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What a super double deal!
After reading the reviews and comparing it with more expensive and sleek looking strollers and to its own Graco Quattro Duo stroller, I am SO glad I decided on this one! I already own the single Graco Quattro Duo stroller and loved it SO much, that I really wanted to stay w/Graco if I could.
At first, I was unsure if the frame looked as sturdy as the one I had...
38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
Good Deal at First...
We bought this stroller when we were expecting our twins. (Based on input from another multiple mom who couldn't stop raving about it). We were happy with the stroller for the first several months. However, there were things about the stroller that DEFINITELY need to be improved:
1) The basket underneath started dragging on the ground after just a few...
We bought this stroller when we were expecting our twins. (Based on input from another multiple mom who couldn't stop raving about it). We were happy with the stroller for the first several months. However, there were things about the stroller that DEFINITELY need to be improved:
1) The basket underneath started dragging on the ground after just a few uses (with light toys stored underneath).
2) The front wheels started getting caught in the basket when we would open the stroller...which is happening almost everytime we open it now.
3) The harnesses are SUCH a pain. They should have made them similar to the harness that they use for the car seats that accompany this stroller.
4) If you don't remove the front tray EVERY time before folding down the stroller, it gets scratched up easily.
5) As our children got older, the stroller became harder to maneuver. One of the reasons I wanted this stroller was that I was told how easy it was to turn with one hand. However, my children are only 18 & 21 lbs., and it's already difficult to turn the stroller.
6) The weight. It is definitely one of the heavier strollers. However, I've gotten used to that.
7) Only two seat adjustments on the back seat. All the way reclined, or all the way up.
So, all in all, this was a good 'first' stroller for twins...but not something that we can use for much longer. It did maneuver well at first, but no longer.
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After reading the reviews and comparing it with more expensive and sleek looking strollers and to its own Graco Quattro Duo stroller, I am SO glad I decided on this one! I already own the single Graco Quattro Duo stroller and loved it SO much, that I really wanted to stay w/Graco if I could.
At first, I was unsure if the frame looked as sturdy as the one I had because the back wheels aren't as large as my solo Quattro Deluxe. I really put my single stroller through everything, so I wanted to make sure it was built to speed. So, I called Graco's customer service and they explained all the measurements to me so that I could compare, and since wheeling it around town, everything seems alright.
The reason I didn't purchase the more expensive double Graco Quattro Tour Duo was b/c I wasn't sure it was going to fit in the trunk of my Honda Civic '05, I didn't really like the tray attached, and the weight was slightly heavier.
Like my single Graco stroller, I like this one because:
1)I have the snack/cup and full tray available, and a tray for my own goodies.
2)It is easy to steer and manuever ( I can hold my infant and still steer my 30 lb., 2 1/2 year old w/ONE hand!
3)There is roomy storage space underneath.
4)It folds up fairly easy. (sometimes I need to adjust the wheels or fold the front canopy forward.
5)Fits perfectly in the trunk of my '05 Honda Civic.(with a bit of room behind it to spare)
6)Easy enough to lift into my trunk on my own.(I'm petite and not a muscular woman by any means, but any double stroller isn't expected to be light enough)
7)Feels sturdy and secure enough to ride on the sidewalk to dirt pathways.
But, there are a couple things I was disappointed about:
1)Maybe I don't have the movement down, but I always have trouble lifting /undoing my Snugride Infant seat from the rear seat tray area. And putting it IN the stroller can be a pain b/c you have to first make sure the seat is fully reclined, and then slide the carseat all the way to the back of the canopy, and then snap it in while your infant is in the seat. So, it's just a bit tricky, and taxing on your back. And once in place, you have to make sure the handle is at 45 degrees or else your front seated toddler is going to hit his head on the carseat handle.
2)The front seat for my 30lb., 34 1/2" tall, 2 1/2 year old toddler seems small and uncomfortable although he is not complaining about it. If he slouches on the seat, his bottom is already halfway off the seat. And the backrest is not tall enough to completely support his head. (it's about 2"short. My solo Graco's seat was tall enough to support his head and body.)And sometimes I have to prop his feet up on the footstand when he falls asleep.
Overall, I do love this stroller, and it looks WAY more sportier and updated than in this picture on Amazon. The trim is this dotted, checkered looking pattern. So glad I didn't spend the extra $100 on the Quattro Tour Duo! MOney well spent on this one!
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We purchased the duoglider two years ago for our twin boys. We have taken it everywhere, on car trips, on planes, to Disneyland, to the store, to parks, and more. It has been a pretty good stroller for us overall, but it is definitely starting to show signs of wear and tear.
Pros
- will comfortably fit your babies/toddlers. No worries there.
- Good sun shades
- Fairly good storage (see cons)
- Easily folded down and unfolded (with the touch of a button)
- Accepts car seats
- Holds up even with a lot of abuse
- Basket can hold a ton of stuff. I've used it for quick grocery trips several times
- Can be pushed with one hand, though it is getting harder as it gets older and my children get bigger
- A smooth ride; can get over rough terrain fairly easily, without too much bumping
Cons
- Heavy
- Big and cumbersome. I've run into things several times
- Can be difficult to push with the car seats or with heavier children
- Back seat needs two hands to lower it, which can be difficult with babies/toddlers in your arms
- Back seat also only has two positions up or flat
- Storage is difficult to get to when the back seat is fully down. There is a latch system to get to your stuff, but it requires stopping and bending down. Which isn't necessarily a ton of work, but when you are running around with two babies it can seem like it
- Wheels are getting difficult to turn; probably need some WD-40
- The fabric on the shades faded a lot while it was in the back of our car for a while, which makes it look a little tacky
- Can be difficult to turn (all double stroller are, it seems. Can someone fix that and make it affordable?)
- Unless you are really careful when folding, the front tray will get scratched up
- It is difficult to see the kids in their seats without actually coming around to the side.
Overall, it is a good stroller and worth the money. It's fairly sturdy and will hold up, but not forever. I recommend it, but we also have a couple of umbrella strollers and are looking into something that would be better for travel.
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I have a special needs 2 & 1/2 year old who needs to be in a stroller for longs walks or trips to the mall/store. I've also just had a baby. I needed a double stroller to take them both out and after research and price checks, I chose this one. There is plenty of room for my 2 & 1/2 year old in the front and the car seat by Graco fits into the back great. When the new baby is ready, there will be tons of room for him in the back too. It rides nicely and is easy to push and turn. Great product!
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Nothing but good things to say. First is ease of use, opens and closes very easy, however some parts have to be easily removed in order to collapse fully. For a double, it collapses fairly flat, enough to fit nicely behind the 3rd row seats in my car. Opens very easily, and rides extremely smooth. I had to get used to pushing something so long, kind of like driving and old Cadillac, the hood goes on forever. Accommodates my one month old in his car seat and 20 month old on her own nicely. The rear wheel locks are independent of each other, and for lazy people like me, this creates a situation whereby I end up only locking one wheel, if they worked in tandem by some connecting mechanism that would probably be better, again for lazy people like me. For the price, a great acquisition
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This review is from: Graco DuoGlider LX Stroller, Brentwood (Baby Product)
Great deal for the money. I researched this and the Quatro since I have a graco infant seat so I wanted to stick with the same brand. I have a 2 1/2 year old and a 5 month old. It works great for shopping at the mall and rides to the post office.
Pro's:
*Narrow so it fits through doors and aisles well
*I didn't think it was too heavy
*Affordable
*Durable
*Lots of room underneath
Con's:
*Canopy in the rear covers cup holder when pulled all the way back
*Basket underneath doesn't fold down
*Rear seat only has 2 positions Up and Down
*I have a hard time unfolding it...not one handed
*The snack trays have to be snapped on and off
Overall works great for what I need it for. If you have twins I wouldn't recommend if they are older because the rear doens't have a snack tray/cup holder and the front seat is short (wouldn't work for napping.)
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I am so disappointed in this stroller. My twins are now 6 months old. B/G and there is a big weight discrepancy between them. I have had the stroller tip back on me 3 times. At first I thought the added weight of the carriers were contributing. So I went out and bought 3-1 convertible seats for when they are older and installed them rear facing. But it has also happened 2 other times without the carriers. My heart dropped to my stomach each time. The very first time, I didn't have my son buckled in, but I still caught him from the adrenaline rush. Since then I always buckle them in. The seatbelt system is a pain and gets old real quick. It's a five point system, but not like car seats. This stroller may be fine if your twins are close in weight, but one of mine is 15 lbs and the other 22lbs. I have tried the heavier one in the front and back and it still tips. I have been saving up money to get a side-by-side stroller. It gets scratched up easy when you are folding it up. The canopy tends to get stuck under the seat, when you are opening it. The unlocking latch is a serious pain in the rear end. It seems fine in the store, but after using for a few months. I really would NOT recommend this stroller!
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I wouldn't even give this a full star! I loved my single Graco stroller and thought purchasing the DuoGlider would be a great purchase. However, after using it for less then three months, the front left wheels became very stiff and difficult to maneuver. The fabric on the bottom of the stroller also began to tear from being moved in and out of my SUV. The front canopy and tray need to removed whenever folding the stroller and they are a pain to snap back into place. I wish I did my research and am pleased that the store that I purchased this stroller from was more than willing to take it back. I'm a smarter consumer now and I'm looking forward to picking up my new stroller.
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Bought this stroller a few weeks ago and am very pleased with it. It maneuvers very easily and has a lot of space for daiper bag, etc. underneath. The only reason I am giving it 4 stars instead of five is because it's kind of a pain to fold, you have to push the front canopy all the way down first before it will fold properly. Once it does fold, it folds up pretty nicely and doesn't take up a lot of space considering it is a double stroller. It would also be nice if the front tray folded up to make it easier for the child to get in. Overall though this stroller is definately worth the money and the two complaints really aren't that bad, I really just put them in there for people like myself who are buying this online and can't take an in person look at the item before buying it.
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We are currently stationed in Germany, and finding a double stroller is next to impossible. So I was really excited that Amazon shipped it over here. It arrived within a week and it was super easy to put together. We had to go for a walk right away. My toddler loved it and the infant car seat was a snap to snap in. It turns really easy. I purchased it because of the review it has gotten and now I see why it has gotten such great reviews.
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