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Sasa — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:42:42 +0000

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful

Versatile,Light weight & In style, November 27, 2010

This review is from: Stokke Xplory Stroller, Purple (Baby Product)

I bought the 2011 brand new style and it is fantastic !!!! Light weight and easy to manage.....not to mention BEAUTIFUL !!!. I bought the complete set and it has been just awesome. Love how easy it is to ride on any surface and the light weight is just great, can't say it enough. I can use it to go every where and my baby is super comfortable; which is the most important to me. Love it......and my baby loves it toooo...... :-) Happy Baby ,Happy parents.

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Comment on The First Years Jet Stroller, City Chic by Jake20 "Jacob"

Jake20 "Jacob" — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:04:44 +0000

86 of 91 people found the following review helpful

Backrest way too short!, March 12, 2010

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The backrest on this stroller was too short for my 2 1/2 year old, and he is only 35 pounds and about 37 inches tall.
His head was hanging out of the top of the backrest with no support.

What is the point of the stroller supporting up to 50 pounds if the backrest can't even support a 2 yr old child 37 inches tall?
I don't understand how they can overlook something like this.

If it were not for the short backrest, I would of been very happy with this stroller.. but unfortunately it will be going back.
I may try the First Years "Ignite" stroller, as I called and they said the backrest is taller on that model.

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Comment on The First Years Indigo Stroller, Urban Life by no nym

no nym — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:52:39 +0000

24 of 27 people found the following review helpful

Worth the price, February 26, 2011

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This review is from: Stokke Xplory Stroller, Dark Navy (Baby Product)

I love it! I want to marry it and have its babies. This is the best stroller on the market, bar none. I absolutely love that my little guy is so high up. He really gets to interact with his environment. It's also great for pulling up at a restaurant table. If you live in a cold wet climate like me you will also appreciate that baby (and his warm stroller liner) are kept well off the ground. Where I live, it seems that everyone has a Bugaboo. I see these folks, and their children are practically IN the snow when they walk down the street. My little love is nice and dry high up in his stroller.
This thing is ingeniously designed. Every adjustment is easy to do and largely intuitive. I have rarely, if ever, needed to consult the directions. You can actually fold this thing almost one handed. It is easy and you don't need an engineering degree like you do on some other pricey strollers. It is also much less heavy than the other fancy strollers out there. Getting in and out of cars is a breeze. The stroller handles beautifully and can even be navigated one handed for the most part. It doesn't hurt that the design is beautiful and chic. I get stopped on the street all the time by people asking about this stroller. I admit I was a bit put off by the price, but I have absolutely no regrets. This stroller was a fabulous investment.
I have only two complaints
1. The lack of storage. If this stroller only had a large storage bag like other high end strollers, it would be perfect. If you live in an urban environment like I do and you want to be able to be out with baby for a good part of the day while running errands, the lack of storage space can be a problem. I have gotten around this by buying inexpensive stroller hooks and a mesh stroller bag to attach to it. It would be nice if Stokke acknowledged the reality of how one actually uses a stroller and provided such a bag themselves.
2. I wish that Stokke would make their amazing, fully reclinable IzI sleep car seat available in the U.S.!!!! The car seat is made to attach to the stroller but is only available outside the U.S. A car seat that can recline flat so that baby can sleep in it for hours if he falls asleep in the car??? And it can attach to the stroller? Sign me up!!

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Comment on Joovy Caboose Stand On Tandem Stroller, Orangetree by dad of three

dad of three — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:45:30 +0000

395 of 401 people found the following review helpful

Joovy is MUCH Better and worth the extra money, February 8, 2006

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This review is from: Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem Stroller Red (Baby Product)

Yesterday I logged on the to the Babies R Us site to write a five star review for the Caboose Stroller. We absolutly love this stroller. I was shocked to see the recent one star reveiews that have been posted in the last few weeks. So I took the reviewers advice and visited the local Target. Here is what I found:

1. From Handle to tray front the Caboose is 11 inches shorter. The shorter wheelbase makes for much easier steering.

2. The Caboose has a higher handle height for the parent. It also has the same deluxe foam handles that the $800 Bugaboo has. The child handles have the same deluxe foam. The infant carseat attachment is even covered in the deluxe foam.

3. One reviewer mentioned that the Caboose is square tubing and not all accessories fit, but square tubing is far stronger than round or oval tubing. It also looks cool. The frame is very rigid and strong.

4. When folded the Caboose is half as tall 12 inches, the other one is 24 inches. The caboose tray and canopy nest perfectly when folded. The Baby Trend is 28 inches tall when folded if the canopy is left on. The Baby Trend tray also slams into the floor when the stroller is folded. The Caboose has a metal folding lock, the Baby Trend has a plastic one.

5. The Caboose canopy is much bigger and has canopy locks on each side.

6. The harness buckles on the Caboose are deluxe with light reflective straps. This is a good comparison of the quality of the strollers. The Caboose has a light reflective harness that has at least 3X more light reflective materail. The Baby Trend harnesses are very difficult to operate and can pinch. Research other Baby Trend product reviews and you will see this problem is already documented. The five point harness on the Caboose has two shoulder height positions. One of the positions is completely above the seat back height of the Baby Trend stroller. That is the reason that it appears that there is more room on the Baby Trend rear seat. The Baby Trend front seat back is so low there is no head support for the front child.

7. I checked the warranties on both products. The Caboose has a lifetime and the Baby Trend 180 days.

8. The parent tray on the Baby Trend I looked at was already broken. The push button on the side of the tray that releases it to rotate had fallen out and the tray could not be locked in place.

9. The Caboose infant car seat attachment is compatable with many more car seats. It will take the Chicco, Britax, Compass, Graco, Evenflo and Peg seats. The Baby Trend will not accept many of the new carseats on the market.

10. The fabric on the Caboose is rip-stop 600D nylon. This is the same fabric back packs and luggage use for it's durability. The Baby Trend is a light weight poly/cotton.

If you really look close there is really no comparison of the quality of these two products. The Caboose is a better engineered product and each important component is better quality than the Baby Trend. As I walked out of the Target with my Caboose the lady working in the juvenile department asked me where I got my cool stroller.

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Comment on Joovy Caboose Stand On Tandem Stroller, Orangetree by M. King "mkk03054"

M. King "mkk03054" — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:39:09 +0000

357 of 361 people found the following review helpful

Great alternative to a double stroller..., November 8, 2005

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This review is from: Joovy Caboose Stand-On Tandem Stroller Red (Baby Product)

We have a 3 year old and a 4 month old and this stroller suits us well. My daughter is very tall for 3 and her feet drag on the ground in most strollers so this is perfect for her. I like that I can buckle her in when I need to and she likes the option to stand giving her a little more freedom than in the past. After pushing around a Graco Duo-Glider that I borrowed from our sister in-law this thing seems so light! Other tandems are very long making them hard to steer, this one has a shorter footprint so it is a lot easier to manuever. My son is large too and outgrew his infant carseat very early so the front seat does need to be reclined for him due to his age. This does not give my daughter a ton of room when she is sitting but he'll be able to sit in the upright position soon enough. I think it is great for getting the older child from the car to the store w/o having to worry about traffic in busy parking lots. It's a lot more convenient than bring a HUGE double stroller everywhere for a 3 year old who might want to ride and might not. It should be useful for a lot longer than a traditional double stroller for anyone with kids spaced a couple of years apart.

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Comment on The First Years Indigo Stroller, Urban Life by Mary

Mary — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:32:42 +0000

28 of 30 people found the following review helpful

World's BEST Stroller, January 17, 2012

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This review is from: Stokke Xplory Stroller, Dark Navy (Baby Product)

As another reviewer said: I want to marry this stroller and have its babies!!

I am not the $1,000 stroller type of person. I mean, I want the best of everything for my baby and I am really serious about quality, but who the heck in their right mind pays $1,000 for a STROLLER? So I mean this wholeheartedly and truly when I say, this is seriously seriously worth every single penny for the NEW one. If you're reading this review and thinking about looking for a used one, DON'T! I mean it! Just buy the new one! Here's why.

Back before I even knew the baby's sex I was researching strollers and fell head over heels for the Stokke concept. I'm big into attachment parenting and natural birth and all that, so I love the idea of a stroller that facilitates a bond between parent and baby as well as encouraging baby's interaction with the world. It's not just a marketing point; it's true that with baby so much higher, he can engage so much more in his surroundings, maintain eye contact with parents and be "part of" conversations going on around him.

I initially considered looking for a used one since for the most part, the hardware functions the same and it's the same concept. But while the old ones still have the same concept, but there are some flaws. The new ones are literally PERFECT. In 2010 Stokke did a total makeover on the strollers and the new ones blow the old ones out of the water. Here is a comparison of the pre-2010 model vs. the post-2010 model. (It might not be comprehensive, but it's things that made the difference for me.)

Old: On some older models there's a problem with the seat dropping down the chassis. I've seen it. It's not pretty. The problem can range from shimmying down as you go over bumps, to outright collapsing down immediately under the weight of the child. Stokke does offer a fix for this but it's a metal pin that immobilizes the seat height entirely, so you can't take advantage of one of the signature features of adjustable seat height.
New: The part that holds the seat in position is really firm and secure. Plus it's supported by a 3 year warrantee (but I haven't read of anyone having that problem with the new model).

Old: Removing the foot rest on the old ones requires you to turn nobs on both sides of the footrest while pulling it down (basically you need three hands).
New: The new ones have one lever on the bottom portion of the footrest so you can do it one handed.

Old: The old seat is quite heavy.
New: I believe the new seat is roomier (don't quote me on that one though), and it's much more lightweight.

Old: The old textile has outdated colors (that have been discontinued so you can't get anything that matches), looks like kind of a cheap material and offers no sun protection.
New: The new textile is this beautiful athletic material that feels durable yet looks sleek and has UPF 50 sun protection.

Old: The old canopy does not have an additional visor and the mesh panel for air circulation isn't secured by anything.
New: The new canopy has a huge visor, and the cover to the mesh panel zips closed and secures open with a snap.

Old: The old stroller seat is kind of square with lots of exposed grey plastic (not pretty in my opinion).
New: The new stroller seat is completely covered in the textile from front to back and is rounded for more comfort for baby (Stokke says it's supposed to be round like a mother's womb), and it is much prettier.

Old: Stokke makes a rider board that isn't compatible with the older model. Although, Buggy Board makes a universal rider board that can snap on to the old frame.
New: You can use the rider board with the new stroller.

Old: The old bumper bar attaches with four screws (so forget about removing it on the go).
New: The new one clips in and out with the touch of a button. So easy! Plus the new one is covered in a removable nice matching fabric.

I then tried to convince myself to get a less expensive stroller. I still wanted a really high quality stroller, but I was thinking maybe the Baby Jogger City Select, justifying to myself that it would be a few hundred less expensive and more versatile (since it converts to a double with the addition of a second seat for a second child). The City Select was really the best alternative I could find to the Stokke, but here is where the Stokke still comes out on top.

City Select: It's just so low to the ground so baby seems so far away from me and so much closer to nastiness on the ground.
Stokke: The height is really what makes the Stokke - away from the level at which people hold cigarettes; closer to the parents; and away from a view of just bags, briefcases and knees.

City Select: The seats are not really well padded (although the 2011 model did add a lot more padding than the 2010 model), and it does not come... Read more

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Comment on The First Years Jet Stroller, City Chic by Jennifer

Jennifer — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:30:36 +0000

67 of 67 people found the following review helpful

Perfect for travel and occasional use, June 11, 2010

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This review is from: The First Years Jet Stroller (Baby Product)

We bought the Jet to take with us when we travel by plane, after our Maclaren Quest's hood got pretty brutalized last time we flew with it (even with gate checking). A decent stroller bag is about the same price as this stroller, so it didn't make sense to use to buy a bag just to use our fancier stroller in the airport. This fits the bill. I tried out cheaper models in stores; but they weren't substantially cheaper in price, and they were much cheaper in quality.

This assembles quickly; is attractive; has a structured, non-scratchy fabric seat (rare at this price point); and it has a nifty little organizer that is perfect for holding drinks, snacks, boarding passes and IDs. It is easy to fold and open one-handed, steers nicely, and is very lightweight. It also has some sort of shock absorbing system for the wheels, which was unexpected and appreciated!

No, it's not a Maclaren. It's not plush, the shade is not really big enough to be of great help, and it doesn't recline a ton. But it's easy to use, attractive, sturdy, and well-appointed for the price. We have a 10 month old and a 4 year old. Each child fits (though the 4 year old is too tall for the harness and shade). I am tall, and the handles are great even for me, and I don't kick the wheels.

All in all, it's a great value. At this price, I won't worry about getting stroller-jacked at theme parks or this one getting gnarly in the cargo bay of an airplane. And at this level of features, I won't worry about the thing breaking, being outgrown in a year, or my kid being miserable while riding. It's not going to be my "daily driver" at home because I'm spoiled by the Maclaren's features, but it's a wonderful backup stroller for travel or Grandma's house.

[And just a footnote: we got the red one, and the seat is actually an off-white/pale beige with black space-age-looking squares, which was a relief for me! It appeared white in the photo, and I was concerned about it getting gross quickly. Not a concern now!]

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Comment on The First Years Indigo Stroller, Urban Life by gina "mommyof2"

gina "mommyof2" — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:23:45 +0000

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful

Thought it was a Great Buy...at first, April 27, 2010

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When I first saw it I fell n love, it is a very attractive and modern looking stroller.
I've had this stroller for a month and a half, and I had to edit me review. I've had too many issues with it for just having had it for this short period and using it gently. From the begining the wheels made a screeching noise, I put some wd40 and didn't help much and after a week had to oil up again...like I mentioned before it only helps lower the screeching doesnt stop it. The rubbery handle is already coming off and won't last long before it rips off in pieces. The seat feels wobbly, my baby is 15 lbs I don't forsee this being sturdy for a 30 lbs baby let alone a 50 lbs kid, like it says. Trust me no one more than me wishes that it was the perfect stroller, but unfortunately you get what you pay for with this one :(
Now, I need to see how I'm going to return it and get something better.

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Comment on The First Years Jet Stroller, City Chic by Beccaboney "beccaboney"

Beccaboney "beccaboney" — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:20:32 +0000

184 of 188 people found the following review helpful

Perfect size, perfect price, February 26, 2010

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I have been looking for a while for just this stroller. I was looking for something to put in the back of the car for mall and short grocery shopping. Also I didn't want it to look cheap, it needed a sun shade and needed to fit my skinny one year old. And something under $40. Finally, this fits the bill.

The stroller was tightly packaged and all the end parts were covered with foam. The 4 sets of wheels were easy to pop on, though I probably should have turned the lights on to see the direction arrow because I ended up putting the first one on upside down. No problem, though, it was easy to follow their instructions to push a button and pop it off. It took me 10 minutes to put together with a toddler crawling all over me and it, which I categorize as a success.

Cons: the back is not breathable, so summers might be a little rough with back-sweat. Also, it claims to have recline, and although it does, it probably only reclines about 2 inches at best. I would not get this for that feature, it's pretty lame actually.

I got it in all black because I didn't want it to look dirty after a while. The stroller is good for up to 50 pounds, though honestly if my child still wants to be in a stroller when he's 7, we've got issues.

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Comment on The First Years Indigo Stroller, Urban Life by D. Mardis

D. Mardis — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:12:27 +0000

58 of 62 people found the following review helpful

Amazing Stroller, Better Quality Than Expected!, April 20, 2010

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I just got this stroller in and wanted to post a review for those who are contemplating buying it but can't find any reviews. That was me not too long ago, but I decided to take a chance anyway. So glad I did! First off, the ease of putting this stroller together made it worth it. I didn't even have to take out the directions. Snap in the wheels and the seat and your good to go. Second, the frame is very lightweight and the wheels are larger so turning and maneuvering through tight spaces is a breeze. The wheels are even big enough to take it to the beach, which we plan to try out in a few weeks. The whole stroller is also very narrow, though the seat is really roomy. The narrow frame makes getting around tight spots and into narrow door ways quite easy. The seat held my 10 month old, 23 lb baby boy and there was lots of room to spare. The seat also adjusts so he can sit all the way up or recline for a nap. The basket is large enough for a diaper bag and a few other things. I like that the access is from the front and wide open because it makes getting things in and out a lot easier. The parent "tray" is actually a canvas material that has a zipper pouch for storage (big enough for my wallet and iPhone and a diaper) and 2 cup holders and 2 other compartments for keys and such. A lot of thought obviously went into what other strollers lack when this one was made. To fold it, the seat snaps right off and the frame folds flat and takes up very little space. This would easily fit into a car trunk and fits into my SUV without any problems. My son LOVED the fact that he could face me while we stroll along and I can sing to him or make silly faces and he doesn't get upset about having to sit in a stroller. This was our issue and the reason I wanted a parent-facing stroller. The bar across the seat is great as he holds on to it and uses it for teething. Everything on the stroller that is canvas comes off for washing with snaps, so looks like that would be easy to do. The material on the bar zips off as well for washing. We have the red one and I love this color. A little darker than the picture and better in my opinion. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend this stroller! I would have paid lots more for the same one and there are ones on the market that have similar looks and features for triple the amount!

Pros:
Lightweight
Easy Maneuvering
Parent or Outward Facing
Folds Flat
Big Storage Basket
Comfortable Seat for Baby
Large Canopy Shade for Baby
Very Useful Compartment "Tray" for Parents
Big Wheels
Great Color

Cons:
Removing Seat to Fold (You can fold with seat but it makes for a much bulkier fold)

That's all I can think of for now. As I use it more, I will update with more information. You won't regret this purchase!

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