All-Terrain Buggy Review
If you love walking on a variety of terrains and don't mind getting muddy an all-terrain pushchair is a great choice. They are designed with large wheels and suspensions that can handle more rough terrain than regular pushchairs.
Check for a buggy that has tyres filled with air and a good suspension. Check if the front wheels can lock to increase stability while running.
Mountain Buggy(r) Terrain(tm)
An all terrain buggy is essential for parents who are fond of off-road excursions, and want to explore their surroundings in woodland walks or country hikes. They are more durable than a light pram or pushchair and offer a smooth ride over rough ground, allowing your child to enjoy more of an active time outdoors without you worrying about bumpy rides. They are also easier to maneuver over kerbs or uneven pavements than a lighter stroller.
Mountain Buggy Terrain, a multi-terrain stroller with premium accessories that can be used as an all-terrain jogger, is made for active families. This stroller is perfect for parents who wish to add extra activity to their lives and is equipped with a superior one-hand fast fold, a multi-adjustable handlebar, 3-mode front wheel and shock absorbing suspension. The Terrain also has 16" and 12-inch rear air-filled tires for excellent performance on and off road.
The Delta All-Terrain Special Needs Three-Wheel Buggy is an all-terrain stroller for children with mild to moderate disabilities or behavioural conditions like Autism (ASD/ADHD). This stroller provides the most comfortable sitting position and the large, puncture-resistant foam tyres make it easy to navigate through rough terrain. It has a built in toddler ride-on board, and the adjustable footrest allows it to be set at various heights for different disabilities.
The iCandy Swift is another option for an all terrain stroller. The pushchair was created to be a running buggy for families and can be used with various iCandy infant car seats. It comes with a large wide basket that can hold 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 sophisticated little adventurer with big heart. This small stroller with a heart boasts world class quality craftsmanship, an outstanding engineering design and a superlative curb-pop. This exceptional maneuverability is engineered by precise weight distribution and an outstanding design, enabling outstanding maneuverability and the ability to kerb pop.
iCandy Peach (tm)
The iCandy Peach 7 is a true multi-terrain pushchair designed to master both the countryside as well as the urban kerb. It is designed with a keen eye for contemporary performance fabrics and outdoor leisure trends, combining sleek sporting touches and off-road capability to create a head turning visual masterpiece.
The carry strap that is patented by iCandy is built into the chassis, freeing both hands. The innovative elevators are an optional extra which help to raise the seats so that children are closer to you. This is particularly useful when your child is outgrowing the carrycot or unit seat. You can raise them safely onto the frame.
Liz test drove the Peach 6 on a variety terrains, including narrow pavements and wet fields. She also drove it over the sports fields and gravel. The suspension helped to smooth out the ride, even on bumps and difficult ground. The front wheels can be rotated to allow for easy turning, and the chassis comes with a simple one-click locking system that lets you to enlarge the ride on more difficult terrain. The Peach is easily maneuverable through doorways and into shops due to its small footprint and tight turn circle. It is also perfect for public transport, and can be tucked away in an accessible space that is standard.
The handlebar can be adjusted to four different positions and has a lovely leatherette covering that feels really comfortable in your hand. The fold is one-handed and automatic with an auto-lock. Moreover, it's compact and freestanding when folded. It has a pocket on the back unit of the seat, which is perfect for keeping important items like keys and phones.
The Peach 7 can be used from birth to 25kg. (Single use with no elevators). It can be converted to a double pushchair by purchasing the iCandy Peach 2+ Twin Kit, sold separately. The seat can be positioned in both world-facing and parent mode, and the carrycot has been upgraded to ensure safety for overnight sleeping. all terrain lightweight stroller to remove the chassis - just unclick each side one at a time. There's also a bumper to help you do it alone.
iCandy Swift(tm)
This new version of the iCandy range offers all the features of an all-terrain vehicle with tyres that are filled with air. It is designed to be able to accommodate children from newborns to toddlers, with three possible configurations. Liz found it easy to click the seat and carrycot on and off, and the new cushion that was added for head support made her the most happy in either parent-facing mode or world-facing mode. The only downside was the folding that requires some practice to master. When folded, it is able to fit into the car boot of a medium size. Also included are rain covers.
Out and About Swift(tm)
A well-equipped all-terrain stroller is a must if enjoy forest walks or more adventurous off-road adventures. These prams are great for jogging with your baby and are able to handle kerbs and rough terrain better than traditional pushchairs. These pushchairs are slightly sturdier than lightweight compact pushchairs, and could have different tyres for dealing with rougher terrain. Some models come with a lockable front wheel, and a few - especially those that are designed for running - have brake controls on the handlebar, too.
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 copes with the incline of kerbs with ease". It also provides an enjoyable ride for your child due to its suspension and the large 16'' air-filled rear wheels. The capability to lock the wheels onto the front (on both the four-wheel and three-wheel versions) is also a very useful feature when you need to navigate through difficult terrain or climb a steep step.
Other features worth looking for in an all-terrain buggy are the height adjustment of the swivel seat and suspension that can be raised to accommodate a car or carrycot seat. It is also important to check if the tyres can be changed for puncture-proof ones, which will help you navigate rough terrain and reduce the chance of losing a spare in the middle of nowhere!
The UPPAbaby Ridge will appeal to those who are looking for a compact all-terrain buggy but don't wish to purchase a larger one. This is a medium sized all-terrain buggy that can still manage various terrains. It has a number of outstanding features, including large, foam filled tyres, excellent suspension, an adjustable handlebar with a one-handed fold, and generous storage -- including a basket with the cover and a zip pocket on the hood.