My BOB Revolution Stroller ReviewMelissa's BOB Revolution Stroller Review! I wasn’t planning to buy a BOB Revolution stroller last weekend. I had a hand-me-down jogging stroller that worked just fine. But, we decided to check out REI’s annual sale and the BOB Revolution strollers were on sale. “What’s the harm in just giving one a try?” I said to myself. Suddenly, it was like a dream – my son eagerly climbed into the stroller and it glided as if on air under my touch. I was in love! I couldn’t let it go! “I deserve it”, I told myself. And that’s how I got my BOB Revolution stroller. Okay, okay, I know that sounded a little silly. But it really did happen like that. The BOB Revolution stroller is so easy to push that it really does feel like it’s gliding on air. Because of the front swivel wheel, you can push it with only one hand and it turns on a dime. Now let’s get to my BOB Revolution Stroller Review The price is not for the faint of heart ($359 - $389 for the single stroller, depending on where you buy it), but the superior quality makes this stroller worth the money. The best feature is the ability to steer with only one hand and turn on a dime. What I love most is the lockable front wheel. You have the option to leave the front wheel in “swivel” mode, which allows you to maneuver around anything. It is perfect for trips to the mall or theme parks. You can also lock the front wheel, which provides more stability for walking over rough terrain. This stroller is the perfect all-around stroller. You won’t have to buy one stroller for trips to the store and another stroller for fitness walking. Although I have the single stroller, the Duallie (double) version is also available. I haven’t tried this myself, but my friend has twins and absolutely loves his Duallie. It has all of the same features of the single stroller, so my review could apply to the Duallie as well. Here are my pros and cons about my BOB Revolution stroller: Pros * Versatile – lock the front wheel for fitness walking; put it in swivel mode for trips to the mall. * Safety – 5-point safety harness, foot brake, and a safety tether. * Extra large canopy – the canopy can be pulled down to block the sun from baby. It also has a window in the canopy so that you can see your baby. * Reclining seat – baby can sit up or lay down. * Storage – there is a basket underneath and two pockets in the seat itself. * Front wheel tracking – this mechanism helps the stroller to steer in a straight line. * Easy to fold – the manufacturer says it’s a one-step folding system. I’m not sure I agree with that. I would say it’s a two-step process to fold it, but it’s very easy to do. The tires come off to make it easy to store. * Car seat compatible – it is compatible with most car seats (see manufacturers guidelines for more information). Cons * It doesn’t come with many extras. Parent cup holders and the car seat adapter are sold separately. * No hand brake. I loved this feature on my jogging stroller. It allowed me to slow the stroller down with a touch of my hand. I guess the manufacturer assumes that you don’t get going too fast when walking, but we know that’s not true! Especially walking downhill, it would be nice to have a hand brake, but the stroller is so sturdy and because of the tracking mechanism, it stays on course and is very easy to manage at any speed. You won’t be disappointed if you purchase this stroller. And because this is the only stroller you will need from the time your baby is born to the time he is 70 pounds, the price is a bit easier to swallow. 1. I recommend taking a look on Craiglist.com first. You may find a great deal. I often see parents selling their single BOB stroller because they are expecting another child and need to upgrade to a double stroller. 2. Online – here are some sites that sell the BOB Revolution stroller that I recommend: a. JoggingStroller.com The price is $359 for the single stroller, free shipping on orders over $100 with a no worries return policy. You can also read reviews from more than 100 happy BOB owners. b. Amazon The price is $359 for the single stroller and free shipping. If you decide to buy some of the accessories, they may not qualify for free shipping however. c. REI The price is $389 for the single stroller. REI has its annual sale in early May and since the strollers have been discounted during previous annual sales (20% off), it’s a good bet they’ll be discounted during future sales. If you can wait until May to buy your stroller, you might get a good deal. REI doesn’t offer free shipping, however. 3. You can also buy a BOB stroller in a store near you. Visit the official BOBGear website to locate a store near you. So many BOB accessories to choose from! Here are my favorite accessories: 1. Car seat adapter – a must have for young babies who can’t support themselves in the stroller seat yet. This also makes it easy to carry baby straight from the car into the stroller. 2. Weather shield – a water proof shield to keep baby dry in inclement weather. 3. Diaper bag – this bag clips directly to the stroller to add more storage. It has lots of pockets and places for your things as well as baby’s necessities. Includes a diaper changing pad and an insulated pocket for bottles. 4. Parent cup holder console. This is a must have if you like to carry a drink with you. It also has a nice compartment for your keys or other small items. I hope you've found my BOB Revolution Stroller review helpful. I am just one of the many happy mommies who have purchased this stroller :)
Return from Bob Revolution Stroller Review to Stroller Walking
|
