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Frog user for over 12 months, June 10, 2005
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Reviewer: lmariana from Marietta, GA
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lmariana
saw things this way
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Overall Grade
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Pros:
Effortless steering, bassinet, reversible seat & handle
Cons:
Expensive, short seatback, 2-piece fold
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I bought my Bugaboo Frog in June 2004 for our 10 month old. Now 12 months later, it is still my primary stroller, and I am one happy customer. I'll try to be as impartial as possible, but be warned that this review is written by a Frog Lover!My favorite things about this stroller...
I struggled with my decision to buy the Frog because of the hefty price-tag. However, after testing it out in person, I was sold. I wanted a stroller with effortless, one-handed steering, reversible handlebar, and the ability to go outdoors with ease. Normally, you'd have to buy two strollers to fit the bill, so the Bug was actually cheaper than two separate strollers. In addition, the Bugaboo included the newborn bassinet, which is usually $100-$200 more on other strollers. If you want a stroller to handle the outdoors and breeze through store aisles, add the Bugaboo to your list.The Bugaboo's steering is fantastic, the seat is easy to recline up or down, the canopy offers great coverage, and the basket will hold more than you think. On the beach, I was able to fit 3 adult towels in the basket!Travel...
I've flown with the Bugaboo once, and on the trip there, it arrived in perfect condition, not a scratch! On the way home I did get a leak in one of the tires, which my local retailer repaired for free. It was a little difficult to get through security, since you have to take apart your stroller and run it through the x-ray machine. Just for that reason, I might not fly with it again. But if you're concerned about it surviving a gate-check, fear not, the Bugaboo has a strong aluminum frame with barely any plastic at all, which means nothing will break off. I recommend detaching the basket and canopy before gate-checking though, and put that stuff in your luggage.The Fold...
The Bug comes apart into two pieces, the seat/bassinet and the chassis. Just pop the seat off and place in your car, napper bar side up. Then fold the chassis and place on top. To lift the whole stroller grab the napper bar through the chassis, and you're good to go! It takes a few days to get used to the fold, but I didn't find it difficult at all. Practice makes perfect. It only takes 30 more seconds to set up a Bug than an umbrella stroller, and I think the steering is worth the inconvenience.The Cons...
-My son is now 22 months old and 34" tall. He still fits wonderfully in the Bugaboo, but the top of his head is starting to brush the top of the canopy. So if your child has a long torso, you may outgrow it sooner than the 3 yrs Bugaboo claims.-I'm in the suburbs and have to drive everywhere. The 2-piece fold doesn't bother me, but it does bother some people.-If you do a lot of off-roading on serious terrain, the Bugaboo might not be a good fit. I'd recommend it for the park, zoo, gravel, and the occasional walk in the woods or field, but if you're a hiker or outdoors enthusiast, I'd look into a true all-terrain stroller instead. Special Note:
If you buy a Bug, make sure you read all the instructions first! As with any baby item, if you use it improperly, it may cause harm to your baby. Always listen for the 2 clicks when installing the seat/bassinet, then pull up to make sure it's secure!
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