JJ Cole Broadway Stroller Review

Product Review: JJ Cole Broadway Stroller

Company: Amazon

Price Range: $350 - $400

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Who Would Buy This: Those shopping for an elegant, highly flexible stroller with car seat compatibility, which can accommodate their child from birth into childhood.

Pros: 

The Broadway Stroller sports a sleek, stylish and modern design comprising of a sleek frame and trendy wheels. With its convertible design, you can quickly convert the Broadway Stroller from a bassinet to a toddler seat, making it suitable for your newborn as well as toddlers up to 50 lbs.

A feature we love is the 360 degree rotatable seat. This allows you to choose from either a forward-facing or parent-facing seating position so you can bond with your baby or give them a better view of their surroundings.

For added convenience, the included infant car seat adapter allows you to put your car seat into the stroller. Compatible car seats include the Chicco Keyfit and Graco Snugride. Compatible car seats which fit in the frame and require no adapter include the First Years Via I470, Lamaze Via and JJ Cole Newport car seat.

Aside from the included black canopy, you can optionally purchase extra canopy colors if you want an extra splash of color. The switchable canopy design means you can easily change the canopy to one of six color options (as shown in the picture below) simply by switching it out and putting on the new one.

One hand fold makes folding the stroller quick and easy which is particularly useful on those hot summer days in the parking lot.

If your taller than average you’ll be pleased to know this stroller features an adjustable handle height which allows you to attain a comfortable handling position. Additionally, you can move the handlebar right down so you can attend to your child without it getting in your way.

Cons:

One minor drawback is that there is no cup holder or snack tray.

Lacks shock absorbance, so isn’t the smoothest of rides over bumpy surfaces. However, it’s fine for everyday jaunts in malls and on sidewalks.

The lower storage basket is average in size as it’s shallow.

Guarantee: 1-year limited warranty.

Summary

The JJ Cole Broadway Stroller is a very cute looking stroller that is sure to turn a lot of heads as you’re out and about. The 360 spin feature is much loved amongst parents as it provides wonderful seating flexibility. Also, the seat-to-bassinet feature is great as it gives parents the best of both worlds; an ideal option for those with newborns or those with toddlers. We are also very impressed with the sun canopy; it is very big and provides ample sun shade.

For tall and short parents alike, we would recommend this stroller if you have a newborn and flexibility is something you have as a high priority.

Schwinn Turismo Swivel Single Jogger Review

Product Review: Schwinn Turismo Swivel Single Jogger

Company: Amazon

Price Range: $150 - $200

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Who Would Buy This: Active parents shopping for a sturdy, low-cost single jogging stroller packed with plenty of amenities.

Pros: 

With its lightweight aluminium frame, the Schwinn Turismo weighs just 24.5 lbs making it easy to lift and manoeuvre on your travels. The fabrics are made with 420D polyester for rugged durability. A choice of two trendy colors is available; Blue/Gray or Red/Gray.

Extra-large 16-inch rear wheels complete with an exposed spring suspension system provide high speed and stability for the most avid joggers over rough or sandy surfaces, while the 12-inch front swivel wheel provides easy turning during your exercise outing. The front wheel can be locked into a fixed position for extra stability when you don’t want the stroller to veer off course whilst jogging.

The wheels are removable by simply using a quick release lever. This is handy for those who have a smaller car with limited trunk space. Packing the stroller away is a breeze thanks to the dual-trigger easy folding system. Parking the stroller is made easy using the rear individual brake pedals. While this isn’t the most innovative of braking systems we’ve seen on a jogging stroller, it is fine for most purposes.

The 50 lbs seat weight capacity ensures that the stroller has the longevity to accommodate your child well into their toddler years. For added comfort, the seat has a faux lambskin seat pad. A 5-pt adjustable harness takes care of safety.

Its adjustable handlebar can be adjusted to allow you to attain a comfortable position for your height. With its Krayton rubberized grip, you’ll have no problems losing grip of the handlebar when jogging or taking a brisk walk with your little one.

An oversized canopy complete with a retractable viewing window on top, provides plenty of sun protection. Due to its pivoting design you can move the canopy down to keep out low sunshine when taking an evening stroll.

A deep removable storage basket located under the seat gives you a reasonable amount of room to store bits and bobs like diaper bags, toys and bottles. Other storage includes a parent tray with 2 large cup holders to allow you to grab refreshment within arm’s length.

Cons: 

A little heavy and bulky according to some users, but for a jogging stroller it’s only a standard weight.

There is no hand brake. This is a feature we feel is very useful on a jogger. Also, the brakes lock individually on each wheel instead of one bar which makes braking a little awkward.

The built-in MP3 speaker is weak and too easy for your child to grab due to its location inside of the canopy.

Guarantee: 5-year limited warranty.

Summary

The Schwinn Turismo Swivel Single Jogger is a smooth mover with plenty of options for adjustability as well as little extras that make the journey that more luxurious. We’re also impressed with its overall build quality particularly considering this is an entry-level stroller.

Newborns can also take a ride thanks to its car seat compatibility via the built-in adapter. Although keep in mind you can only use it as a standard stroller when it’s used with a car seat.

Any active parents looking for an affordable jogging stroller packed with features should add this to their shortlist.

Bugaboo Bee Base Stroller Review

Product Review: Bugaboo Bee Base Stroller

Company: Amazon

Price Range: $600 - $650

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Who Would Buy This: Those shopping for an ultra-compact, lightweight stroller that is adaptable from infant age to childhood.

Pros:

The Bugaboo Bee Base Stroller is built with a one-piece chassis which allows it to be folded and unfolded quickly with ease. Its compact footprint allows you to store it in small trunks without problem. Due to its lightweight aluminium frame, the stroller weighs in at a mere 18-1/2 lbs so it isn’t cumbersome to lift.

The four foam tires feature built-in suspension to keep your little rider in comfort as you glide over bumpy surfaces. The two lockable front swivel wheels provide full 360 degrees swivelling, allowing you the manoeuvre the Bugaboo Bee with ease even one handed. Parents are quick to praise how easy it is to manoeuvre this stroller. The rear foot brake gives you a convenient way to keep the stroller stationary.

To allow for flexibility for both short and tall parents, the stroller has a one-piece adjustable handlebar which is easy to adjust up and downwards after simply unlocking the two clasps either side of the handlebar.. For safety, a wrist strap is attached to the handlebar so you don’t encounter a situation of the stroller rolling away from you when on steep areas.

Thanks to its smartly engineered design, you can turn the seat from front to rear or vice versa in a matter of seconds by just lifting the seat out, rotating it and clicking it into position. This gives parents the option of bonding with their infant by facing them or allowing them to look forward and enjoy the surroundings.

The adjustable backrest can be moved up by up to 3 inches via four positions plus the seat bottom is extendable, enabling the stroller to grow with your child. The stroller can accommodate children from birth up to four years old with a max weight of 37-1/2 lbs.

With a quick lift and tug of the rear handle, the seat can be adjusted via three positions. Older children will appreciate the upright position, while newborns can recline almost 180 degrees back for a nice sleep.

The removable seat cover is made from high quality fabric made with 100% polyester that is resistant to wearing out. Being fully machine-washable, you can put the seat cover in a cold water wash for no-hassle maintenance.

As standard, a rain cover with roll-up window is included with the stroller to keep rain at bay on those less than pleasant days. As an optional extra you can get a large Sun Canopy if you plan on using the stroller a lot in the summer months. If you want plenty of ventilation for your child, you might prefer the Bugaboo Bee Breezy Sun Canopy. With its mesh design, this quality canopy provides enhanced airflow throughout to ensure your little one keeps cool in the summer heat.

With use of an optional car seat adapter you can attach an infant car seat to the stroller to make travelling with your newborn that much easier and convenient.

Cons:

The storage basket is rather small so you can’t fit much in it. However, the stroller can accommodate bags on the handlebar.

Guarantee: 2-year warranty.

Summary

As we’d expect from a baby stroller at this end of the market, the Bugaboo Bee Base Stroller does deliver an excellent array of features without compromising on practicality or style. Its lightweight, incredible steering and compact size are its main highlights. While its adjustability is also excellent so you can have seating configurations which suit you and your child.

Overall, this is a very good stroller which we back with our recommendation if you’re after something which is light, nimble and ultra-flexible.

Mountain Buggy 2013 Mini Stroller Review

Product Review: Mountain Buggy 2013 Mini Stroller

Company: Amazon

Price Range: $300 - $350

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Who Would Buy This: Those shopping for an ultra-modern, compact, lightweight stroller suitable for newborns and toddlers of either gender.

Pros:

The Mountain Buggy Mini Stroller packs in the rugged quality and styling that Mountain Buggy are renowned for, but do so in a mini size weighing just 17 lbs, making it their most lightweight and compact stroller yet. The smart engineered design means there is little front weight to the stroller so hopping up kerbs is a doddle.

Its black/chilli styling is trendy and chic, ensuring that you’ll be looking good when strolling on the city sidewalks. The fixed handlebar provides universal compatibility for small and taller parents.

The comfy seat measures 58 cm wide with a good weight capacity of 44 lbs, allowing it to accommodate your child from birth all the way up to 4 years old. With its breathable mesh back, high seating comfort for your little rider is assured even in the summer climate. The adjustable seat can be adjusted from an upright position to fully reclined, so your newborn can take a nap whilst lying flat or sit up and view the world.

All-new tires made from Aerotech are designed with a combination of rubber and lightweight EVA foam to give you the renowned performance of air-filled tires, but in a lighter form and without requiring the tires to be pumped up. The swivel front wheel can fully swivel, providing great manoeuvrability so you can turn with ease on your travels. Stopping the stroller is made easy using the rear foot brake.

An oversized sun canopy complete with a large mesh sun visor gives your little one plenty of shade on sunny days. The rear peak-a-boo flap allows you to see how your baby is at anytime without the inconvenience of stopping.

Folding the Mini is made easy thanks to its simple one-hand fold which auto locks the frame for convenience. A feature we particularly like is the standing fold. This allows you to stand the stroller upright in its storage position once folded, which is particularly useful when attending to your child in a busy shopping mall.

A compact mesh parcel tray under the seat provides storage. While it isn’t a large tray, there is still enough room to store several essentials.

The Mini is compatible with Mountain Buggy carrycots plus compatible with the following car seats by using an optional adapter (Graco Snugrid, Peg Perego and Primo Viaggio).

Cons: 

Despite the name “Mountain Buggy”, this stroller isn’t suited for rough terrain, but fine for most situations.

Guarantee: 1-year warranty.

Summary

Any parent or caregiver who is a city dweller will find the Mountain Buggy 2013 Mini Stroller to be a stroller well worth looking at. With its compact, narrow design, convenience and comfort features, this gorgeous looking stroller combines all the key ingredients needed to allow for easy transportation of your child from birth to toddler years.

Mia Moda Fiore Stroller Review

Product Review: Mia Moda Fiore Stroller

Company: Amazon

Price Range: $100 - $150

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Who Would Buy This: Those shopping for a trendy, lightweight stroller suitable for everyday use.

Pros:

The Mia Moda Fiore Stroller is built with a lightweight, aluminium frame which allows you to lift the stroller to and from your trunk with ease. For the modern parent who requires convenience in their busy life, this is an important feature.

Available in four trendy styles (Browny Ciel, Browny Rose, Cercle Noir).

All-terrain suspension allows you to take to rougher surfaces in the urban jungle while still keeping a smooth ride for your little one. Parents are pleased that this stroller turns on a dime with its easy steering. No more frustration navigating through the crowds in busy shopping centres.

The large roomy seat has a maximum weight capacity of 40 lbs so it can accommodate a baby or toddler, while the 5 pt safety harness provides excellent safety during travel. The 3-position seat recline allows you to recline the seat to a comfort level suitable for your child. An adjustable leg rest allows you give your child extra leg support as they lie back in the reclining seat.

With its large fully extendable sun canopy, the Fiore Stroller provides full coverage in protecting your child against the sun’s rays so you can relax as you stroll in the sun on those hot summer days.

One-handed fold means you won’t be struggling in the parking lot any longer when putting your stroller away.

An average sized storage basket is located under the stroller which provides room for various baby gear such as diaper bags and toys.

Cons:

There is no cup holder. They often aren’t included with strollers this light anyway so we don’t see this much of a drawback.

One consumer found that the low height of the stroller in addition to the low placement of the handles meant they kept knocking their feet against the back whilst strolling. Therefore, we do not recommend this stroller for tall parents.

Guarantee: 30 day limited manufacture warranty.

Summary

For the lightweight category, the Mia Moda Fiore Stroller brings a lot to the table. It’s stylish, lightweight, and very easy to manoeuvre and has plenty of flexibility for seating comfort. We’re particularly fond of the charming styling of Mia Moda strollers.

Those with children 40 lbs or under needing a lightweight stroller for everyday jaunts should strongly consider this model.