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Buying a Tandem Double Buggy

A tandem double buggy with carrycot buggy can be a great choice if you have twins, or children who are close in age. They are narrower than side by side buggies, and are perfect for tight spaces like doors, public transport, and rough terrain.

Some can be converted into travel systems that use two carrycots or car seats for children. They can be heavier, longer and less stable than a single pushchair.

Convertible

There are many options to add a second seat or converting a single stroller to double. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 is a large, gorgeous stroller that can easily be converted from a single stroller to a double by incorporating the rumble seat (available separately). It is more expensive and less maneuverable because the second seat is located behind the first seat. Nuna Demi Grow offers a similar option however, it doesn't have storage underneath the seat when it's used as a double stroller.

Other options include all-terrain twin buggies as well as fixed-wheel joggers that can accommodate two children. They are generally more expensive, but they're made to last longer on rough terrain and could have greater resales value.

Reclining seat recline independently

If you're looking for a double single pushchair buggy to carry children of different age groups, then you'll want one that has independent seat recline for both seats. This will allow your older child to rest while the baby is sleeping in a bassinet and reverse.

Take into consideration the width of your pushchair to determine how easy it is for you to get through doors and public transportation. If your doorways are very narrow, you might think about a side by side pushchair, such as the Mountain Buggy Duet. It has a footprint that is similar to a single stroller, but it can accommodate two seats and car seat adaptors.

Tandem buggies are typically longer than side by side models, which makes them more difficult to maneuver up and down kerbs. However they can be able to accommodate more combinations of seats/carrycots/car seats and can make an excellent choice for twins and siblings of different age groups. They can also be more expensive than single-to-double buggies, but are worth the purchase if you plan to keep it for many years and will retain a decent amount of resale value if you decide to sell it when your children have grown out of it.

This feature allows you to place your child in an ideal position for naps or observation. This is important when your child is in the back seat and wants to take a nap while the older child prefers to sit up to observe the surroundings.

Certain brands have a unique design that allows the back of their vehicles to fully recline to a position that is almost flat, ideal for newborns. For example the iCandy Orange has raised stadium-style seating and can recline the toddler seat included and the additional RumbleSeat to multiple positions, so that your children have a the option of where they want they will sit, as well as providing an excellent UPF 50+ canopy that has peekaboo windows.

More spacious than twin stroller buggies

There's no need to have twins in order to benefit from a wider double buggy. They're great for siblings of various ages and allow you to move around without worrying about your children touching. They are usually a little more spacious with one seat in front of the other. The seats can be reclined fully for infants, or put in an upright position for toddlers.

A popular choice is the Mountain Buggy Duet, which features the slimmest side-by-side design on the market and has the same footprint as a single buggy. It features an adjustable handle that makes it easier for parents to push, and a handbrake, which is useful on steep hills. It can be used from birth and is compatible with a range of car seats and carrycots. This means it is a great travel system.

Another alternative is the iCandy Wave, which has the convenience of a single click to fold and is able to be used in mono or duo mode. Its clever frame expands to accommodate a second chair and can be used to accommodate up to two car seats or carrycots. This makes it a great choice for older siblings that want to be seated together. It's slightly bigger than the other models, but it still isn't heavy and has a soft suspension for the kerbs.

There are also plenty of 3-wheeler inline tandems that are available - check out Phil and Teds inline models or iCandy's Peach and Pear buggies for instance - which offer stability and swift steering. Most of them can be folded down to the size of one buggie, which is helpful for those who struggle with storage at home or have to carry it in and out of your car when you travel on public transport.

It's important to keep in mind that a wide double buggy will feel heavier and bulkier than a compact single buggy Make sure that you're getting what you need before you purchase. It is likely to be used on buses, trains and subways often, so it must be easy to operate and use. You may also need to juggle it on and off the car seat when taking your children to school or nursery so you'll need to ensure it is able to be maneuvered within small spaces.

From birth

If you're expecting twins or you have a child following your first, you're likely need to find a stroller that can accommodate the entire family. Double buggies are generally heavier and bulkier, as well as more expensive than single strollers. However they are also more maneuverable in tighter doors or around obstacles such as curbs. Many are also compatible with piggyback ride-along boards (either from the manufacturer or via a separate accessory purchase) which means you can carry three children at the same time.

Tandem pushchairs place one child in front the other. They're a good choice if your children are close in age and are good friends. But they're not foolproof Side-by-side chairs may punch or kick each other, and children on different heights can squabble over who gets to sit higher. This issue can be resolved by a tandem high-low model that raises the seat at the rear. Your child's older will not be seated on the lower part of the car, and won't have much of a look out.

The iCandy Wave is a great choice for parents looking for an easy-to-use convertible double buggy that can fit both a newborn in a carrycot as well as an older child in the main seat. It features an intelligent frame that expands in width when you add the second child seat. It can also fold flat to make it a compact storage. The padded seats are comfortable, the straps are easy to secure and the buckles some of the most comfortable we've seen on any of our tests. The canopies have a generous size and UPF 50+ protection, and the window is peekaboo. Both seats can recline independently.

The only drawback to the iCandy is that it's on the expensive side but a high-quality tandem will last for a long time and retain its resale value, which means you'll likely recoup some of the cost over the long term. It also doesn't offer the same selection of seating configurations that some of our other top picks, but the iCandy is a good choice for families who don't want to shell out a lot of money.