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Teutonia T-Linx, Peg Perego Vela, Aria and Vela comparison, Joovy Kooper, Valco Buggster and Kooper comparison, Mama Board on Dreamer Design, Joovy Zooms, Teutonia, Phil and Ted's, BebeConfort Loola, Mountain Buggy Urban and Swift, Joovy Ergo Caboose
T-Linx and Legos and Library
One
of my goals for the summer is to walk (with a stroller of course!)
everywhere. Or to as many places as possible. Another is to have the
kids read more books. Guess I'm not alone in that.
It's been fun combining the two, with frequent strolls to the library.
And our first candidate for library stroller is--the new Teutonia T-Linx!
It's a fun stroller to push. Nimble and narrow. Quite important on trash pick-up day.
Can we make it? It's gonna' be tight.
Sorry flowers! But, the 23" width squeaked us through!
And here we are! My, oh my, there are a LOT of books to choose from!
What to choose, what to choose....
Maybe I will get down and check it out.
But wait, books aren't the only thing in a library. There's Legos, whoo hoo! Lots and lots of Legos!
And it's a good thing my T-Linx has such a small footprint, because it is crowded in here!
The springy suspension on the wheels helps maneuver around blocks.
There's a T-logo on the canopy, and a zippered pouch behind the seat.
The seat has a deep recline, napper bar, and is quite comfortable for SP 2.0.
The design is quite stylish, although the basket is kinda' small.
But with so many fun things to do at the library, we will be back soon.
So we'll only check out a few books at a time.
There are some familiar Teutonia touches, like the net back on the canopy.
But
in other ways, this Rubbermaid Teut has been clearly designed for the
American market. There are numbered levers and instructions drawn right
on the chassis, to remind you how to do everything.
But it will only fold in two pieces.
And here is how you reverse the handle:
But, you now have the larger, fixed wheels in front. Which means you are steering in rear wheel drive.
I
wish the library instructions were as clear. Because tonight it is
closed. The T-Linx, with it's reflective piping, is a good choice for
twilight walks.
At least, we have the return bin outside.
Weight: 25 lbs. (16.5 lbs. Chassis, 8. 5 lbs, Seat)
Seat Back: 21.5"
Seat to canopy: 22.5"
Seat Width: 10"
Seat Depth: 9"
Drop to footrest: 10"
Seat to ground: 19"
Length: 27"
Width: 23"
Height: 39"
Folded: 32"L x12 "W x 15"H, Chassis
Peg Perego Vela Review
FIESTA VELA!
I've
never been a big fan of feeding my children in strollers. I don't like
to mess up the fabrics. The exception I will make is at a carnival, or
festival. That is when snack tray comes in handy. Hence, I always keep a
"snack tray" stroller in my line-up.
I also like them to have huge canopies.
And big baskets, to stuff with Jonas Brothers pinatas, or goodies won in cake walks.
And I am pleased to introduce you to my latest festival stroller, the Peg Perego Vela.
Wow,
the steering on this is great! So easy! This would be one to get if you
need to always hold the hand of another child, because you can easily
push it one-handed, or two-fingered!
Despite
the nice big canopy and 3-wheels, though, the Vela, like it's
predecessor the Aria, is better suited to indoors, than to out.
But there is plenty to do at an indoor artand music festival.
And snack trays can be used for things besides food.
The
Vela has a good recline for napping, and an easy, quick fold. It stands
up folded, too. You can see pictures of it in my post comparing it to
the Aria.
Weight: 15.5 pounds
Seat Back: 18.5"
Seat to canopy: 24"
Seat Width: 13.5"
Seat Depth: 10"
Drop to footrest: 9.5"
Seat to ground: 15"
Length: 30"
Width: 23"
Height: 39.5"
Folded: 39.5."L x 23" W x13" H
Before
there was the Pliko Lite or Si', the Aria was Peg Perego's lightweight
answer. It's performed well for many years, but has now had a face-lift,
the Vela.
In this front-facing picture, you can see how similar they both look. Roomy seats, snack trays, pretty fabrics.
You
can start to see some differences in the back, with the larger wheels
of the Vela, and wider wheel base. The brakes are different. It's linked
on the Aria, but there are two separate ones on the Vela. The canopy on
the Vela, while excellent, is a little shorter than on the Aria. They
both still have the same handlebars (without my embellishments),
drawstring recline, freedom of movement harness, and big baskets.
Turn
them sideways, however, and the difference becomes apparent. See how
much farther the front wheels stick out now, with the new design.
Turning
the Aria into a 3-wheeler makes for incredible maneuverability.
Literally a two-fingered push. And the change from the center button on
the Aria handle to the folding bar on the Vela means it's easier to push
one-handed. But the trade-off is the longer front, wider base, and an
extra two pounds.
Which
means the fold is now bigger, too. Longer, and wider. The Vela is also
more back tippy than the Aria. Generally, a 4-wheeler is going to be
more stable than a 3-wheeler. It's inherent in the design.
Which
do I prefer? Well, I'm hopeless. I really like both. As always, it
depends on what your individual needs and preferences are. If you want a
stroller with the lightest weight, hugest canopy, snack tray, very
stable, and compact fold stroller on the market, choose the Aria. If you
want all this, but don't mind going slightly bigger, wider, heavier and
tippier in exchange for two-fingered steering, choose the Vela.
Joovy Kooper Review
4th of July Joovy Kooper!
For
years, we have done holiday strollers. And of course, the 4th of July
is easy. Only requirement is that it is red, white and blue, and really
fun to push! And there you have the Joovy Kooper (with a Bugaboo
Bee footmuff!) The Kooper has a good sized basket to store all of your
fireworks, (haha just seeing if you are paying attention), and these
wonderful cupholders that really work! Love the rear canopy pocket, too!
Inside
of the stroller, there are two net pockets on the seat. This is a very
unique feature. You can put a bottle here, a little snack, or your
baby's favorite toy. And when he gets older, he can put them in himself.
The
harness is very easy to do, and the reflective shoulder pads keep the
straps from digging into your baby's neck. Aside from all these well
thougt out details, this is stroller is as easy to push as it looks. The
ergo foam handles fit your hands perfectly. And I was surprised at how
effortless it was to push on grass.
We went up the hill, and down the hill, using only one hand.
The Joovy is very easy to fold. The fold is small, but long. 
I
have many more images, and measurements, in the post below. But for
now, I would say to get out and celebrate, and have a bang-up Joovy 4th
of July! www.joovy.com
The
new Joovy Kooper has been compared to the Valco Buggster. It's fair; in
fact, in Oz the Joovy Kooper is known as the Valco Prism! (And the
Valco Buggster is now the TFK Buggster! Clear as a dark mesh canopy
window? ;)
But how close are they, really? Let's take a look:
The
oval shape is certainly similar. And both have extremely wide seats.
Although nothing can compare to the Buggster's astonishing 18";
certainly big enough for me to ride around in! ;) They are both umbrella
strollers with fairly deep reclines, and huge canopies. And both have a
very modern look. But the comparison ends here.
You
can start to see how different they look from the back. The Kooper has
ergo, foam covered handles that turn in, while the Buggster's are
straight up with hard plastic finger grips. The Kooper has two
cupholders, and a zippered canopy pocket. It has a good sized basket,
though not as big as the Buggster's. The Kooper has the new red brakes.
Some people don't care for them aesthetically, but countries such as
Australia now require them for safety. The fold on the Kooper is very
straightforward, and on the Buggster it is much more fiddly. Although
there are several versions of the fold on the Buggster, and some are
easier than others.
The
Buggster comes loaded with accessories, including a mesh seat pad,
front napper bar, boot, sun cover, and rain cover. The Kooper has the
aforementioned built-in canopy pockets, side net pockets in the seat,
and glow in the dark shoulder harnesses and logo.
Here
you can see the difference in the width. The Buggster is nearly 4"
wider. But the length is where they really differ, due to the 3 wheels
of the Buggster vs. the 4 wheels of the Kooper. 3 wheelers always have
to be longer for stability, and in the Buggster's case, it is nearly 9"
longer!
Both
have a roomy 24" canopy clearance, although the Buggster's seatback is
2" taller. The Kooper folds much smaller than the Buggster, but longer.
See the chart below for even more measurements.
Joovy Kooper Valco Buggster
Weight: 17. 5 pds. 18.5 pds.
Width: 21" 23 1/4"
Length: 26.5" 34"
Height: 40 1/4" 40.5"
Seat Width: 15" 18"
Seat Depth: 8" 9"
Seat Height: 18" 20"
Seat to Canopy: 24" 24"
Drop to Footrest: 11" 13"
Seat to Floor: 16" 16"
Mother's Day Mama Board on Park Avenue
Ever
since I first saw a picture of a Euro mama "skateboarding" with this,
while pushing her baby in a pram, I have wanted one. Heck, why should
kids have all the fun? So natch I was thrilled when TFK showed up at the
"2009 BIG Stroller Roll-Out", and announced they were coming to
America! I was practically swooning over the Mama Board they had on
display. Of course, the kind and patient Ms. Katy Halmen of "Trends for
Kids" (TFK) thought I was a little crazy. Nothing new, there. But ANY
way, TFK has finally made it to this side of the pond, which meant the
Mama Board made it to the side of my strollers, haha!
I
have this attached to the Dreamer Design Park Avenue. The axle must be
thinner than the one on the TFK Joggster, because I couldn't get the
strap quite tight enough. So it did slide around some, but it is not
supposed to. It is very, very easy to attach, though.
The
Park Avenue, by the way, is an affordable option for those looking for a
reversible stroller. And it is rare to find a reversible 3-wheeler.
It's too bad Dreamer went out of business. But you can still find the
Park Avenues floating around. The stroller itself weighs 23 pounds. The
seat back is 20". It has a front bar, height adjustable handle, and an
easy trigger fold.
The
Park Avenue has a one hand recline on the canopy, a pocket with small
compartments on the back, a net pouch, and a decent sized basket.
But
I think, all things considered, that it would be best to attach the
Mama Board to a fixed wheel jogger with a hand brake. The Park Avenue
has a swivel front wheel. And that, combined with a high center of
gravity, made it somewhat of a tipping hazard.Especially since both the
StrollerPrince and Princess were fighting over the ride. They did keep
the wrist strap on at all times, but that doesn't help the stability.
One
really nice thing about the Mama Board is how large it is, and it's
high weight limit. As you can see, the StrollerPrince and
StrollerPrincess can both fit nicely on it.
Even sitting down!
The quality is terrific, like a high-end skateboard.
As
with any riding board attachment, though, keep in mind that the smaller
wheels are not going to be able to handle rough terrain. Nevertheless,
what a fun way get some fresh air and exercise, for both you and your
little ones.
Happy Mother's Day to all of Strollerland!
I'm often
asked what, if any, strollers will work on the beach. The answer: Not
many. The good news is, there are a few. And here are two of the newest
contenders: the Joovy Zoom 360 and the Joovy ATS. The reason they can
handle the soft sand is that they have the muscle of 16" wheels. Don't
look for anything smaller. As an added bonus, the Joovy wheels have
shocks, which really made the ride much softer on the bumpy pier. 
One of the unusual features
of the Zooms is the long drop from the seat to the footrest. It's an
astonishing 13"! If you take a look at some of my other reviews, you'll
see the average is around 8" or 9". So this is a good choice for a leggy
child.
Another wonderful feature
is the canopy. It is quite generous, but when you pull down the front
visor, there is even another 10" of coverage! Great feature to have in a
beach stroller.
There is a pretty deep
recline, which is done by a single back strap. And instead of a fabric
back, there is mesh. This allows for air to circulate around your baby,
and prevents overheating.
The Zooms come with a neoprene cupholder/parent pack, wrist tether, tire pump, and raincover. Excellent value!
There are two net pockets
inside the seat, then a large net pocket behind the seat, and a generous
sized basket. Plenty of room for sand toys, snacks, and sunscreen!
The toughest decision
is..which Zoom to choose? I was surprised by how well the 360 performed,
despite the smaller 12" front swivel wheel. Nevertheless, you do have
to turn it around and drag it backwards to get from the shore to the
sea. Whereas the 16" front fixed wheel on the ATS makes it possible to
push it forward. This also has a handbrake, so is clearly the best
choice if you want to run with it.
The fold on the Zoom
is really easy, which is such a blessing at the end of a long beach day.
After loading the kids, the towels, the bags and the seashells, the
last thing you want to do is fiddle with a finicky fold. All you have to
do is follow the tag that says "Fold." Lift the edge of the seat, push
back the red lever, and grab the handle. The Zoom will collapse in half.
You can quickly pop off the wheels if you need to. But you can see how
both the ATS and the 360 fit in the back of an SUV.
Joovy Zoom ATS & 360
Weight: 27 pounds
Drop to Footrest: 13"
Seat Width: 14"
Seat Back: 18"
Seat to Canopy: 20"
Width: 25"
Length: 44"
Floor to Seat: 23"
Handle Height: 41" on Zoom, 42" on ATS
My Teutonia Valentine
He
scrambled quickly into the stroller, crying. It was his first
Valentine's Dance. Well, it was actually his big sister's dance, and he
had tagged along. I expected a little shyness, a little nervousness. He
was only two. But tears? "What's the matter?" I asked. Between sobs, he
said "I'm a-sceered a' that Jungle girl!" "Amber?" I said, pointing.
"Yes", he sniffled, "That JUNGLE girl!" It
took all I had not to bust out laughing. What I saw was a cute little
pig-tailed blond girl with her face painted. What Strollerprince saw
was, well, a scary Jungle girl .I kept this story in mind as I took SP
2.0 to HIS first Valentine's dance. Now he was tagging along with his
big brother--the boy who once liked to hide in his stroller. Now the
center of attention, as he is an excellent break-dancer. Not knowing how
SP 2.0 would react, I wanted to bring a stroller that HE could hide in.
One with a big full canopy, and padded sides. One that made him feel
safe. To complicate matters, it was raining. So it must be one with
adequate weather protection. And it must have a big basket to carry our
jackets and umbrellas. And of course, it had to match the occasion. What
could be better, than the Teutonia T-100, known as the "Fun System" in
Europe?
And
what a fun stroller it is! I chose the splashy pink flowers for my
little cupid. But, there are loads of other fabrics you can choose to
change the look, including these blue florals: 
And
as you can see, there are lots of accessories to choose from. In the
US, it comes with a raincover, but you can add on a footmuff, carrycot,
changing bag, mosquito net, or hand muff. Yes, a muff that attaches to
the stroller handle, to keep your hands warm in cold weather, lol! If
you want to be more conservative, you could choose any coordinating
solid color, and add a colorful seat pad:
You
also choose one of two wheel styles, and one of three chassis'. The 100
chassis is the lightest and narrowest of the three. It weighs 19.5
pounds, (with a 10.5 pd. seat) which puts it in the mid-range category
of others in it's class. But at 21", it is the narrowest in it's class,
so it was very easy to zip around the crowded dance floor.It is also
packed, and I mean PACKED, with more features than any stroller of this
type. It has a height adjustable handle,with a 16" range! There's a
legrest that extends out 9", and up and down, big basket, and napper
bar.
Each
of the wheels has suspension and sealed ball bearings for better
maneuvarability, and "hollow air chamber" tires. These custom,
made-to-order strollers also feature a 3-year warranty, one of the
longest in the industry!
There is also a large peek-a-boo window covered by a flap, and a large pocket on the back of the canopy. Best of all, the entire back of the canopy can unzip, to reveal a full netting for warm days. 
Gotta'
love how user friendly it is, too. SO easy to reverse the seat. And to
fold it, you just lift up the side triggers, and it collapses. And, it
folds in ONE PIECE, even if it's facing you! 
How
did SP 2.0 fare at the dance? Well, being his usual jovial self, he
didn't need to hide. And he enjoyed immensely "dancing" with lots of
charming little girls. However, I can't say he was as pleased with his
role as cupid.
http://www.teutoniausa.com/
Teutonia T-100
Weight: 30 pds. (chassis 19.5, seat 10.5)
Width: 21.5"
Length: 28"
Handle Height: 28-44"
Seat Back: 17.5"
Seat to Canopy: 21"
Seat Depth: 9"-18" (footrest extended)
Seat Width: 12."
Drop to Footrest: 10"
Ground to Seat: 19"
Folded: 35 x 17x 21
Phil & Ted's Sport
The
first Phil and Ted's Most excellent Buggy that I ever received was in a
stroller swap. Which also, coincidentally, was the start of my "Kingdom
of Strollerland" group, or "Strollerswap." http://groups.yahoo.com/group/StrollerSWAP/
As we have evolved to nearly 11,000 Loyal Citizens, so the original
"Explorer" has evolved. It became the E3, then the E3 V1, then the E3
V2, and now, the Sport, Dash, Vibe, Hammerhead, etc. It's ever changing
profile reflects Phil & Ted's willingness to listen to what parents
want, and to respond accordingly.
Of course the brilliance of the Sport is the ability to quickly change from a single to a double, without adding to the width, and only 4 pounds to the weight. That
has not changed. But the canopy is different now, a little sleeker, a
little lighter, with a peekaboo window. The wheels are quick-release,
and come with mudguards. The bumper bar pops
off a lot easier, the handlebar is height adjustable, and the add-on
seat now reclines! And of course, there is this cool "Blue Camo" fabric
option. |
There
are some other new, less obvious touches, too. Like the harness.
Addressing compaints of parent with little babies, the harness now adjusts to a much smaller size. The toddler seat slides on and off easier, and the fold is much gentler. There are little storage pockets sewn into the canopy and basket. And there are bottom straps to hold the Sport closed. 
The maximum load capacity is 55 for the main seat, and 33 for the add-on. 
I wish the 
back
cupholders came standard, but, oh well. Phil & Ted's still has come
of the coolest accessories available, like this. Have bag, will travel!
Perfect for summer vacays! www.regal-lager.com Stats:
Weight: 27 pds. single; 31 double
Width: 24"
Length: 39"
Seat to canopy: 26"
Seat back: 24"
Seat width: 14" at shoulders, 11" at hips
Seat Depth: 10"
Drop to footrest: 6"
Folded: 36" x 11" x 24"
The Loola on the Pier
Dave
Price of the CBS Early Show wanted to see a jungle of strollers. And
that's what he got. The crew came and oohed and aahed my collection. But
which was the one that really caught their eye? The Maxi Cosi Loola,
formerly known as the BebeConfort Loola.
For
years, we in Strollerland were forced to import this French beauty from
Europe. And we paid a pretty penny to ship her over. But as you can
see, she's worth it. So, beautiful day on the beautiful Pacific, for my
beautiful daughter's birthday...yep, choose the most beautiful stroller.
And it was only a coincidence that the vibrant aqua and turquoise of
the "ChocoMint" matched the sea. The handles are not height adjustable,
but you can rotate them in, for a more comfy push. 
The
Loola is a rare beast; it's a reversible umbrella stroller. The seat is
very easy to reverse. It just pops on and pops off. One nice thing is
that you can fold it in one piece, with the seat in either direction.
And the fold is much more compact than on most reversibles. It stands
alone when folded.
The
wicked shocks made the Loola's performance on the bumpy pier a lot
better than the small wheels would have suggested. It's small size
allowed it to zip around the crowds, without running anyone down. The
full canopy made it a pretty good choice for the sun. The plush fabrics
and deep recline made a very cozy bed for SP 2.0. So all things
considered, the Loola is not a bad choice for a full day outing.
But since it was a birthday party, with lots of pre-teen girls, SP 2.0 spent most of it being passed around.
So
the Loola pulled a double duty carrying the birthday presents. You can
load an awful lot onto this stroller, with no fear of it tipping. It is
very solid. 
Another
really nice feature is that you can lock the front swivel wheels into a
fixed position, without bending down. The wheel locks are little
switches up by the handles!
Oh, there's SP 2.0, surveying the waves!
At the end of the day, he did take a nice long nap.
The seat pad is reversible and washable. And not that we needed it this day, but the Loola does come with a rain cover. 
Maxi-Cosi Loola Stroller
Weight: 28 pounds
Seat Width: 12"
Seat Back: 20"
Seat to Canopy: 22"
Width: 24"
Length: 28"
Floor to Seat: 21"
Handle Height: 37.5"
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Ergo, St. Patrick’s Day Boys
Long
before Stroller Prince 2.0 made his way into this world, we felt like
somebody was missing. My friend Catherine felt the same way. And so we
were all overjoyed when her son made his grand entrance on March 17th.
Now she was considering names. “Oh, that’s a no-brainer”, I said. “Call
him Patrick.” “No”, she said. “But, he was born on St. Parick’s Day, you
have to!” I implore. “No”, she says. “Well”, I grumble, “If *I* ever
have a boy on St. Patrick’s Day, I shall name him Patrick. And I did,
and I did, or a variation thereof, heehee. 
Now
on this fine summer day, we had planned to take the St. Patricks’ Day
boys for a spin in my new Joovy Ergo Caboose. It would be perfect. The
weight limit is 45 pounds for each seat. Age minimums are 6 months for
the front, and 2.5 years for the back. Height limits are 44" front, and
40" back. Although, I tried it out with bigger children, and it was
fine. Still pushed really well, too. This is one of the prettiest
tandems I have ever seen. And so well thought out. Unlike other Sit n
Stand types that carry an infant seat in the front, the Ergo Caboose
places the car seat holder in the back, so you can keep a close eye on
your newborn! 
Another
thing that sets the Ergo apart from the rest are the rear air tires.
They do add weight, and are no doubt a contributory factor to the Ergo’s
34 pounds. But, the air tires means you will have a much smoother ride
outdoors over grass, gravel, sidewalk cracks and bumps, etc. As always,
it’s a trade-off.
The
basket is the hugest I have ever seen on a tandem. The Ergo is 49″
long, and a whole lot of that is basket. And, check this out…
You can flip the seat up, to get complete access!
Yet another unique feature is the HUGE canopy in both the front, and the back! 
But, if it’s too much, you can easily push it back. 
There
is a snack tray in the front, and a mesh seat. It does recline. But, if
you have a "stroller napper", you probably need to get one of the
optional seat pads, to make it more comfy. They come in a variety of
bright colors, like lime and yellow.
Now
as we are ready to take our stroll on this fine summer day, the sky
turns dark. The heavens open, the rains pour down, the thunder and
lightning begin. Ergo (pun intended), Derek has a change of heart. 
But as usual, SP 2.0 takes it all in stride. We are so Lucky (pun intended.)
And we are also lucky that the Ergo Caboose folds quickly and easily, as we are getting drenched. It’s 49″ by 24″, but it fits.
Joovy Ergo Caboose Stroller
March
used to be a triple whammy month... St. Patrick's Day, the First Day of
Spring (yes, we celebrate that one, too), and the StrollerPrince's
birthday. Add another Strollerprince to the mix, and Friday the 13th in
court, and yes, you have, MADNESS! What better way to celebrate all of
this versatility than with MOUNTAIN BUGGIES!
Mountain Buggy Swift Single Stroller
These
are top quality, rugged, durable, and made in New Zealand --not China
--3-wheelers. Safety and strength are their hallmarks. In less litigious
NZ, salesmen used to demonstrate MB's by racing in them, yes, IN them. 
When
I was interviewed by Dave Price of the CBS Early Show, he asked me
"Which of these will hold me?" Without missing a beat, I pointed to the
MB. 
He
climbed in, and I pushed him, whilst he pushed the Strollerprince, all
the way to school. I did not break a sweat. I pushed them both
one-handed. A full grown man and a toddler. Not a problem. So this is
the one to get, if you want: just one stroller that will last you from
birth to Kindergarten, a stroller made in the West, the most stable
3-wheeler out there (the only one I couldn't easily tip over on the SQ
Obstacle Course), or just something top quality, and user friendly. In
recent years, Mountain Buggy has gone a little more upscale. There is
the Elite line (I featured the double as my June "Pick of the Month.)
Then there is the Designer Line, with wonderful prints like the "50's"
that you see here. 
And this year, they have introduced a brand new model, this cute little Swift. 
For
years, citizens of Strollerland have clamored for a "swivel wheel
Breeze." The Breeze ( also featured on strollerqueen.com and yes, I do
LOVE Mountain Buggies!) was the long-time little brother of the Terrain,
(and no I don't have a review posted of that, but it WAS the first MB I
owned) which are the fixed wheel cousins of the Urban. Fixed
wheels are better for more rugged terrain, and are popular in Europe and
other countries. But they haven't caught on as well in the US. So now,
we can rejoice, in the new and improved "SWIFT!" It comes with a
cupholder and removable back pouch. 
I
would categorize the Swift as "mid-range", in line with the Toro,
Bugaboo Bee, Peg Perego P3, or Inglesina Zippy. All of these weigh
around 20 pounds, but the Swift will be the most rugged. Like the
aforementioned (except for the Bee, unless you balance it precariously),
it will stand alone folded. 
And
the fold is easy, you just unlock the left latch, (this is a newly
mandated safety feature) and pull up on the two side latches. That's it!
The recline is infinite, done by loosening or tightening a back strap.
The basket is a pretty good size, especially for such a compact
3-wheeler. The canopy has a viewing window and a roll-up flap. 
It
is kind of open at the sides and back, for better air circulation. The
sun canopy and storm cover are great optional accessories. Mountain
Buggy also has a footmuff, or you can get the very versatile Lillebaby
Eurotote. 
Green for St. Patrick's Day, of course! http://lillebaby.com/It
can be used as a Moses basket, play blanket, and footmuff, among other
uses. The length can be buttoned up for a smaller baby,or unbuttoned to
fit even that aforementioned Kindergartener! You can even unzip the
bottom flap for bigger feet/muddy shoes. 
The
Eurotote has thick, cotton flannel padding. But if it gets too warm,
you can unzip the top part, and zip in the net top. Ingenious!
The
Swift has the same great rock-solid feeling as it's big sister, the
Urban. But the smaller size makes it great for travel, especially if you
are going somewhere with cobblestones or broken roads. Great to keep in
mind for your upcoming summer adventures!
Urban: Swift:
Weight: 24.5 pds. 21.5 pds.
Width, front: 27" 25"
(3 inches narrower without hubcaps)
Length: 36.5" 32.5"
Handle Height: 31"44" 31"-42"
Seat to Canopy: 23" 23"
Seat Depth: 8.5" 8.5"
Seat Width: 14" 12"
Drop to Footrest:10" 8"
Ground to Seat: 20"-22" 18"-22"
Folded: 12 x 27 x 40 12x25x37
Dave
Price of the CBS Early Show wanted to see a jungle of strollers. And
that's what he got. The crew came and oohed and aahed my collection. But
which was the one that really caught their eye? The Maxi Cosi Loola,
formerly known as the BebeConfort Loola.
The
Loola is a rare beast; it's a reversible umbrella stroller. The seat is
very easy to reverse. It just pops on and pops off. One nice thing is
that you can fold it in one piece, with the seat in either direction.
And the fold is much more compact than on most reversibles. It stands
alone when folded.
Another
really nice feature is that you can lock the front swivel wheels into a
fixed position, without bending down. The wheel locks are little
switches up by the handles!
The seat pad is reversible and washable. And not that we needed it this day, but the Loola does come with a rain cover. 
Maxi-Cosi Loola Stroller 
