Top 10 Running Strollers
To say that parenthood is the end – or hiatus point – of all other life activities would be a gross misrepresentation of the truth. We live in a day and age where technology and innovative inventions allow parents to continue enjoying the things they love to do without compromising on the quality of parenting.
One such example is that of running strollers that have taken the baby product market by storm. Their signature three wheel design ensures easy control and maneuverability whether you are running, jogging or power walking with your little one.
Below are 10 of the best models currently on the market.
1. Baby Trend Expedition Jogger Stroller
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Convenience trays
There are two of these; one for the child and one for the parent. The parent convenience tray features a small gap for placing keys, your phone and even a wallet. It also features two cup holders. The child’s tray acts as both a food service table and added security.
Reclining seat
The seat angle can be adjusted to multiple positions including upright and full recline positions for the child’s comfort. The seats themselves are lightly padded for comfort and unrestricted movement. They also feature a 5 point harness with unpadded straps for security.
Single trigger folding mechanism
This allows fast and easy folding and unfolding of the running stroller. When folded, the stroller can be carried using the handle bar.
Footrest reflectors
If you are jogging in the dark with your baby, these will come in handy in ensuring that you are visible to motorists and other road users.
Weight and dimensions
It measures 21 inches by 47 inches by 10 inches and weighs 27 pounds.
- It is cheap,
- It has several convenience trays for food and drinks,
- It has a comfortable seat for the child to enjoy,
- It is easy to maneuver
- Single handlebar allows better control at high speed
- It has a peekaboo window for child monitoring
- It is very light.
- The canopy offers limited coverage,
- The unpadded safety harness straps are uncomfortable for older children.
2. Graco FastAction Fold Jogger Click Connect Stroller
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Click Connect infant seat adapter
This allows you to attach a Graco infant car seat turning the simple stroller into a transport system. This feature makes the process fast and easy allowing you to carry the child quickly and quietly between your jogging trail and your parking lot without waking them.
Lockable swivel front wheel
A running stroller is only as good as the swivel wheel and this stroller has one of the most flexible ones in the market. This front wheel allows easy maneuvering whether at high speed or simply strolling.
Pneumatic suspension wheels
These absorb shock from high speed movement and contact with uneven surfaces. That way, you don’t have to worry about disturbing the child as they sleep or relax on the stroller.
Single step folding mechanism
It allows you to fold the entire stroller for storage by simply pressing the collapse frame button on the handle bar. Once this is done, you can easily carry the folded stroller using the strap attached to the frame.
Weight and dimensions
It weighs 35 pounds and measures 40 inches by 24 inches by 42 inches
- It is cheap,
- It has spacious storage,
- It is easy to fold and unfold.
- The air tires get flat very fast wen used on off-road terrain,
- The wheels are noisy when in fast motion,
- It is light but bulky and cumbersome even when folded.
3. Baby Trend Expedition LX Travel System Millennium
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Infant seat compatible
This running stroller doubles up as a child car travel system due to the infant car seat compatibility. This allows you to attach an infant car seat in front or rear facing position.
Convenience features
It features a large and easily accessible undercarriage in which you can store anything from the child’s diaper bag to your gym bag. It also features a convenient parent tray with a smart phone panel and two cup holders.
Weight and dimensions
It weighs 41.5 pounds and measures 48.2 inches by 22.5 inches by 44.8 inches.
- It is inexpensive,
- It is easy to use,
- Swivel front wheels ensure maneuverability.
- It is heavy.
4. Baby Trend Expedition Jogger Travel System
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Parent tray
This attached to the handlebar and is conveniently located to ensure easy access to the pusher’s items including keys and phones.
The tray features 2 deep cup holders designed to ensure that whether it is a coffee cup or a soda can, your drink will remain in the container and not paint the ground you are jogging on.
Finally, the parent tray is MP3 compatible with speakers to keep you and your little one entertained during your outdoors trip.
Comfortable car seat
The child seat is padded to ensure comfort and support of the child as the stroller is moving at high speeds. It also features a 5 point harness with adjustable straps for the baby’s safety.
Large tires
The stroller uses large bicycle tires with a front swivel wheel designed to allow you to easily control the stroller whether you are running at full speed or taking a slow walk.
Weight and dimensions
It weighs 41 pounds and measures 44 inches by 46 inches by 22 inches.
- It is cheap,
- It offers the convenience of child car travel systems,
- It is easy to fold and unfold.
- It is heavy
5. Graco FastAction Fold Jogger Click Connect Travel System
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Click Connect car travel system
This is the key feature responsible for the travel system status on this stroller. The feature allows you to easily connect and detach the included infant car seat.
The car seat can accommodate up to 35 pounds and is designed to offer the parent convenience when it comes to transporting their child form place to place.
FastAction Fold mechanism
The stroller utilizes the Fast Action Folding and collapsible frame design to make storage and transport while not in use a whole lot easier for you as the parent.
Pneumatic tires
The running stroller has three air filled tires complete with a suspension system that is designed to absorb shock and provide a smooth ride.
The front swivel wheel allows easy control and maneuvering over different surfaces whether you are jogging on an off-road dirt path or a block brick pavement.
- It is cheap,
- It exists as a travel system for convenience,
- Single handle bar makes it easy to control with one hand,
- Convenient parent tray for personal effects,
- Easily accessible storage,
- It features a food tray for the child to enjoy on their ride.
- The footrest is made out of weak material,
- It does not offer sufficient head support for infants,
- The safety harness straps are uncomfortable as they are not padded.
6. Thule URBAN Glide Sport Stroller
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Reclining seat
The running stroller has a comfortable padded seat that can recline to different fixed angles for the child’s comfort. The seat itself can accommodate a child of up to 75 pounds which makes it a great long term investment as a parent.
Adjustable canopy with peekaboo window
The canopy can be adjusted to offer either full cover or to leave the child compartment open depending on what is best for the child.
It features a peekaboo window made out of wide holed mesh. This allows you not only to keep an eye on the child but also to ensure that there is proper air circulation within the stroller especially when the canopy is fully closed.
One handed folding mechanism
It has a collapsible frame that allows easy folding for storage. This is achieved using a single handed mechanism where all you have to do is to push a button and fold the stroller.
Secure storage basket
The storage basket under the seat is designed to offer not only plenty of space but also security for your items. This is made possible by the waterproof cover and the zipper lock feature.
Weight and dimensions
It weighs 23 pounds and measures 14 inches by 21 inches by 34.5 inches when folded. When open, it measures 35 inches by 14 inches by 21 inches.
- It offers a lot of storage space with the undercarriage and the parent tray,
- The handlebar allows easy pushing with just one hand,
- It is easy to maneuver and push over different terrain,
- Convertible into a travel system,
- It can be used for a long time with the high weight capacity.
- It is expensive,
- The storage basket is difficult to access,
- It requires regular maintenance as the front wheel tends to bobble and lose alignment with continuous use.
7. BOB Revolution SE Single Stroller
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Accessory adapter
This allows you to convert this jogging stroller into a child transport system by attaching a car seat. It is designed to accommodate a variety of car seat brands making it easier for you to find a great option.
Padded reclining seat
This stroller is designed to give your child maximum comfort, support and security through the inevitably bumpy ride. This is made possible in one way by the padding on the child’s seat.
These are covered using removable and machine washable fabric which makes maintenance very easy. It can also recline to multiple different positions with a 5 point harness designed to keep your child secure even at high speeds.
Weight and dimensions
It measures 51.6 inches by 25.4 inches by 40 inches and weighs 25 pounds.
- It is easy to maneuver and control with the front swivel wheel,
- It can be folded for storage and transport,
- It has a full cover adjustable canopy.
- It is expensive,
- It has a weak foot rest that tears quickly especially when stroller is used with taller and older children,
- Assembling the unit is difficult even with a manual,
- It is heavy.
8. Baby Trend Expedition Double Jogger
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Stroller seats and capacity
This is without a doubt one of the best double running stroller with 2 side-by-side child seats. The seats are made from comfortable padded material with multiple reclining positions for added comfort.
Wheel design and layout
It uses pneumatic rubber tires that are designed to offer wobble-free support and control over a variety of surfaces. The front wheel is 12 inches in diameter and has a lockable swivel mechanism that comes in handy if you want extra control while you run.
Weight and dimensions
It weighs 25 pounds and measures 49 inches by 21.5 inches by 43 inches.
Collapsible frame
The stroller can be folded using a simple foot latch mechanism. This same mechanism is used to unfold the system making it very easy to use.
- It is cheap,
- It offers a lot of storage space,
- It is easy to maneuver even with one hand,
- It allows baby monitoring through the peekaboo window,
- It has a convenient parent tray for the pusher’s items,
- It is easy to fold for storage.
- The canopy’s coverage is limited,
- It uses air filled tires that require regular maintenance and repair,
- There is no center support system dividing the two child seats.
9. BOB Revolution Flex Duallie Stroller
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Swivel wheels
It features the typical jogger stroller three wheel arrangement. The front wheel has a lockable swivel mechanism designed to offer better control as you jog.
The wheels are complemented by an adjustable suspension system that ensures stability and absorbs shock making the ride comfortable for both the baby and the pusher.
Collapsible frame
In addition to being one of the best running strollers, this model doubles up as an umbrella stroller with the collapsible frame allowing you to fold for transport and storage.
It uses a two-step folding mechanism that ensures fast and efficient folding.
Double seating
This double running stroller has two equal seats in a side-by-side layout. This accommodates two children making it a great option for parents with twins or two your kids.
Adjustable handlebars
The pusher has the freedom to adjust the height of the handlebar for convenience and easier control. The bars themselves have an ergonomic design with soft padding meant to increase grip and make the pushing a lot more comfortable for the parent.
Reclining seat
It features a single padded seat that can accommodate up to 50 pounds. The seat can recline to different angles for the child’s comfort. The seat also features a 5 point harness with padded straps for child safety.
Weight and dimensions
It weighs 34 pounds and measures 58.3 inches by 30.6 inches by 40 inches.
- It is strong and stable,
- It can be folded for transport and storage,
- It is comfortable for the babies,
- It has a peekaboo window for child monitoring,
- The canopy is wide and adjustable.
- It is heavy,
- It is expensive.
10. Schwinn Turismo Swivel Single Jogger
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Pneumatic tires
It uses three wheels with the front 12 inch wheel having a lockable swivel mechanism for maneuverability. The two rear wheels are 16 inches in diameter and are fixed for support and improved control.
The wheels are set on a spring suspension system for shock absorption as the pusher is running or jogging.
Built-in MP3
This system has small speakers within the stroller that are meant to keep the child entertained as you enjoy your workout session.
Retractable canopy
The canopy has two main parts; the closed floating canopy and the clear sun visor. These are all designed to protect the child from direct exposure to things like wind, water or direct sunlight.
The canopy also features a viewing window for the pusher to use to keep an eye on the child.
Dimensions
It measures 33.5 inches by 23 inches by 5 inches and weighs 24.5 pounds.
- It has a sturdy frame ensuring stability and durability,
- The canopy offers wide and adjustable coverage,
- It is MP3 compatible,
- It is light and easy to maneuver.
- It is expensive,
- The pneumatic tires require regular maintenance.
Final verdict
It goes without saying that each and every one of the strollers reviewed above is awesome.
The stability and convenience offered ensures that as the pusher, you get to enjoy your daily workout while bonding with your little one and giving them a chance to enjoy the outdoors.
Bottom line; if you are in the market for a jogging companion for you and your child then you can rest assured that none of the models on our list will let you down