3 Wheel Buggies

3 wheel buggies provide excellent maneuverability, and are a stylish, slim frame. A lot of them have a fabric sling with a comfortable lay flat bed, which is ideal for weight distribution and are ideal for babies from the age of.

The wheels are larger and Pushchairsandprams often include suspension to allow for smooth movement over a variety of terrains. The only downside is that they could be heavier and bulkier to store & transport.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are extremely stable - they don't tip over as easily as four-wheeled pushchairs when they're in a straight line and you'll find that you can manoeuvre them much more quickly and effortlessly. If you attempt to turn or stop suddenly they'll lose stability and can fall over. To avoid this, certain manufacturers add an extra wheel to their three wheel buggy designs to improve the stability of the chassis.

You can also take on off-road terrain by adding an extra wheel. Look out for models with air-filled tyres (also known as pneumatic tyres) as these can cope with off-road routes and other surfaces like sand, mud and rock. These models will also feature an adjustable wheel that locks on the front, which will increase the stability of the vehicle over rough terrain.

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

If you are in the market for a fabric seat that are breathable, they 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.

Maxi-Cosi is a household name for its car seat collection, but it recently expanded its product range with the Citylife, a lightweight travel system and pushchair. This 3-in-1 is perfect for urban living, and comes with a newborn car seat or carrycot. It has four wheels and a unique pewter-black aluminium frame that the brand calls'slim and compact. It's only 2cm wide than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a lot of three wheel buggies that can be folded in a compact way to can fit into smaller spaces. Many of these buggies can be folded in one hand, and are easy to clean. Some of the smallest models have a simple height-of-handlebar adjustment, while others feature 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 most efficient 3 wheeler for rough terrain

A 3-wheeled buggy is usually better equipped to handle off-road conditions when compared to a four-wheeled model, though both can be a bit stuck on tight corners. But, picking a model with bigger wheels on both sides can help. This makes them easier to push across rough terrain and can help in getting up and down high kerbs.

The brand new Roma Atlas has been praised by many for its astonishing agility despite its three-wheeled design. MFM reviewer Kath used it with her baby and 3-year-old and said "it does really well on bumpy pavements, cobbles, gravel tracks and dirt roads and also on a few hills."

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

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

Tyres

The tyres of 3 wheel buggies are available in a range of styles and materials, and each has its pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres provide a comfortable performance and a smooth ride, whereas foam-filled tyres last longer. The type you choose will depend on your lifestyle and where you live.

For instance, if you plan to travel often on unpaved paths or rough terrain, you may want to consider an all-wheeler with more durable tyres. Take into consideration the type of suspension you require. A sturdy suspension is helpful to handle bumps and humps. However, it can be heavy and increase the overall weight of your pushchair.

Another crucial aspect to take into consideration is tyre size. Understanding how to determine the sizing of a tyre is essential for ensuring safety, performance, and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on a tyre's sidewall may be initially, but decoding it will allow you to comprehend the tyre's dimensions. A tyre having a size of 185/70 R14, for example, means that it is a radial tire that has a size of 185/70 with a 14-inch rim diameter.

PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber tires. If you're unsure whether the pushchair you are using has rubber or PU tires, you can test sliding the tires over an even and secure surface. If they move easily, then the tires are made from PU. If they don't, then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a three-wheel buggy makes it more comfortable for your child since it absorbs any bumps or knocks caused by rough terrain. A large wheel that are air-filled, and can be locked to ensure stability while jogging is essential to ensure your buggy is capable of navigating off road surfaces with ease.

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

Another great option is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule which boasts a sleek design with large highly manoeuvrable front wheel, excellent suspension, and a simple twist handbrake. MFM reviewer Kath put this buggy to the test by taking it for a walk through rough ground and she found that it was able to handle the terrain well. She said that it 'flies easily over grass, bumpy pavements, cobbles, dirt tracks and even can be a breeze climbing and descending kerbs'.

The Roma Atlas is another popular off-road option that, like the Urban Glide 2, comes with a variety of colours to match your style. It also comes with a movable handlebar as well as a large basket. You can also pick from a range of infant car seats to transform the buggy into a pram. This includes the elegantly designed carrycot plus(tm) that is a comfortable lie-flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns that are up to 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make the pushchair more stable, less likely for it to tip over, and more easy 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-wheeled buggy has a lower center of gravity, making it easier to pop over curbs and climb up. The seats of the fabric sling are built into the frame, not on top like modular seats. This creates a low seat position and buggy that is easily maneuvered.

If you're looking to run with your child, a 4-wheeler is the best option. It comes with a suspension system that allows the front wheel to be independent from the rear wheel. This allows you to tackle rough terrains or bumpy roads. However, not all four wheel buggies are able to be used for running. Mountain Buggies are the exception, as they have a suspension system specifically designed for them that's been tested by an independent expert across all types of terrain.