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Baby Jogger City Select
A solid, if expensive, single-to-double stroller
- Easy single-to-double conversion
- Versatile
- Superior quality and durability
- Plentiful storage
- Heavy
- Bulky when folded
- No standing fold
- Expensive
There has been substantial buzz over the Baby Jogger City Select. The stroller is one of the newest in the emerging single-to-double stroller market. Single-to-double strollers offer more versatility than traditional double strollers and reviewers say that the Baby Jogger City Select is no exception. When used as a double stroller, the unconventional design allows the two seats to be arranged in 16 different configurations. Reviewers say that this is an unexpected benefit -- children can be arranged based on preferences, but also based on their mood. Children in a combative mind state can be faced back to back to eliminate fighting, but can face one another when feeling more playful. Plus, it is one of the only strollers on the market that can accommodate two car seats, making it a good choice for parents with newborn twins.
The stroller earns points from reviewers for its durable, high-quality frame. According to reviewers, the stroller has ample storage for parents, seats are roomy and the canopies are height-adjustable to accommodate taller children. The City Select stroller also provides a very smooth ride for kids. Twelve-inch back tires are slightly larger than traditional double stroller wheels and the front wheels can be locked to help ease the stroller over rough terrain. When used as a single stroller, the City Select receives very little negative feedback. However, as a double, the stroller is very heavy, weighing 34 pounds before adding your kids. The length of the stroller also makes it difficult to turn tight corners or maneuver in small spaces, say reviewers. Buyers also note that the City Select is expensive, and while they say the stroller is of high quality, the $500 base model comes with virtually no accessories. Rain covers must be bought separately, for example, and cost $45 each (two are needed if the stroller is being used as a double). Similar single-to-double strollers, such as the phil&teds Explorer (*Est. $480 plus $90 doubles kit) are comparable in price, but have less expensive accessories.
Since its introduction in 2010, there have been several reviews of the Baby Jogger City Select stroller from both professional publications and user-generated sources. Formal reviews, such as those by Babble.com, BabyGizmo.com and AOL's ParentDish.com, tend to be more positive than owner reviews. These sources tout the stroller's unique design, quality and durability. Owner reviews -- while also overwhelmingly positive -- do better highlight the drawbacks of the City Select. Owners note that, thanks to its 34-pound frame, the stroller can be heavy when used as a double.
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1. Babble.com
The Baby Jogger City Select is judged the best double stroller overall in this test. Editors say that maneuverability and versatility make this stroller the clear winner. Reviewers also select eight additional top models for more specific stroller categories such as affordability, luxury and light weight. Strollers were tested with three children ranging from 5 months to 3 years old in urban and rural environments.
Review: Babble Best 2010: Double Strollers, Editors of Babble.com
Hollie Schultz, founder of RatedByMom.com and BabyGizmo.com, is known for her detailed video stroller reviews. Schultz says the Baby Jogger City Select is one of the most interesting new strollers on the market. She praises its unique design, saying that it is ideal for keeping children happy no matter their mood - they can face each other or can be seated back-to-back to help mediate any fighting between children. Schultz's one complaint is that the seat adaptors are only available with the purchase of the double conversions kit. This means that for a parent who has an older child and a newborn who would use a car seat or bassinet, the second seat must be purchased in order to receive the necessary adaptors.
Review: Spotlight Product Review: Baby Jogger City Select, Hollie Schultz, Jan. 17, 2010
Editors of People magazine's Celebrity Baby Blog review many of top-selling strollers. There is, however, little transparency as to the testing methods employed for these reviews. Additionally, the site does little comparison between strollers, making it difficult to determine which strollers are the top rated by editors. The Baby Jogger City Select does earn high praise from the editors, with the ease in which the stroller converts from a single to double being the most touted feature.
Review: Review: Baby Jogger City Select, Editors of Celebrity Baby Blog, March 28, 2010
ParentDish.com features more than 30 reviews of the top strollers, though by what process the strollers are reviewed is not apparent. Reviewer Erin Renzas concludes that the Baby Jogger City Select is ideal for parent looking for a stroller that grows with a family. The stroller earns praise for its versatility, smooth ride and storage space. However, Renzas says that the stroller is heavy and can be bulky when folded.
Review: Stroller Review: Baby Jogger City Select 2010, Erin Renzas, April 7, 2010
5. Examiner.com
Writer Rachel Ostrander tests this stroller with her two small children. The Baby Jogger City Select receives a rave review, with Ostrander noting the stroller's superior durability and its compact frame. She does note that the stroller can be slightly harder to push when used as a double with larger children, but says that the positives far outweigh the stroller's drawbacks.
Review: Baby Jogger City Select Makes Light Work out of Two Kids, Rachel Ostrander, July 30, 2010
Five strollers are featured, though there is no rating system, so it is difficult to compare strollers. The Baby Jogger City Select is touted for its easy single-to-double conversion, but the parents writing these reviews say the lack of a full recline makes it difficult for riders to nap and that the stroller's length and weight are definite drawbacks.
Review: The Best Double Strollers of 2010, Editors of CanadianFamily.ca, July 2010
GrowingYourBaby.com offers thorough, comprehensive stroller reviews by moms. Staff writer Kiersten Carlson tested the Baby Jogger City Select over a period of three months with her four children, ages 5 months to 5 years. She praises the stroller for its ample storage, versatility and its ability to keep all children comfortable, including the 5-year-old, though the seat was a bit small. The stroller earns high remarks, but she does say that when loaded with two children and day-to-day essentials, it can be difficult to maneuver. The weight and length of the stroller can make it difficult to push and control.
Review: Featured Review: The Baby Jogger City Select, Kiersten Carlson, Oct. 21, 2010
8. Fit PregnancyDetails/Subscribe
FitPregnancy magazine recommends the Baby Jogger City Select in its 2010 buyer's guide. The publication does not provide details of how the stroller was tested or selected. Details on the stroller are also limited.
Review: Ultra Convertible, Dana Sullivan, April 2010
Buzzillions.com compiles reviews from retailers such as BabiesRUs.com, Target.com and REI.com. There are fewer reviews for the Baby Jogger City Select than for other high-end strollers, but it performs overwhelmingly well in owner reviews. Nearly every reviewer rates the stroller 5 out of 5 stars. Owners praise the stroller's flexibility, smooth ride, plentiful storage and durability.
Review: Baby Jogger City Select Single Stroller Reviews, Contributors to Buzzillions.com
10. Amazon.com
Amazon.com features more than 30 user reviews of this stroller. Most reviews of the Baby Jogger City Select are positive, citing similar pros as many other sources. Owners appreciate the unique design, ample storage and high quality of the stroller. However, about half of the owners do note major drawbacks to the stroller, particularly focusing on the stroller's heft and lack of accessories.
Review: Baby Jogger City Select Single Stroller, Contributors to Amazon.com
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