How many strollers do you have?

[sparkle&shine]

Just wondering how many strollers everyone has. Right now I have 2. I have our big Graco stroller that came with the travel system and we were out an about one day without that stroller and ended up buying a cheapy umbrella stroller for $15 instead of paying $5 to rent the mall stroller.

Please give reviews on your strollers if you want!

[Marisa]

We have the big ol' Graco travel system stroller too. It lives in the shed and only comes out for a big walk through the park or something like that.

For day-to-day use, I just bought a Kolcraft/Carters lightweight stroller at Target for $25. I love it so far! It was great to travel with, it has a bunch of features like a roomy basket, reclining seat, and awning, but is as light and easy to carry as a regular umbrella stroller.

[BTB]

We have one so far, but will have to buy another when DD outgrows her infant car seat because our one is the Baby Trend Snap 'n Go. Love it! It rolls smoothly, folds up easily, is super light, and has a big basket. Cup holder too, but I haven't used that yet. :)

[maggieb]

I've had only one since Helena was born and have been very happy with it. We have the Zooper Sport, which isn't made anymore, but I think there's a style very similar to it. As soon as #2 gets here, we're either getting the Zooper Tango or the MacLaren Twin Traveller.

[KKay]

We have 2. I usually use the Graco stroller. We also have an umbrella stroller, but I hardly use it since it doesn't have a basket.

[dana b]

we have 2 - a bugaboo frog that stays in my car and a bumbleride rocket that we use just in the neighborhood. we haven't flown with dd yet, but when we do we'll probably need an umbrella stroller.

[diedra1027]

I have 2. We've got a Snap & Go, which is the only one we've used so far. I love it! We also have a Zooper Waltz - I'm actually planning on taking this one for a spin today if the baby cooperates.

[nancy drew]

one stroller, a peg perego pliko p3. so far it has served the purpose of all the other strollers people get. it holds an infant seat, it holds an infant or toddler, it is lightweight, has umbrella fold, has lasted through travel and wear and tear. after The Boy arrives i will see if we need a double stroller but we might be fine with just the one.

[BTB]

Nancy - I loved the Pliko! But DH vetoed it because he didn't like the split handles: "I can't steer one-handed, we'll go in circles." :rolleyes: We're planning to get the Aria when we're done with the Snap 'n Go, but on the BB website some parents commented on the basket size - since the two models are so similar, how do you like the Pliko's basket? Is it easy to get into when the seat's reclined?

[nancy drew]

btb the two handles are a pain. i guess there is some sort of add on you can get that supposedly makes it easier to steer one handed. but honestly i dont need to steer one handed too often so it doesnt bug me. i havent really had to recline the seat at all either. the basket is a bit small, but it helps cut down on the "stuff" i bring along with us. if i have to bring a lot i will stuff it in the diaper bag and hang the bag on the stroller handles. having a bag on the handles is kinda easier, you dont have to bend down as far to get what you need. besides, since this is the only stroller i have really used (ive used a graco a few times at my moms house) i am used to the basket being small and slightly tough to access. if i were used to having a huge basket and bringing a ton of stuff everywhere i might have issues with it. :)

[lee60657]

We have 3 right now , but we have just ordered a 4th. We have a bugaboo frog and a Volo (which we got for traveling and have not used yet). We also have a Zooper Tango (which the nanny uses b/c we share a nanny with another family who has a baby the same age as DD). We just order a Silver Cross Micro (in pink!! ;)

[phart]

We have a Combi-somethingerother that was used 2-3 times. You can put the infant seat on it but I found it was easier to sling Aiden at the time. It's a PITA to find an elevator at the stupid mall. I got it used from a friend.

We then got a Chicco Tuscany and I really like it. It's a step up from an umbrella, I guess. Aiden took most of his naps in it on vacation last year (he was 9 months) so I guess he thinks it's comfy too. The basket is small but holds my bag. I was more concerned with the reclining though:)

[Sarah]

We have had 3. We started with a Graco Metrolite that someone gave us, which was okay, but not really meant for city life, it's more of a mall stroller. It was good, though.

Then we got a Chicco caddy, which I really like, and is perfect for our lifestyle. I would love to have a maclaren, which is basically the same thing, only better, but it's a great stroller.

Now for our new baby we have a kolcraft universal carseat carrier, and I haven't used it, but I've heard good things.

[Cocosmom]

We have 3, although right now we are only using 2 of them. When DD was a newborn we used the peg perego venezia, which I did not like. The only good thing about that stroller was that the car seat fit into it but other than that it was way too heavy.

We currently use a McClaren and a Jeep jogger type stroller.

[jki]

We have 3 strollers.

Graco Metrolite:
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B0000D9RQ9.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg
I actually like this a lot... for the price, it's awesome. Easy to fold, easy to push/steer, giant basket, cup holders for mom, snack tray for baby, large sun shade... DS always looks comfy in it.

BOB Jogger:
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B0001M2BRW.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg
Also love this. We leave it open in the garage and use it very regularly. It's easy to open and close - there are some moms in my moms group who can't open or close their joggers!

Zooper Tango Twin Stroller:
http://www.livingincomfort.com/images/zotadosttsi_pic.jpg
We just got this stroller and I like it despite the ridiculous weight. Cons are no cup holder, no snack tray, only one sun shade that provides inadequate coverage.

But honestly, the BEST thing to push DS around in is this:
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B00000IZEM.01._SCMZZZZZZZ_.jpg
He has about a 20 minute threshold in the stroller before wanting to get out... he can sit in his car for HOURS. Of course, it has no features, no brakes, but it certainly beats carrying DS with one arm while pushing an empty stroller with the other!!!

[abbylynn]

We have 2. A P3 and a Mac Quest. The P3 has always been our workhorse stroller and has served us well these past 2 years. We got the Mac Quest mostly for traveling since it folds up smaller but it still has a slight recline for naps on the go.

[tin roof rusted]

3--peg perego venezia, instep jogging stroller, mac volo

[moderngal]

we have the combi ultra savvy- it's great for our city lifestyle. I'm looking into joggers to use in a few months.

[bluhimmy]

We have 2 strollers. The Graco Metrolite was the original that came with our travel system. It serves its purpose; although it was lightweight enough, it was sort of bulky. Got the Peg Pliko P3 a month ago and I'm loving it! :)

[ds2003]

no kids yet, but we plan on only having one lightweight stroller. I love the McClarens. DH does not a fan of strollers and want to use a baby carrier the majority of the time. He has converted me to a sling loving future mama.

We may also get a Snap 'n Go.

[kmmommy]

We have a Graco travel system. I like it, but need to get something smaller now that Kaeden's bigger. It takes up so much space and is a pain in the butt to get in and out of the trunk.

I've seen the smaller ones at Target that still look pretty nice so I'm hoping to remember to pick one up soon.

[alisong]

1. Snap-n-go: used perhaps five times, I just perfered the sling when he was little.

2. BOB Revolution: I love, love, love this stroller - we use it as our "main" stroller, it's small enough to fit in my trunk (Civic!), easy to fold, comfortable, great on bumpy sidewalks, has a great sunshade, and I can use it for jogging (ha!).

3. Maclaren Techno XT: This was supposed to be our main stroller, but it's really only used when space is at a premium, like in restaurants, or for travel.

[Kiley]

I'm looking for stroller suggestions. I have these "requirements":

Price ~ $300
Used from infant & up
Handle pavement/no sidewalks walking
Small and easy fold (needs to fit in Honda Accord)
Not too heavy

Help me, please?

[Brady]

Glad to see this thread as I am in the process of shopping for a stroller (we are going to return/exchange our Graco Quattro- it's way too big and bulky for me).

I have been using the Snap and Go since my son was born, love it.. he's almost 4 months though and ready to sit up and be able to look around. I'm thinking of a Metrolite or that Trendsport umbrella that was posted on the first page. I want this one for more mall shopping, etc.

We also have a jogging stroller that I'll use on our walks/jogs once he has a little better head control.

So, I guess we'll have three. I'll still keep the snap and go around for times he falls asleep in his seat and I need to transport him... at least until he outgrows his seat!

[emschwar]

3. We started with teh venezia, but it took up too much room in my trunk and was heavy. It's now reserved for walks around the neighborhood. Then we got the Inglesina Swift to live in my trunk (LOVE that stroller), and we got the $12 crappo TRU stroller for free when they were having a coupon dealie. That one lives in DH's car.

[December27JJB]

We have 1 stroller right now. The Bertini M5. It is nice but I am so short and its hard for me to control but DH loves it. We are looking into buying the Zooper and a smaller stroller for travelling (when she gets older)

[Sarah]

Kiley- I'd go with the Maclaren Techno XT or Techno Classic. It fulfulls all your specs.

[LRL]

Kiley- We are considering a Mac Techno, but are also looking at a Zooper Waltz or Swing. There seems to be little difference between the Mac Techno and the Zooper in terms of features, and the Zoopers come with all sorts of acessories included. I think it may be cheaper by about $80 too. :)

I have no actual experience with either though, as we have some time before we will actually be using a stroller!

Alisong- So glad to hear that the Bob Revolution works so well for you. We are thinking about getting this stroller for our exercise/light jogging stroller. Do you think it would work for light jogging? And- Is folding the stroller easy to do for everyday use? We really like the manuverability of it.

TIA!

[alisong]

LRL - I've only been for a couple of runs with the BOB, but it's been fine. I do need to adjust the tracking (or rather make DH do it ;) ), but the front wheel isn't at all wobbly once it's locked in. I'm really glad we got a stroller with a swiveling (and lockable) front wheel, as we get so much more use out of the stroller than we would if it had a fixed wheel. Folding (and unfolding) the stroller is really easy - not one handed, but I'd actually say easier than my Maclaren. However, it's not terribly easy to carry once folded, so I fold it at the last possible second.

Kiley - May I recommend the BOB Revolution again? (I swear, I don't work for them.) There's an infant seat attachment you can purchase. Advantages over the Maclaren Techno XT: so much easier to push over any kind of rough terrain, including bumpy sidewalks; vastly better sunshade; and a much better storage basket. The BOB is only five or so pounds heavier, and I can fit both in the trunk of my Civic at the same time.

[janders6]

2. we have the inglesina zippy, which i love, and the zooper zydeco, which is great but as easy to fold.

[kimthebride]

One: The Peg Perego Pliko P3
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B00067X0Q8.01-A1F83G8C2ARO7P.TZZZZZZZ.jpg

I love love love this stroller - drives well, car seat clicks into it or you can put a newborn right into it without the carseat, can steer it with 1 hand, has 2 handles which make it handy for throwing large shopping bags on it, basket underneath is a good size, umbrella folds, lightweight. Had a lot of family in recently who helped me out and got tons of compliments on it from them.

Was going to also pick up a Kolkraft Universal Carseat stroller to keep in the truck, but realized I don't need it since this is so easy to use and lightweight enough for me.

[seattleguamgirl]

We also have the Pliko and love it. It's lightweight, easy to fold, steers very well, takes the snugride infant car seat and also travels well. My next stroller purchase will be a jogger once DS is a little bigger.