3 Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies look stylish and sleek, and have great maneuverability. Many of them come with an upholstered sling that has an incredibly comfortable lay flat bed, perfect weight distribution, and are perfect for babies from the age of.

The wheels are bigger and often have suspension to allow for smooth, agile moving on different terrains. The only downside to these wheels is that they can be more bulky and heavy to transport and store.

Stability

Three-wheel buggies have plenty of stability. They don't fall over as easily when you are driving straight. They also allow you to maneuver faster. If you stop or turn abruptly, they could lose stability and tip over. This is why some manufacturers add an extra wheel to their three wheel buggy designs to increase the stability of the chassis.

The extra wheel also helps you tackle off-road terrain. Choose models that have air-filled tires (also called pneumatic tyres), which can handle off-road paths, sand and mud, and other surfaces such as sand and rock. These models will also have an adjustable wheel that locks on the front to increase stability over rough terrain.

With the correct 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 effortless and light in handling. They also pass the same stability standards globally and tests as buggies with four wheels.

If you're in search of a fabric sling, then they tend to be set lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby's center of gravity is closer to the floor and provides a more comfortable ride and a less noticeable kerb pop (you don't need to apply the same amount of pressure or exertion to get the buggy over and up a Kerb).

Maxi-Cosi is best known for its car seats, but it has recently expanded its product line with the Citylife, a lightweight travel system and pushchair. This 3-in-1 is perfect for urban living and comes with a baby car seat or carrycot. It comes with four wheels as well as an unique pewter-black frame that is described by the brand as'slim' and compact 3 wheel stroller. It's only 2cm wide than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There's a good choice of cheap 3 wheel buggy wheel buggies that fold up to fit into smaller spaces. Many of them can be folded using a single hand and are easy to wipe down. Some of the tiniest models have a simple handlebar-height adjustment, while others feature adjustable suspensions and an ultraviolet canopy of 50+ that can be extended. Some models could have an enormous basket as well as a brake lever that is quick-release.

The most efficient 3 wheeler for rough terrain

A 3-wheeled model is typically better equipped to handle off-road conditions in comparison to a model with four wheels, though both may get stuck in tight corners. However, selecting a model with larger wheels both front and back will help. This allows you to push them over rough terrain, and can help you get up and down high curbs.

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 infant and her 3 wheel stroller reversible seat-year-old, and said "it does really well on bumpy pavements, cobbles dirt roads and gravel tracks, as well as on a few hills."

Another great alternative is the new all-terrain 3 wheel push chair wheel buggy from Maxi-Cosi's car seat brand named Stella. It is suitable 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 a single-hand fold.

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

Tyres

The tyres on 3 wheel pushchair with car seat wheel buggies are available in a range of styles and materials, and each has its pros and cons. For instance, air-filled tyres offer an effortless ride and superior maneuverability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you choose will be based on your personal preferences and where you live.

If you intend to travel on roads that are not paved or on rough terrain frequently, you might be interested in a three-wheeler equipped with more durable tyres. Also, you should consider the type of suspension that you need. Strong suspensions are useful to tackle humps and bumps but they can be heavy and add to the overall weight.

Another aspect to be considered is tyre size. Understanding how to understand tyre sizing is vital to ensure safety as well as performance and durability. The combination of letters and numbers on the sidewalls of tyres can be confusing until you get the hang of it, you can understand the tyre dimensions. A tyre with the size 185/70 R14 for instance, means that it is a radial tire with a diameter of the 185/70 size with 14-inch rim size.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are also lighter and more puncture resistant than rubber ones. If you're unsure whether a pushchair has rubber or PU tires, you can test sliding the tires over an even and secure surface. If the tires slide smoothly, they are made of PU. If they do not then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension on a 3 wheel buggy is an essential aspect to consider as it will absorb the bumps and knocks of rough terrain making it much more comfortable for your child. Having large wheels, which are filled with air and are lockable to ensure stability while jogging is also important as this will ensure that your buggy will be capable of maneuvering off roads with ease.

There are many options for buggy styles that will suit any budget and style of life. For instance the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility in a 3-wheel buggies. With the perfect geometry and engineering their fabric sling seat is tucked away inside the frame, in contrast to sitting on top like modular seats, providing the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the ideal height to ensure optimal weight distribution, allowing it to easily take on kerb pops.

The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is another excellent option. It features sleek design, a large wheel that's easy to move and is paired with an impressive suspension. It also features a twist handbrake for ease of use. MFM reviewer Kath took this buggy to the test by taking it on a walk through rough ground and she was impressed with how it adapted to the terrain well. She said that it 'flies effortlessly over bumpy grass, pavements, cobbles, dirt tracks and even can be a breeze climbing and descending kerbs'.

The Roma Atlas is another popular off-road model and, like the Urban Glide 2, comes in a variety of colors to complement your style. It also comes with a movable handlebar and a spacious basket. You can also select from a range of infant car seats to transform the buggy into a pram, including the chicly designed carrycot plus(tm) which is a cosy lie flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns up to 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make the buggy more stable and less likely to tip over, and more easy to maneuver. It can also be safer for your baby as their weight is distributed more evenly throughout the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheeled buggy also tends to have a lower centre of gravity and therefore is easier to lift up and over curbs. The fabric sling seats are built into the frame, not on top like modular seats. This creates a low seating position and a buggy that can be easily maneuvered.

If you're looking to go out for a run with your baby then a 4-wheeler might be better suited as it will have a suspension system that allows the front wheel to move independently of the back one so you can tackle rough terrains and bumpy roads be aware that not all 4 wheel buggies are suitable for running (most aren't like the Phil and Teds). Mountain Buggies are the exception because they come with an exclusive suspension system that has been independently tested across all terrains.