Mountain Buggy Urban Single Review

What the reviewers like:
The Mountain Buggy Urban Single is praised for its light weight (for an all-terrain stroller), easy maneuverability, and off-road ability. Owners and experts agree that it's dependable and durable. Although it's pricey, it's the highest-rated three-wheeled stroller overall.

What the reviewers don't like:
If you don't plan on off-road hikes or long neighborhood walks, the pricey Mountain Buggy Urban (along with most three-wheeled strollers) doesn't make a lot of sense. Although reviewers say it's better than others, this type of all-terrain stroller isn't as practical as a standard stroller for maneuvering in stores, plus it's bulky and takes up a lot of trunk space.

Mountain Buggy Urban Single review highlights

Although it's expensive, reviewers say the three-wheeled Mountain Buggy Urban all-terrain stroller is excellent on trails, gravel or sidewalks (it’s not meant for jogging). Its swiveling front wheel makes for easier maneuvering, but the wheel can be locked for better off-road stability. The 22-pound Mountain Buggy Urban has a height-adjustable handle and big storage basket. What sets it apart from most other three-wheeled strollers is its fully reclining seat, which makes it appropriate for newborns. Although strollers like the In Step Safari (*est. $130), the Mountain Buggy Urban is the highest-rated all-terrain stroller.

The Mountain Buggy Urban Single is reviewed thoroughly by three outstanding sources: Consumer Reports, Baby-Gaga.com and StrollersAndPrams.com, which all test out this three-wheeled all-terrain stroller. The Mountain Buggy Urban is also discussed by a handful of owners posting to Epinions, and is discussed in the popular baby-gear book Baby Bargains.

Also see full report: Jogging Strollers

*In order of credibility (see our Ratings Criteria).

1. Baby-Gaga.com
Mountain Buggy Urban Single
Editors of Baby-Gaga.com

In this thorough review, the editors of Baby-Gaga.com call the Mountain Buggy a "standout product" for its durable build, all-terrain ability, light weight and ease of folding, but also point out that's it's expensive and not meant for jogging.

2. Consumer Reports
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Strollers
Editors of Consumer Reports
Oct. 2007

In its latest roundup, Consumer Reports tests the Mountain Buggy Urban single against seven other all-terrrain strollers. Ratings are assigned based on ease of use, maneuverability and other aspects.

3. StrollersandPrams.com
Mountain Buggy Urban Single
Editors of StrollersAndPrams.com

In this thorough review, illustrated with pictures, StrollersAndPrams.com gives the Mountain Buggy high marks for its all-terrain ability, easy one-hand steering, comfortable seat and easy fold. However, the editors point out that the seat is a bit shallow and separately bought accessories add to the already high price.

4. Baby Bargains
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Jogging and Sport Strollers
Denise & Alan Fields
7th Edition, 2007

In a section on jogging strollers and all-terrain strollers, editors discuss the merits of the Mountain Buggy Urban Single, along with competing models.

5. Epinions
Mountain Buggy Urban Single Reviews
Contributors to Epinions

Most of the half-dozen or so owners posting here give the Mountain Buggy Urban high marks, but some comment that it's heavy, bulky to store, and expensive.

Also see full report: Jogging Strollers

Mountain Buggy Urban Single Review