Tell me about your strollers

[cloe111479]

Ok. So .. We registered for and got out graco jogging stroller as well as the click frame one for the car seat. That frame one was fabulous for the first 6 months. Out the car into the frame -- good to go. Now that's she's bigger she wants to see what's going on and sit up.

We have the jogger but it is way too bulky for everyday use. (We had a hand me down city mini from a friend but dh felt guilty that we had 3 strollers and his sis who had adopted her daughter didn't so he gave her that one.)

My parents are going to buy it for dd as her "christening gift" since they couldn't think of anything else to get her.

I see great reviews on lucie's list for the Chico 6 but it says it's not the best for tall people. (Dh is 6'4).

Throw your recommendations to me! I'm game!

[aggiebug]

So we have a baby cargo umbrella stroller which I love. I did a lot of research for tall umbrella strollers and it was one of the top recommendations.

Other than that we have a Bob revolution with is awesome but definitely bulky.

Those 2 seem to suffice. The umbrella stroller is best for quick trips and the Bob is awesome for running/ fairs /zoo type trips.

[michelle142]

I just did a count, and realized we have 4 strollers... why? I have no idea.

Chicco Capri (C4) Lightweight umbrella stroller - t's compact when folded, lightweight and easy to just toss in the car and pop open when needed. The only thing I don't like is the small cargo net underneath - it's not big enough for your average diaper bag.

JEEP Jogging Stroller - I like the big storage area, cup holders and the rubber tires (vs. plastic wheels). This one was a hand me down from my sister, but it's been awesome.

Joovy Caboose Stand On Tandem Stroller - This one was great with 2 kids. Ample storage, universal car seat adaptor, folds up nicely and doesn't break the bank.

The other one is a cheap-o umbrella stroller that DS uses for his bear more than I use it for DD

[mrsclark731]

We have a Joovy Groove umbrella stroller. I love it!

I'm 6 feet and H is 6'3 and it is SO NICE to have the handles at the right height! My Dad (6'4) and sister (6') have both pushed her in it and made remarks about how nice the height is. It turns on a dime and is super light weight. It is easy for me to get in and out of the tailgate by myself while holding DD.

I'm not running with it (even though I need to ) or going off-roading so it suits my needs perfectly.

edit--the cupholder is the only thing that leaves something to be desired.

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We have the city mini GT. I like the rubber tires, smooth handling, and sturdiness over all sorts of terrain. It folds easily with one hand and is pretty light. When I flew with it the people behind me at security were astonished by the speed and ease with which I folded it and put it on the conveyor belt. I also like that the seat has adjustable recline and the handle bar is adjustable.

I do think I'll look into a smaller umbrella stroller when DD is a little bigger for car and travel. But the city mini is great for daily jaunts around the city. (I hardly ever drive).

[amy2383]

We gave a city select, which will become a double when we need it. I love the stroller! Turns on a dime, huge storage basket and seat can face parent or out. Two downfalls: price and weight. For our recent vacation we used a summer infant umbrella stroller. It has a huge canopy which I love but the storage basket is tiny.

[mommadozer]

We have the city elite and the summer 3D lite. Love both but the city elite is primarily used on big trips and walks around the neighborhood. I use the summer umbrella stroller for all local errand running. Only downside is that the handles are a little short for DH on the summer. He is 6'3'' and that is his only complaint. He still uses it all of the time.

[krispy83]

We have 3. A snap & go for the carseat which I used constantly for the first 5-6 months of both LOs lives. Also a City Mini, which I love. It's light, steers easily with one hand, the one handed fold is awesome. The only thing I don't like is that the basket can be hard to access.

We also have a Graco stroller that I bought used for Disneyland. I think it was part of a travel system. Huge basket but the steering kinda sucks sometimes and it doesn't recline all the way flat.

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Aug 25, 2015 19:23:00 GMT -5 krispy83 said:

We have 3. A snap & go for the carseat which I used constantly for the first 5-6 months of both LOs lives. Also a City Mini, which I love. It's light, steers easily with one hand, the one handed fold is awesome. The only thing I don't like is that the basket can be hard to access.

We also have a Graco stroller that I bought used for Disneyland. I think it was part of a travel system. Huge basket but the steering kinda sucks sometimes and it doesn't recline all the way flat.

Oh yeah, That's something I extra love about the city mini -- the wonderful one-handed steering!

[stephanie]

We now have the Britax B Agile 3 as well and I LOVE it!! I had and hated a bulky and heavy Safety First Lux Stealth.
I honestly almost cried the first time I used it. No joke. It's so light I can hold my daughter while lifting it out of or into my SUV with one hand. Opening and closing it is a breeze as well. It maneuvers easily with one hand and fits in change rooms, through tight aisles and doorways, etc. my only complaint is how tiny the storage space underneath is.

[mands1125]

I also have the B Agile and have the same loves/complaints as everyone else. The basket is way too small!

@holachica- haha. I was at Target during ML like every single day. I'd sometimes just go and buy like one thing just to push Abby around for a little bit and do something since it was so cold outside. I'm pretty sure Abby is going to grow up being obsessed with Target like her Momma.

[MapleMomma]

I actually have the fast action fold Graco click tight jogging stroller. I know you said it's too bulky for you, but just in case anyone is interested in it- I'm going to throw in my two cents. I love it. We live on a farm and I need something that is durable, maneuvers well, and can go through semi rough terrain. It lives in my mini van when not in use with no problem. It is a very long stroller for traveling with and isn't ideal for small spaces. But for anyone looking for something that can stand a little more rough use, it's perfect!

[maryxc1]

We have the City Mini GT as well. I like it because it is pretty versatile. We only have one stroller, and it is rugged enough for the dirt road my mom lives on, compact enough for every day use, etc. It is a little big for in between racks in stores and such.

I would suggest looking in to the City Select if you are thinking about having a second child. I have only seen them and not actually used one, but I love that they can be used as a single or double. I bought a single when DS was little and since he was almost three when DD was born, couldn't justify buying a double since he doesn't use it often. There are times, though, when I would love the option to convert to a double.