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Best Baby Travel Systems – Stroller and Car Seat Combo

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Best Baby Travel Systems – Stroller and Car Seat Combo 

 

When you’re in the market for the best baby travel system you can find, you’re now looking to make a tandem purchase – you’ll need a reliable stroller AND the accompanying carrier/car seat. The combo needs to be safe, lightweight and easily interchangeable amongst other things.
With so many options on the market, how do you pick the right one for you and your baby that won’t have you scrambling for the warranty card a month later?
Well, picking just any ol’ stroller/carrier combination may net you something you’re initially satisfied with, but you also may find that buyer’s remorse comes quickly with these types of purchases… especially if you’re a first time mother (or father) and really don’t know what to look for. Take it from the parents who have already been there and voiced their concerns.

BENEFITS OF A TRAVEL SYSTEM

Obviously a stroller is an essential component in your life if you have a baby – certainly one of the top ‘must have’ items. And if you’re carrying around your little one from place to place, you’ll definitely need a car seat. So, why not just combine the two and save yourself the hassle of buying independently.
Sure, you may like the Disney Stroller for its cute Minnie Mouse design, but does the Chicco Keyfit 30 Car seat (rated by Consumer Reports as best in crash protection) detach and immediately re-attach to your Disney stroller? Let’s face it, parts that don’t go together add to the confusion – and sometimes price. So what are some of the real benefits of buying a travel system?
  1. Easy car-to-stroller shifting. No un-fastening, moving and re-fastening your child in the middle of the grocery store parking lot. Unclick the carrrier from the carseat, snap it into the stroller. Compatibility.
  2. Some hospitals may not let you leave without having an infant car seat for the ride home – all reviews are with infant car seats
  3. Convenience. If you live in a cold climate, you’re going to like the quick transfer of carrier-to-stroller.
  4. Ease of shopping. Compare the safest car seat and stroller combo and go with it. How many strollers and car seats would you have to investigate individually. Ugh!
  5. Repeat the process for your future children.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A BABY TRAVEL SYSTEM

The main components in your standard travel system are going to include 3 things. The differences between certain Make and Models of each component are normally pretty nominal, yet can vary significantly depending on price.
CheckmarkIconStroller (3 or 4-wheel)
CheckmarkIconInfant Car Seat, compatible with Stroller
CheckmarkIconCar Seat Base
Just as with any other product purchase, you’re going to find so many options at your disposal – especially when buying the components individually! Do you fork out for the Cadillac Escalade of strollers, the extreme budget version – is this thing for a Cabbage Patch Doll or my kid?!? – or something in between. Here are the classic styles of strollers you’ll be looking at.
These 3 strollers below are your standard. You’ve got the Jogger Stroller, the 3-wheel and 4-wheel daily use strollers. Much like deciding between crib mattresses, not a lot separates these strollers in regards to features, but there are certainly aspects that will be more appealing to you, individually.
Notice that they all look similar, so which one do you choose?
“Oooh, I want that one because it looks cooler! And since they all look the same…”  Errrrrr, wrong answer!
Do you drive a compact car? Is your husband 6′ plus? Do you prefer a certain look enough that you’d be willing to forego its undersized storage compartment (hope you really like carrying stuff). Are you physically active and prefer to take your baby out with you? Maybe you have questionable terrain on the stroll to your park?

The 3-Wheel and 4-Wheel Travel System Stroller

The differences between each of these 2 styles of travel systems aren’t all that far apart, with only a few defining characteristics.
  • The 3-wheel has a sharper turning radius and better overall maneuverability, yet is less stable than the 4 wheel version – though not to be confused with not being stable. With carrier attached, center of gravity is higher and obviously less stable.
  • The 3-wheel is easier to steer one-handed
  • The 4-wheel typically folds easier and stands better when folded
Also, you’ll notice that rubber, air-filled tires as typically seen on Jogging strollers (and the BOB) add more suspension and are typically a better ride for the baby, whereas plastic tires eat up bumps and cracks while transferring the shock through the stroller.
Noteworthy: Some strollers barely have enough storage for one diaper bag, let alone room for a purse, toys, or even a convenient spot for your smart phone. 

Car Seat and Base Qualities

Picking on the Chicco Keyfit 30 Car Seat and Base again, you’ll notice below a certain number of options that come standard with most car seats/carrier combos. Since the Chicco has been so highly rated, we’ll focus on a number of its qualities.
  1. Energy Absorbing Foam protects from side impact
  2. Removable Infant Insert for the smallest of babies
  3. 5-Point Safety Harness
  4. “Bubble” Level and Center Pull Latch for proper and convenient installation

 

COMMON COMPLAINTS

Many of the reviews throughout the web-isphere have recurring complaints about certain products. The majority of them revolving around strollers and car seat carriers are as follows…
  • Some strollers can be a bit heavy for moving in and out of your car – especially for new mothers
  • You sometimes get what you pay for. Cheap parts are guaranteed on cheaper travel systems.
  • Strollers are bulky and may be a struggle trying to fit into a compact car
  • Non jogging-style strollers typically aren’t great for terrain outside of smooth sidewalks and in stores
  • Not enough space for diaper bags!
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