3 Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies are stylish and sleek, with excellent maneuverability. Many of them have an upholstered sling seat that has a comfortable lying flat bed and excellent weight distribution that is ideal from birth.

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

Stability

Three wheel buggies are very stable and don’t tip over as easily as pushchairs that have four wheels when traveling in a straight line. Also, you’ll notice that you can manoeuvre them much more quickly and easily. If you stop or turn abruptly, they can lose stability and tip over. Some manufacturers add an extra wheel to their 3-wheel buggy designs in order to increase the stability of the chassis.

The extra wheel also helps you tackle off-road terrain. Look out for models with air-filled tyres (also called pneumatic tyres) as they are able to deal with off-road routes and other surfaces like rocks, sand, and mud. They’ll also come with a lockable front wheel to give stability over rough ground.

The buggies are simple to maneuver and agile thanks to the 360o front swivel wheel. They’ll also pass the same rigorous stability standards and tests as the 4-wheel buggies.

If you are looking for a seat made of fabric, these tend to be smaller in the frame as compared to modular seats. This means that your baby’s center of gravity will be closer to the ground – instantly ensuring the smoothest ride.

Best known for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added a light pushchair and travel system to its product line with the eye-catching Citylife. This 3-in-1 is ideal for urban living, and comes with a Premium Baby Jogger Stroller For Active Parents car seat or carrycot. It has four wheels and an exclusive pewter-black aluminum frame that is described by the brand as’slim and compact. It’s only 2cm wide than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a lot of 3 wheel buggies that can be folded in a compact way to can be tucked away in smaller spaces. Many of these buggies can be folded with one hand, and are easy to clean. Some of the tiniest models have a simple height-of-handlebar adjustment, whereas others come with adjustable suspensions and a 50+ UV canopy that can be extended. They could also come with a large, spacious basket and a quick-release brake lever.

The best 3 wheeler for rough terrain

A 3-wheeler is likely to be more able to deal with off-road terrain than one with four wheels, however both can be stuck in tight places. But, picking a model that has larger wheels both front and back can be beneficial. This allows them to push over rough ground and can help in getting up and down high kerbs.

One option is the new Roma Atlas 3 Wheel Pram in Jet Black Atlas, which has been praised for its surprisingly responsive handling despite its three-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tested it with her baby and 3-year-old son and reported that “it handles really well over bumpy pavements, cobbles gravel tracks and dirt roads as well as on a few hills.”

Stella Stella, the all-terrain 3-wheel buggy from Maxi-Cosi is a great alternative. It’s suitable from birth when used in conjunction with the carrycot. It’s smaller than the light 4wheelers (with an impressively slim 54cm wide frame) but it comes with big, air-filled tyres, 3 recline positions and a fast one-hand fold.

Its main selling point is its modularity – it’s compatible with all the brand’s infant car seats and strollers. You can create your own travel system, no matter if you want to go on shorter walk or a longer one using the chassis.

Tyres

The tyres on 3 wheel buggies are available in a variety of styles and materials, and each comes with its pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres provide a comfortable performance and maneuverability, whereas foam-filled tyres last longer. The type you pick will depend on your needs and the location you live in.

If you plan to travel on unpaved roads or in rough terrain frequently, you might be interested in a three-wheeler that has more durable tyres. You should also consider the type of suspension that you require. Suspensions that are strong are ideal to deal with humps and bumps but they can be heavy, adding to the overall weight.

Another important factor to consider is the size of the tyre. Knowing how to read tyre sizing is crucial to ensure safety performance, durability, and performance. The combination of letters and numbers on the sidewall of a tyre may be at first, but decoding it will allow you to comprehend the tyre’s dimensions. A tyre with an 185/70 size R14 for instance, means that it is a radial tire in 185/70 and has 14-inch rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are less heavy and puncture resistant than rubber ones. If you are unsure if the tires of a pushchair are rubber or PU, try sliding the tires across the surface with a smooth surface. If the tires slide smoothly, they are made of PU. If they do not, then the tires are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension on a three wheel buggy is a vital component to look for because it will absorb the smacks and bumps of rough terrain making it much more comfortable for your child. Large wheels that are air-filled, and are able to be locked to provide stability when running are crucial. This will enable your buggy to navigate off-road surfaces easily.

There are many choices for buggy styles to suit every budget and lifestyle. For instance, the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility with its three-wheel buggies. With an engineering and geometry that is perfect their sling seat made of fabric sits snug within the frame, as opposed to sitting on top like modular seats, resulting in the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the ideal height for the best weight distribution that allows it to easily handle the kerb pops.

Another great option is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule that boasts a sleek style with large highly manoeuvrable front wheel, excellent suspension, and an easy-to-use twist handbrake. MFM reviewer Kath put this buggy to the test by taking it for a hike through rough terrain and she was impressed with how it was able to handle the terrain well. She said that it ‘flies effortlessly over bumpy grass, cobbles, roads, dirt tracks and even makes light work of climbing and descending kerbs’.

The Roma Atlas is another popular off road option and similar to the Urban Glide 2, comes in a variety of colors to suit your style. It also has an adjustable handlebar, a spacious basket, and a 50+ UV hood. You can also choose from a range of infant car seats that transform the buggy into a pram. This includes the elegantly designed Carrycot Plus(tm) which is a comfortable lie-flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns until 12 months old.

Safety

Having four wheels makes the pushchair much more stable, less likely to tip over and easier to maneuver. It is also more secure for your child as their weight is distributed more evenly throughout the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheeled vehicle has a lower center of gravity, making it easier to pop over curbs and climb up. The seat made of fabric is in the frame instead of sitting on top like modular seats do, which makes for a low-slung seating position and a comparatively lighter buggy that is more easily maneuvered.

If you want to run with your child, a 4-wheeler is the best option. It has a suspension system that allows the front wheel of the buggie to move independently from the rear wheel. This will allow you to tackle rough terrains or bumpy roads. However it is not the case that all four-wheel buggies can be used for running. Mountain Buggies are the exception, as they have an exclusive suspension system that has been independently tested across all terrains.