Baby Jogger 2016 Summit X3 Double Jogging Stroller Review
If you have twins or two kids who are very close in age to one another, then odds are good that you’ve probably considered purchasing a double stroller for use whenever you need to go anywhere or when you want to go for a jog. If that’s the case, then I’m glad to offer you in this double jogging stroller review, one of the best options you’ll find when it comes to a jogging stroller.
This particular stroller packs in some of the best features you can find when it comes to a double jogging stroller because it comes with patented quick fold technology that makes it easy to bring with you. In addition to all of that, you’re also going to get great features that you’re sure to love such as an all wheel suspension system, hand operated rear brakes and easy conversion between a jogger and a stroller so you can choose the type of stroller you want.
While you may not know for sure what type of stroller you want, if you’re looking for a double jogging stroller, then chances are good that this is going to be the stroller you want to strongly consider to add to your home.
Features
When it comes to buying a stroller, you want to make sure that the one you are buying is going to pack in all of the necessary features you want to see to ensure that your experience with the stroller is a good one. The following information provides you all of the details regarding the features of this particular stroller.
Safety
When it comes to the safety of your child, nothing is going to be more important. For Baby Jogger 2016 Summit X3 Double Jogging Stroller, you’re going to enjoy some of the best safety features and one of the safest experiences you can find on a double jogging stroller. While it might not seem like a safety feature on it’s own, one of the better features of this stroller is the massive sun and shade canopies that pull down from the top of the stroller. If you want to go for a run or walk on a sunny day, you won’t have to worry about the conditions since your children will be protected from the sun and anything else that might happen. Additionally, the all wheel suspension is great to make sure your child enjoys a safe and smooth experience at all times.
Brakes/Handling
When it comes to the brakes on this particular stroller, you’re going to love to have the rear wheel brake accessible right at the handlebar so that it can easily be used whenever you find it necessary. Not only is this going to be great to have when it comes to needing to stop the stroller from moving, but it’s also going to be great when you need to slow yourself down so you don’t have to worry about stopping the weight of the stroller in addition to yourself.
Wheels
The wheels on this particular stroller are some of the most complex wheels on a stroller but they are incredibly easy to use and provide you with some great features to make your life easier. From a simple lever on the handle bar, you’ll be able to lock the front wheel straight so you can go on a run or you can release the wheel so you can easily walk and return to the normal stroller mode. In addition, the strollers contain an all wheel suspension system and are air filled to help provide a smooth ride throughout your entire stroll. There are 16 inch wheels in the rear and 12 inch wheels in the front to provide you with exactly the ride you want.
Design
While there may be a lot of reasons for you to buy a stroller, it’s probably going to be pretty important to make sure that you appreciate the design of the stroller you are buying. From this double jogging stroller review, you find that you’re going to get a great looking stroller with a streamlined design to help make it easy to fit through any doorway you may encounter. Combine that with the easy fold design, and you’ll have no problem seeing why we love this stroller.
Weight
Out of the four other strollers that this particular one was compared against when it comes to product reviews, this stroller did come out to be one of the heaviest strollers out of them all. However, it’s important to note one of the reasons why it is so much heavier compared to some of the others. While lightweight is always preferred, this stroller is heavier because it packs in a lot more features that add weight such as full sun canopies for the kids, all wheel suspension system and the ability to switch between a regular stroller mode and a jogging stroller mode. So while it might be heavier, my personal opinion is that it is well worth having the extra weight.
Ease of Use
As you may have already seen from some of the features that have already been discussed, you’re going to love just how easy this stroller is to use. It will be simple for you to switch this stroller from standard mode to jogging mode and the large wheels make it easy to handle any bumps or cracks that you might find in the road or walkway. Lastly, Baby Jogger 2016 Summit X3 Double Jogging Stroller has a patented quick fold technology so that you can easily and quickly fold your stroller in just one step.
Capacity
As mentioned countless times throughout this review, this particular stroller is going to be great for anybody who wants to find a stroller for their twins or for two of their kids that are right around the same age as one another. While it will fit your two kids comfortable as mentioned, it is also going to provide you with a lot of storage room so that you can bring everything you need with you while you have the stroller. The large storage bin at the bottom can hold plenty of large items while the storage area on the back of the seats will hold most of the other items you may need to bring.
Color Selection
While you might find a lot of different color choices when it comes to the majority of strollers you look at, you’re only going to find two color choices with this one. While it only comes in green or black, it is still going to look great for just about anyone who wants the stroller. Some people may not want black if they have girls and they want to find a pink one, but for most people, the black or green color choice is going to be fine!
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does this stroller fit through the majority of doors that it is going to need to fit through?
A: Yes! Thanks to the size of this stroller, you’re going to have no problem fitting it through most standard doorways you encounter.
Q: Are there any benefits when it comes to choosing the color of the stroller? Or is it just a personal preference?
A: Technically, you should find that the black color is going to absorb more heat in the summer, which means it could lead to your child being warmer in the stroller. While black is most popular, it really is up to you.
Q: What material are the wheels made out of?
A: The tires are made of a strong and durable rubber material to help make sure that you get a long lasting product at all times.
Pros
- Quick fold technology for easy portability and storage
- 16” and 12” rear filled tires for bumps or cracks in the road
- All wheel suspension system
- Hand operate rear brakes
- Adjustable sun canopies with peek-a-boo windows
- Plenty of storage for belongings
- Can be paired with a lot of other products for the ultimate travel system
- Large capacity to hold two decent sized children
- Fits through most standard doorways
Cons
- Heavier to carry than most other strollers
- Basket on the bottom is large but shallow
- Can sometimes be hard to fold up
- Must purchase cup holders and snack tray separately
- Costly when compared to others
Final Verdict
As you’ve been able to tell, Baby Jogger 2016 Summit X3 Double Jogging Stroller offers a ton of great features that I know you’re going to love to have at your disposal when you use the stroller for both recreational activity and for jogging. Whether you want to purchase this stroller because of the all wheel suspension, the quick fold technology or any other reason, you’re going to find that it offers everything you could want to find in a stroller.