Talk to me about strollers .... thinking ahead to baby #2

northtamarack

So I'm getting super overwhelmed with all of the stroller choices out there.  Between reading baby bargins and researching on line, I don't even know what to think anymore.

I live in an area with tons of trails and will plan on doing a lot of walking.  I don't do malls/shopping areas often.  I also want to buy just one stroller.  So what happens when you have baby number two?  We won't have #2 for at least 2 years, so maybe I am over thinking this?  If not, any good rec's?? 

KallieandJustin

We just got the Baby Jogger City Select and LOVE IT.  It is a single stroller and then you just add on the second seat and it turns into a double.  It is definately an investment, but it will last through more than one LO.  If I would have known about it when I was pregnant with DS, we would have gotten it much sooner.

chloephoebecali

If you only want one stroller and you do a lot of hiking/trails, I would do a Bob Revolution (or something along those lines).  The only thing is that they are a bit big/bulky for a mall trip, but you say you are not worried about it.  I would NOT do a travel system or snap and go if you want to be hiking with baby.  If you really hate the Bob for the mall, you can alway get a very cheap umbrella.
I also wouldn't worry about number two right now, because you are not going to want to get a double at this point when you only need a single (and I see mixed reviews of the City Select - can go from one to two).  You can always sell the Bob (great resale value) and get the double Bob (think it is called Duallie).  At that point you can reevalute your needs.  You also may not need a double if LO is a big older, or you may only want a sit n'stand.  IT really depends on how old LO1 is when you have LO2. 
Personally, I got the Bugaboo Cameleon.  I LOVE it, but the Bob is even better for hiking/outdoors.  Ours is great in the neighborhood, worked great at the beach, and is perfect for the mall (and our lifestyle of not really hiking - I would babywear, anyway).  DH insisted on getting a Maclaren, and although it is a great stroller, it was totally unecessary imo, especially since I am not expecting LO2 and we'll have to get another.  If I could do it all over again (and know I'd get pregnant so soon), I'd probably would have done the City Mini and saved the few hundred bucks.  I do love my stroller, though, and will miss it.  HTH!

aussiebabies

The Bj City Select is the only stroller I know of that can covert to a double. I have one and love it but definitely don't recommend it for trails/hiking/anything off road. I'm getting a BOB duallie for that. I agree with PP that you should just go with a single BOB for now and contemplate the double when the time comes...In my area BOBs resale on craigslist for more than they are new online some places and people actually buy them (rediculous but anyway, you can probably count on a good resale value in any area). GL!

luvbeingmom

i agree, baby jogger city select is the only stroller on the market that converts to a double. but as it isn't really intended for off-roading. but it's possible, my friend has one, she doesn't do much hiking but she says it does go thru dirt and grass ok, just not sand. more than likely though since it's not designed for the rugged outdoors, you're going to wear it out quicker.

i'm personally going to be getting a city select, but i'll be doing all my walking on sidewalks and paved trails 

 if you're concerned with having to get another stroller down the line, i'd buy used. or if you want to buy new right now, sell it or consign it to help pay for a new double when it's time.

AmsterdamMa*am

There are more strollers than the city select that convert into a double.  UppaBaby Vista can add a rumble seat and phil & ted has a similar option.

kattyleigh

I basically agree with pps.  You can't beat a BOB Revolution.  And...if you check your local Craigslist, you can resell it in a few years for basically what you paid for it.  I just bought the BOB Revolution Duallie for my two under two.  Have already used it with friends' toddlers.  Love love love it.

SpceCadet

luvbeingmom:

i agree, baby jogger city select is the only stroller on the market that converts to a double. 

Not quite true.  UppaBaby Vista allows for a ruble seat, but it's not an all-terrain stroller.  The whole Phil & Teds all-terrain line converts to doubles.  The Britax B-Ready also converts.

We, too, have all unpaved walking trails in my area.  We don't go to the mall frequently and am unconcerned about having a small stroller for those few trips.  After much deliberation, we decided upon the baby Jogger City Select.  It's like a BOB but has the cool fold.  I'm now reconsidering...  to the Phil & Ted's line.  All of their all-terrain strollers have the ability to add a rumble seat.

https://philandteds.com/productsus/pushus/explorerus  (sorry, no clicky on a mac)

northtamarack

Thanks everyone for  your responses.  Very helpful ...  now if I could only make a decision! :-)

ashes1010

KallieandJustin:

We just got the Baby Jogger City Select and LOVE IT.  It is a single stroller and then you just add on the second seat and it turns into a double.  It is definately an investment, but it will last through more than one LO.  If I would have known about it when I was pregnant with DS, we would have gotten it much sooner.

We got this stroller as well. I obviously haven't used it yet but what I like is that it's not huge, for a double stroller. It also folds up very easily. We got it based on several recommendations.  

bestmaid6

If you want a stroller that turn in to a true double, it's the City Select. Yes, the Uppababy Vista, Britax B-Ready and Phil & Teds all have additional seats, but they aren't ideal doubles. The Uppababy has to have both children facing mom, and the second seat in the Phil & Teds is pretty much right in the parent's stride (we tested one out in store and Hubs kept kicking the back of the seat even when taking short strides).

If we were having twins, we could have purchased the City Select. Even though we plan on having our second in short order, you just never know, so we decided to cross that bridge when we get there and get a single stroller.

luvbeingmom

SpceCadet:

luvbeingmom:

i agree, baby jogger city select is the only stroller on the market that converts to a double. 

Not quite true.  UppaBaby Vista allows for a ruble seat, but it's not an all-terrain stroller.  The whole Phil & Teds all-terrain line converts to doubles.  The Britax B-Ready also converts.

We, too, have all unpaved walking trails in my area.  We don't go to the mall frequently and am unconcerned about having a small stroller for those few trips.  After much deliberation, we decided upon the baby Jogger City Select.  It's like a BOB but has the cool fold.  I'm now reconsidering...  to the Phil & Ted's line.  All of their all-terrain strollers have the ability to add a rumble seat.

https://philandteds.com/productsus/pushus/explorerus  (sorry, no clicky on a mac)

yeah i realized that now, totally baby brained it again, and i even RESEARCHED those strollers... having lots of those moments lately lol

i think i'm also just very excited because i'm getting the city select soon lol

i don't really care for the other strollers though with the bucket seat... or what i like to call the "butt baby" seat. plus i have back problems so i don't think reaching that low to get baby in and out would be good for me.