9 . What Your Parents Taught You About Travel Pram
Best Travel Prams - Lightweight Strollers That Are Quick to Fold and Easy to Operate
Lightweight strollers must be quick to fold and simple to use. The best travel prams also have a compact fold that easily fits into overhead bins or smaller car booties, and can even accommodate the infant car seat.
The BabyZen Yoyo2 is the pram of choice for parents who are on the move, thanks to its super-lightweight design that's gate-check compatible and its compact fold. It has a great turning radius, and a flat recline.
UPPAbaby G-Luxe
The UPPAbaby G-Luxe has a reputation as a sleek, feature-packed stroller that is well-designed. The stroller is extremely lightweight and folds down to smaller dimensions to make it easy to transport. It also features a convenient front wheel lock that keeps the stroller stable during use, and a fixed canopy that gives ample coverage against the sun. It is easy-to-maneuver and has an ample storage basket.
The G-Luxe isn't as expensive as the more expensive models in the UPPAbaby range, is quite affordable. It also comes pushchair with car seat a few extras like a cup for parents, a for storage, and raincover. It also has a convenient one step brake system with tall handlebars, making it easier to push parents of all heights and a hand-level fold mechanism that makes it simple to stow.
The UPPAbaby G-Luxe has an updated robust frame design, which is reminiscent of VISTA and CRUZ strollers and a brand new front-end design that has a single-wheeled design that increases maneuverability, and a bigger canopy, with a larger and more spacious a pop-out SPF 50+ sunshade. It also comes with a huge storage basket as well as a back pocket that is accessible from the back.
While the G-Luxe scored high in our noise testing but it was not at the top of the line in terms of performance and durability. It also had the least recline positions of our test models and its rear-facing seats aren't suitable for children younger than two years.
UPPAbaby G-Luxe was a close rival however it didn't win the prize for the best umbrella stroller. It does have many of the features that make the winners so popular with families. It weighs 16 lbs and has a compact footprint when folded, but it is not as compact. Summer Infant 3D Lite weighs 2 lbs less than the G Luxe and folds down to the size of a smaller. It's an excellent choice for parents looking for a lightweight travel stroller.
BabyZen Yoyo2
The BabyZen Yoyo2 pram delivers on its promises. It's user-friendly and light weight, and looks elegant. It's designed to fit in with city life, but it is also suitable for travel. It's more expensive than other models, but it comes with a raincover.
Five Frenchmen formed BabyZen with the goal of developing a stroller that was light designed for urban use. The YOYO2 version is their most recent. The YOYO2 is an original folding and unfolding device that can be done with just one hand. It's also super light and compact and can be carried on the shoulder. It is able to be used from birth, and comes with an infant bassinet that can be used for newborns. It can then be converted into a seat once your baby is ready to go to this stage. You can also add a car seat to make it a complete travel pram set-up.
In terms of features In terms of features, the YOYO2 has great suspension that can withstand tough terrain well and it's very easy to push around. It has a big storage basket and a big zip pocket behind the seat, which is handy for your wallet, phone or snacks. It can be linked to other YOYOs to accommodate larger families, and it's compatible with all Babyzen accessories like the footmuff and the large shopping bag.
The only drawback of the YOYO2 is that it's not ideal for long walks on cobblestones, or in parks. It's a very smooth ride, but it might not be as sturdy as a vehicle designed with rugged terrain in mind. If you intend to use it for short city walks or for running around, it'll do the job well. The YOYO2 is easy to get into and out of my Honda Civic's boot and will also fit in the footwell. It is also smaller than many people's hand luggage, which means it is perfect for traveling with a child.
Summer Infant 3D Lite
The Summer Infant 3D Lite is a lightweight, feature-rich convenience stroller that folds up into a small package for easy transport and storage. It is one of the lightest strollers we've tested, and it's also one of the top budget alternatives. It is not suitable for daily use because it does not have a bassinet, or a car seat however it is perfect for travel.
It can hold the toddler comfortably. The seat is positioned almost flat to allow for diaper changes and naps. The 5-point harness can be adjusted into three different height positions. There is a large storage basket and a cup holder for parents. The canopy has an open-air window made of fabric and a pocket with a zipper to store smaller items.
Like the UPPAbaby G-Luxe, this stroller steers very smoothly on smooth surfaces, but got stuck in cracks in our testing on rough terrain. The wheels are plastic and have a higher frequency of vibration than the average for our test group. It also has a shorter strap for carrying than most of our strollers tested, which means it's more difficult to carry if you're carrying a heavy bag or a sleeping baby.
The 3Dlite folds in four seconds and unfolds in just six. There are a few steps to the process: raising the lever in the back center to release the latch, pressing down the latch on the back right and then lowering the handles. While these aren't the fastest or most efficient times for folding and unfolding a stroller, they're still fairly quick. It also has significantly higher handle bars, which can be a problem for shorter people.
The main drawback of the Summer Infant 3D Lite is that it lacks an entire sunshade. It comes with a large canopy but it does not offer much protection to your child while walking in front of the sun. It does have a retractable sun visor that does offer some protection when fully open, but it does not cover your baby's head completely.
Zoe Traveler
The Zoe Traveler is the perfect stroller for those looking for an easy-to-use, compact stroller. This stroller isn't only lightweight, but it also folds down to the size of a carry-on suitcase! This is a huge plus in our books. It also includes sun canopy and a parent facing pushchair console, as well as various other accessories like an oversized backpack for storage or travel and cross-body or single shoulder straps, a children's snack tray, and an umbrella for the weather.
Zoe was founded by a family and is a firm that believes in making products for parents that are as beneficial as they can be as their children grow. This philosophy is evident in their range of strollers, which range from a basic umbrella model to a twin double pram pushchair that can be expanded with reclining seats. Travel strollers from this company are among the best available and offer the best value for the money.
We tested the Zoe Traveler to see how it compares to the competition in terms of user-friendliness and functionality. We looked at several criteria that included the fold and unfold, storage, maneuverability and safety. This stroller is very easy to fold and unfold. However, it takes some effort using just one hand. It's not as smooth as some of its rivals. It's not the best choice for taller parents, as the handlebars are only 40 inches high. This could make it uncomfortable on long rides.
Storage is crucial in a stroller, particularly when you're on the move. It's a significant portion of our overall score for ease of use. The Zoe Traveler scored 7 out of 10. A small bin is located in the back of the vehicle. It can accommodate diaper bags or coat or jacket. It's not likely to hold an entire day's worth of items.
The seats on the Zoe Traveler are comfortable, but they're not the most spacious in our test group. The seats have average padding, and there are two recline settings. One hand is required to adjust the recline, but two hands are needed to return it straight.