Congratulations! You now have two children that need to be in a stroller for your walks. What do you do now? Try to handle two separate strollers yourself? Give up all of your car trunk space to accommodate two strollers? No way! Start looking for a two-child stroller of course!
This can be a daunting task, so let’s make it a bit easier by introducing two options: The Graco Roomfor2 tm Classic Connect TM Stand & Ride Stroller and the Joovy R Caboose Stand-On Tandem Stroller. Aside from having some pretty fancy names, there are some pretty neat features on them.
Tandem is a code word for skinny and easy to maneuver. It means that, rather than having the two children side by side, these featured strollers have the children one in front of the other, making it an easy choice in shopping centers or busy sidewalks.
However, if you prefer the traditional side by side, both companies offer such choices, such as the Joovy R Scooter X2 stroller and the Graco FastAction line. However, the ease of the tandem strollers is appealing so let’s talk about that instead!
A Growing Family Requires More Stroller Room
The Caboose Stand-On Tandem Stroller and the Roomfor2TM Classic Connect Stand & Ride Stroller offers room for the growing family. Whether you have twins, two children three years apart, or even a five-year-old and a newborn these two stroller options has you covered! The front portion of the stroller accommodates smaller children, including the adaptability for a car seat for newborns. The rear of the stroller accommodates the growing toddler, allowing for both a seat (with seatbelt for safety) and the option of standing up as they become older.
Dimensions
While each tandem stroller has similarities, they vary slightly in dimensions and weight. The Caboose weight comes in at, according to their website, http://www.joovy.com/, 27.9 lbs. Comparatively, the RoomFor2TM weights 26.5 lbs. as stated at http://www.gracobaby.com/.
The folded length (good to know for trunk space in the car!) for the Caboose is 41.5 in. long, or approximately 3.5 ft. The RoomFor2TM is 37 in. long, or 3 ft. long. The folded width of the Caboose is 21.5 in, which translates to 1.8 ft. wide. The folded width of the RoomFor2TM is also 21.5, or 1.8 ft. wide.
If you’re curious about the height of the stroller (for those who are both tall and short there are different comfort heights), these strollers only very by 1 in. The Caboose clocks in at 41.5 inches, or 3.5 ft., and the RoomFor2TM at 40.5, or 3.4 ft.
The Graco RoomFor2TM stroller even features a one-handed fold system, with a storage latch, for additional ease in stowing the stroller away. What does this mean in the real world: there isn’t too much of a difference in Mom and Dad muscles used or lost trunk space between these two strollers.
Weight Accommodations
An important thing to know about strollers is the weight accommodation per child and per the overall stroller. For safety reasons, it is not advices to go over weight limits for either. The Caboose has an overall weight limit of 90 lbs., being evenly dispersed at 45 lbs. per seat. The RoomFor2TM features an overall weight limit of 100 lbs., dispersed at 50 lbs. per child. With these weight limits both strollers can have quite a few years of use before going over the limit. As a marker, a typical six-year old child weights approximately 50 lbs.
Parent-Friendly Features
So after looking at all the statistics, let’s discuss the important parts, life-of-ease features for Mom and Dad! In order to successfully go for a stroll with multiple children, there are important things that need to come too.
Caboose Features
The more children, the more stuff coming in tote. With that said, storage space on a stroller is a must! The Caboose features a removal tray (good for those hungry tummies needing to snack) made of easy-to-clean plastic. It also contains a bottom storage basket under the stroller, with elastic sides. Have to carry a bag for twin, no problem! This basket can expand to fit your needs! The front seat universal and will easily attach to any traditional car seat. There is a retractable canopy to ensure none of the precious cargo gets sunburned in the front seat. These two features are included. If you are looking for more items for your tandem stroller, JoovyR also sells attachments for the Caboose on their website, www.joovy.com, such as a parent organizer (even holds the phone for you!), rain cover, sun filer, and various straps, harnesses and seat options.
RoomFor2TM Features
The Graco RoomFor2TM includes a few more “for-ease” features than the Caboose. Along with the easy-clean tray and the storage basket, you also see a parent’s tray and a cup holder for the child’s tray. The child’s tray is on a pivot system, allowing the parent to easily place the child in the stroller without much of a fuss. The parent’s tray includes two cup holders and additional storage for items such as a phone, snacks, keys, etc. Graco also has a line of products that are compatible with this stroller, called the “Classic Connect” line. This means that you could purchase a car seat in the same line and be guaranteed it will fit with the RoomFor2TM strollers.
Now Go Explore With Your Stroller!
Feeling excited about stroller’s yet? You should be! With a tandem double stroller system such as the Joovy R Caboose or the Graco RoomFor2TM the world is yours to conquer. The ease of turning, the slim design, and the storage space makes it easy for a parent to go on any trip they can think of. Grocery shopping? Easy! Going to the mall? Fun! Walking through a flea market looking for a great buy? Noisy (and daring) but you will be fearless knowing that your children are comfortable, happy and safe in your new Joovy R Caboose or Graco RoomFor2TM stroller. What are you waiting for? Visit your local shopping center today or log online to see for yourself which one will fit your lifestyle (and Mommy needs) today!
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