs. The seat made of fabric is within the frame, not sitting on top like modular seats. This results in a lower seating position and a lighter buggy that is more easily manoeuvred.
If you're planning to run with your child, then a 4-wheeler is the best option. It comes with a suspension system which allows the front wheel of the buggie to move independently from the rear one. This will allow you to take on rough terrain or bumpy roads. However there are some limitations to four wheel buggies are able to be used for running. The exception is Mountain Buggies which have a specially designed suspension system that has been tested by an independent party across all terrains.