Maclaren Triumph

Reviewers say the Maclaren Triumph is an excellent lightweight umbrella stroller. Owners posting to review sites give it high marks for style, fold and maneuverability. The Triumph also does well in professional reviews, where experts say it strikes a nice balance between weight and features. Maclaren also offers the basic non-reclining Volo (*Est. $130), which is top-rated among umbrella strollers. For a budget choice, some parents say they're just as happy with the inexpensive Evenflo XSport (*Est. $50), especially as a second stroller for indoor use.

Overall, Maclaren rules reviews when it comes to this type of lightweight umbrella stroller. The Triumph, like other Maclaren strollers, has a one-year warranty and a maximum child weight capacity of 55 pounds. Cheaper strollers have shorter warranties -- a clue to overall durability -- and lower weight limits. For example, the cheaper Evenflo XSport has a maximum weight capacity of just 40 pounds.

The best review of the Maclaren Triumph umbrella stroller comes from "Baby Bargains," an excellent baby gear book from consumer advocates Denise and Alan Fields. "Baby Bargains" is well-researched and comprehensive, covering all the major stroller brands available in the U.S. Baby-Gaga.com has a useful editorial review of the Triumph based on an assessment of owner feedback. Owners themselves are also a good source of stroller reviews, especially since parents often have experience with more than one stroller and are eager to point out the strengths and weaknesses of each. We found the best user reviews at Amazon.com, Epinions.com and the U.K.'s ReviewCentre.com.