Features:
Tiny unlike any other when folded
Easily unfolds with one-hand folding and driving
4-wheel suspension - Exclusive "soft-drive" no need to lock the front swivel wheel, even on rough terrain
Multi-position reclining seat
Comfortable seat pad and 5-point harness
Removable and washable fabrics
Featherweight (only 6 kg); comes with a shoulder strap
Age suitability: from 6 months +
Dimension: Folded: L 52 x W 18 x D 44cm. Assembled: L 106 x W 86 x D 44cm
If only there was a similar product in the sub $100 mark
that folded small like the one in post
"Tiny unlike any other when folded"
This may be true somewhat but the Mountain Buggy Nano is also quite remarkably small when folded.
Does anyone know if these strollers are so small that they're allowed as carry on for air travel?
yes, they fit right into the plane overhead compartment
good deal for those who own a plane then…
which plane do you own?
Thanks for that. Have you taken it with you in air travel and have they ever mentioned not being able to bring it on board?
you just check them in…
just wrap them up in glad wrap to protect all the parts from getting caught, and it also keeps it dry and clean…
@jv: For long layover times it's sometimes a good idea to be able to access the stroller so that you have somewhere to place the child. Imagine an 8 hour layover in Singapore carrying your child because you "checked in" your stroller. Sometimes it's the convenience.
For long layover times
I didn't consider that…
No way would we have taken our kids on flights more than 2 hours when they were that young. The pilot would have thrown us off the plane mid air…
@jv: But many people do, out of necessity. To see family that can't come to AU, maybe a religious date in their country or some other reason. Many do, that's why they have made bassinets available on international flights.
Not sure on these but I used to own a Safety 1st Quicksmart Stroller and it was always accepted as carry on. It's a great airport/travel stroller but not one to have kids in for long periods of time as comfort is not it's strongest quality.
Why would you want a stroller in carryon? The airline will check it for free.
For long layovers on international flights. Or for international flights you check in 2 hours before departure, if you had the stroller then you wouldn't have to carry your child for 2 hours.
Have you traveled long haul with babies/toddlers? Having access to a stroller right up to the gate and from the gate makes life so much more bearable! Having kids strapped in while going through passport control/luggage collection etc makes a world of difference!
EDIT - Also, the stroller does not count towards your carry on allowance.
I don't think carry on strollers need to be in the overhead storage for long haul flights. But I don't travel enough anymore to be sure.
The airport will lend you a stroller, of course it will be a crappy cheap one but it beats having to carry it on IMO.
The airline wont lend you one for long layovers, it's usually just to and from the gates.
That may well be the case in Australia when leaving but not overseas. I've also never seen them available upon arrival back in Australia and I travel fairly frequently.
my child is 21 months old now… do you think if its any good?
Nope, I'd go for a new child…
We have one and it is great - folds up nice and small, easy to carry and accepted by airlines into the luggage - great for when we flew to Europe last year with our now 21 month old.
She is happy and comfortable in it for all walks.
Your child is 'nearly 2'
Forget counting months after 12…
My youngest is 81 months now.
Still coming up as $599…
We paid about $450 2 years ago. I think they have improved a few small things since then. Slightly better coverage with the canopy, and a redesigned buckle.
We have flown 45+ flights with our now 2.5yo domestic, usa, Europe, Asia. All were carry on. No issues except a narky virgin domestic steward who gave us grief. We have flown virgin australia international with no troubles.
It is brilliant being able to roll around the airport, fold it up, get on the plane and have it ready to go on the other side. No chance off it getting damaged in the hold.
If you didn't fly much I'd choose a different pram. I probably wouldn't buy it as my daily driver. But as a second pram for flying, it's brilliant.
The mountain buggy nano takes a capsule, the yoyo can't.
Other pros:
Good padding compared with cheap umbrella strollers.
Deceptively reliable. The only thing that has gone wrong with ours is we lost a wheel cap, but that is purely cosmetic.
Very light, can be folded and thrown over your shoulder if you come across a huge flight of stairs.
Very little rolling resistance-very ready to push but don't let it go on even a slight incline
Cons:
Doesn't lie completely flat (approx 160 degrees)
Not many creature comforts (eg adjustable footrest or handle)
Storage basket is small
I'm careful to not out too much weight on the handle as it the hinge part of the folding mechanism
Small wheels means a bumpy ride on cobblestones.
It's narrow, so can tip sideways on slanted pavements
Hope that info helps
Spoke to the folks at the shop. Just a few things to be aware of:
- This is the old model, that is not compatible with the capsule
- The new model is due in the store within the next few weeks. This will support capsules.
(I was pondering getting this and a newborn capsule from amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Babyzen-Yoyo-Newborn-Nest-0/dp/B00L2… )
I didn't realize a stroller would cause so much hate
Would buy if it was a YOLO stroller
Like the name. Picturing a baby on a bungee rope.