3 Wheel All Terrain Pushchair
If you're looking for a pushchair for woodland walks or strolls on the main streets, an all-terrain pushchair with excellent maneuverability is a great fit. These models usually have large wheels and have a powerful suspension to ensure a smooth ride over bumps and rough ground.
Most are suitable from birth and include a lie-flat seat or newborn carrycot. They also have foam-filled tyres that are never flat to help with maintenance.
Suspension
A genuine all-terrain pushchair has a good suspension that is specifically designed to be ultra smooth and comfortable on rough terrain. This will help your child feel more relaxed and at ease. The wheels should also be large and will usually have a puncture-proof design to protect against damage caused by sharp rocks or sticks.
Some all-terrain strollers also offer the option to switch between different tyres to suit the conditions. Depending on what kind of terrain you want to explore Certain all-terrain pushchairs feature an adjustable front wheel that can be locked for stability or unlocked for more maneuverability when needed.
For additional security Some all-terrain pushchairs have a handbrake that is lockable, which is much easier to reach and utilize with your hands rather than using an ordinary brake pedal located on the handlebars' side. This is an excellent feature if you are inclined to climb steep hills.
If you don't wish to go quite as extreme as an all-terrain pushchair, there are a lot of strollers available that offer excellent - but not the ultimate off-road capability, with excellent suspension and big wheels. These are usually less expensive than full-on all terrain buggy models, and can work well for short walks in the countryside or trips to the park.
A lot of strollers are suitable for newborns, with either a carrycot or car seat that is designed for newborns. Be aware that the seats will not lie flat when pushing over bumps or dips. According to EU regulations, they need to meet minimum standards of a reclining angle of around 150deg. Certain brands, such as Graco have gotten around this problem with their new "comfitech" suspension in the seat that allows the seat to recline at a slightly more flatter angle for a bit more comfort. This feature is available on the Lila XP all-terrain pushchair which can be used in conjunction with an compatible Graco infant car seat to create a 3 in 1 travel system.
Seat
There's a wide selection of 3-wheel all-terrain pushchairs to pick from with a fantastic off-road capability. They are ideal if you live in the countryside or regularly walk on uneven, rough terrain. They are usually more durable and sturdy than a normal pushchair, with special features such as large wheels that can withstand punctures to deal with the toughest of surfaces. They tend to be quite wide, so can be tricky to manoeuvre in tight spaces or narrow aisles in shops.
The seat on an all-terrain buggy may be facing the world or towards the parent and grows with your child from infant to toddler (it's suitable for children as young as 6 months). It's fitted with foam-filled 'never flat' tyres for an easy ride, dual frame suspension and luxurious padding in the seat unit that offers great postural support and comfort. It features a recline feature, as well as an enormous hood that can be extended and integrated venting as well as pockets for smartphones.
Another great option is the brand new Out 'n' About Nipper V5, a pushchair that's all-terrain that is a true trailblazer with great suspension and tyres that are air-filled, making it suitable for jogging once your child is old enough. It features a 360-degree lockable front wheel that allows for effortless maneuverability as well as a swift one-handed folding. It's suitable for babies from birth, and is compatible with an adaptor for UPPAbaby's infant car seat or carrycot (sold separately).
Many all-terrain pushchairs don't have a reversible seat, but the likes of the Oyster 3, Venicci Tinum and egg 2 do offer this option and both offer an excellent level of off-road capability and an acceptable weight limit for a two-year old. There are many pushchairs that are classed as all-rounders, like the iCandy Pear and Bugaboo Cameleon which are very good with rough terrain at the park or National Trust places but don't offer the off-road capabilities of true all-terrain pushchairs.
There are also crossover models that are a good compromise between extreme off road and high street. They have big wheels, great suspension, and are designed in a pushchair-style, with reversible seating and carrycot options. three wheel pushchair of the top models are made by brands such as iCandy Easywalker and Bugaboo.
Wheels
All-terrain pushchairs are essential when you live in the countryside or take your child for regular walks over rough terrain. These pushchairs have larger wheels on the back than regular pushchairs, which allows them to withstand bumpy terrain better and provide a smoother ride for your child. A lot of models also have a robust suspension that is puncture-proof, which means they can be used on grass, woodland paths, forest paths, gravel roads and market town cobbles.
Certain all-terrain pushchairs have an adjustable front wheel that gives additional stability when walking on rough terrain or on high kerbs. 3 wheel buggy have swivel wheels at the front, which allow you to move the buggy with ease when you need to change direction or turn corners.
All-terrain pushchairs come with air-filled tyres that provide excellent shock absorption and are great for tackling rough ground but they are more susceptible to punctures than the solid EVA tyres found on city strollers, which is why you should invest in an repair kit with spare tubes and a pump alongside your pushchair. Certain models have foam tyres which are less prone to puncture but could be more difficult to push.
The brand new Bugaboo Fox 5 pushchair is a great model of a stroller which has both foam and air filled tyres. It also features a great suspension and large rear wheels that are puncture-proof and suitable for off-road use or jogging (once your child reaches the appropriate age). The model is also suitable for babies and can be used with a carrycot or a lie-flat chair.
Another option is the iCandy Peach All-Terrain, which has large tyres and has a single steering wheel at the front. It's not as flexible as other all-terrain strollers on this list, but it can be able to handle terrain that is hilly and features a large, one-hand fold that is ideal for long walks in the countryside, or long trips. It's also suitable from birth and has a huge sun canopy that extends and some great parent-friendly features like a simple brake pedal and a movable handlebar, as well as a large spacious basket.
Storage
For parents that want to take their child off-road, but don't want to commit to taking on Ben Nevis, there are excellent all terrain pushchairs that give you the best of both worlds. Look for a model with an excellent all-terrain capability, solid suspension and large puncture-proof wheels but designed in a more traditional pushchair design with reversible seats as well as the option of a full carrycot.
UPPAbaby's popular Ridge all-terrain pushchair is a great example of this; it has a great suspension, a simple one-handed fold, and a large 10kg basket. It also has features that are suitable for parents, such as an adjustable handlebar, hand-operated brake on the right and a large, covered storage space. A hood that can be removed and then brushed down with cool soapy water is a handy feature that will help prevent mildew and mould from growing.
If you're going to be driving your all-terrain pushchair off road it's a good idea to choose air-filled tyres, rather than ones with rubber grips. They'll provide a more comfortable ride on uneven ground and will be more maneuverable in tight spaces. If you are planning to use your all-terrain pushchair to do occasional jogging, make sure the front wheel can swivel or features a quick release mechanism so it can be locked in place for greater stability.
It's important to check the pushchair fabrics can be machine washed to keep them in pristine condition. If not, a spot wash with soapy water, warm, and some warm water should be sufficient. The fabric can be dried completely outside to avoid mold or mildew.
The majority of our 3 wheeled all terrain pushchairs can be used from birth. It is recommended to look for models that feature a fully lying-flat seat with reversible backrest. This allows you to use the pushchair from the time your baby is born until the time your child is around three years of age. If you want to travel with your family of three, there are plenty of models that are compatible with car seats thanks to the built-in adaptors. If you'd prefer to leave the car at home, there are all-terrain pushchairs that have fixed front wheels that are perfect for a casual stroll or light jogging, such as the Delta Special Needs all-terrain jogger from Delichon which comes in a variety of sizes for canvas and frames to fit adults and children.