Runners! Best buggy?
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Topic: Runners! Best buggy?
Posted By: skp
Subject: Runners! Best buggy?
Date Posted: 31 August 2010 at 12:42pm
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To all the running Mums and Dads, what is the best buggy to run with? I have a P&T vibe, but its not that easy to run with and looking for something more suitable.
Any suggestions? TIA! ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: HuntersMama
Date Posted: 31 August 2010 at 8:02pm
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Me too! I was looking at a mountain buggy with the swivel wheel at the front. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: fairy1
Date Posted: 31 August 2010 at 9:28pm
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I went to a store that sells P&T and mountain buggy and asked what they recommended for running with and they said mountain buggy was best.
I havnt tried it yet since bubs isnt born so cant help with perosnal experience yet. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: High9
Date Posted: 31 August 2010 at 9:41pm
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I've heard MB are good too!
I have a P&T sport haven't taken it for a proper run but it wasn't too bad for the little runs I do every now and then to catch the bus on time! ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: skp
Date Posted: 31 August 2010 at 10:32pm
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Yeah I think the MB is better for running (not so fast running I might add!) Anyone want to buy a vibe soon hehe?
Has anyone actually run with their buggy for proper runs? Like 5km + ? ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: lilfatty
Date Posted: 01 September 2010 at 7:52am
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DH runs 5k plus most days ... he said
"Our P&T is lighter however the MB is more maneuverable .. so I usually takes the MB" Note - we have a double MB as we have two kids .. and it is heavy .. I can hardly push the thing up a hill with two kids in it! A single MB is still heavier than our P&T but it is easier to control with one hand (which is the easiest way to run with a buggy) ------------- Mummy to Issy (3) and Elias (18 months) I did it .. 41 kgs gone! From flab to fab in under a year  http://www.femininefitness.co.nz/category/blog - LFs weight blog
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Posted By: Peanut
Date Posted: 01 September 2010 at 9:34am
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I have just started the c25K and have a P&T sport.
I have done 2 runs with the buggy now and the biggest issue for me is getting the right height with the handle. My arms were killing me after the first run (only 1 kid in buggy) but the second one (with both kids) was heaps better cos I mucked around with the height thing. Found it easier with 2 kids to manevaur. -------------  
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Posted By: skp
Date Posted: 01 September 2010 at 7:29pm
Thanks lilfatty, the MB's in the shops do seem to be easier to steer with one hand I agree. I don't need a double so fingers crossed the normal MB's are not that much heavier than the P&T. The P& T is so great, it fits in the car well and is light and easy to fold but not great for steering while running  ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: peachy
Date Posted: 01 September 2010 at 8:48pm
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I have a MB and run between 5 and 10kms most days and have done since DD was a newborn. I find it awesome to run with and fairly easy to manouvre. This was one of my main criteria when orginally looking for a buggy.
I recently replaced all the tyres on it as they had no tread left and went flat ......poor buggy, definately had my monies worth  ------------- http://lilypie.com">  http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: MrsMojo
Date Posted: 01 September 2010 at 9:26pm
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I use a MB Elite and find it really good although my preference is still leaving the kids at home with DH and going for a run alone. -------------  
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Posted By: Shelt
Date Posted: 05 September 2010 at 8:33pm
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I run with my MB at least 2-3 times a week and it is by far the easiest buggy I've used to run with. Although I definitley prefer to run without a buggy, mostly because running is my time to think. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: DeannaSaxon
Date Posted: 06 September 2010 at 9:05am
| mb all the way i have a single urban jungle am nw prego with number two n considerin a phil n ted kinda guttered tho they seem to have so many faults re-calls etc! N are made in china although now are mb but i have the newest nz made ones and they are a million times easier simpler to use n more practicl than p & t! |
Posted By: Spacette
Date Posted: 15 September 2010 at 10:00pm
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Is there a difference between the MB and the MB elite for running? I assume so, as there's a difference on Trademe prices! ------------- http://lilypie.com">  
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Posted By: SpecialK
Date Posted: 16 September 2010 at 9:08am
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I have a baby jogger city classic and went for a few runs before getting pregnant again - it was pretty good, light, manoeuvrable, good on kerbs etc, and front wheel locks for long straight stretches. ------------- http://lilypie.com">  http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: MrsH23
Date Posted: 18 September 2010 at 1:34pm
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I love my MB, although I don't run, but it's super easy to steer etc and quick to fold so when I go on the bus I usually take it with me.
From memory the difference with the Urban/Urban elite was the fabric but the frame was the same. ------------- Lisa mummy to Ryan http://www.alterna-tickers.com"> 
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Posted By: Kris5
Date Posted: 18 September 2010 at 5:58pm
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Heya,
Does anyone have or know of anyone that has a Baby Jogger City Elite??? I am keen to exercise, walk and possibly run on the odd occasion. I am trying to make final decision between MB Urgan and the City Elite...your opinions/feedback would be most appreciated 
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Posted By: skp
Date Posted: 21 September 2010 at 2:45pm
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I just got the brand new MB terrain 2010!!! it is awesome, soooo happy! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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