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3 Wheel Buggies

Three-wheel buggies look stylish and sleek, and have excellent maneuverability. A lot of them have an upholstered sling that has an incredibly comfortable lay flat bed that is perfect for weight distribution and are ideal for babies from the age of.

The wheels are larger, and they also often come with suspension for agile smooth movement on a variety of terrains. The only downside is that they may be more heavy and bulkier to store & transport.

Stability

Three wheel buggies are very stable - they don't tip over as easily as pushchairs with four wheels when traveling in a straight line. Also, you'll notice that you can maneuver them more quickly and easily. If you turn or stop abruptly, they could lose stability and tip over. To avoid this, some manufacturers add an extra wheel to their 3 wheel baby stroller wheel buggy designs to improve the stability of the chassis.

You can also take on off-road terrain with the extra wheel. Look out for models with air-filled tyres (also known as pneumatic tyres) because they can deal with off-road paths and other surfaces like rocks, sand and mud. They'll also typically come with a lockable front wheel to provide stability on rough terrain.

The buggies are easy to maneuver and agile, thanks to a 360o front swivel wheel. They also pass the same global stability standards and test as 4-wheel buggies.

If you're in search of a fabric sling, then these tend to be placed lower in the frame than modular seats, so that your baby's centre of gravity is closer to the floor - instantly delivering a smoother ride and less kerb pop (you don't need to apply as much pressure or effort to get the buggy over and up the Kerb).

Popular for its car seats, Maxi-Cosi has recently added an ultra-light travel system and pushchair to its range with the eye-catching Citylife. This 3-in-1 is ideal for urban living and comes with a newborn car seat or carrycot. It has four wheels and has 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 variety of three wheel buggies that can be folded compactly and can fit into smaller spaces. Many 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, whereas others come with adjustable suspensions and an ultraviolet canopy of 50+ that can be extended. They may also feature a large, spacious basket and a brake lever that is quick-release.

The most reliable 3 wheel buggy to tackle rough terrain

A 3 wheeled pushchairs-wheeler is likely to be better able to cope with off-road terrain than a 4-wheel model, although both models can get stuck in tight places. But, picking a model with bigger wheels on both sides can be beneficial. This makes them easier to push over rough ground and is often helpful in moving up and down the high 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 used it with her infant and 3-year-old son and reported that "it handles really well over bumpy pavements, cobbles, dirt roads and gravel tracks as well as on a few hills."

Another great option is the latest 3 wheel travel stroller-wheel buggy that is all-terrain from Maxi-Cosi's car seat brand named Stella. It's suitable for babies when used in conjunction with the carrycot. It's slightly larger than the lighter 4wheelers (with a surprisingly slim frame of 54cm wide) but has big air-filled tyres, three recline positions and a fast one-hand fold.

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

Tyres

The tyres for 3 wheel buggies are available in a variety of styles and types of materials. Each comes with its own pros and cons. For instance, tyres that are filled with air, offer an easy ride and excellent maneuverability while foam-filled tires are more durable. The type you pick will depend on your lifestyle and the location you live in.

If you plan to travel on roads that are not paved or rough terrain often you may want to consider a three-wheeler with more durable tyres. Consider the kind of suspension you need. Suspensions that are strong are ideal to tackle humps and bumps however they can be quite heavy, adding to the overall weight.

Another important factor to consider is the tyre's size. Understanding the tyre size is important for safety, performance and durability. 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 dimensions. A tyre having a size of 185/70 R14 for instance, means that it is a radial tire in the 185/70 size with a 14-inch rim diameter.

In addition to being more durable, PU tires are lighter and more puncture-resistant than rubber ones. If you are unsure if a pushchair's tires are rubber or PU, slide the tires across a smooth surface. If the tires slide easily, they are made of PU. If they do not then the tires are composed of rubber.

Suspension

The suspension on a three wheel buggy is an important element to look for as it will absorb the bumps and knocks of rough terrain making it much more comfortable for your child. Large wheels that are air-filled, and are able to be locked to ensure stability when jogging are also important. This will allow your buggy to navigate off-road surfaces easily.

Depending on the style of buggie you're seeking, there are options that will fit all lifestyles and budgets. The Mountain Buggy, for example, pioneered all-terrain agility in a three-wheel buggies. With an engineering and geometry that is perfect their sling seat made of fabric is tucked away inside the frame, in contrast to being on top 3 wheel strollers of modular seats, providing an lower center of gravity and sitting at the ideal height to ensure optimal weight distribution that allows it to easily handle kerb pops.

Another great option is the Urban Glide 2 from Thule that boasts a sleek style with a massive, manoeuvrable front wheel, a great suspension and an easy-to-use handbrake with a twist. MFM reviewer Kath put this buggy through its paces by taking it for a walk through rough terrain. She found that it performed admirably and claimed that it "navigates over grass, bumpy cobbles, sidewalks and dirt tracks, and makes it easy to drive up and down kerbs".

The Roma Atlas is another popular off-road option that, similar to the Urban Glide 2, comes in a range of colours to match your style. It also has an adjustable handlebar, a large basket and an ultraviolet hood that is 50+. You can also select from a variety of infant car seats that will convert the buggy to pram. This includes the stylishly designed Carrycot Plus(tm) which is a comfortable lie-flat mattress for babies and infants from 12 months old.

Safety

Four wheels make the buggy more stable, less likely for it to tip over and is easier to maneuver. It also makes it safer for your child because the weight of their body is evenly distributed across the frame.

A four-wheeler is also likely to have a lower centre of gravity, making it easier to lift over curbs and up the stairs. The fabric sling seat sits within the frame, not on top of it like modular seats do, which makes for a low-slung seating position and a lighter buggy that is more easily manoeuvred.

If you're looking to run with your child, an all-wheeler is the best option. It has an suspension system that allows the front wheel to be independent from the rear one. This will allow you to take on rough terrain or bumpy roads. However there are some limitations to four-wheel buggies can be used for running. Mountain Buggies are the exception, as they have a specially-designed suspension system that's been independently tested across all terrains.