Top 5 All-Terrain Prams
If you're going to be pushing your little one across various surfaces, you'll require an all-terrain pram. These typically have larger wheels to handle rough surfaces such as roads made of gravel and areas of mud.
For a smooth ride, look for a stroller with large foam tyres that resist punctures and excellent suspension. You might also want to think about a great shopping basket as well as a weather protection system.
Bugaboo Fox 5
The Bugaboo Fox 5 is a full-sized pram that offers the highest level of comfort, superior maneuverability and superior durability. It is available in a variety of fabrics and colors to fit your personal preferences. The sleek chassis design has a short wheel width that allows for greater mobility. The Fox 5 has a larger, puncture-resistant tire and improved suspension to provide a comfortable ride. The pram is able to be used from birth, with the included carrycot. It can also be transformed into a toddler seat once your child is old enough. It also has a large sun canopy and spacious under-seat basket.
The Fox 5 is easy to manoeuvre and can be used with many car seats thanks to its adaptors. It's lightweight, folds up into an incredibly compact size and can easily be fitted into the back of your car. It is also well-built and comes with a top-quality steering system that lets you operate it with only one hand. You can adjust the handlebars, reposition the wheels to the front, and fold the stroller with your baby still in arms.
The Fox 5 features a new chassis that has improved steering in all directions, and a large basket under the seat that can now hold up to 39 litres, with extendable flaps. It's got a stylish look with new colour options, and features. The new design of the canopy, which comes with an exclusive Astro purple shade, has an opening in the front that allows for the ability to stand on its own. The canopy is fully adjustable and offers UPF50+ sun protection while the breathable vents provide plenty of airflow during warmer days. It is also made from bio-based material that is mass-balanced, reducing C02 emissions by as much as 20 percent.
Mamas & Papas Ocarro
The Mamas & Papas Ocarro is a robust pushchair that can handle the bumps and bruises that come with urban or rural trips. It's designed with a spacious cushioned seat for infants, and its dual suspension is able to handle rough terrain while ensuring a smooth ride for all. It's also compatible with car seats as well as a carrycot making it a stylish travel system that can be used from birth. Its compact, one-hand folding makes it easy to store and transport when not in use.
This luxurious stroller is all-terrain and comes with an enormous shopping basket, an extendable canopy, and a handy tray for parents that has a drink holder and an area for storage. You can also put on the foot muff to keep your child warm and allow access to the harness. all terrain buggies will shield you from sudden showers.
The Ocarro is an excellent option for families looking to invest in a high-quality product that will last throughout the life of your baby. Its spacious, lie-flat seat encourages healthy sleeping patterns in infants and its reclining options allow you to be able to move around. It can be used both facing forward and towards the parent and is compatible with a variety of infant car seats like those from Chicco, Maxi-Cosi Joie, and Cybex.
The Ocarro's frame is made from lightweight, high-quality aluminium and has puncture-proof wheels. The Ocarro is also easy to clean with warm soapy water. You can also buy accessories such as cups holder and an appropriate changing bag. The brand also offers a valet cleaning service where they will thoroughly clean and disinfect your pram.
Cybex Avi
The Cybex Avi is designed for all future runs you will do with your baby. It is lightweight, sleek and offers excellent running performance on urban streets and in parks. It has a comfortable handlebar for effortless steering and a soft suspension to provide a comfortable ride. The swivel in the front can be locked in place to ensure stability when running and the Air-filled tires provide cushioned comfort. It also comes with an ergonomic seat that can be fully reclined that is suitable for babies from birth and can be used in conjunction with the Cot S Carrycot or any Cybex infant car seat as an entire travel system. Reflective details provide safety, while an XL sun canopy gives your baby plenty of protection from the elements.
MadeForMums test-tested the Cybex Avi Spin for us and had the opportunity to go on a test run with one of Australia's best middle-distance runners Genevieve Gregson who recently became a mum. We asked her what she thought of the pram and what she thought could be improved.
The Avi Spin is an all-terrain stroller that has the flexibility needed by modern families from day one. The front swivel wheel is unrivalled for maneuverability in tight city corners and the tyres with air filled offer comfort during city walks, nature walks or even runs. The swivel is lockable for extra stability on uneven terrain or when running. The fully reclined seat has an ergonomic lie-flat position that's suitable from birth. The one-pull strap makes it easier to get in and out of the seat, while the compact folding makes it easy for storage or transport. Wheels can be easily removed to make an even smaller fold. The brake lever is located on the right-hand side of the handlebar, which can make it difficult to use using just one hand.
Out N About Nipper V5
With the Out N About Nipper V5, you can take your baby on thrilling off-road excursions and jogging smooth in complete ease. The lightweight frame, rear suspension and air-filled tires guarantee the most comfortable ride on any terrain, including city streets and beautiful country roads. This single pushchair is suitable for children from birth and can be used with a variety of car seats (with the appropriate adapters) to create an ideal travel system.
The V5 model comes with waterproof fabrics, a brand new magnetic peekaboo window, a better 5-point safety harness, and a redesigned one-hand quick fold mechanism. The V5 model includes a raincover and a basket. If you intend to use your stroller right from birth, you can purchase a baby insert. But, you'll need buy the newborn insert separately if you want to use the Nipper with car seats.
The Nipper Double is towards the upper end of the price range for side-byside prams, however, it is sturdy and durable and is suitable for use from newborn to around four years old. The absence of parent-facing seating options, and not being compatible with car seats, place it in a higher price category than other models, but its good manoeuvrability and ability to deal with all terrains, makes it a solid choice.
Assembly is fairly easy, and the manual provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions. The only criticisms I have is that they are noisy, clunky and that the Velcro used to secure them can wake up your baby. This is particularly a problem when you're strolling quietly through the park, and you do not want to disturb other parents. The absence of a storage area under the seats was also noted as a drawback.
Britax Romer
Britax Romer is an award-winning brand that is committed to 'protecting dreams' and ensuring your child's safety possible using child mobility solutions. Their aim is to make family travel safer and they accomplish this by offering car seats that are rigorously tested and long-lasting.
The Dualfix M i-Size is one of their car seats that is worth the investment. It's easy to install and will last until your child is 4 years old.
It features soft, deep side wings that protect your child in order to minimize the force of an accident. The high back design offers optimal head protection. It also has an intelligent feature that lets you know when the seat is properly installed and gives you peace of mind.
There's also a number of other features, like smart lighting that changes color to show whether your child is sleepy or hungry. There's also a ventilation window to keep your little one cool, and there's an extra large hood that has mosquito-proofing.
It's not cheap, and you might struggle to find a cheaper deal when you plan to use it from birth. It's also very heavy, and you may need to get the assistance of a person to lifting the car. Another thing to note is that there are a couple of small honeycomb-like exposed areas at the lower part of the seat where the vomit and spilled smoothies could migrate - you'll have to be cautious if your child is prone to illness.