3 Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies look stylish and sleek, with great maneuverability. Many of these feature a fabric sling seat with a comfortable lie flat bed and perfect weight distribution that is ideal from the moment of birth.

The wheels are bigger and, in many cases, have suspensions for smooth movement on a variety of terrains. The only downside is that they could be heavier and bulkier to store & transport.

Stability

three wheel buggies-wheel buggies offer lots of stability. They don't fall over as easily when you are driving straight. You can also manoeuvre more swiftly. If you turn or stop abruptly, they may lose their stability and fall over. Some manufacturers add an additional wheel to their 3-wheel buggy designs in order to increase the stability of the chassis.

You can also conquer off-road terrain using the additional wheel. Be sure to look for models with air-filled tyres (also known as pneumatic tyres) as these can cope with off-road routes as well as other surfaces such as rocks, sand, and mud. These models also come with wheels that lock on the front, which will increase the stability of the vehicle over rough terrain.

With the correct design, engineering and weight distribution these buggies can be turned on a dime easy to steer using just one hand; have 360o front swivel wheels that allow mobility and agility to be easy and light in handling. They'll also be able to pass the same rigorous global stability standards and tests as 4-wheel buggies.

If you're looking for a fabric sling seat, they are typically placed 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 have to exert the same amount of pressure or exertion to get the buggy over and up the Kerb).

Maxi-Cosi is best known for its car seat collection, but it recently expanded its product range with the Citylife lightweight travel system and pushchair. This 3-in-1 is ideal for urban living and comes with a newborn car seat or carrycot. It comes with 4 wheels and uses an exclusive pewter black aluminium frame, which the company claims is 'slim and compact' - it's just 2cm larger than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are a lot of 3 wheel buggies that can be folded compactly and can fit into smaller spaces. Many of these buggies can be folded in one hand and are easy-to-clean. Some of the smaller models have a simple handlebar-height adjustment, while others feature adjustable suspensions and an ultraviolet canopy of 50+ that can be extended. They may also have a large, spacious basket and a brake lever with quick release.

The best 3 wheeler for rocky terrain

A 3-wheeled buggy is usually better equipped to handle off-road terrain compared to a 4-wheeled model, though both can be a bit stuck on tight corners. However, choosing a model with larger wheels on both sides will help. This will make it easier to push them over rough terrain, and can help you get up and down high curbs.

One option is the new Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its agile handling despite its 3-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath tested it with her baby and 3 wheel pushchair off road (cucq.co.uk post to a company blog)-year-old and said "it does really well on cobbles, bumpy pavements, dirt roads and gravel tracks and also on a few hills."

Another option is the latest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy made by Maxi-Cosi, a car seat manufacturer, called Stella. It's suitable from birth when used with the carrycot. It's a little bigger than the lightweight 3 wheel stroller 4wheelers (with an impressively slim frame of 54cm wide) however it has large air-filled tyres, three recline positions, and a quick one-hand fold.

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

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel buggies are offered in many styles and materials. Each comes with its own pros and cons. Air-filled tyres, for example, offer a smooth ride and great maneuverability, while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you choose will depend on your lifestyle and where you live.

For instance, if intend to frequently travel on unpaved paths or rough terrain, you may think about a 3-wheeler with sturdier tyres. Also, you should consider the type of suspension you require. Strong suspensions are useful to tackle humps and bumps but they can also be heavy, adding to the overall weight.

The size of the tyre can be crucial. Understanding how to read tyre sizing is crucial to ensure safety performance, durability, and performance. The combination of numbers and letters on the sidewalls of tyres can appear confusing until you get the hang of it, you can understand the tyre's dimensions. For instance, 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 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 the tires move easily they are made of PU. If they do not, then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a three wheel buggies-wheel buggy makes it more comfortable for your child as it absorbs any knocks or bumps that occur from rough terrain. Large wheels that are ideally air-filled and are lockable to provide stability when jogging crucial to ensure that your buggy is able to navigate off roads with ease.

There are many options for buggy styles to suit every budget and lifestyle. For instance the Mountain Buggy pioneered all terrain agility in a 3-wheel buggies. With the perfect geometry and engineering their sling seat made of fabric is tucked away inside the frame, in contrast to being on top of modular seats, providing a lower centre of gravity and sitting at the perfect height for the best weight distribution, allowing it to easily take on the kerb pops.

The Urban Glide 2 by Thule is a great alternative. It has sleek design, a huge wheel that's easy to maneuver and comes with a superb suspension. It also has an adjustable handbrake that can be turned to make it easier of use. MFM reviewer Kath put the buggy through its paces by going for a ride through rough terrain. She was impressed with how it performed admirably and said that it "navigates over bumpy grass, sidewalks, cobbles and dirt tracks, and even makes it easy to drive up and down kerbs".

The Roma Atlas, like the Urban Glide 2 is a popular off-road choice. It comes in a variety of colors that match your style. It also features an adjustable handlebar, a spacious basket, and a 50+ UV hood. You can also select from a selection of infant car seats that transform the buggy into a pram, including the stylishly designed carrycot plus(tm) that is a cosy lie flat baby bed suitable for infants and newborns from 12 months to 12 years old.

Safety

Having four wheels makes a buggy much more stable and less likely to tip, and easier to handle. It is also safer for your baby as their weight is distributed more evenly throughout the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheeled buggy has lower center of gravity, which makes it easier to climb over curbs and get up. The sling seat is affixed in the frame instead of over it as modular seats. This makes for a low-slung seating position and a lighter buggy that is easily maneuverable.

If you're looking to go out for a run with your baby then a 4-wheeler may be more suitable as it comes with suspension that allows the front wheel to move independently of the rear one so you can tackle rough terrains and bumpy roads Be aware that not all 4 wheel buggies are suitable for running (most are NOT like the Phil and Teds). Mountain Buggies are the exception because they come with an exclusive suspension system that has been tested by an independent expert across all kinds of terrain.