Prams, pushchairs suitable for walks on rough ground

[stevet1]

First off - apologies for turning this into mumsnet or whatever.
But anyway - my 14 month old loves being outside seeing new stuf etc and generally going for walks - which I enjoy too.
Has anyone any recommendations for a pushchair that stands up to being used off tarmac'd roads?
Been looking at this one http://www.practicalpushchairs.co.u...out_n_about_nipper_360_single_pushchair.html/
but would appreciate advice from anyone on here on what they've used.
Other options would be one of those back mounted carriers but I'm not sure whether he would enjoy this as much and anyway we could do with a decent pram for around town etc.

 

[hamster]

Why not get one of those bike trailers that converts into a pushchair?

 

[barry2017]

One of my friends on the mooring has a bike trailer pushchair. I'll ask him who made it, but it seems to work well enough.

It has 12v Cateye halogen lights.

 

[pigman]

that basic design type (but not make) is what we used.
you need a fixed (non steerable) front wheel for rough ground. The one in the link is both swivable and lockable which is good, cos non steerable ones give long wheelbases in crowded areas. Ours was fixed and mrs didnt like the fact that it couldnt be steered, but I did cos I used the fixed front wheel to push open doors and fixed gives better control on escaltors - you can rest it on the front wheel to reposition the rear end.
I reckon brakes are an unnecssary accessory (but ours didnt have one, so if it had, maybe I'd think differently??).
A front mudguard is a good idea for muddy trails (I made one out of a bike mudguard) to stop junior's cosy toes rubbing on the front wheel and getting dirty.
Something with easily removeable wheels is good (ours needed a 6mm allenkey for the rear) and I added wingnuts for the front to make a nice package for airplane travel.
A basket underneath for baby accessories/shopping is useful.
A good custom fit raincover is a must if youre out in countryside.

edit - forgot to add - anything with less than 12" wheels is a real bugger to move in sand (think beach holidays) cos they get bogged down

 

[stevet1]

Bike trailer was an idea but - I have a habit of crashing which is fine when its just me but frowned upon when towing a baby. Also I like the slower pace of a walk now and again, its nice to stop and look at stuff.

Edit - cheers pigman, some good advice there. Looks like the one I'm looking at ticks all the boxes then.

 

[Iwasgoodonce]

As mentioned above. Larger inflatable tyres are key. We had twins and managed to get them to some interesting places off road.

 

[john]

We have this > http://www.maxi-cosi.com/be-en/stroller ... osi-mura-3 . Which we used a lot for walking along towpaths and suitable footpaths. It handles 'off road' quite well. It's quite big though and is a bit of a tw@t round town.

Now the youngster is getting a bit older (20 months) generally he rides on my shoulders or walks if we go anywhere unsuitable for his more normal maclaren buggy.

 

[stevet1]

Now the youngster is getting a bit older (20 months) generally he rides on my shoulders or walks if we go anywhere unsuitable for his more normal maclaren buggy.

Interesting, was wondering how much use we would get out of it before he wants to roam around under his own steam. 20 months doesn't sound much considering he's 14 months now.

 

[ancient biker]

Hi

We have a Jane buggy. Its pretty good - the front wheel can be locked for off road stuff. Very sturdy, though very expensive :shock:

How about a papoose? They are great - £100 and you also get the added bonus of having the back of your head slapped.

We've also got a kangaroo bike seat. I like these much better than rear mounted seats as you can keep an eye on the wee nipper and point things out as you cycle along. Riding position is a wee bit awkward at first but its easly to get used to.

We have all this stuff as we've three boys. If you're planning to have any more bambinos i'd advise you to get some decent stuff so it lasts them all.

d

 

[pigman]

How about a papoose? They are great - £100

nah load in charity shops/"baby charity" sasles for next to nowt

and you also get the added bonus of having the back of your head slapped.

not quite, but when our tom wanted me to go one way or another, he subconsciously used my head as a steering wheel which always made us chuckle.
the papoose can be a bugger to get off and on with baby in it if youre out alone.