
I spent LOTS of time reading reviews and trying out strollers in stores, in order to find a great stroller. I don't normally post reviews, but spent so much time on this decision (which I'm very happy with), that I thought I should share my experience. My 2009 Uppa just came yesterday; even though I haven't had it very long, I'm already in love! I live in an urban area and wanted a stroller that I could take everywhere--walks to the store, on errands, etc. and hold up on city streets. It was also important to me to have one that has a rear-facing possibility, as recent studies have suggested that this is important for language development.
I'm 7 months pregnant and it was very easy to put together--all of the parts just snapped in, so I didn't have any trouble figuring out whether I was doing it correctly, or tightening screws well enough. The instructions had detailed photos and were very easy to follow.
I knew the storage basket was big, but it's even bigger than I had remembered. Very accessible too. The stroller converts very easily between the bassinet seat (which I think I may use as an actual bassinet when baby is little) and the toddler seat (which can face either direction). A red indicator turns green when you've successfully snapped the seat in, too, for further peace of mind.
At first, I couldn't figure out how to fold the stroller, but once I figured it out, it's very easy. The only trouble is that there's no good place to hold it once it's folded. I don't plan on having to carry it folded very often, as I walk just about everywhere and won't need to take it in and out of my trunk very often.
I also seriously considered the Peg Perego Skate and the Uppa Vista 2008 strollers. In the end, the Skate was just too heavy. Also, I like the convenience of an actual basket, rather than worrying about tying down groceries with a bungee cord. Finally, the bassinet liner to the skate isn't included and the actual seat lining isn't machine washable (unlike the uppa). The 2008 uppa was a close second for me, but I liked the added features of the 09 model (especially the spf popout sun canopy, which is gigantic and wonderful) and the soft organic bedding in the bassinet. I also like having the possibility of adding a rumble seat to the uppa down the road, to get more years out of it.
I think I've finally found the perfect urban stroller!
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