 Economical and Safe Double Jogger |
| Review Date: April 30, 2007 |
| Reviewer: R. Haney, |
We were looking for a double stroller that was 1) under $300, 2) was side-by-side, 3) had individual, adjustable seats, 4) a swivel front wheel 5) good shock system, 6) a sun canopy, 7) a storage area under the stroller, 8) easy fold-up ability, 9) durable material (in decent colors) and easy one-handed maneuverability (jogging with dog and children in tow).
We got everything we asked for with the Schwinn Free Wheeler 2 Double Jogger. Some added bonuses include 1) side-by-side double joggers are bulky and usually very heavy for one person to collapse and throw in a car, or store in the garage, but this one is a one handed collapse and collapses to about a one foot width. It is light and easy to pick-up (even for a 140 lb pregnant woman) 2) there is a small storage sack and wrist band that comes with the stroller. The storage sack goes in the handle bar area and the wristband is included as a safety precaution if the stroller gets away from you, it is still attached to your wrist. 3) the brake is fantastic! We have a very steep driveway and locking it to close the garage is of no concern. It has a sturdier locking mechanism than our Maclaren single stroller.
I am not an easily persuaded buyer and if you check my history, I don't take the time to review often. This stroller deserved the time and energy to tell others about it's A+ness!
Added side note: Please always have your children wear helmets while you jog! If they don't make a helmet small enough for your child, they are too small for a jogger. |
Excellent in all areas
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| Review Date: May 27, 2008 |
| Reviewer: A. Nino Vitale, |
| We have 4 boys and with a 2.5 year old and a 3 month old, Mom wanted out of the house for walks during the day while I'm at work. Well, this fits the bill. Excellent, well designed, comfortable and light weight. One reviewer mentioned it doesn't lock. Either something is wrong with her particular unit or she doesn't have the locks all the way down. When ours is locked, it's not coming undone. And it has a one hand, slide and squeeze for easy folding. fits through 36 inch doors and you can free wheel or the locking pin in the front is great to hold the wheel straight and use as a jogger. I would HIGHLY recommend this to anyone looking for a double. Oh, we always have problems with the sun, this one comes far enough out to keep the sun out of their eyes, even when they are laying down. Large bike type air wheels make bumps smoother, even on gravel. And the removable seats are cusioned and easy to throw in the washer. Easy removal. GREAT GREAT Product! And we have lots of experience, this being our 4th stroller. |
Schwinn Free Wheeler 2
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| Review Date: January 18, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Soccer Mom, Seattle, WA USA |
| This is a great stroller. I get LOTS of inquiries about this when I am out and about. It's VERY easy to push and maneuver. I love the swivel front wheel, and I use the lock mechanism for walks/jogs. I would really like to see a hand brake, but the wrist strap on this model is definitely helpful for hills and rollerblading. The seats are easy to adjust, great pockets and cup holder. The sun shade is upgraded to a curve, which is really great. It's a little bit tough to collapse, but not too bad. It fits into the back of my minivan fairly well. GREAT value for the price, and it's definitely a step up from the regular model. |
7 month old preemie and big 4 year old
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| Review Date: September 23, 2007 |
| Reviewer: L&E's Mom, Chesterfield, VA United States |
| I needed a stroller for exercising (walking, not much running) that would fit my 12 lb preemie 7 month old and my 49 lb 43" tall 4 year old. I love this stroller. We have had it for a month and it drives the best of any of my strollers even with a 40 lb difference between the seats. My daughter is tall, but a small pillow tucked under her head makes her comfortable where the seat doesn't quite come up high enough. Her legs fit just fine and it is comfortably wide for her. The seat when completely upright still reclines enough for her to sit unrestrained without me worrying she will fall out, yet is upright enough for her to enjoy the ride and view. The curved sunshade allows clearance for my daughter's head, it could be deeper, but a small recieving blanket helps create enough shade at certain angles of the sun. I was very concerned over paying for a stroller when we were so close to weight restrictions, but it was so worth it. My kids are comfortable and I am able to get out and walk off those extra baby pounds! |
My preschool children are comfortable and goes easily through doors.
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| Review Date: January 30, 2009 |
| Reviewer: P. Bunnell, Redlands, CA |
I researched this stroller choice so thoroughly! As all moms know, a stroller can make or break an outing!!! I actually got up the guts to ask people at Disneyland how they liked their strollers and after much research chose this one.
It is a beauty! It didn't disappoint when it arrived!!!
Stroller Size:
My 2yo dd is 38" and 37lbs my 4yo ds is 40" and 38lbs. They fit very comfortably. My daughter actually cries when we take her out. They perfer sitting in it to watch TV! They have room to grow wider and taller without any troubles. Others mentioned the bar and the tilt of the seats being a problem for their children, my had no trouble at all!
***IT FITS THROUGH A REGULAR DOOR WITH NO PROBLEM AT ALL!*** It is larger when folded, but that is typical.
Stroller Performance:
It steers like a dream, much easier than my front and back stroller and much easier than my side by side umbrella stroller. I cannot feel the children's weight at all and jogging behind it was not difficult.
Pockets:
All of the pockets are a little on the small side, but suitable for daily use. Each of the children's seats have a small drink holder on one side and a very small snack pocket on other. The soft parent console is suitable for keys, a phone and a water bottle. It may be dangerous to use with a hot drink though. Each seat has a small pocket on the back and the under the seat pocket is suitable size.
I am very happy with my choice of stroller. I hope this review helps your decision making.
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Great Stroller
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| Review Date: January 18, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Pingu, Austin, TX |
| We love it. It is easy to push around. The kids seem to be comfortable (I did put a small towel under the seats so the kids can sit at a more upright position.) Easy to close and open. It takes up a lot of space in the van but it is expected. We have enjoy it very much. For the price we paid for, it is a great stroller. |
Great stroller--reasonable price!
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| Review Date: February 23, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Jessica Glenn, Jacksonville, Florida |
| This stroller is great!!! I researched double joggers for quite some time and did not have a big budget for some of the higher-priced ones, but did find that this one got great reviews. I just received it in the mail a few days ago and let me tell you--I love to go walking now! I can put both my kids in it (ages 2 1/2 years and 5 months) and no longer have to put my 5-month-old in the Snugli carrier. Also, it makes walking my dog easier, he just walks right next to it. It has a nice, smooth ride, and barely feels like I am pushing any weight. It folds up nicely and fits into my SUV perfectly (a Honda Pilot). It also has a little soft console for water bottles, keys, etc. The canopy is nice and large and covers them from the sun. My kids really enjoy riding in it, it is roomy and has great 5-point harness restraints. The ONLY drawback I can see is the angle of the seats...I have them reclined forward as far as they will go and they are still at an angle where my kids seem to be lounging back. My 5-month old does not mind; however, my toddler gets antsy sometimes and wants to sit up. For the most part, though, they are content for the entire ride and don't try to sit up. This stroller is perfect for fast-paced walking or strolling around. It is probably also good at the mall or other places, but I know after about 45-60 minutes of sitting back my toddler will reach her limit and want to get out! Luckily, I have a different stroller for those occasions!!! I highly recommend this stroller--you don't have a spend a fortune to get a great stroller! |
I can't believe it fits!
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| Review Date: June 25, 2007 |
| Reviewer: J. Jurasin, WA |
| I've been using this stroller almost daily for one month and absolutely love it! I have a 2yr old and a 2mo old who are both comfortable in it. I know it's not marketed for infants this young but because the sits are so reclined, he rests perfectly comfortable and seems safe. The adjustable sun shade is very handy and to prevent the "flopping" one other reviewer mentioned, just tighten the screws where the shade attaches. I use this stroller primarily for one hour daily walks on a rural road that's too bumpy for a "city stroller". We did however take it with us on a trip recently and couldn't believe how EASILY it FIT in the trunk of our 2001 Honda Accord ALONG WITH 3 large bags! While my husband was in meetings, I took the boys shopping and was amazed to find it FIT in all the stores, a DRESSING ROOM, AND A VERY SMALL COFFEE SHOP! It ended up raining too and the shade was generous enough to keep the boys mostly dry. The only minor complaint I have is that even with the shade all the way back, there is still a couple inch gap where, if the sun is behind us, can shine in on the baby's head. Overall, very nice stroller for moderate price! |
Awesome Stroller
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| Review Date: January 5, 2007 |
| Reviewer: MellMed, south florida |
| Love Love Love! It is easy to manuver and extremly light weight. I have a two year old and six month od and they both are extremely comfortable for long excursions. |
GREAT FOR TRAVELING, EVEN AT AIRPORTS!
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| Review Date: September 7, 2008 |
| Reviewer: V. Castagna, Ancona, Italy |
We have had this stroller for over a year now and we bring it everywhere. The swivel front wheel makes all the difference in the world; turns on a dime! The price makes this stroller especially attractive. I bought this primarily for long walks on all sorts of different terrain with my 4 and 3 1/2 yo girls. It's been perfect. My girls have adjusted to the reclining seats by sitting forward, reclining when they want to sleep. My husband loves it because when we go out, we need to bring only one stroller. Our girls love riding together. I love it when I'm alone and I don't have to worry about both girls going in different directions! I'm always amazed at how perfectly it fits through doorways and tight spots (Schwinn did their homework). Walked all over Rome and the girls did just fine. We travel often as a family so having the girls sitting in the stoller while going through airports is a big safety plus. To make it easy to transport it between airports and public transportation, we use one of those long luggage straps that we can wrap around it to make it as compact as possible and that it stays closed when having to rush to catch a train or a bus. We have yet to encounter an obstacle that we haven't been able to get around. It's a handsome, sporty stroller. I'm able to fit it in the trunk of my tiny car (a 1987 Renault 4) by taking off the back wheels, which are easy to put on and take off in a second. Love the reflective strips that makes you visible from the front and from behind. It's enough to tighten the screws if the brake lever doesn't remain up. Using some kind of cover will adjust for any sun that the large shade does not cover (come to think of it, I need to buy a waterproof blanket for when it rains; that would put the cherry on top!) You will not find any complaints here. My 4 yo just turned 5 and the stroller is still good to go! Will definitely use it to its max. Honey, can we buy another one :-)
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Great Stroller
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| Review Date: May 20, 2007 |
| Reviewer: S. Nissen, St. Augustine, FL |
| I have a 2 month old son and 14 month old daughter and we all love this stroller! I use it in the neighborhood a few times a week and the kids are so comfortable they usually fall asleep within the first few minutes. Also, we live near the beach and go for walks each weekend - it's awesome on the sand, easy to push and the sun canopy is large enough to provide enough shade. I do use a lot of sunscreen on the kids' feet though! We do have to take the wheels off to fit it in the trunk of our sedan but after a few times it becomes quite easy and just part of the routine. I'm amazed at how easy it is to push over sand, grass and any type of terrain that any other stroller would get stuck in. Worth every penny. |
Great Price, Great Stroller!!
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| Review Date: April 10, 2008 |
| Reviewer: M. Slawson, Central Coast, CA |
| I love this stroller. I read the reviews left by other people and some seem to complain about the seats not being at a 90 degree angle when all the way up, and about the shade canopy. I myself did not experience the dis-satisfaction that they did. When I opened the stroller box and assembled the stroller I found that there was instructions attached to the shade canopy which stated that the screws might need to be tightened. Mine did not, but I assume that the others strollers probably came with the same instructions. And my seats do sit at almost 90 degrees when fully erect. I definately reccomend this stroller to anyone who need a double stroller. It is light, easy to fold up and turns on a dime. Well worth every penny and alot cheaper than some of those other strollers. |
Good for 3 kids too!
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| Review Date: September 22, 2008 |
| Reviewer: GGL, Milford, MA USA |
| I've loved this stroller for the past 2 seasons with my 2 kids (24 months apart.) Now that the third one has arrived, I've fully realized the greatness of this stroller. The baby and the 2 year old sit side by side and when my 4 year old gets tired of walking he sits on the footguard and rides too! Sure it isn't the most comfortable spot in the world and I bet Schwinn wouldn't recommend it, but it sure gets the job done. My biggest boy thinks it is cool up there and we've been all over Boston with all 3 kids at once. This functionality is worth it's weight in gold! |
Love This Stroller!
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| Review Date: February 7, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Holly Hafen, Beaver, UT USA |
| I bought this stroller after weeks of research, and reading reviews from many websites online. I had an older instep 5K double which I had pretty much run into the ground over the years. I am a walker, who frequently logs between 4-5 miles per day. I have a very tall 5 year old (she is almost the size of her 8 year old brother), who frequenly has to ride in the stroller. I also have a 3 year old, of average size and height, and am expecting baby #4 this summer. My very tall girl fits great in this stroller. She has plenty of room above her head to accomidate her height. The seat backs are not super tall, but this has not been an issue for us, as she never sleeps in the stroller. The stroller is by far the nicest one I have owned. I love the swivel wheel and the built in weather sheild. I was also pleasently surprised by the little pockets inside the seats for a small bag of snacks, a pacifier, or a small toy, that my children have access to. The seats have nice, padded, washable inserts, that I'm confident will provide a comfy environment for my newborn. I have also noticed that the footrest is actually big enough for a third child to sit on, if they are able to keep their legs up. We had to do this one time on a hill when my daughter had been walking, but needed a rest and both my seats were full. I probably won't make a habit of it, but it works in a pinch. I carry a lot of gear. The parent console bag is nice for things like sunglasses and water, but my oversized wallet doesn't quite fit, so I have found that I can put it through the little gap behind the canopy, and I store it behind the top of the seatback, which has a little mesh screen. I feel like this is a secure place for it, and I always know where it is. Also, the wheels on this stroller are extra wide and great for our area, where there are very few sidewalks. They seem a lot more durable than my older wheels, which were constantly getting puncture weeds in them. I have not had a flat tire yet, and have been using the stroller for almost a month. LOVE this stroller! |
Great Smooth Rider
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| Review Date: May 22, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Lisa M. Donnelly, Lake Lehman, PA |
| I was looking for a double jog stroller to accommodate my [...]. I have been away from running for a couple years now and was particularly interested in a swivel front wheel for easy turning ability. This was just what I was looking for! In addition, what I love is the smooth ride over all types of surfaces. I like to run on a country road by our house and the surface shifts from gravel to pavement to grassy areas and this stroller handles it all and well! I hope to put on many miles with my boys, myself and my great Schwinn job stroller. |
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