Originally Posted by WhoME
Title says it all, mostly. We're going to need something for an infant and a two year old, and are looking for recommendations for double strollers for general urban use (sidewalk-subway-bus, or are we asking too much) which also travel well. We currently have a single Maclaren Triumph which we like a lot, except for its tendency to tip over backward when the child is removed.
Also, if you travel with two young kids and don't use a double stroller, what is your preferred solution?
Thanks in advance,
Michael
Best all-around double (for everything but the bus) = Mountain Buggy Urban Double (it's the same width as a wheelchair 29 inches, so it should work on the subway)
Best in-town or in-and-out-of-the-car double: Maclaren Twin Traveller (I have an older version, so I can't speak to the tippiness issue)
Best double if you need a double sometimes and a single sometimes: Phil and Ted's e3
Best single that can occasionally be a double for a short period of time: Peg Perego P3 or Inglesina Zippy
My boys are 23 months apart. When we travel, we baggage check our e3, and use a Quinny Zapp for the airport (it can be carried on the plane).
If we were going somewhere where both boys would need a reclining seat (Disney, SeaWorld, etc.), we would take the MBUD. When I've travelled alone with both boys, this is the stroller I used (gatechecked).
If you're not going to travel with a stroller, I suggest a sling or wrap.