I've DS, 3y and DD, almost 2mo. Currently using my Vista with DD but I'd forgotten how much I grew to hate it with DS, and ideally need something suitable for either child as DS is a bit of a wanderer/whinges when tired so would like him to be able to hop in occasionally when I'd put dd in a sling. This means the Vista is out as the bucket seat isn't suitable for young babies (and I mostly hate the thing anyway!).
Main things I dislike (now, loved it to start with!): weight, size (turns well but wide back wheels and takes up most of the boot), build quality (we may have been unlucky but we've had a sheared bolt on the frame, and now a snapped brake cable which our cycle shop can't fix). Also how difficult it is for a toddler to climb in and out.
Things I do like: size of basket, non puncture wheels , hood size/sun protection and bar handle which is a good height.
We had been using a 3rd hand Maclaren XT with DS but it's not in great condition and I need to push one handed now to grab DS when necessary. Ideally would be able to parent face but think this will probably be the compromise. Budget up to £300, want it to last until DD is out of a buggy. We've an Urban Detour for dog walking and any real off roading so mostly needed for round town/pavement walking.
Looking at the BJCM and GEM, is there anything else worth considering? Tempted by the GEM as it's about £100 cheaper, but will I just regret it and wish I'd gone for the BJCM?
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out of love with my Vista: BJCM, Graco Evo Mini or something else?
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BlanketSky · 17/06/2014 17:14
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