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Best Stroller With Rubber Wheels

When the weather outside gets cold and snowy, it’s all too easy to just snuggle on the sofa and binge-watch mindless TV. But if your baby stroller has good rubber wheels, you have the courage to bundle up, strap your baby in, and conquer the slushy wintry outdoors like a champ. But which is the best stroller with rubber wheels out there? Which option truly deserves your budget’s attention and love?

It turns out there’s quite a few strollers that come with snow and slush-defying rubber wheels. And while not every one of these recommended options is cheap, some are quite pocket-friendly.

With any of the strollers reviewed in this post, nothing will ever stop you going outside, baby in tow. Not even nasty, snowy winter days.

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1. Safest and Best-Overall Rubber-Wheel Stroller: UPPAbaby Ridge Stroller

The UPPAbaby is another rubber wheel stroller to consider. It’s an upper-end option, even pricier than the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0. But is it any better? Let’s see.

Stroller Seat, Stroller Weight, and Weight Limit

rubber wheel stroller

At this price point, I expected a really well-padded seat, and this product didn’t disappoint. Couple this generous padding with the stroller’s responsive suspension, and no baby would find it hard to nap during rides. This seat offers multiple recline positions for maximum comfort. And the recline mechanism works effortlessly.

This stroller is recommended for kids up to 55 pounds. But the stroller itself is pretty heavy at 43 pounds, the heaviest option on this list. Perhaps the added disc brakes account for the added weight.

Wheel Type and Quality

The wheels look like small bike wheels complete with a really grippy tread pattern. Unlike the other options here, the UPPAbaby Ridge Stroller’s wheels are full of foam. These foam wheels offer decent suspension, and most importantly, they never get flats. And you never need to inflate them.

The front wheel swivels, as expected. What’s more, there’s a hand-adjustable tracker so you can have safe, stable rides every time.

Braking Systems: Handbrakes + Parking Brake

Unlike all the other options here, the UPPAbaby Ridge Stroller offers two braking systems, making it the winner in the safety department. This stroller uses a sophisticated disc brake that’s quite unlike those drum-style brakes found in many jogging strollers.

This disc-style brake is operated via handbrakes on the handlebar and help you slow down when going down hills for increased safety.

Then there’s a foot brake/parking brake, too. There’s a lever on each side of the stroller, one green and the other red, and they’re flip-flop friendly.

Suspension, Storage Basket, and Water Bottle Holder

Suspension is really good, and it self-adjusts to your child’s weight. Coupled with wheel suspension, this suspension system gives you and your adventure buddy really smooth glides.

The storage basket is reasonably large, and it’s accessible from the top and is really well-designed. It doesn’t look like an afterthought at all. The basket is fully covered and to access it, you need to lift off a flap on the top. The basket is easily accessible from the back.

The sides of the seat offers two small pockets and there’s 2 more in the back of the basket,. You won’t loose any of those small, easy-to-lose items. Still want more storage space? The adjustable canopy features a zippered pocket.

There’s one more thing: this UPPAbaby stroller comes with a water bottle holder clipped onto the side of the stroller. And the basket features reflective details from added visibility and safety.

Car Seat Compatibility

This stroller is compatible with the following infant car seats: UPPAbaby MESA infant car seat, Nuna, Cybex, and Maxi Cosi. You can also attach a bassinet, not that you want to be running around with your 3-month old.

If you have a bassinet from your UPPAbaby Vista stroller, it’s compatible with the Ridge. You need car seat adapter for this which the product doesn’t come with.

Adjustable Canopy

You can easily adjust the rain canopy and extend it. To do this, simply unzip the canopy at the back and pull the front forward and down. If the weather is a little too warm outside, you can always open the two ventilation panels on the canopy. There’s an extra ventilation panel on the back of the stroller seat.

This canopy (as are all canopies) is made of water-repellent materials so your baby can stay warm and cozy.

How to Fold the UPPAbaby Ridge Stroller: This One Stands On Its Own

This is the easiest-to-fold option on this list. To fold the UPPAbaby Ridge stroller:

  • Engage the brakes.
  • Extend the handlebar to the tallest position.
  • Lift off the footrest.
  • Twist and pull the gray folding button that hides under the footrest to activate the fold.
  • You may also detach the rear wheels if you like for an even more compact fold.
  • Unfolding the stroller is just as easy.

Extendable rain cover with ventilations

Pros

  • A really sturdy and durable jogging stroller
  • Large, suspension-increasing foam wheels that never go flat
  • Adjustable tracker for better-controlled rides
  • Easy to access basket + lots of extra storage
  • `Water bottle holder on the side
  • Dual braking system: a hand-operated disc brake and a foot brake
  • Extendable rain cover with ventilations
  • Super easy to fold and unfold
  • Multiple recline positions
  • Stands on its own

Cons

  • Definitely not cheap

Final verdict: A premium quality stroller from a great brand. Its dual braking system makes it the safest bet. Plus it stands on its own once you collapse it. For these reasons, I picked this option as the best stroller with rubber wheels. It’s also one of the best snow strollers on the market today.

2.Best Glide: Bob Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller

The BOB Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 is BOB’s most popular jogging stroller. And the BOB brand that makes it is one of the best stroller brads as far as jogging strollers. This brand is even better than the 20-year-old Thule brand whose populari0ty’s grown in leaps and bounds over the years.

But at $500-ish, the Bob Gear Revolution Flex 3.0 isn’t the cheapest deal out there, but it’s still reasonably affordable. We decided to invest in this baby stroller, and it’s been a life saver.

sturdy stroller with rubber wheels

I hike with it, walk with it, and ride it through the snow when wintertime comes around. Its large rubber wheels give really smooth rides, much smoother rides than any BOB stroller or any other stroller could ever give me and my baby. The wheels are relatively wide than most, too, and that makes rolling through slush and mud a tad easier.

How Heavy is the Bob Revolution 3.0?

At 28.5 pounds, the BOB Revolution is heavy, but slightly lighter than the Graco FastAction Fold Travel System. All running and jogging strollers are heavy and bulky. And the BOB revolution is no exception.

But this doesn’t mean you can’t use it as your everyday stroller. You can, just don’t go seeing Disney with it because thieves like expensive strollers! For this use, consider investing in a $20 umbrella stroller. In case you’re interested, here’s a few tips to help you prevent stroller theft at Disney.

Are You Sure Your Trunk is Roomy Enough for It?

This thing folds big, and you want to be sure your truck or storage is big enough for it. If you’re not sure you have enough room in the trunk, be sure to buy this stroller from a store with a generous return policy. Alternatively, drive to the store and and try fitting it into that space before buying.

A Generously Padded Seat

Previous versions of the BOB Flex Revolution came with seats that didn’t sit upright, but that’s not an issue with this stroller. It comes with a well padded seat and an equally comfortable 5-point safety harness that secures easily and stays intact once you buckle baby in. By the way this seat’s weight limit is 75 pounds.

However, it’s easy for little busy hands to work the buckle and loosen things up, wiggle out of the harness and God knows what could happen! So, keep an eye on your little one while out there jogging.

I like that the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 offers limitless seat recline. You only need one hand to get the seat to recline as much as you want. All you have to is squeeze a little magical button and make the recline adjustment your baby needs.

The leg rest stays stationary, and it comes amply padded and rubberized for longevity and comfort. Unfortunately, the seat isn’t removable. Spot-cleaning it is the only option.

You can accessorize this stroller with a snack try for your baby, but you probably don’t need it. Because on the side of the seat there are mesh pockets that hold everything from toys to sippy cups and snacks.

Adjustable Canopy

The canopy adjusts nicely, and a well-ventilated vinyl pekaboo window lets you keep a watchful on the little one. However, this canopy bunch up a bit and bigger kids tend to touch the inner side with their heads. Luckily, you can solve this bunchy situation through working the pull cords.

The storage basket is large enough, plus there’s 2 extra pockets in the back of the basket so you can organize your stuff better. And a large pocket made of mesh at the back of the seat offers even more storage. These additional pockets are upgrades from the BOB Revolution Flex 2.0.

Folding the Bob Revolution Flex 3.0

This isn’t a one-hand or single-step fold. Nor does it fold small and compact. It’s a jogging stroller, after all. Here’s how to fold the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 Jogging Stroller:

  • Push each of the two little release levers found on the foam handlebar. This action gets 50% of the stroller collapsing job done.
  • Pull the folding loop located on the back of the seat to complete the fold.
  • Finally, use the strap on the stroller to lock it into position.

Car Seat Compatibility of the Bob Revolution Flex

You can click an infant car seat into this stroller, and it’s compatible with infant car seats from Britax, Chicco, and Peg Pelego. The seat isn’t provided, though. And you need to buy a car seat adapter as well. Learn how to install the infant car seat correctly to ensure safety. There are straps you MUST connect when installing the car seat.

*While you can attach an infant car seat, it’s unwise to run with a baby who’s younger than 8 months.

Brakes and Adjustable Handlebar

The brake is found in the middle of the rear axle. It’s easy to use, effective, and foot-friendly. If you want hand brakes for better controlled rides at speed, get the significantly pricier BOB Gear Alterrain Pro.

The handlebars have an ergonomic design and feel like really good quality. Foam feels more comfortable than rubber, and it never gives your hands blisters.

Also, the handlebar is height adjustable. If you and your spouse/SO are of different heights, you can adjust handle height so each person can ride this thing comfortably.

BOB decided to position the runaway wrist strap on the right side of the handlebar probably because most people are right-hand dominant. If you’re left-hand dominant, you likely won’t enjoy tying the strap to your weaker hand.

Wheels and Suspension

The BOB Revolution’s rubber wheels are large and wide, and the stroller has a wide wheelbase for increased stability. And the front one swivels. Read this resource from BOB to learn how to detach the front wheel of the BOB Revolution Flex and put it back on safely. Because several cases of the front wheel’s quick-release mechanism acting up have been reported.

Instead of metal spokes that rust or break, the BOB Revolution 3.0 comes with rubberized spokes. Another thing that makes the BOB Flex Revolution really stand out is the drag-correction tracking knobs on the front wheel.

When you lock the wheel into running/jogging position, these tracks help prevent the stroller from pulling to one side. If you’ve ever pushed a cheaper jogging stroller, I bet it pulled to the side frequently, making you silently cuss at the manufacturer.

The wheels make for great suspension, too. Aside from this, this stroller features two adjustable shock absorbers/suspension on each side. As your baby grows and gets heavier you can make small tweaks to the suspension system to reflect that change.

Note: To lock the wheel for a long-distance run, reach down and lock the wheel manually. Not a bummer, but a handlebar-based lever could be a more convenient option.

Pros

  • Excellent dual suspension on each stroller side
  • Foot-friendly braking mechanism
  • Amply padded seats, harness, and footrest
  • Stroller doesn’t pull to one side thanks to front wheel tracking knobs
  • Adjustable canopy with peekaboo window
  • Seat reclines without limits
  • Adjustable foam handlebars
  • Decent storage and extra pockets
  • Compatible with infant seats from major car seat brands: Chicco, Britax (this is BOB’s parent company), and Peg Pelego
  • Wheels’ spokes don’t rust or break because they’re rubberized
  • Wide wheelbase for stability

Cons

  • Not the cheapest option
  • Doesn’t self-stand
  • Front wheel locked manually
  • No handbrakes
  • Not a one-handed/one-step fold

Even though the BOB Revolution doesn’t self-stand, you can always use a stroller rack and a tow hitch to create an altenative storage and save the space inside the trunk. Scout Family Equipment makes really decent stroller racks.

Verdict: This option offers decent value and comfort and comes highly recommended. It has great suspension and glides like a dream. Plus, it doesn’t pull to the side like most jogging strollers. However, it lacks basic features such cupholders and trays. And there’s no handbrake.

3. Graco FastAction Fold Jogger Travel System

Weighing 30 pounds, the Graco FastAction Fold Jogger Travel System isn’t anywhere near lightweight. I’d even say it’s one of the heaviest strollers out there. Many parents found lifting this stroller onto and out of cars quite a hassle.

But at least it’s sturdy and made from quality materials. What is more, this stroller comes with big, bike-like rubber wheels so you can use on smooth sidewalks and sleet-covered streets during wintertime.

Its maximum weight light is 50 pounds, and it is 13 inches wide. This makes it an option that grows and expands as your tot grows and develops. If you buy this option, you’ll jog all you like and stay fit all while bonding with your baby.

rubber wheel stroller  Can You Use the Graco FastAction Fold Travel System as an Everyday Stroller?

Even though this thing is heavy, it’s a good option for everyday strolls. It’s an all-purpose option for when you want to go out for a run or long walk. Or when you want to do some shopping with your baby in two. Or when the weather gets cold and there’s ice, snow, and slush everywhere and being a couch potato isn’t your thing.

Construction-wise, the Graco FastAction fully meets US Federal Safety Standards. It comes with a 5-point harness so you can have complete peace of mind while strolling to the zoo or local park or anywhere else with your baby.

Make Sure It’ll Fit Your Car’s Trunk

Before you buy this stroller, be sure it’ll fit in your car’s trunk. It’s a little bulky as are most jogging strollers with air-filled wheels. You want to take a look at your car’s trunk’s dimensions versus the dimensions of this baby stroller.

While this pushchair is somewhat bulky and heavy, it folds pretty easily. One thing I like about this choice is that it stands stably once folded thanks to an automatic storage lock. Here’s a general guide on how to fold Graco strollers. However, unfolding this option isn’t as easy as opening it. But here’s how to unfold Graco strollers.

Other Features of the Graco FastAction Fold Travel System

Other features include a large storage basket so you can shop conveniently. And this basket comes with an extendable rear pouch that creates even more room.

The Graco FastAction Fold Travel System also features a thickly padded seat so your little one can enjoy the cushiest rides ever. What’s more, this stroller’s seat is removable and machine washable.

Aside from these extra features, this option comes with an easily detachable child tray. This child tray pivots so that you can strap the baby in and out without problems.

Then there’s the parent’s tray that’s also equipped with two roomy cup holders that accommodate bottles and cups of different shapes and sizes. This tray also offers smartphone storage.

Finally, there’s an expandable sun canopy with a peek a boo window that lets you stay connected with your baby throughout the ride.

What’s Not So Great About this Stroller

This deal includes what’s supposedly a 1-click connect infant car seat, the Graco SnugRide Click Connect 35 Infant Car Seat. This seat clicks into the base with an audible click, but some parents found mounting the car seat onto the base somewhat challenging. Other parents reported having trouble attaching the car seat onto and getting it out of the stroller.

One more thing: the LATCH system could work better. This infant car seat comes with hook-type connectors which don’t work as well as do the more common push-on connectors. Parents whose car’s LATCH connectors were positioned at a deep location in the backseat found car seat installation finicky.

Pros

  • Sturdy construction/build
  • Made by a US brand with a great reputation, Graco
  • Features a room basket with extendable pouch
  • Offers a child tray that doesn’t get in the way when strapping baby in
  • Parent tray with 2 cup holders and phone holder
  • 3 large air-filled rubber wheels and the front one swivels for easy streering
  • High maximum weight limit of 50 pounds
  • Comes with a compatible lightweight car seat
  • Easy to fold and stands on its own
  • A pocket-friendlt travel system
  • Car seat offers a 5-point harness

Cons

  • Not as easy to unfold
  • The infant car seat can be a hassle to attach to the provided base or connect to the stroller
  • LATCH installation not always flawless
  • A little heavy and bulky

Verdict: This is a decent buy. It’s a budget-friendly choice that’s comfortable, features-rich, and grows with your baby.

4. Best Budget BOB Stroller: Bob Gear Rambler Jogging Stroller

If you think the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 is too much stroller for you and your baby but love BOB strollers, give the 25-pound BOB Gear Rambler a closer look. The Rambler is a pared-down version of the Revolution 3.0.

It lacks a couple of the extra features the 3.0 version offers, but it’s cheaper, glides well, and has decent components. What’s more, it’s cheaper. You may save $100+ if you go with this option. Think of the BOB Gear Rambler as a budget version of the Flex 3.0.

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Stroller Seat With Lots of Padding

The seat comes with decent padding and is comfortable enough. It provides quite a steep recline, and you need one hand to recline the strap-style mechanism. You can get the seat to sit almost upright so your kiddo can enjoy the sights as you do your daily healing nature walks.

However, getting the seat back up once reclined is a two-hand operation. This seat is 14.5″ wide, which is pretty wide. As for the upper weight limit, it’s 75lbs, just as it is for the Flex 3.0.

Handlebar Not Adjustable

One area where the Rambler disappoints is handlebar adjustability. You can’t adjust handlebar height, which can be a problem if shorter or taller caretakers will use this stroller.

But the foam handlebar itself handles well and is well-designed for easy steering. Like the Flex 3.0, this option also offers a runaway strap for safety purposes. And the swiveling front wheel helps the stroller turn on a dime on crowded city streets.

Wheels, Suspension, Foot Brake, and an Adjustable 5-Point Harness

Like the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0, the Rambler comes with a 5-point safety harness so your kiddo can stay reined in during the run. Nothing special here since jogging strollers come with a 5-point “no-re-thread” harness anyway. The straps adjust without issues and stay in place. And the buckle clips in place and releases without hitches.

There’s also a parking brake between the rear stroller wheels. This foot brake works by locking these two wheels, stopping motion. But this brake isn’t flip-flop friendly and I advise you to not wear them while strolling around with this pushchair.

The large, air-filled wheels are made from rubber. Just the perfect match for sleet-y streets and sidewalks. The front wheel comes with adjustable tracking knobs which helps you enjoy smooth rides that don’t pull to either side. I really like this feature.

As for suspension, it’s similar to what the Flex 3.0 offers. It allows for super smooth glides.

Decent Storage Basket + Additional Room

The room the underneath storage basket offers is decent. You can pack a bagful of diapers and a few other items down there. Unlike some storage baskets, accessing this one from the sides or back is a breeze.

If the underneath storage basket and the zippered pocket in the back of the seat aren’t enough, invest in a good stroller organizer.

I end up carrying lots of stuff from the house for a stroll at the park. And the existing storage is never enough for me. I recently added a nice stroller organizer and problem solved!

Lacks Extras Such as Cup Holders and Trays

Since this stroller lacks crucial features such as cup holders and snack trays, an organizer would be a really smart addition. It can hold your coffee cup and a whole bunch of small items including a water bottle, diapers, keys, toys, delicious snacks, toys, your phone and more.

Folding the BOB Rambler

It’s not a one-handed fold, but that’s more like the norm when it comes to jogging strollers. It folds pretty much like its pricier sibling. Also, this thing doesn’t stand it on its own once you fold it.

Car Seat Compatibility

It’s compatible with infant car seat of most major brands like Chicco and Britax. You need to buy an appropriate car seat adapter to attach the seat to the stroller though.

Pros

  • Cheaper than the BOB Flex 3.0
  • Slightly lighter and more compact than the Flex 3.0
  • Sturdy construction with a big sunshade
  • Large, wide air-filled wheels
  • Big basket + extra storage in the back of seat
  • Decent suspension & tracking knobs on the front lockable wheel

Cons

  • No cup holder and snack trays
  • Foot brake not flip flop-friendly
  • Not self-standing
  • Folding easy but still a two-hand operation

Verdict: The Rambler is a pretty decent rubber wheel stroller for active moms and dads. It’s cheaper than the Flex 3.0 and pushes well, but it lacks some of the features its pricier sibling offers. But it’s comfortable, well-made, folds with ease, and conquers cracks and snow like a champ. You may have to add some upgrades such as cup holders and snack trays though. Here are a few hacks to help you upgrade any kind of baby stroller.

5. Best Rubber-Wheel Stroller for Two Kids: Thule Urban Glide 2 Jogging Stroller

If you’re hunting around for a double jogger, consider the Thule Urban Glide 2. It’s pricey, the most expensive stroller on my list, but it’s designed for two tots.The design is thoughtful, and you won’t find a low-quality component on this double stroller.

Stroller Design and Weight

This stroller has a sleek look and appears to have a slim silhouette, but it might be a nightmare to navigate around Disney with this. But at 34+lbs in weight, it’s pretty heavy. Not that double strollers are expected to be any lighter.

The Thule Urban Glide 2 is pretty sturdy, and the parts feel like high quality. However, the plastic piece that holds the stroller in folded position could be better quality. In some cases, this piece arrived broken, and finding a replacement part proved difficult for those unlucky parents.best strollers with rubber strollerThis stroller feels sturdy and stable, but it also feels a tad too long. Even though pushing and steering this stroller is easy and fun, maneuvering around tight spaces can be quite a hassle. Because the frame is pretty long, and the wheels stick too far out. That said, the wheelbase is wide enough for more stable rides.

The handlebar adjusts to different heights and has a safety wrist strap placed on the left side. Not the best position, but this isn’t a great deal.

Stroller Seat and Weight Limit

The seat’s padding is really good, and the stroller offers a weight limit of up to 75 pounds. The seats have multiple recline positions, and that’s nice. But if your kids are tall and skinny, the seats may prove to be uncomfortable for them since they’re not deep enough.

Some parents found this lack of enough seat depth a deal breaker and returned the seat. It’s like Thule built this for kids up to 6 months and not a day older. Yet no responsible parent runs with babies this young.

Note: this seat doesn’t recline completely upright. If your little one hates any kind of recline and wants to ride sitting completely upright, they might hate sitting in this seat. If your child prefers a completely upright sitting position, you’ll want to pick up the BOB Revolution Flex 3.0.

Also, each baby gets a 5-point harness for a safe, secure ride.

No Cup Holders

At this price point, I expected cup holders. It doesn’t have them.

16″ Rear Wheels And Suspension

The rubber wheels are large and inflatable. They work for all kinds of surfaces, from smooth sidewalks to slushy trails and whatnot. This is what you need for braving the snow during those nasty Canadian-like winters.

This stroller offers great suspension too, motorcycle-like shock absorbers. These shocks and the air-filled wheels make for really buttery glides.

The rear wheels detach very easily. Simply press in the button on each wheel and the wheels come off. This makes folding the stroller easier and storage in trucks and cars easier.

Braking Systems

Like the UPPAbaby Ridge, the Thule Urban comes with a dual breaking system. This system includes a handbrake and a centrally placed lever between the 16″ air-filled rear wheels.

The stroller feels really stable as you push. Whether you’re rolling on a level surface or a gentle slope, you feel like you’re fully in charge of the ride. Most strollers have a single brake, typically a foot brake.

Stroller Storage

This stroller offers a reasonable amount of storage space. It’s one of the roomiest strollers around, but that’s because its meant for two little riders.

The basket has a large zippered pocket for holding small items. It also features a mesh pocket for carrying water bottles. And the storage has a nice cover too.

Rain Canopy

Made of water-resistant materials, the rain cover is extendable, but it could be longer. And there’s a magnetic peekaboo window so you won’t lose sight of your little angel. Also, the sunshade has a zipper which you open to reveal a ventilation-boosting panel for when it gets too warm outdoors.

Car Seat Compatibility

This double stroller is compatible with a whole bunch of infant car seats. Thule sells (separately) a number of car seat adapters designed to work with specific car seats. It’s compatible with Chicco, UPPAbaby, BOB, Peg Pelego, Graco, Maxi Cosi, and others. Here’s a complete list of car seats this two-kids stroller is compatible with. Note: you can’t use two infant car seats at the same time.

How to Fold the Thule Urban Glide 2 Jogging Stroller

  • Lift the footrest off to reveal the blue handle hiding underneath.
  • Twist the little blue handle and pull it to fold the stroller. As you perform the twisting motion, press the handle of the stroller down. You need two hands here, but it’s really easy to collapse.
  • Unfolding it is easier: simply hold it and pop it open.

Pros

  • Accommodates two toddlers
  • Folds easily and removing rear wheels makes for a smaller folded size
  • Sits two kids at the same time
  • Good suspension
  • Large rubber wheels that defeat all kinds of surfaces
  • Extendable canopy with a magnetic peekaboo window

Cons

  • Seat recline not super comfortable
  • One car seat used at a time, not two
  • Wrist strap on the left side
  • No cup holders
  • Expensive

Verdict: this product is expensive, and the seat reclines too much for comfort. And the folding mechanism could be better. But it’s a decent double stroller from an equally decent brand.

How to Choose a Good Stroller With Rubber Wheels

When winter rolls in, the surfaces outdoors get all snowy, muddy, and slushy. It’s easy to slip while pushing a stroller with baby strapped in. And if the roads and sidewalks where you live are extremely crappy, a stroller with big air-pumped rubber wheels is your best bet.

One reason a stroller looses traction and rolls away from you during a ride is bad wheel quality. A stroller’s wheels may work great when it’s warm and sunny outside, but when the going gets snowy and slushy, those wheels suck at rolling. The best wheels for winter stroller rides are rubber wheels.

But what do you watch out for when buying a stroller for use when the weather gets all wintry and snowy? Below is a primer on how to choose the right winter weather jogging stroller.

Wheel Size and Quality

The first thing you need to consider is wheel size and wheel quality. You need large-sized wheels made of good quality rubber. Rubber wheels offer tons of traction. And traction is something you need enough of when it comes to doing winter walks or hikes with a baby in a stroller.

Small, smooth stroller wheels just won’t cut it. You need big, air-filled rubber wheels. Small wonder all the strollers I recommended for winter weather strolling have really tall rubber wheels.

And if the wheels are wide, that’s even better. Have you ever watched anyone biking through a sandy beach-side or snowy paths and trails on a fat bike?It seems like they’re floating on the extremely difficult terrain, and that’s mainly because the wheels are really wide. Generally, the wider the wheel, the lower the rolling friction, and the easier the rides through the snow gets.

Four Wheels or Three Wheels?

Walking and hiking with baby in stroller works best if the pushchair has three swivel wheels. One good thing about a three-wheeled jogging stroller with a front swivel wheel is that it steers really well. A stroller like this one is your best bet when it comes to avoiding obstacles of all kinds.

Safety Tip: Before you start pushing your jogging stroller through the snow or jogging with it on any kind of rough surface, lock the front wheel.

Want to learn more about how 3-wheeled and 4-wheeled strollers handle and steer? Here’s a detailed comparison post on three wheelers versus four wheelers.

Choose a Suitable Stroller Style

Walking or hiking with your baby is possible and safe with the right baby stroller style. The best type of stroller for winter walks is a jogging stroller. Why? Because jogging strollers are super sturdy and are designed to handle the rigors of off-road riding like a pro.

These strollers typically have large wheels, and these wheels are normally made of rubber. They’re high-traction strollers that don’t slip off and vanish with your baby when it’s wet and muddy outdoors. Or when the trail is rooty and rocky.

Also, the frames of these strollers are hardy (mostly made of tough, lightweight aluminum) and don’t break when the going gets tough.

If you have twins, you can find a good tandem stroller, one that’s no trouble fitting through doorways. Unfortunately, it’s hard to find tandem baby strollers that have large pneumatic rubber wheels.

Don’t worry. I know the next best thing you can do: buy a stroller designed to accommodate two kids sitting side by side. These strollers tend to be heavier than most. And they’re not the narrowest options out there.

But at least, they have big rubber wheels that grip slippery surfaces and rough roads like they’re doing it to win a gold medal. And the best ones offer great suspension to boot.

Learn more about different types of strollers in this stroller buying guide.

Pick Out an Option With Good Suspension

Big, air-filled rubber wheels amount to pretty decent suspension, but this may not be enough. Rolling over tough terrain requires greater suspension than inflatable rubber wheels provide. Luckily, many good jogging strollers today offer really good suspension. But everyone has to pay for it!

Suspension becomes super important when it comes to strolling down icy streets and bad sidewalks. Strollers with decent or great suspension absorb all kinds of shocks and vibrations, giving you and your little one silky smooth rides on multiple surfaces.

Best Rubber Wheel Stroller Price and Brand

Let’s face it: good jogging strollers aren’t cheap. And the majority of my recommendations aren’t the cheapest deals in town. Still, the options above are affordable for the average hardworking person. Actually, none of the options I recommend for you cost over $1,000.

I didn’t include the most expensive options because I think dropping $1,000 on a stroller is ridiculous. I chose not to include the priciest pushchairs with rubber wheels because cheaper ones that check all of the boxes are available.

My budget picks costs $300-ish, and there’s a sub-$500 choice. The rest live somewhere between $500-$900, and that’s because they’re premium-quality strollers that last and last.

Be willing to spend at least $300 if you want a decent walking or hiking stroller with big, high-quality rubber wheels. Understand this: When it comes to buying a stroller, you usually don’t get much extra value past $1,000.

As for brands, you can’t go wrong with Bob, UPPABaby, Chicco, Graco, and a bunch of other credible brands. But not all stroller models from these brands or any other brand guarantee great performance or longevity. You want to read a few rubber wheel stroller reviews before you shovel the money over.

How to Wash Rubber Stroller Wheels

You need to keep the rubber wheels on your stroller clean, of course. To clean the wheels after a short ride, wipe them down with damp clean cloth.

But what if you’re deep-cleaning the stroller, use a brush to scrape off dirt and mud. Then, use a stiff-thistle brush and mild dish soap to wash the wheels. Next, rinse off the soap with a damp cloth and leave the stroller out in the sun to dry off. Then, grease the wheels with an appropriate lubricant such as WD-40 or whichever option you prefer.

Final Thoughts on the Best Rubber Wheel Strollers

In a baby gear world choking on painfully similar options from a miscellany of known and unknown stroller brands, picking out the right stroller with rubber wheels can be quite confusing.

But if you pay particular attention to the wheels, suspension, stroller build quality, and price and brand, you’re unlikely to end up with a dud.

Strollers with big rubber tires are your best bet when it comes to riding over the toughest terrains. But they’re not always the cheapest. In fact, many of the best choices set you back $500+, but that’s because they’re nice-looking strollers built using high-quality components.

Did you like any of the recommendations reviewed at the start of this post? If yes, head over to Amazon right now and get it.

Author: Esther Moni

I'm Esther Moni, a proud stay-at-home mom and a psychology graduate of the United States International University (USIU) . I hate it when anyone calls me a housewife, because what does housewife even mean? Being a mother of two babies and a pup, Bailey, as well as being Ricky's wife tires me to no end, but I still manage a smile at the end of it all. And when my boys aren't done doing mischief, I juggle writing a post on parenting or baby gear performance for this blog and running my little counselling office based out in Nairobi. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/esther.moni/">Visit my Facebook profile here</a>, and this is my <a href="https://ke.linkedin.com/in/esther-moni-3841b573/">LinkedIn profile</a>, and here's my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKcVb3NNDrURDH8C0KiAE1g/">nascent youtube channel.

Esther Moni

I'm Esther Moni, a proud stay-at-home mom and a psychology graduate of the United States International University (USIU) . I hate it when anyone calls me a housewife, because what does housewife even mean? Being a mother of two babies and a pup, Bailey, as well as being a wife tires me to no end, but I still manage a smile at the end of it all. And when my boys aren't done doing mischief, I juggle writing a post on parenting or baby gear performance for this blog and running my little counselling office based out in Nairobi. Visit my Facebook profile here, and this is my LinkedIn profile, and here's my nascent youtube channel.

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