Solid Performance; does the job well
September 1, 2020
Little perks that made my day include the small open pocket on the interior of the stroller, the extra-large canopy, the large storage underneath the stroller, and the small zippered pocket at the back of the stroller by the handlebar, perfect for my house keys. On our most recent adventure to the park, my son tucked his water bottle and snack cup into the pockets, I stashed my cell phone and keys into the zippered pocket, stashed our lunch in the cargo basket, and off we went!
The big seller for me with the BOB Gear Alterrain Jogging Stroller was the one-handed close to and the fact that when closed, it's self-standing. Many strollers I've tried swear that they are self-standing, but they aren't really. This one does! Also, though BOB doesn't say anything about it, the stroller is high enough off the ground that my older son can comfortably sit in the front when he's tired of walking / riding his bike with me.
Not so great the pressure in the tires was supposed to be ready to go, but it was not enough for us. I'm glad I checked the pressure before setting out on a long adventure. Also, the hand-brake was really uncomfortable to use - I can see getting blisters with prolonged use. The stroller itself is not light-weight and even fully collapsed it takes up a great deal of my trunk space. I'm not surprised - the stroller is quite roomy and designed to keep children comfortable while I exercise, but it's something to think about when planning trips. Lastly, I'm used to being able to jog one-handed, and this stroller is a little difficult for me to steer one-handed.
My Wishlist would include a little more mesh in the seating area. My boys run hot, and there's not a ton of airflow with the canopy covering them. I'll be clipping a fan to the stroller, but it would be great to have a little more mesh.
Overall I really like this stroller. I know that the not-so-greats seem longer, but it's because I'm nitpicking. If you're looking for a stroller that will keep your child comfortable while you get a walk / jog / run in, this is a great option.
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this stroller in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
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