How to choose a compact stroller?

Among the most important items for a child, any mother will call you a pram. Everyone knows that strollers are different. Large, stable and solid - for power walks in the park, for sleeping and motion sickness. Light and athletic - for active walking. Design spectacular options - for exits "in people". How many parents - so many preferences.

But an option such as a super-compact stroller will clearly be indispensable in this variety. This is the very transport that will help in all situations. And the shopping trip, and a trip to rest, and any movement around the city - all this is impossible without a practical and convenient folding stroller.

Particularly relevant purchase compact stroller becomes with the approach of summer. Many parents are going to rest with their children. And this, as is known, entails many additional difficulties. Not every child will bear the road well, large loads can be overwhelming for him: as a rule, when traveling you have to travel a lot, including on foot.

In the modern variety of models on the market it is easy to get confused. Let's try to figure out what they are, in general, are these compact strollers.

Compact strollers are of different types, and above all, they differ in ways of addition. The most familiar of them, which has already become a classic, is a cane. Perhaps this is the most popular and inexpensive type of wheelchairs. They have undoubted advantages in the form of maximum ease, simplicity and convenience.

With a small weight, these strollers are able to perform various functions: in different models there are seat belts, and additional weatherization in the form of mattresses, and glass holders, and convenient organizers for small things. Summer options (for the hottest weather) are equipped with nets for ventilation and are protected from the sun; raincoats are provided for autumn models. There are shopping baskets and belts for carrying the stroller on the shoulder.

Probably not a single type of compact wheelchair has been subjected to as many modifications as a cane stroller. Manufacturers tried to make a universal recreational vehicle out of this stroller, supplying it with various functions - adjusting the back, soft suspension to create cushioning, reliable braking system, alloy wheels, noiseless rubber, a trunk. Very reminiscent of a real car. Well, this type of folding strollers has the right to be called a classic.

We can mention another very popular model - a stroller-book. They call it that way because of the folding method - in half, the hand and foot levers are adapted for folding it. It weighs almost twice the size of the cane.

Another popular type is the transformer stroller. These wheelchairs have absolutely everything. And the cradle for the child, and the wheels, and the walking sector, and the chassis. Essentially, the child is in a full-fledged stroller: the cradle is very comfortable to sleep, and the walking place is spacious and roomy. The hood of the big sizes, wheels, as a rule, possess big passability.

Let's look at other, not so familiar options.

As a novelty, an engineering engineering miracle is now being actively offered, like a stroller - a child car seat. Manufacturers tried to combine the two devices, it turned out pretty well. In fact, this is a child car seat equipped with wheels and a telescopic handle. Indeed, it is practical. We will assume that the attempt to combine the two into one was completely successful.

I would like to dwell on one model, which has recently been very actively discussed on the Internet. A large number of requests come from parents who are trying to find not just a compact, but a completely microscopic stroller for a child. Specially for such parents came up with strollers that fold into a small backpack, and they are convenient to store.

This stroller even got its “moment of glory” - it was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's smallest folding stroller with dimensions in the folded state 35 x 30 x 18 cm and with a weight of just over 4 kg. Of course, you can travel with such a micro-wheel in any kind of transport - in the car, in the train, and in the plane (there, for example, you can simply put the carriage under the seat of the chair). The authors of this facility are Chinese manufacturers.

But let's see what happens if we expand this stroller to full size. So, it turned out a good option, close to the standard walking model. The wheels are rubberized, good 5-point safety belts, at the bottom there is a basket that can withstand up to five kilograms of weight.

The seat is removed (this is a big plus - it is convenient to wash), there is a visor from the rain and the sun, a textile basket for all sorts of things. For carrying the stroller itself is offered a special bag. Among the declared characteristics is the following: the maximum weight of the child for which the model is designed is 20 kg. Of course, there are doubts regarding this characteristic, but, as usual, the Internet sites are full of positive reviews.

First, consider the advantages and disadvantages of a cane. Of the obvious advantages of the first you can specify a small weight (in the region of 4 kilograms). No doubt, it will be possible to save living space with such a stroller: it really takes up little space, is convenient for storage in an apartment and transportation in a car.

Now about the minuses. This design is controlled only with the help of both hands (due to the fact that the two handles on the cane exist in isolation from each other), this is not very convenient. This stroller is not designed to sleep a child, it does not have special regulated provisions. Large toys and various items that moms take with them for a walk will have to be carried in a separate bag - due to the nature of the folding mechanism, a large basket for things is excluded. Moreover, the bag will have to carry in their hands, as the light stroller cane will not be able to hang anything.

Stroller-book - is another matter entirely. There is a solid handle, for which the stroller is convenient to roll with one hand, you can still use this handle as a hanger. Here is a basket for accessories. In such a wheelchair, it will be comfortable for the child to sleep - there are all the necessary adjustments.

The disadvantages include a higher price compared to a cane - about twice (although, of course, much depends on the manufacturer).This is a more dimensional device than a cane, hence there are other drawbacks - when storing it takes up more space, rather cumbersome for traveling in transport and so on.

As for the various modifications of compact strollers for travel, which were mentioned above, they have a number of common advantages: when folded they are very compact, suitable for children of different ages, have a significant number of adjustments - everything is customized and customized to your requirements. The suspension is usually soft.

The kit usually includes belts for carrying the stroller on the shoulder, the manufacturers of these models care about the ability to quickly assemble and disassemble the stroller. As disadvantages, parents often call a small hood, a low back, an uncomfortable footrest, a shallow fit. Manageability often has not the highest rates.

Let's talk about the parameters that are worth paying attention to primarily when choosing a compact stroller.

The main criterion (and not only for the stroller, probably, for any purchase) is the price-quality ratio. Perhaps you can find in the store or on websites absolutely perfect pram, where everything will be and even more. But it is unlikely that the price of such a stroller will be in the zone of availability. Apparently, only parents from among politicians, stars and other celebrities will be able to buy this technical miracle.

The next criterion is, of course, the quality of the technical performance of the model. The first thing you need to meticulously inspect the wheelbase. Wheels - the part of the stroller that is most affected by road irregularities and, as a result, is most susceptible to wear. You need to ask the seller how easy it is to buy replacement parts, is it possible to repair the stroller in your area in the event of a breakdown. Since we are discussing compact folding strollers, this parameter is of great importance, since it is the mechanism that is the main component of the subject of our discussion.

Another important detail is manageability. This parameter is directly related to the other - the weight of the stroller. It is necessary to understand what this model is in management, how much it is maneuverable, how it behaves on a road with a different surface. Weight is also important, because the wheelchair has to be manually brought over several floors, put it in public places, go into transport with it.

Next, you need to carefully examine the accessories supplied with the stroller. Is there a mosquito net, a bag for things, a cover for the child’s feet, a raincoat. As a rule, these accessories are attached to the stroller. But, of course, how many models - so many configuration options. It will be very unpleasant to realize later that all these things will have to be bought for some money.

You must also consider the functionality of your intended vehicle. Estimate the size of the hood, the degree of its adjustment, the adequacy of the protection it provides. But also the size of the cradle (in all dimensions), the presence of a soft bumper, steps, seat depth and other technical parameters are important. Remember that if you do not take care of everything at the time of purchase, then you will be faced with additional difficulties.

And the last tip. Whatever stroller you look after, let your child help you make the final choice: think about which model is best suited for his character - curious and restless, or, conversely - calm and assiduous.

Overview of the compact stroller YOYA PLUS, see the following video.