We just moved from the cypress alligator swamps to the northern bear mountains! I have a hefty 4yr old boy (55lbs) and little 2yr girl (22lbs). We are VERY outdoorsy and need a sturdy new stroller. We walk every day and bike twice a week. Can I get away with buying an in-step bike trailer that converts into a stroller…or do I need to buy a stroller too?
What brand has worked for you? Is my son too big/heavy? The specs say max. weight 100lbs for everything.
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bradhondarose says
Go with one that converts from a trailer to a stroller. It sounds like you won’t have a problem with the weight, but I would try to find one in a local store so you can put both kids into it to make sure they will be comfortable in it together. I know when my son hit 4 years old, he and his little sister didn’t fit too well in it anymore. Short trips were fine, but not longer ones. Then again he wasn’t in it that much by then either, he was riding right along with us. Have fun and be safe.
KrzyMom2 says
Get both if you can – otherwise the bike trailor would work. We have a double Jeep stroller and a convertable bike trailor and use both for different types of outings.
will says
a bike trailer would be more fun, for your kids. most people i know from florida are very adventrous.:)
maryannramos67 says
a schwinn instep stroller
Flower Girl says
I have a Doodlebug, the o nice one that seats two kids and I love it. It can go behind a bike or convert to a stroller like you want. the only problen is i would never take it to shopping or anything like that because it is a little to big for that. But it is really nice outdoors. It has a smooth ride, it is light weight, turns easily, and can be completely enclosed for inclement weather. It is good for jogging also. And there is storage room.
[i.?.u.] says
Graco strollers. No, your son is not too heavy. Buy a two seater for the boy and the girl and even if max weight is 100 lbs., you don’t have to worry because 55 plus 22 is only 77 lbs.!