3 Wheel All Terrain Pushchair
If you're looking for a pushchair for woodland walks or strolls along the high-street, an all terrain pushchair with excellent manoeuvrability will be the perfect choice. These types typically have big wheels and have a powerful suspension to ensure a smooth ride over bumps and rough ground.
Most are suitable from birth and come with a lie-flat seat or a newborn carrycot. These vehicles also have tyres that never flatten, usually composed from foam.
Suspension
A true all terrain pushchair will have good suspension that is specifically designed to be smooth on rough ground, helping your little one to feel comfortable and at ease. The wheels will also be large and will usually be puncture-proof to avoid damage from sharp sticks or rocks.
Some all-terrain strollers allow you to switch between tyres with different conditions. Based on the type of terrain you want to explore, some all-terrain pushchairs have a swivel front wheel which can be locked to ensure stability or left unlocked for greater maneuverability when needed.
A few all-terrain strollers include a brake handbrake lockable that is easier to reach with your free hand. This is more convenient than a traditional pedal on the handlebars. This is a great option if you're a fan of steep hills.
There are many strollers that have excellent off-road capabilities but aren't the most powerful. They also have big wheels and excellent suspension. 3 wheeler pushchair are usually less expensive than the more expensive full-on all terrain buggy options however they are perfectly suitable for excursions to the dog park or for short walks in the country.
Many of these pushchairs are suitable from birth, either with the carrycot or a newborn-ready car seat. Be aware that when pushing over dips and bumps, the seats aren't completely flat. As per EU regulations, they are required to meet the minimum requirements for reclined position of around 150deg. Graco has solved this issue with its new 'comfitech seat suspension' which allows the seat recline at a flatter angle for more comfort. This feature is available on the Lila XP All-Terrain Pushchair, which can be combined with a compatible Graco Infant Car Seat to create a 3-in-1 travel system.
Seat
There's a whole range of 3-wheel all terrain pushchairs to choose from with a fantastic off-road capabilities. They are great if you reside in the countryside or walk on rough, uneven ground. They are more durable and durable than a standard pushchair. They are equipped with unique features such as large puncture-proof tires to handle the most challenging surfaces. They tend to be quite wide and can be difficult to maneuver in narrow spaces or in aisles of shops.
The seat of an all-terrain buggy could be a parent or world facing and expands with your child from newborn to toddler (it's suitable from 6 months). It is equipped with 'never-flat' foam tyres that give a smooth ride. It also features dual frame suspension, luxurious padding and a seat unit with excellent postural support. It also has a reclining feature, an enormous hood that can be extended and integrated venting as well as a pocket for a smartphone.
Another excellent choice is the new Out 'n' About Nipper V5 Pushchair for all-terrain use that's a trailblazer with an excellent suspension and air-filled tyres, so it can be used to jog once your child is old enough. It also has an adjustable 360-degree swivel front wheel for manoeuvrability, and a one-handed fold that's super easy and quick. It's suitable for babies from birth, and is compatible with an adaptor for UPPAbaby's infant car seat or carrycot (sold separately).
There are many all-terrain strollers, but they don't have the option of a reversible seating. However the Oyster 3, Venicci Tanum and egg 2, which come with this option, have a good weight limit as well as a excellent off-road capability. Many pushchairs are classified as all-rounders. They include the iCandy Pear, Bugaboo Cameleon and others. They can navigate rough terrain in parks and National Trust locations, but lack the off-road capabilities of true all-terrain strollers.
There are also crossover models which are a fantastic combination of extreme off-road and high street and offer excellent all-terrain capabilities with large wheels and a great suspension, but they're designed like a standard pushchair with reversible seats and fully-equipped carrycots and can be used on a daily basis. The best models are manufactured by companies like iCandy Easywalker and Bugaboo.
Wheels
All-terrain pushchairs are a must if you live in a rural area or take your child on regular walks on rough terrain. These models usually have larger back wheels than regular pushchairs, which makes them more adept in handling rough off-road terrain, and ensuring a smooth ride for your child. They also have sturdy suspension and puncture-proof types so that they're suitable for use on grass, woodland or forest paths or gravel tracks, as well as market town cobbles.
Some all-terrain strollers also have a lockable wheel on the front, which gives extra stability when walking over rough terrain or over high kerbs. Some models have swivel wheels at the front, which allow you to move the buggy with ease when you need to change direction or turn corners.
All-terrain strollers have air-filled tyres that are excellent for rough terrain. However they are more prone to punctures than the solid EVA tyres found on lightweight city strollers. It's therefore worth purchasing a repair kit and spare inner tube along with your pushchair. Some all-terrain models feature foam tyres which are less prone to punctures but aren't as effective at absorbing shock and may be harder to push than tyres with air filled.
The new Bugaboo Fox 5 pushchair is a great model of a stroller that has both foam and air filled tyres. It also features an excellent suspension and large rear wheels that are puncture-proof and suitable for off-road usage or jogging (once your child is of the appropriate age). This model can be used even from birth with a carrycot as well as a lying-flat chair.
Another option is the iCandy Peach All-Terrain, which has large tyres and has a single steering wheel at the front. It's not as pliable as the other all-terrain pushchairs listed on this list, but it does cope well with the terrain that is hilly and has an ample one-handed fold, which is great if you're going to be using the pushchair for long walks or excursions into the countryside. It's also suitable for children from birth and comes with a large sun canopy that extends and some great parent-friendly features like a simple brake pedal with an adjustable handlebar as well as a generously sized basket.
Stores
For parents that want to take their little one off-road but don't necessarily fancy climbing Ben Nevis, there are some excellent all terrain pushchairs that give you the best of both worlds. Find a model that has good all-terrain capabilities, sturdy suspension, and large puncture proof wheels, but is constructed in a classic pushchair style with reversible seating and full carrycot options.
The UPPAbaby's bestselling Ridge all-terrain pushchair is a perfect example of this; it offers excellent suspension, a simple one-handed fold, and a large 10kg basket, but it also comes with parent-friendly features including an adjustable handlebar, hand-operated brake on the right and a huge covered storage space. A hood that can be removed and cleaned with cool soapy water is another useful feature that can help prevent mildew and mould from growing.
If you intend to take your all-terrain stroller off road and on the road, you should consider air-filled tires instead of rubber grips. They'll provide a smoother ride over rough terrain and will make it easier to navigate through tight spaces. If you plan to use your all-terrain pushchair for jogging, make sure that the front wheel is swivelable or has a quick-release facility to lock it into place for more stability.
To ensure that the fabric is in pristine condition, it's important to ensure that they are machine-washed. If not, a spot clean using soapy water and warm water should suffice. The fabric can be dried completely outside to avoid mold or mildew.
The majority of our 3 wheeled all terrain pushchairs are able to be used as early as. You should look for models that have an all-flat, fully-reclining seat with a reversible backrest. This will allow you to use the pushchair from the time your baby is born until the time your child reaches three years old. Many of them are compatible with car seat adapters when you're traveling with an all-three-person family. If you'd prefer to leave the car at home, there are some all-terrain pushchairs with a fixed front wheel that are ideal for casual strolling or jogging for a short distance like the Delta Special Needs all-terrain jogger from Delichon which is available in a range of frame and canvas sizes to fit adults and children.