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3 Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies look stylish and sleek, and have outstanding maneuverability. Many of them have a fabric sling seat with a cosy lay flat bed and a perfect weight distribution, perfect for babies from birth.

The wheels are bigger and often include suspension to allow for smooth movement over a variety of terrains. The only drawback is that they can be more heavy and bulkier to store and transport.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are remarkably stable and don't tip over as easily as pushchairs that have four wheels when traveling in a straight line and you'll find that you can move them more quickly and effortlessly. If you attempt to turn or stop suddenly, they'll lose stability and can be prone to tipping over. To avoid this, certain manufacturers add an additional wheel to their 3 Wheel baby stroller wheel buggy designs in order to improve the stability of the chassis.

You can also take on off-road terrain by adding an extra wheel. Find models that have air-filled tires (also known as pneumatic tyres), which can handle off-road routes, sand and mud, and other surfaces like rocks and sand. They'll also usually come with the option of locking the front wheel to provide stability on rough ground.

The buggies are simple to maneuver and agile, thanks to a 360o front swivel wheel. They will also pass the same stability standards worldwide and tests as buggies with four wheels.

If you're looking for a fabric sling seat, they tend to be set lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby's centre of gravity is closer to the ground which means a smoother ride and less kerb pop (you do not need to apply the same amount of pressure or effort to get the buggy over and up a kerb).

Best known for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added an ultra-light travel system and pushchair to its line-up with the attractive Citylife. This 3-in-1 is ideal for urban life, and comes with a newborn car seat or carrycot. It has four wheels and an exclusive pewter-black aluminum frame, which the brand describes as'slim' and compact. It's only 2cm wide than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There's a wide selection of 3 wheel buggies that fold up to fit in smaller space. A majority of these buggies are able to be folded with one hand and are easy-to-clean. The smallest models will have an easy height adjustment for the handlebar, whereas others may have an adjustable suspension and an extended 50+ UV canopy. Certain models may come with large baskets and a brake lever that is quick-release.

The most efficient 3 wheel buggy for tackling rough terrain

A 3 wheel jogger stroller-wheel buggy will usually be better able to cope with off-road conditions better than a 4-wheel model, but both can get stuck in difficult places. A model with bigger front and rear wheels can help. This makes it easier to push them across rough terrain and can help you get up and down steep curbs.

One option is the new Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its quick handling, despite its 3-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tried it with her infant and her 3-year-old, and said "it handles really well over bumpy pavements, cobbles gravel tracks and dirt roads and also on some hills."

Another great alternative is the newest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy made by Maxi-Cosi's car seat brand which is called Stella. It's suitable from birth when used in conjunction with the carrycot. It's slightly larger than the lighter 4wheelers (with a surprisingly slim 54cm wide frame) but it comes with big air-filled tyres. It also has 3 wheel parent facing pushchair recline positions, and a swift one-hand fold.

Its primary selling point is its modularity - it's compatible with all the brands' car seats and strollers for infants. This means you can create your ideal travel system for day-to-day or longer walks, using just the chassis as a foundation.

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel pushchairs wheel buggies come in many styles and materials. Each one has its own pros and cons. Air-filled tyres, for example, offer a smooth ride and great maneuverability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The kind of tyre you pick will be determined by your lifestyle and the place it is that you live.

If you intend to travel on unpaved roads or in rough terrain frequently you may want to consider a three wheeled buggies-wheeler that has more robust tyres. Consider the kind of suspension you need. Strong suspension is useful for handling bumps and humps, however it can be heavy and increase the overall weight of your pushchair.

The size of the tyre is also important. Understanding the size of the tyre is crucial for safety, performance, and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on the sidewalls of tyres may be confusing at first, but decoding it allows you 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 the 185/70 size with 14-inch rim size.

PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber tires. If you're unsure if the pushchair you are using has rubber or PU tires, you can test sliding the tires on a smooth surface and tie them. If the tires slide easily they are made of PU. If not, they are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a three wheel buggy can make it more comfortable for your child as it absorbs any knocks or bumps that occur from rough terrain. Large wheels that are filled with air, and can be locked to provide stability while jogging are crucial. This will allow your buggy to maneuver over off-road surfaces effortlessly.

Depending on the style of buggie you're looking for There are choices to fit every lifestyle and budgets. The Mountain Buggy, for example was the first to introduce all-terrain agility in three-wheel buggie. With perfect geometry and engineering their fabric sling seat sits snug within the frame, as opposed to on top like modular seats, resulting in a lower centre of gravity and sitting at the right height for optimal weight distribution, allowing it to easily take on the kerb pops.

The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is a great alternative. It sports sleek design, a huge wheel that is easy to maneuver and is paired with an impressive suspension. It also comes with an adjustable handbrake that can be turned to make it easier of use. MFM reviewer Kath put this buggy through its paces by walking on rough terrain. She found that it performed admirably and said that it "navigates over grass, bumpy sidewalks, cobbles and dirt tracks, and even allows you to easily go up and down kerbs".

The Roma Atlas is another popular off road option and like the Urban Glide 2, comes with a variety of colours to suit your style. It also comes with an adjustable handlebar, a spacious basket, and a 50+ UV hood. You can also choose from a range of infant car seats that convert the buggy into a pram. This includes the chicly designed carrycot plus(tm) that is a comfy lie-flat crib for babies and infants from 12 months to 12 years old.

Safety

Four wheels make the buggy more stable and less likely to tip, and easier to maneuver. It also makes it more secure for your child since the weight of their body is evenly distributed across the frame.

A four-wheeled buggy also tends to have a lower center of gravity and is therefore more easy to roll up and over curbs. The seats of the fabric sling are placed inside the frame rather than on top of it like modular seats. This results in a low seat position and buggy that is easily moved.

However, if you want to go out for a run with your baby then a 4-wheeler might be more suitable as it has a suspension system that allows the front wheel to move independently of the rear one to allow you to tackle 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 independently tested across all kinds of terrain.