Before you purchase a traditional jogging stroller - STOP - there may be a better option for you.
Parents with young children are more and more committed to staying fit. They want to be with their kids as they go inline skating, or enter a 10 kilometer running race, or join a moms and tots walking club. Many of these folks have went out and bought a jogging stroller to help them stay healthy and fit.
Traditional joggers are great for serious runners/joggers. They are built to be easy to push and for a comfortable ride for their passengers. They have 2 16" wheels in the back (which provide the smooth ride and easy pushing) and they have one 16" front wheel which is locked in place. The fixed wheel is designed to keep the stroller tracking straight and true when out for a run. To turn the stroller you tilt it back slightly so the front wheel is just off the ground.
Now don't get me wrong the fixed front wheel is ideal for jogging, because it provides the stability and straight tracking that you need.
There are many moms and dads who want to use their stroller for running or jogging or in-line skating or powerwalking, but they also want to use to go to the store, or use it on a day at the zoo.
The problem for some folks with a traditional jogger is the front wheel that is 'locked' in place. Making a turn with this type of stroller can be awkward especially in tight areas such as an aisle-way at the grocery store.
There is now a new style of jogging stroller on the market - one that can be effectively used for exercising (jogging/running, inline skating, power-walking, and so on) and can also be used for other practical purposes - going to the store, walking through the neighbourhood, etc.
This new-style stroller has a front wheel that (with a push of a button) can either be locked in place or can swivel. The 12" front wheel when locked in place makes the stroller great for running since the stroller will roll straight. Putting the front wheel in swivel (unlocked) position makes it super for navigating through a busy mall or an outing at a park. The strollers have large rear wheels (usually 16" diameter) which mean that the ride for your passenger will be very smooth. Listed below are some of the features of a swivel wheel jogger stroller...
* Super for running, jogging, speed-walking or even inline skating on smooth surfaces
* Get maximum use from your stroller. Take it to the grocery store or to a busy amusement park (the swivel front wheel makes tight turning a breeze) or go for a run with the front wheel locked-in place.
* Lightweight - like a traditional jogger these are very lightweight making it easy to push and easy to lift in and out of your car.
* Super-durable and light. This new style stroller usually has an aluminum frame which means it will last a long time and shouldn't rust.
* Smooth ride - the large 16 inch back wheels provide for a smooth baby ride. All the tires are air filled which also improves the smoothness of the ride.
* Safe - Safety is the most important aspect whenever it comes to your baby. Most of the hybrid-style strollers have a five-point harness that will keep your child secure in the stroller when out for a walk or a jog.
* Sun canopies that rotate 360 degrees so that they can be set in any location in order to protect your child's face from damaging sunrays.
* Simple to collapse. Many of the new style strollers have a one push 'trigger' that will allow the user to quickly fold the stroller into a smaller space for storage.
* Adjustable-height handlebar. Many of these strollers come with a handle bar that be made taller or shorter with a simple push of the button. This is important especially if several people will be using the stroller - and they are of different heights.
* Good value. For under $280 (on the world wide web) you can buy a well built, top quality 'hybrid' stroller with an adjustable front wheel (locks in place and with a push of a lever the wheel swivels).
Article Source: http://www.alltopinfo.com
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