If there is one thing that am really neurotic about - it is researching baby products/gear. I knew that, with a 15 month age difference between our children, we would need a sturdy double stroller. I researched everything on the market - tandem strollers, double wide strollers, sit and stand strollers, three and four wheel strollers, etc.
I ended up buying (used) the Phil & Teds Vibe stroller with doubles kit. This stroller (made in New Zealand) retails for $930 - I got it gently used for $450 (including shipping) on eBay. I have seen this model of stroller go for as little as $350 on eBay.
- It is not very heavy - weighing in at 22 lbs
- You can fold it without un-installing the doubles kit (back seat)
- It has three inflatable tires so it is easy to push on the dock (which is bumpy in places)
- You can set it up so that the newborn can lay flat (look at the phil & teds website for a picture)
- The back seat can be removed when one kid outgrows the stroller.
- It packs away almost as compactly as my single stroller (I had the Bumbleride Indie (website) which is also an awesome option for only children)
I still need to purchase a few accessories to complete our travel system. I am going to get the rain coat ($50) and am interested in the optional saddle bags (to store groceries in) - these clip on to both sides of the stroller (also $50... all the accessories for this stroller are $50-$100!! - ouch!).
It is worth noting that, as liveaboards, you will be logging many miles on whatever stroller you choose (I walk about 1/3 of a mile just to get to the car). I would not recommend cutting corners to save money on this type of purchase.
Good Luck!
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