7 Essential Tips for Buying a Baby Jogging Stroller
October 10, 2009 by Double Jogging Strollers
Filed under Double Jogging Stroller Articles
If you are in the market for a baby jogging stroller, there are certain things to bear in mind while you’re shopping around.
Here are 7 tips to serve as a sort of Buyers Guide when shopping for a jogging stroller:
1. Safety First! Safety is first and foremost your major concern when buying any type of baby equipment. A baby jogging stroller should have a 5 point harness system that will keep your baby snug, safe and securely in the seat. It should have a foot brake, at least, But even better than a foot brake is a hand brake. With a hand brake, you can slow the stroller as you jog, and set the brake when you’re standing still.
2. Smooth Ride! Always look for large back wheels—16 inches—and the same for the fixed front wheel. Besides making it easier for you to jog, the large wheels will give Baby a smoother ride.
3. Comfort Counts! Look for seats that are constructed from a lightweight fabric that breathes, so your baby won’t get too hot in the seat during the Summertime. Also, make sure the seats are padded enough to provide a cushioned, comfortable experience for the baby, and that the seat/seats will recline at least 70%, so that your baby can lie back and not have to nap while sitting up.
4. Convenience Counts Too! Be sure to purchase a jogging stroller that is easy to assemble and disassemble. The last thing you want is a bulky, cumbersome stroller that you can’t quickly and easily fold for storage. It is a good idea, too, to make sure that the stroller will fit in the truck of your vehicle.
5. Weight Limit! When buying a jogging stroller, you don’t want to invest in one that your baby will outgrow. So, be sure to check the weight recommendations, or maximum passenger weight, of the baby jogging stroller before buying.
6. Sun Canopy! Look for a flexible, movable canopy that will offer protection to the baby from the sun’s rays regardless of the position of the sun.
7. Terrain Matters! Before purchasing a baby jogging stroller, stop and think about where you will be jogging. If your course will be on a paved road or sidewalk, then you shouldn’t need a baby jogging stroller with shocks. If, however, you will be jogging on rough, bumpier terrain then you really should buy a jogging stroller with shocks to provide a smoother ride.
Getting out there with your baby in a baby jogging stroller is wonderful exercise for you and a great experience for Baby, as well! Use these buying tips to choose wisely, then get out there and jog!
