Gear Alterrain Baby Jogging Stroller
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Why must you "fix" what isn't broken?
My wife and I have owned three models of BOB strollers over the last ten years. Two have been single versions and one has been a duallie. We have always enjoyed our BOB strollers for their versatility, they have accompanied us on numerous adventures, and we have always highly recommend them to other parents. However, the latest version we have owned (Alterrain Jogging Stroller) has been a disappointment in a major way. Changing the way the strollers are folded and stored was a big flaw. The strollers used to fold down way more compact than they do with the new system. I honestly believe my old duallie folded smaller than my current single. Furthermore, the way the stroller is held together with the rubber clip causes much frustration when unfolding. Often, the strap is stuck or the front wheel does not release causing the user to try and unfold the front wheel (because it is impossible to see from the other end whether the front end has released) only to realize it is stuck. This has resulted in numerous scratches to the front plastic piece of the stroller. I have honestly been so happy with all of my BOB strollers until now. Once the new Alterrain is open and ready to use, it is the same performance I have come to expect from the BOB brand, but it is a dreaded chore to store the stroller. Please fix this issue for future BOB stroller users!
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Customer review from bobgear.com
Solid Performance; does the job well
Little perks that made my day include the small open pocket on the interior of the stroller, the extra-large canopy, the large storage underneath the stroller, and the small zippered pocket at the back of the stroller by the handlebar, perfect for my house keys. On our most recent adventure to the park, my son tucked his water bottle and snack cup into the pockets, I stashed my cell phone and keys into the zippered pocket, stashed our lunch in the cargo basket, and off we went! The big seller for me with the BOB Gear Alterrain Jogging Stroller was the one-handed close to and the fact that when closed, it’s self-standing. Many strollers I’ve tried swear that they are self-standing, but they aren’t really. This one does! Also, though BOB doesn’t say anything about it, the stroller is high enough off the ground that my older son can comfortably sit in the front when he’s tired of walking / riding his bike with me. Not so great the pressure in the tires was supposed to be ready to go, but it was not enough for us. I’m glad I checked the pressure before setting out on a long adventure. Also, the hand-brake was really uncomfortable to use - I can see getting blisters with prolonged use. The stroller itself is not light-weight and even fully collapsed it takes up a great deal of my trunk space. I’m not surprised - the stroller is quite roomy and designed to keep children comfortable while I exercise, but it’s something to think about when planning trips. Lastly, I’m used to being able to jog one-handed, and this stroller is a little difficult for me to steer one-handed. My Wishlist would include a little more mesh in the seating area. My boys run hot, and there’s not a ton of airflow with the canopy covering them. I’ll be clipping a fan to the stroller, but it would be great to have a little more mesh. Overall I really like this stroller. I know that the not-so-greats seem longer, but it’s because I’m nitpicking. If you’re looking for a stroller that will keep your child comfortable while you get a walk / jog / run in, this is a great option. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this stroller in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
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Customer review from bobgear.com
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my Bob stroller!
This is the second BOB Gear stroller I have owned, and it is even better than my first! I was lucky to be able to test this through the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I'm 5'2" and my husband is 6'5" - the adjustable handlebar by far is my favorite feature on this stroller. It makes it easy for us to switch back and forth between users, and my husband might love this stroller more than me. Most strollers are way to low for him to push comfortably. Another bonus is the handlebar can be adjusted low enough my toddlers can push it. (Because they love to "help" mom.) I also really like the new brake design. While we do a lot of walks in the park, grass, snow, dirt, etc. I still wear flip flops a majority of the time, and this brake is easy to put on/off. I'm a huge fan of the BOB strollers and you don't realize how much the suspension system makes a difference, until you are pushing tired toddlers in the sand or up a grass hill. I swear the stroller just floats across whatever surface. The one thing that wasn't any bonus for me, is the one hand fold-up. I actually find it slightly difficult to fold/unfold the stroller, and being short this stroller is harder to lift in- and out- of my vehicle or over things when folded up. Overall, still extremely happy with this stroller and recommend it, especially if you regularly go out to parks, dirt roads, beaches, or other uneven surfaces. It makes a huge difference.
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Customer review from bobgear.com
Most beautiful, functional, and sturdy jogging stroller I've ever owned!
Thank you SO MUCH to the Stellar Product Panel for providing me with the BOB Gear Alterrain Jogging Stroller to try out. Right out of the box it was beautiful, sleek, smooth, and easily assembled even without the instructions. The turn and maneuverability of the stroller was a dream, even on the bumpiest of roads it was smooth movement. It was so easy to maneuver and glides like butter when I’m running with my 2.5 year old. As for her, she loved the fact that it had two pockets for her to store stuff in her seat, and the extra large canopy that allowed her to almost completely cover herself while moving. The straps were so easy that the 5 point harness was a breeze to get her in and out! The one-handed fold and the fact that it stayed standing up meant I could do it quick and anywhere, and storage was a breeze. I wish it was a tad thinner fold for transporting, but since its a jogging stroller I expected it to fold pretty big, the wheels do come off easily to save space. The suspension system is a DREAM, you can just see how smooth it is as you’re running and my daughter, who normally hates the stroller is in love with the ride this gives her. We’ve never been able to get her to sit in a stroller for as long as this one! The suspension also made it easy for me while I was running to have a smooth glide and not feel like I had to hold the stroller down as we went over bumpy areas. I can’t even tell you what my favorite thing about this stroller was because it had SO many things I loved: adjustable handlebar, FIVE pockets, easy lay down adjustability, huge storage in bottom, suspension that created an amazing glide, easy to strap five point harness, and that’s not even talking about how COMFORTABLE the seat is! I absolutely love this stroller, and since it goes to such a high weight capacity I know I have years of use ahead with it!
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Customer review from bobgear.com
BIG Stroller Upgrade
I am in love with the new Bob All Terrain stroller! I’ve had a much older version of this stroller that I’ve used for the past three years with my daughter, and I honestly didn’t know it could get any better until I got this new model in my hands. My favorite feature is the adjustable handle. I’m 5’11 and my husband is 6’3, and I can tell you there are not many stroller that are comfortable for us to push. This one takes the cake! I typically run or jog with the stroller, and this one is super easy to push and navigate with one hand. The suspension is fantastic and makes for a smooth ride over our bumpy sidewalk and jumping on and off curbs. I also love the large storage basket underneath that is still accessible while my daughter is sitting in the stroller (a big difference from my old model.) Another huge selling point for me is the near-flat recline and the extended coverage of the canopy— this will be super helpful with the baby that will be joining our family soon! I wish that there were built in cup holders for the adult, but it’s easy enough to buy a parent console and attach. Overall, I am thrilled with this stroller, as is my husband, and my almost 3 year old daughter gives it two thumbs up for comfort! I know we will enjoy using this for years to come.
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Customer review from bobgear.com
The Best Stroller
Thank you to the Stellar Product Testing Panel I was able to try this stroller out and it goes above and beyond. It goes on grass,gravel,wood chips ext. with total ease. The design is sleek and neutral. It has a nice zipper pocket on the back by the handle bar to put your phone and wallet or something of that size. The handle bar is adjustable and the sun canopy is huge and features a great magnetic flap that allows you to see your child and also lets air in. The back of the seat also has a extra little mesh pocket to put things in. This was incredibly easy to set up (about 15 mins). Travel is also super easy with this stroller. Under the seat is a handle you twist and the whole thing collapses down for easy storage or to put in the back of your vehicle. It is also a nice fabric that allows you to wipe it down very easily. This company has great customer service and I recommend BOB to all my mommy friends. We can’t wait to take it camping with us this weekend! Thank you again Stellar Panel!
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Customer review from bobgear.com
If I could rate it higher I would - Awesome Jogger!
Hands down this is the BEST stroller jogging experience I have ever had. As a runner having a jogging stroller that is easy to handle and that rolls well (true and easy) is super important as it really can make or break your jogging experience. My previous jogging stroller was an absolute bear compared to this stroller - so much so that I dreaded going out for a run with the little in the stroller. It is such a relief to have found a stroller that you do not need to fight while running. I am honestly in love. So, here is my pro/con list: Pro: 1. This stroller moves great! It rolls nicely and is easy to turn (you do need to push down a bit to turn as with any fixed front wheel jogger but that is easy to do). In fact, it rolls so nicely that I have not noticed my times significantly impacted – am I slower with the jogging stroller than without? Yes, but it is not nearly as much of an impact on my times as I have seen with other strollers. I attribute it to the better-quality bearings and suspension that this stroller has. 2. The rider LOVES the ride! Seriously, they love it; after our first run the only thing the little said for quite a bit was “more?” and weeks later they still come running when I ask if they want to come for a run. This is fantastic because you never want to have to fight your little into the jogging stroller – puts a real damper on your run to start off that way! The seat is padded in all the right ways, the harness system is super easy to adjust, and the sunshade has awesome coverage. 3. Easy to set up and folds down nicely. Though I tend to just park my jogging stroller at the end of a run, this one folds down easily and is relatively compact. 4. The back wheels are closer together than on other jogging strollers. So, hear me out, you might think this is not ideal for jogging, but it really seems to be! The narrower profile makes the stroller easier to maneuver, you fit in tighter spaces, and, if you jog with a k9 companion, it allows for your dog to be closer in with you while not getting hung up. Side note - dog is way less terrified of this stroller than our previous jogger and I think that this might be a good part of the reason. Cons: 1. Your child will want to go out running more… OK, maybe that is not really a con! I really had to think about this one and I am not coming up with any true cons so instead here are my two additional thoughts… 1. My little is quite petite so the harness could use to go down just a little further to be a “snug” fit but it works as is - they are safely contained and as I said very happy with the comfort level. 2. I wish I had the Pro version for the hand brake and the covered cargo basket. The covered cargo basket is just so things can be stowed a bit more securely (though this stroller does have great pockets) and the brake is because we live in a hilly area and it would be nice to be able to slightly brake by hand on the downhills. So, if you are on the fence this may make a difference for you. Overall this stroller has really improved my jogging experience with the little and we both have to say Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing us with this stroller!
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Customer review from bobgear.com
Comfortable, large, strong.... too large?
I am excited to write this review as I really am loving this stroller that I received from the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I am blessed to have 2 other strollers in addition to this Allterrain Jogging Stroller, and I can tell you, that this has become my favorite. Of course, there are things that could be better but let me explain! I live on a farm with my 3 and 1.5 year olds. We are outside ALL the time and often have to carry many things. I have a 2 kid stroller which is nice and have had for 4 years now. We also have the BOB Rambler travel system. For this review, I thought it would be best to compare the 2! Bottom line- I would without a doubt go with this Allterrain jogger. 100%. Pros- -Its big! My 3 year old sat in the seat and my 1.5 year old tagged along on the front (I know, not the safest seat but man does it work!). I also put a full basket of produce in the storage compartment below and had my phone in the handy holder at hand level. -It seems to be almost self propelled. It is not, but when I began running with my 3 year old strapped in, I gave it a push and it seemed to just go along where as the rambler requires active pushing. You know you are jogging with it. Things I love: handle adjusts to fit you, HUGE sun shade with a sweet magnetic closure, "mom" pocket for your things (an add on for our other strollers), an actual easy fold up. Really is 1 handed. Things to think about: -Its big! It will take up a lot of room in your SUV if you plan to bring it somewhere. It was light enough for me to carry with 1 hand but was also bulky which made it difficult to get through the door when folded. It is much bigger than the rambler even when folded. With its size in mind, it is also a major positive. I am exceptionally pleased with its ease of movement, ability to take on paved and gravel roads as well as bumpy dirt/grass of my farm. It is big but easy to push when jogging. Very happy and I recommend.
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Customer review from bobgear.com