Last updated on July 12th, 2024 at 02:47 pm
Learn about the Baby Trend Lightweight Double Stroller and find out if this may be a perfect match for your twins.
Baby Trend Lightweight Double Features
- Two 5-point safety harnesses with covers
- Free-standing fold
- Lightweight aluminum frame
- 5-point safety harnesses with harness covers
- Compact center fold with handle
Trips with the kids will be easier with the side-by-side Baby Trend Lightweight Double Stroller. This compact yet feature-rich stroller comfortably accommodates two children. Each child will enjoy having their own storage basket, canopy with sun visor, multiple reclining seat and adjustable leg rest. The dual front wheels and foot-activated dual rear brake provide easy maneuverability and stability. At the end of your trip, quickly and easily fold the stroller into a compact unit.
Recommended Use
- Maximum weight per seat is 45 lbs per seat.
- Total weight capacity for the stroller is 100 lbs which includes the weight used in the 2 baskets.
- Excessive weight may cause a hazardous, unstable condition to exist.
- Stroller weighs 20.7 lbs.
To get an up-close look at the Baby Trend Lightweight Double stroller, skip through the video to minute 36.
The Baby Trend Lightweight Double Stroller has 2 extendable canopies and visors. It has adjustable leg rests and footrests. The seat has a 5 point harness and is a quilted material you can spot clean as needed.
The recline on these seats is a tab instead of a typical drawstring. This stroller is good for when your babies can sit upright independently and up.
Folding this stroller is a bit different than other strollers, but it’s still simple. Incline the seats all the way forward and look for the small handle that says ‘pull to fold’. Then you press the handle down and it folds into itself.
There is a handle for easy carrying. The Baby Trend Lightweight Double Stroller sells for $199. (CLICK HERE TO BUY)
Features to Look for in a Double Stroller
A large basket. Your stroller that’s meant for two kids should have room to fit STUFF for two kids! That’s another problem with single strollers that convert to doubles — the basket is meant to hold stuff for just one child. You’ll also want to make sure there is easy access to the basket from different spots around the stroller so it’s easier to get items out. Cup holders are great too!
A solid frame. Look for a twin stroller that has a sturdy, solid frame that was meant to safely hold two children for the length of its use. Many single strollers can convert into a double stroller by adding a second seat, but these strollers were made for two children of different ages and are not ideal for two children of the same age, height, and weight. These strollers typically have a lower weight limit for one of the seats because it’s really been made for a baby + toddler. The stroller frame should be super sturdy!
A handlebar that reaches all the way across is key, and you can find that with the Baby Trend lightweight double. You’re going to need that full handlebar to maneuver your twin stroller with one hand at times. Strollers with two handles are typically more difficult to steer. An adjustable handlebar will make life so much easier.
5-point harnesses. Yes, some strollers only come with 3-point harnesses (only across the lap) but you absolutely need a 5-point harness (which also holds them back at the shoulders) to make sure your babies don’t fall forward out of the stroller when you have to make a sudden stop.
Independent reclining seats. You definitely need to be able to have each seat at a different recline. What if one baby is wide awake and wants to look around, but the other is sound asleep and could use a bit of recline? You’ll also want to find seats that recline as far back as possible to allow for good stroller naps!
Canopies that extend far down. When you’re walking towards the sun this is going to make a HUGE difference! The canopies should also work independently (not stuck in the same position together) such as the canopies on the Baby Trend lightweight double stroller.
It’s easy to fold and lift up. If you’re having a hard time getting it to fold after a few tries, take it back. If it’s too heavy for you to lift into your car’s trunk, take it back. These things will only cause you more annoyance as time passes.
Peek-a-boo windows that are ventilated. These are on the back of each stroller seat so you can see what the kiddies are up to without having to peek into the front of the stroller. Ideally, these are mesh to allow for extra air flow, with a flap so you can keep it covered when it’s too cold or windy. This will ultimately allow for a smooth ride.
It fits in your trunk. You should not have to wrestle with your stroller to get it to fit in your trunk. Bonus points if you don’t have to take one of the seats off to fold it. Be aware that some strollers will fit better once you remove the tires, which typically can be popped back on in a snap. Always look for a good travel system.
It fits in your house. Measure all of your doorways and hallways to make sure that the stroller will fit inside your home, ideally without having to fold it up first. Side by side strollers are often less convenient for this reason. When you’re coming home from a long walk with your infant twins and it suddenly starts to rain, you’ll thank me!
