3 Wheel Buggies

3 wheel buggies offer excellent maneuverability with a stylish and sleek frame. A lot of them come with an upholstered sling seat that has an incredibly comfortable lay flat bed and a perfect weight distribution, perfect from the moment of birth.

The wheels are larger and, in many cases, have suspensions for smooth movement on various terrains. The only drawback to these wheels is that they can be more bulky and heavy to store and transport.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are extremely stable - they don't tip over as easily as pushchairs with four wheels when going in a straight line, and you'll notice that you can move them more quickly and easily. If you turn or stop abruptly, they could lose stability and tip over. For this reason, certain manufacturers add an additional wheel to their three wheel buggy designs to improve the stability of the chassis.

The additional wheel can also help you navigate off-road terrain. Look for models with air-filled tires (also called pneumatic tyres), which can handle off-road paths, sand and mud, and other surfaces, such as rocks and sand. These models will also have a lockable wheel on the front, which will increase the stability of the vehicle over rough terrain.

With the right geometry, engineering and weight distribution, these buggies can turn on a dime easy to steer with one hand; they have 360o front swivel wheels that allow agility and mobility to be easy and light in handling. They also meet the same stability standards globally and test as 4-wheel buggies.

If you're in search of a fabric sling seat, then they are typically placed lower in the frame than modular seats so that your baby's centre of gravity is closer to the ground and provides a more comfortable ride and a less noticeable kerb pop (you don't need to apply as much pressure or effort to get the buggy up and over the kerb).

Maxi-Cosi is best known for its car seats however, it recently expanded its product range with the Citylife, a lightweight travel system and pushchair. This 3 wheeler buggy-in-1 is ideal for urban life, and comes with a baby car seat or carrycot. It has four wheels and uses an exclusive pewter black aluminium frame, which the company claims is 'slim and compact'. It's actually only 2cm wider than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a lot of 3 wheel pushchair With car seat wheel buggies which can be folded compactly and can be tucked away in smaller spaces. Many of them can be folded using a single hand and are simple to wash down. The smallest models will have a simple height adjustment for the handlebar, whereas others could have an adjustable suspension as well as an extendable 50+ UV canopy. Some models may have an enormous basket as well as a brake lever that's quick-release.

The most reliable 3 wheeler pushchairs wheeled buggy for taking on rough terrain

A 3 wheel pushchair off road-wheel buggy will usually be more adept at dealing with off-road conditions than one with four wheels, however both can be stuck in tight spots. A model with bigger rear and front wheels can help. This allows them to push across rough terrain and can help in moving up and down steep kerbs.

The new Roma Atlas has been praised by many for its surprising ability to move despite its three-wheeled design. MFM reviewer Kath has tested it with her infant, and she said that "it handled really well on bumpy surfaces, cobbles and dirt roads, gravel tracks and even some hills."

Stella Stella, the brand new 3-wheel all-terrain buggy from Maxi-Cosi is a great alternative. It can be used from birth if used with a carrycot. It's slightly bigger than the lighter 4-wheelers however, it comes with air-filled tires with three recline positions and a one-handed fold.

Its primary selling point is its modularity. It's compatible across all the brand's infant strollers and car seats. This means you can build your ideal travel system for your day-to-day or longer walks, using just the chassis as a starting point.

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel buggies come in a range of styles and materials, and each has its pros and cons. Air-filled tyres, for example, offer a smooth ride and great maneuverability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you pick will depend on your lifestyle and where you live.

If you intend to travel on unpaved roads or rough terrain often you may think about a three-wheeler equipped with more durable tyres. Consider the kind of suspension you need. Strong suspension is useful for handling bumps and humps, however it can be heavy and contribute to the overall weight of your pushchair.

Another important factor to consider is the tyre's size. Understanding the tyre's size is essential for safety, performance and durability. The combination of letters and numbers on the sidewall of a tyre may be at first, but decoding it allows you to understand the dimensions of the tyre. A tyre that has the size 185/70 R14, for example indicates that it is a radial tire that has a size of the 185/70 size with 14-inch rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are less heavy and puncture resistant than rubber ones. If you aren't sure if the tires on a pushchair are made of rubber or PU, slide the tires on an even surface. If the tires move easily they are made of PU. If they don't then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a 3 wheel pushchair with car seat wheel buggy is a vital element to look for as it will absorb the smacks and bumps of rough terrain, making it much more comfortable for your child. Large wheels that are filled with air, and are able to be locked to provide stability when jogging are also crucial. This will allow your buggy to travel on off-road surfaces effortlessly.

There are many options for buggy styles that will suit any lifestyle and budget. The Mountain Buggy, for example, pioneered all-terrain agility in a three-wheel buggie. With the perfect geometry and engineering, their fabrics sling seat is tucked away inside the frame, in contrast to being on top of modular seats, providing the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the ideal height for optimal weight distribution that allows it to easily handle the kerb pops.

Another option that is worth considering is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule which boasts a sleek design with a large, highly maneuverable front wheel, excellent suspension and a simple handbrake that twists. MFM reviewer Kath really put this buggy to the test by taking it for an excursion through the rough terrain and found that it handled the terrain really well saying that it 'navigates easily over grass, bumpy cobbles, roads, dirt tracks and even can be a breeze climbing and descending kerbs'.

The Roma Atlas, like the Urban Glide 2 is a popular off-road choice. It is available in a range of colors that will match your style. It also comes with a movable handlebar and a spacious basket. You can also choose from a range of infant car seats that transform the buggy into a pram, such as the stylishly designed carrycot plus(tm) which is a comfy lie-flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns from 12 months to 12 years old.

Safety

Four wheels make a buggy more stable, less likely for it to tip over and easier to maneuver. It can also be more secure for your baby since their weight is distributed more evenly across the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheeled vehicle has a lower center of gravity, making it easier to get over curbs and get up. The seats made of fabric are placed inside the frame rather than on top of it like modular seats. This results in a lower seating position and buggy that is easily pushed.

If you're looking to go out for an exercise with your child then a 4-wheeler may be better suited as it will have a suspension system that allows the front wheel to move independently of the rear facing 3 wheel stroller one which allows you to navigate rough terrains and bumpy roads - just bear in mind not all 4 wheel buggies are suitable for running (most are NOT, such as the Phil and Teds). The exception is Mountain Buggies which have a specially-designed suspension system that has been tested independently on all terrains.