The Best Strollers for Gravel
Loose gravel can make any mode of transportation more difficult, especially when it comes to walking or jogging with a stroller. Trying to push a stroller through a shifting, pebbly path can often lead to frustration if you don't have the right equipment. Fortunately, there are several key features to look for in a stroller to best navigate a gravel path. Treaded tires and a suspension system, for example, will cut through the rough terrain. Several strollers have been cited by consumer advocate organizations for their maneuverability on uneven surfaces.
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Features to Look for
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Look for a stroller with large, treaded rubber tires. Wheels measuring 12 or 16 inches are suitable for walking or hiking in all-terrain areas. Strollers with smaller wheels are more challenging to push through gravel, snow and other types of rough terrain. Also, look for a stroller with a shock absorbing system integrated into the frame to ensure your child has the smoothest possible ride over rough surfaces. Air-filled rubber tires will also help the stroller absorb shock.
Baby Trend Expedition
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Consumer Reports rated the three-wheeled Baby Trend Expedition stroller as a "best buy" for all-terrain-class strollers. The stroller was cited for its maneuverability both on and off road, along with its ease of use and safety features, which include a safety tether strap. The stroller has 16-inch pneumatic bicycle tires in back and a 12-inch swivel tire in the front. The website Stroller Envy says that the Baby Trend Expedition is easy to use on a variety of surfaces, from grass to sand to gravel and dirt roads.
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Jeep Liberty Limited
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The three-wheeled Jeep Liberty Limited was ranked as a "best buy" for all-terrain strollers by Consumer Reports, and the Good Housekeeping Research Institute cited the stroller's safety features in a 2010 report. Designed for infants and children up to 40 pounds, the Jeep Liberty features 12-inch inflatable tires and a front swivel wheel with suspension. It also features a reclining seat, an adjustable harness, a snack tray and a sun canopy.
BOB Revolution
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The BOB Revolution, with its lightweight aluminum frame, can hold children up to 70 pounds and remains easy to maneuver through difficult terrain thanks to its 12.5-inch front swivel wheel that locks into place. The Revolution earned favorable recommendations from Consumer Reports for its ease-of-use and off-road maneuverability. It features adjustable shock absorbers and an integrated suspension system.
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