3 Wheel Buggies

3 wheel buggies provide excellent maneuverability, and are a stylish, sleek frame. Many of them come with a fabric sling with an incredibly comfortable lay flat bed that is perfect for weight distribution and are ideal starting at birth.

The wheels are bigger and typically have suspension to ensure smooth, swift mobility on various terrains. The only drawback to these wheels is that they tend to be bulkier and heavier to transport and store.

Stability

Three-wheel buggies provide plenty of stability. They don't fall over more easily when moving straight. You can also manoeuvre faster. If you turn or stop abruptly, they can lose their stability and fall over. For this reason, some manufacturers add an extra wheel to their three wheel buggy designs to increase the stability of the chassis.

The additional wheel also allows you to tackle off-road terrain. Find models with air-filled tires (also called pneumatic tyres) that are able to take on off-road paths, sand and mud, and other surfaces like rock and sand. They'll also include a lockable front wheel to give stability over rough ground.

With the right geometry, engineering and weight distribution, these buggies can turn on a dime - easy to steer with just one hand; feature 360o front swivel wheels allowing agility and mobility to be easy and light in handling. They also meet the same global stability standards and tests as buggies with four wheels.

If you're looking for a seat made of cloth, these tend to be lower in the frame compared to modular seats. This means that your baby's center of gravity will be closer to the ground - instantly ensuring an easier ride.

Popular for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added a light pushchair and travel system to its range with the attractive Citylife. This 3-in-1 is ideal for urban living, and comes with a baby car seat or carrycot. It comes with 4 wheels and uses an exclusive black pewter frame, which the company claims is 'light and compact'. It's just 2cm larger than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There's a good choice of 3 wheel buggies that fold up to fit in smaller spaces. A lot of these buggies can be folded with one hand and are easy-to-clean. The smallest models will feature a simple height adjustment for the handlebar, whereas others could have an adjustable suspension and an extended 50+ UV canopy. Certain models may come with a large basket and a brake lever that is quick-release.

The best 3 wheeler for rocky terrain

A 3-wheeled model is typically better equipped to handle off-road terrain in comparison to a model with four wheels however both may get stuck in tight corners. A model with larger rear and front wheels can assist. This will make them easier to push over uneven ground and can help in getting up and down high kerbs.

The new Roma Atlas has been praised by many for its astonishing agility despite its 3-wheeled design. MFM reviewer Kath has tested it with her infant and reported that "it did really well on bumpy surfaces, cobbles, dirt roads, gravel tracks and a few hills."

Another great alternative is the newest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy from Maxi-Cosi, a car seat manufacturer which is called Stella. It's suitable for baby and smoothly, they're made of PU. If not, they are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension on a 3 wheel buggy is an essential element to look for as it absorbs the jolts and bumps of rough terrain making it more comfortable for your baby. Large wheels that are air-filled and that can be locked to ensure stability when running are important. This will allow your buggy to maneuver over off-road surfaces effortlessly.

There are many options for buggy styles to suit every budget and style of life. The Mountain Buggy, for example is the first all-terrain vehicle to be developed in three-wheel buggies. With perfect geometry and engineering their fabric sling seat is tucked away inside the frame as opposed to sitting on top like modular seats, providing an lower center of gravity and sitting at the right height for the best lightweight 3 wheel stroller (new post from Nativ) weight distribution, allowing it to easily take on kerb pops.

The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is another excellent option. It has an elegant design, a huge wheel that's easy to move and combines it with exemplary suspension. It also has the twist handbrake to facilitate ease of use. MFM reviewer Kath put the buggy through its paces by going for a ride on a rough terrain. She was impressed with how it was able to handle it very well and said that it "navigates over grass, bumpy cobbles, sidewalks, and dirt tracks, and even makes it easy to go up and down 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 an adjustable handlebar, a spacious basket, and a 50+ UV hood. You can also pick from a range of infant car seats that transform the buggy into pram. This includes the stylishly designed Carrycot Plus(tm) that is a comfortable lie-flat bed for newborns or babies until 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make the pushchair more stable and less likely to tip over and is easier to maneuver. It is also more secure for your child as their weight is distributed more evenly across the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheeler is also likely to have a lower centre of gravity and therefore is easier to lift over curbs and up the stairs. The seats of the fabric sling are built into the frame, not on top like modular seats. This results in a lower seat and buggy that is easily moved.

If you're looking to run with your child, then a 4-wheeler is the best option. It has a suspension system which allows the front wheel to be independent from the rear facing 3 wheel stroller. This will allow you to take on rough terrain or bumpy roads. However there are some limitations to four wheel buggies are able to be used for running. The exception is Mountain Buggies which have a specially-designed suspension system that has been tested independently across all kinds of terrain.