3 Wheel Buggies

3 wheel buggies offer excellent maneuverability, and are a stylish, sleek frame. A lot of them come with seats made of fabric that have a cosy lie flat bed and perfect weight distribution, perfect from the moment of birth.

The wheels are bigger and often have suspensions for smooth movements on various terrains. The only downside is that they can be more heavy and bulkier to store and transport.

Stability

Three-wheel buggies offer plenty of stability. They don't fall over as easily when you are driving straight. They also allow you to maneuver them more quickly. However, if you attempt to stop or turn suddenly, they'll lose stability and may fall over. This is why certain manufacturers add an extra wheel to their three wheel buggy designs to improve 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 these can cope with off-road trails and other surfaces like sand, mud and rock. These models also come with wheels that lock in the front to improve stability over rough terrain.

The buggies are easy to maneuver and agile, thanks to a 360o front swivel wheel. They'll also pass the same rigorous global stability standards and tests as 4-wheel buggies.

If you are in the market for a seat made of cloth they are typically lower in the frame compared to modular seats. This means that your baby's centre of gravity will be closer to the ground - instantly ensuring the smoothest ride.

Popular for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added an ultra-light pushchair and travel system to its range with the striking Citylife. This 3-in-1 is perfect for urban living and comes with a baby car seat or carrycot. It comes with four wheels and an unique pewter-black frame, which the brand describes as'slim and compact. It's smaller at 2cm than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There's a wide selection of 3 wheeler buggy wheel buggies that fold down to fit in smaller spaces. A majority of these buggies are able to be folded with one hand, and are easy to clean. Some of the smaller models have a simple height-of-handlebar adjustment, whereas others come with adjustable suspensions and an ultraviolet canopy of 50+ that can be extended. They could also come with an enormous, spacious basket and a brake lever with quick release.

The best 3 wheeler for rough terrain

A jogging 3 wheel stroller-wheeled buggy is usually better equipped to handle off-road conditions compared to a 4-wheeled model however both can get stuck on tight corners. However, choosing a model with bigger wheels both front and back will help. This will make them easier to push across rough terrain and can help in moving up and down the high kerbs.

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

Stella Stella, the brand new 3-wheel all-terrain buggy from Maxi-Cosi, is another option. It can be used from birth, if it is used in conjunction with a carrycot. It is slightly larger than the lightweight 4-wheelers, but it features air-filled tires, three recline positions, and an easy fold with one hand.

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

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel buggies come in a variety of styles and types of materials. Each one has its own pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres offer a great performance and a smooth ride, whereas foam-filled tyres are more durable. The type of tyre you select will depend on your lifestyle and where it is that you live.

For instance, if plan to travel often on rough or muddy terrain, you might want to consider an all-wheeler with more durable tyres. You should also think about the type 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 crucial. Understanding the tyre size is important for safety, performance, and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on a tyre's sidewall can seem initially, but understanding it will allow you to comprehend the tyre's dimensions. For example, a tyre size of '185/70 R14 indicates that the tire is a 185/70 radius with a 14-inch rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are also less heavy and puncture resistant than rubber ones. If you're unsure if the pushchair you are using has rubber or PU tires, you can test sliding the tires across a smooth and tied surface. If they slide easily then the tires are made of PU. If they don't then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a 3 wheel buggy is a vital aspect to consider as it absorbs the smacks and bumps of rough terrain making it much more comfortable for your child. Large wheels that are air-filled and that can be locked to ensure stability when running are essential. This will allow your buggy to navigate off-road surfaces easily.

Depending on the style of buggie you're seeking There are options that will fit all lifestyles and budgets. For instance the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility in a 3-wheel buggies. With an engineering and geometry that is perfect their fabric sling seat rests comfortably inside the frame, in contrast to sitting on top like modular seats, offering the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the right height for optimal weight distribution that allows it to easily handle the kerb pops.

The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is another excellent option. It features an elegant design, a huge wheel that's easy to move and is paired with an impressive suspension. It also comes with the twist handbrake to facilitate ease of use. MFM reviewer Kath put the buggy through its tests by going for a ride on a rough terrain. She found that it performed admirably and said that it "navigates over bumpy grass, sidewalks, cobbles and dirt tracks, and allows you to easily go up and down kerbs".

The Roma Atlas is another popular off-road model and, like the Urban Glide 2, comes in a range of colours to match your style. It also has an adjustable handlebar and a spacious basket. You can also pick from a range of infant car seats that will transform the buggy into a pram. This includes the stylishly designed Carrycot Plus(tm) that is a comfy lie-flat bed for newborns or babies from 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make a buggy much more stable, less likely to tip and easier to handle. It also makes it safer for your child as the weight of their body is evenly distributed across the frame.

A four-wheeled buggy also tends to have a lower centre of gravity and therefore is more easy to roll up and over curbs. The seats made of fabric are positioned inside the frame and not on top as modular seats. This results in a lower seating position and an automobile that is easily maneuvered.

If you want to run with your child, a 4-wheeler is the ideal option. It comes with an suspension system that allows the front wheel of the buggie to move independently from the rear one. This will allow you to tackle rough terrains or bumpy roads. However it is not the case that all 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 terrains.