3 wheeled buggies Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies look elegant and sleek, with outstanding maneuverability. A lot of them come with an upholstered sling seat that has a comfortable lie flat bed and perfect weight distribution, ideal from birth.

The wheels are bigger and typically have suspension to ensure smooth, swift moving on different terrains. The only downside to these wheels is that they tend to be bulkier and heavier to store and transport.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are remarkably solid - they don't fall over as easily as pushchairs that have four wheels when going in a straight line and you'll find that you can manoeuvre them much more quickly and efficiently. However, if you attempt to stop or turn suddenly, they'll lose stability and could tip over. For this reason, certain manufacturers add an extra wheel to their lightest 3 wheel stroller wheel buggy designs to increase the stability of the chassis.

The additional wheel can also help you tackle off-road terrain. Choose models with air-filled tires (also known as pneumatic tyres) that are able to take on off-road paths, sand and dirt, as well as other surfaces such as rock and sand. They'll also typically include an adjustable front wheel that locks to add stability over really rough ground.

Buggies are easy to maneuver and agile with 360o front swivel wheel. They will also pass the same stability standards globally and test as 4-wheel buggies.

If you are in the market for a fabric seat they are typically less upright in comparison to modular seats. This means that your baby's centre of gravity will be closer to the ground - instantly providing a smoother ride.

Most well-known for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added a light travel system and pushchair to its range with the attractive Citylife. This 3-in-1 is perfect for urban living and comes with a newborn car seat or carrycot. It has 4 wheels and has an exclusive black pewter frame that the manufacturer claims is 'light and compact' - it's only 2cm wider than the Babyzen Yoyo.

Folding

There are many three wheel buggies that can be folded down to fit into smaller spaces. A lot of these buggies can be folded with one hand and are easy to clean. Some of the tiniest models come with a simple handlebar height adjustment, while others feature adjustable suspensions and a 50+ UV canopy that can be extended. They may also feature large, spacious baskets and a brake lever with quick release.

The best 3 wheel pushchair cheap wheeler for rough terrain

A 3-wheeler is likely to be better able to cope with off-road terrain than a 4-wheel model, but both can get stuck in difficult spots. However, choosing a model with bigger wheels both front and back can help. This will make them easier to push over uneven ground and can help in moving up and down steep kerbs.

One option is the latest Roma Atlas, which has been praised for its surprisingly quick handling, despite its 3-wheel design. MFM reviewer Kath has tested it with her baby and said that "it handled really well on cobbles, bumpy surfaces, dirt roads, gravel tracks and even some hills."

Another great alternative is the newest all-terrain 3 wheel buggy made by Maxi-Cosi's car seat brand, called Stella. It's suitable from birth when used with the carrycot and is a smaller than the light 4wheelers (with an impressively slim 54cm wide frame) but it comes with big air-filled tyres. It also has 3 wheel jogger recline positions and a fast one-hand fold.

Its main selling feature is its modularity. It's compatible across all the brand's baby strollers and car seats. This means you can create your ideal travel system for day-to-day or longer walks, using only the chassis as a starting point.

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel buggies are available in a variety of designs and materials, and each has its pros and cons. Air-filled tyres, for example offer an effortless ride and superior manoeuvrability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you select will be based on your personal preferences and the location you live in.

For instance, if intend to frequently travel on rough or muddy terrain, you might think about a 3-wheeler with sturdier tyres. You should also consider the type of suspension that you require. A strong suspension is ideal for handling bumps and humps. However, it can be heavy and increase the overall weight of your pushchair.

Another crucial aspect to take into consideration is tyre size. Understanding how to read the tyre size is important for safety, performance, and durability. The combination of numbers and letters on a tyre's sidewall can seem confusing initially, but understanding it allows you to understand the tyre's dimensions. For instance, a tyre's size of '185/70 R14' means that the tire is a 185/70 radial with 14 inches of rim diameter.

PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber tires. If you're not sure if a pushchair has rubber or PU tires, you can test sliding the tires over a smooth and tied surface. If they move easily, then the tires are made of PU. If not, they are made of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension of a 3 wheel baby buggy wheel buggy is an essential aspect to consider as it will absorb the smacks and bumps of rough terrain making it much more comfortable for your baby. Large wheels that are ideally air-filled and lockable to ensure stability while jogging is crucial to ensure your buggy is capable of maneuvering off roads with ease.

Depending on the style of buggie you're looking for There are a variety of options that will fit all lifestyles and budgets. The Mountain Buggy, for example was the first to introduce all-terrain agility in three-wheel buggies. With perfect geometry and engineering, their fabrics sling seat sits snug within the frame, as opposed to being on top of modular seats, providing the lowest centre of gravity and sitting at the ideal height for optimal weight distribution that allows it to easily handle the kerb pops.

Another option worth considering is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule which boasts a sleek design with a large, highly maneuverable front wheel, excellent suspension and a simple handbrake that twists. MFM reviewer Kath took this buggy to the test by taking it for an excursion through the rough terrain and found that it was able to handle the terrain well saying that it 'navigates effortlessly over bumpy grass, pavements, cobbles, dirt tracks and even can be a breeze going up and down the kerbs'.

The Roma Atlas is another popular off road option and similar to the Urban Glide 2, comes in a variety of colors to suit your style. It also comes with a movable handlebar and a spacious basket. You can also choose from a variety 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 baby bed suitable for infants and newborns until 12 months old.

Safety

The presence of four wheels makes the pushchair much more stable and less likely to tip, and easier to maneuver. It is also more secure for your child as their weight is distributed more evenly across the frame of the pushchair.

A four-wheel buggy also tends to have a lower center of gravity, making it easier to pop over curbs and up the stairs. The seats of the fabric sling are placed inside the frame and not on top as modular seats. This creates a low seat and an automobile that is easily pushed.

If you're looking to run with your child, an all-wheeler is the best option. It comes with a suspension system that allows the front wheel to move independently from the rear one. This allows you to tackle rough terrains or bumpy roads. However, not all four-wheel buggies can be used for running. The exception is Mountain Buggies which have a specially-designed suspension system that has been independently tested on all terrains.