Phil & Teds Sport Buggy lives up to it’s name!
So, Amy and I were anxiously awaiting the arrival of the new Phil & Teds Sport Buggy and today it finally arrived! We talked to so many parents about the new model and read on paper about the new features but I was excited to try them out for myself. I thought the e3 was great….the Sport Buggy is even better!
The best new feature is the adjustable handlebar. It’s about time Phil & Teds made this a feature on their strollers! Now the Sport Buggy is easy to adjust for very tall and very short parents with the touch of a button on each side of the handlebar. This was a much needed improvement and I found it worked great and was super easy to do.
Coming in a close second was the change in the doubles kit to add a recline feature. This was always a minor complaint from parents that the second child couldn’t take a nap in the doubles seat. Phil & Teds listened and added a zipper recline on the second seat. I tried it myself and it maked about a four to five inch recline. Enough to help out a sleeping toddler but not too much as to interfere with a parent pushing the stroller. I think this was an excellent improvement.
The other improvements I saw were the quick release wheels (again, Phil & Teds followed in the footsteps of some other stroller companies to add this nice feature) and the improved five point harness. The straps are more easily adjustable and it makes it easier to harness in a smaller child. The bumper bar has been slightly redesigned and has a more curved fit. Also, the canopy now has a peek-a-boo window which is also a nice new feature.
And for the parents who are wondering, the Sport Buggy is only compatible with the Sport Buggy raincover and suncover and the e3 still is only compatible with the e3 raincover and suncover. All of the other accessories are are interchangeable. All of the colors remain the same (orange, red, black, charcoal, lime and navy) except Sand which was discontinued and the fun addition of Camo Blue.
When I pulled out the Camo Blue to check it out, my three year old son immediately said “Wow!” and my five year old daughter old said, “Cool stroller, Mom” (like she was a teenager or something….) I figured that was a good sign!
So the final verdict is hats off to Phil & Teds! Two thumbs up from StrollerMama on the new Phil & Teds Sport Buggy!
thank you so much for all the information. We bought an E3 orange buggy in 2006 and now with a second baby on the way we’d like to purchase the doubles kit. But we hit a wall. Not only can we not find it anywhere, but apparently it has been discontinued. Can you please advise? Thanks
Hi Diego- I would contact Regal Lager (Phil & Teds U.S. distributor) to see if they can help you out. Their number is (800) 593-5522 and they are open 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 a.m. EST. Hope that helps- Erika
I have a Chicco Key Fit infant car seat and I’m wondering if either of the infant car seat adapter kits will work. Hi Jennifer- The infant seat adapters that we sell for the Phil & Teds Sport Buggy only work with the Graco or Peg infant seats. Hope that helps- Erika
Hi, i love the stroller and was wondering where i can purchase it?
Hi Wendy- How about http://www.StrollerMama.com
Hi,
Can you run/jog with the Phil and Teds Sport stroller with the double attachment? It looks like with the attachment it would be difficult.
I think it is so awesome you respond to everyone’s comments. Thanks!
Hi Katie- Sorry for the delay in getting back to your questions (we were on a family trip to Disney so I am a little behind!) We do not recommend running/jogging with Sport Buggy in doubles mode. You are correct that the doubles kit makes the stride a little more difficult. Plus, it is not really a jogging stoller. If you want to run/jog with two kids, I’d take a look at the Bob Revolution Duallie. Hope that helps- Erika
Thank you so much for the info! I almost purchased the sport today with the purpose of using the infant seat adaptor with my son in the back-the store I went to did not say it was an issue. I am so glad I found your site before wasting a lot of money! Now I am back to square one-what is the most compact and lightweight double stroller I can get that you can use an infant seat with? Thanks so much for the inforamtion!
Hi Bonnie- I’m glad our blog got the correct information to you! The store that told you that you could use an infant seat on top with your toddler below was wrong! Have you taken a look at the Valco Twin Latitude? It is a great hybrid double stroller- a cross between and umbrella and an all-terrain and it can take an infant seat on one side. Check it out! Erika
I am wondering if this stroller can be folded with the toddler seat attached in either position or does it need to be removed in order to fold it down? Also, can you tell me how much the stroller weighs with the double kit? Thank you so much for this review…it has been very helpful in my quest for a practical double stroller!
Hi Jenny- Thanks for your post! The Sport Buggy can be folded with both seats attached in newborn/toddler mode but not in toddler/toddler mode (doubles seat in the back). It weighs about 25 lbs. with the doubles kit attached. If you have other questions, just let us know! Erika
I’ve read on the site that you can’t put a car seat on the top and still have the toddler underneath in the second seat but that is incorrect. My friend has the Phil & Ted’s sport. Her 3 1/2 year old son fit in the backseat while she used the car seat on the top. It was a little tight but he had room and it worked out well.
Hi Laurie- I just wanted to post your comment and add my response. Regal Lager, who distributes the Phil & Teds strollers, does NOT recommend ever putting the heavier child in the back seat because it is a safety hazard. The heavier child is always supposed to sit in the front seat. The stroller is designed to carry the heavier weight in the main seat for stability purposes and if a heavier child is in the back, it could cause the stroller to tip and injure the children. Perhaps your friend was unaware of the weight recommendations for the seat but I just wanted to remind our parents about this potential safety hazard. Thanks- Erika
I have the phil and ted sport with the chicco keyfit and it works great with the second seat underneath. the car seat fits with the seat completely upright resting the carseat on the bar. they advised getting a carseat strap and looking it on. It is more secure than having the infant seat. I guess you would say it is not correct because it hasnt been formally “tested” but it works wonders for us and safety wise I feel very comfortable with my infant in on top and infant on bottom.
**Just a reminder from StrollerMama that Regal Lager does not recommend ever using an infant seat on top with the doubles kit below. The heavier child must always ride in the main seat or there is a chance of the stroller tipping and the children being injured. Also, the Phil & Teds strollers currently do not have an infant seat adapter for the Chicco infant seat (although there is one in the works) and it has not been safety tested**
Hi,
Hoping someone can help me out here! I have a 14 month old son and just found out I’m pregnant with twins!! We have a dog and walk 1-2 hrs a day so I need to find a stroller that will fit our needs. I do not want a triple stroller as my son won’t want to be in it for long. Any thoughts on my buying the Phil & Ted’s Twin stroller and whether or not the double kit (seat below) could attach to it giving my son a seat when he wants it? HELP!
Andrea
Hi Andrea- Congrats on your growing family! You cannot use a third seat with the Phil & Teds strollers. But, you can use a third seat with the Valco Trimode Twin. Check out the Valco Trimode Twin with toddler seat. It is a great side-by-side double that can take a toddler seat up front for a third rider. The main seats are suitable from birth so it is perfect for families expecting twins that already have a toddler. I used it with my three kids and it is terrific. Let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks- Erika
We “test drove” the Sport Buggy in the store with our 20 month old twins. I absolutely loved it, but have two concerns. First, the little one riding in the rear seat attachment kept putting his fingers between the wheel guard and the tire…no injuries, just worrisome especially if we were going faster out and about town. My second concern is that the same little one in the rear seat seemed to have his head resting right on the bar that frames the rear seat. He’s not tall for his age. I am wondering if anyone else has experienced these two concerns. I am also wondering if these concerns have been addressed with newer models. Thank you so much for such an imformative review!
Hi Emily- Congratulations on finding time to post on the blog with 20 month old twins!
First, regarding fingers in the wheels- all of the Phil & Teds buggies now have the wheel guards for this precise issue. If you have an over-curious toddler and the wheel guards don’t stop his fingers from wandering in there, the buggy might not be the right fit for you. Second, make sure that when you use the doubles kit in the back that it is not in the reclined position. It sounds like it might be by the way you are describing it. I would check that out. If you have more questions, please let me know! Thanks- Erika
Hi, can the E3 travel system be used on the new sports buggies. i have access to an E3 travel system as I know they have beeen discontinued. Also I know you can’t use the doubles kit with the travel systems but can a child still sit in the main seat if using a capsule on the travel system?
Hi Kirsten- Yes, the e3/universal travel system can be used on the Sport Buggy. You are also correct that you cannot use the doubles kit in the back when the infant seat is being used. There is not room for a rider in the main seat either because that is where the infant seat will rest (on top of the adapter bar, of course). Hope that helps- Erika
Hi, Is the Kiddie Board Maxi the same as the Kiddie Board as advertised on your website for $89.95? Or have the Kiddie Board Maxi’s been discontinued?
http://www.strollermama.com//stroller-boards.htm
Thanks.
Hi Rosemary- The model we carry is the Kiddie Board Maxi and it is $79.95. Hope that helps- Erika
We are seriously considering the phil and teds sport for an upcoming trip to Disneyworld. We went to a local store to see the stroller upclose before purchasing and unfortunatly they we unable to awnser some of our questions. Is there any sort of locking mechanism or tether to keep the stoller together when folded up? Will this stroller be okay to fold up and take onto a bus a couple of times a day? Or will it be to unruly?
Hi there- You could definitely take the Phil & Teds Sport Buggy with doubles kit (or any other P&T model) to Disneyworld. We are a big Disneyworld family so I have obsessed about which stroller to bring for my three kids. (After months of debate, we decided on a Bob Duallie Revolution and Maclaren Quest for our trip this past May). Now, to answer your questions: The new version of the Sport Buggy, the V2, has an automatic locking mechanism which is a huge improvement. The older version, the V1, did not and you needed to attach a small strap on each side to a pin on the frame on each side. Unless your local retailer has older stock, you should be getting a V2 but I would definitely check before you buy (all of our Sport Buggies are V2s except our Camos).
You can definitely do the bus with the Sport Buggy but you will need to take the doubles kit off to fold (if it is in toddler/toddler position). It is simple to do but part of the process. We saw a whole bunch of them at Disney (including one on the bus with us). No stroller is fun to fold and take on the buses- that is the worst part about the buses (which is why we stayed at the Polynesian this time for the monorail where we didn’t have to fold either of our strollers filled with exhausted kids at the end of the day.) But if we managed to fold a Bob Duallie Revolution to take on the bus, a Sport Buggy should be no problem. Hope that helps- Erika
Hi I have a phil and teds buggy that is nearly nine years old – was bought in 1999. I used it for my son from when he was about six months old and loved it. I am now expecting another baby and am wondering whether the car seat adaptor will fit onto my old model? also will the cocoon fit?
Hi Poppy- I am fairly certain that the adapter bar will not work with your older version but I would contact the distributor, Regal Lager, at (800) 593-5522 to get the official answer from them. Hope that helps- Erika
We took your advice and purchased a Phil and Ted Sport for our upcoming trip to WDW. So far we love it. The only concern we have is that because of the way the stroller folds up the foam on the handle bar is getting messed up already. Do they make a cover for this foam handle bar to help keep it from getting torn up? If so where can they be purchased? If not any suggestions?
I recently purchased the Phil&Ted Sport stroller.
Even when not walking fast I find the stroller constantly switches into jogging mode, which means the front wheel will not swivel. I have to stop walking and pull the bar out to fix it. This happens constantly and it has been making trips more difficult.
Is there any other way to switch back into a front swivel wheel mode? Is there a way to keep the stroller from going into jogging mode?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Hi Karen- I would suggest contacting Regal Lager, the U.S. Phil & Teds distributor, to see if they can help you out. They have fantastic customer service. Their number is (800) 593-5522. Hope that helps- Erika
Hi Erica
What a wonderful site that I stumbled upon! Thank you so much for all the wonderful information you have given to us about the P & T strollers. But after reading this whole blog, you pointed out other strollers that I haven’t even thought about: the Valco, the BOB. I know this blog is about P & T’s, but would you summerize your thoughts on all the brands and your personal favorite stroller? Also how comfortable is the toddler seat on the P & T compared to the Valco? Thanks!
Hi Simona- Thanks for your post. I’m glad you have found StrollerMama helpful. The best way for us to help you out is to talk to you about your specific family situation and what factors you are looking for in a stroller. You can email us at info@strollermama.com or give us a call at (866) 293-5642 and we can work with you personally to discuss all of the strollers that we carry and help steer you in the right direction. Thanks- Erika
I have a 6 year old and a 1.5 year old. I am wondering if the phil and teds with doubles kit would work for me. I need a double stroller because the kids are always in the hospital having surgeries and appointments…so this is a must. (oldest is not going to walk out of the hospital after surgery!!!) my oldest is 40lbs…..would he fit alright in the front seat?
Hi Lori-
I think the Phil and Ted’s would be a great fit for your family. The main seat can hold up to 55 lbs. and is one of the longest (not sure how tall your child is). This stroller will also be easy to navigate both indoors and outdoors.
Ali
I just received the Phil and Teds Sport Stroller. One thing that I’m a bit concerned about is that the foot rest in the front is made out of fabric (versus a hard plastic that a lot of other joggers are made out of). My son climbed in with wet, muddy boots, and already dirtied it up. Does the fabric hold up to shoes & boots rubbing up against it? Any experiences with that after prolonged use? Thanks.
Hi Julie-
I suggest spot cleaning your fabric with a little bit of laundry detergent. As far as the durability of the fabric, it lasts through years of wear and tear. Hope this helps!
Take Care-
Ali
Can the sport buggy be folded with the doubles kit attached? I’m finding mixed answers. Hi Kristen- Thanks for your post. The Sport Buggy can be folded with the doubles kit attached in infant-toddler mode only (with the doubles kit up front and the main seat reclined flat for the baby). It cannot be folded in toddler-toddler mode with the doubles kit on the back. The only Phil & Teds stroller that can be folded in both modes is the Vibe. Hope that helps- Erika
I recently purchased the Valco trimode with the toddler seat attachment and the hitchhiker board. I am having problems with the Valco…It maneuvers horribly!!! When we looked at them, they did not have this problem. Is this a complaint that a lot of parents have. Could I have done something wrong….do the tires need more air? I can’t figure it out. I am getting really frustrated and ready to throw the thing away. I have a 3 yr old and a baby due in December, so I need the double option. We only went with Valco because it offered more storage and the hitchhiker. I am ready to get the Phil and Ted’s if I can’t resolve this.
Hi Charity-
I am sorry you are having trouble with the push on your Valco. I do suggest putting more air in your tires. This will hopefully make for smooth strolling. Most parents love the Valco and the way it moves. It is a rather large stroller but it is very durable. Good luck!
Ali
I was looking at the 2008 Phil and Teds Sport Buggy but I’m not sure it will work for me. I have an almost 5 year old who is 38lbs so he would have to sit in the front seat I initially thought a newborn could sit in the 2nd seat in the recline mode but now I’m thinking it wont work for a newborn. Any thoughts?
Hi Amy-
Phil and Ted’s Sport Buggy is a great stroller. In newborn/toddler mode your baby will lay in the main seat completly reclined and your 5 year old would sit in the doubles kit (in the front of the stroller 44 lb. weight limit) unitl your baby has head support. Around 4-5 months you will then switch to toddler/toddler mode. This is when your oldest will sit up front (55 lb. weight limit) and the younger one will sit in the rear (33 lb. weight limit). Another stroller I suggest if your oldest is taller is the Valco Twin Tri-Mode. This is a bigger stroller but allows more head and foot room. Both seats hold up to 50 lbs. and one side can take an adapter or you can lay your child in the seat directly. Hope this helps!
Take Care-
Ali
Very thorough review which answered most my questions except this: You mentioned that your 5 year old still sits in the stroller. I know the weight max is 55 pounds but my 3 year old is almost there and I’m hoping I can go past the weight max. Did your daughter weigh more than 55 pounds when she’s seated in the stroller. I know the company doesn’t recommend it but can it be done without the stroller falling apart? It feels preety sturdy like it could take the weight. Please let me know your opinion. I’d really appreciate it.
Hi Debbie- Thanks for your post. My then five year old, now seven year old, was and still is under the 55 lbs. weight limit (she is 48.5 lbs now!). The Phil & Teds strollers are very strudy but I can’t recommend using it beyond the tested weight limit. If that is really an issue for you, other brands (BOB, Mountain Buggy, etc.) have heigher weight limits. Hope that helps- Erika
Hello,
I am trying to decide if the P & T’s sport buggy is for us, and after recently trying my friend’s out, I am a bit concerned about the width of the main (front) seat. Has anyone ever been concerned about this? My 2 year old son has broad shoulders and it looked like he was being squished during the trial ride. Additionally, does the brake become easier to operate over time?
Hi Eve- Thanks for your post. The Phil & Teds Sport Buggy is a bit narrower than some of our other all-terrain singles but I have not heard of any parents that have told us it was too narrow for their child. The foot brake sometimes take a little “umph” to engage it. We have been told by Regal Lager, the Phil & Teds distributor, that the stiffness is part of the safety feature of the brake itself. It takes a little getting used to, but it is not difficult to engage. Hope that helps- Erika
Hello,
I was about to purchase the Sport Buggy in the Pink Camo (which my girls think is awesome)… but, my friend who has one has a complaint. The front swivel wheel locks in the straight position. I’m not sure if she has a defective one or we’re unable to figure out the setting so the wheel remains unlocked. This seems to happen at random on long walks. Can anyone provide any assistance? I’ll buy one asap if this has an easy fix we overlooked.
Thank you, James
Hi James- Thanks for your post. It sounds like something might be wrong with your friend’s Sport Buggy because it should not be switching back and forth from locked to swivel on its own. There is a little knob by the front wheel that you need to turn and there is a little pin that must fit into a little hole in order to keep it locked. Perhaps she doesn’t have the pin in the hole properly. It should not be switching back and forth. You should tell your friend to call her retailer to help her out with her issue. The Sport Buggy is a terrific stroller- we love our Phil & Teds! Please let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks- Erika
I have just purchased a Sport blue camo and was just about to insert the front wheel when the knob for the swivel lock broke off and a lot of rust came out. As a result the pin snapped inside again and there is no way we can get it out again, so the buggy is unusable and has to be returned. I have read a couple of other reviews of people who had the same problem with this model. Do you know whether there has been a recall about this model?
Hi Amalia-
I am sorry to hear about your Sport. I would check with the retailer where you bought it from to see if they have had any other problems. I have not heard about this problem happening. Also, there has not been a recall on it. You could also call the Phil and Teds distributor directly at 1.800.593.5522 and they may be able to help you out. Good luck!
Take Care-
Ali
hi i was wondering which would be best for my toddler when using the phil and teds sport a doubles kit or a buggy board as when baby was due my toddler would be 2 and a half. i dont want to look silly taking a toddler out in a buggy if she isnt really in need of a buggy if that makes sense. what would you recomend?
thanks so much for a very informative review lots of information that i havent found on other sites. including the zip to recline the doubles kit i really had no idea about that thankyou
Hi Donna-
The buggy board is a great accessory…however, there is not enough room on the back when the main seat is fully reclined. This works best when the main seat is in an upright position. I do recommend the doubles kit for the first few months if you want to stroll with two. Your two year old will not look silly! When the doubles kit is attached to the front it can hold up to 33 pounds. Phil and Ted’s Sport is a great stroller because it can work in multiple ways!
Take Care-
Ali
Is there a buggy board that can be used with the e3 Twin side by side? I need a solution for a third child that sometimes walks that doesn’t involve buying another stroller. Thanks!!
Rebekah
Hi Rebekah-
I know the Kiddy Board will fit if the connector is attached upside down – but I think it may be possible to use the Buggy Board on the twin as well. You may want to research specific board brands to see if they are compatable!
Take Care-
Ali
I’m considering a Phil & Teds Sport Stroller my question is are these strollers very good for pushing on mild trails or gravel paths?
Hi Carrie-
The Phil and Ted’s Sport is great for pushing on paths, dirt, gravel, and pretty much anything all terrain. It is built with three air filled tires that make it a jogging stroller. The bigger the tire, the better for outdoorsy type things. We love the Sport and I actually always use it when I go to the local MetroParks.
Take Care-
Ali
I am going to buy your phil and teds sport but am not sure which colour to get, balck is more sensible but I do love the Apple Green, but my concern is if it will stain easily, I dont want it to look dirty from splashs from the ground or child’s feet in basket and footrest?
Thanks for the advice you have given on the Protect a bub shades, brilliant!
Hi Angie-
Well I love all the colors of the Phil and Teds but the lime and red are my favorites. I like the bright colors. This may help make your decision too….they are no longer going to be making the Sport in Black and I am not sure if we are getting any more in! You may want to check back in a week or so but as of right now we haven taken the Black off our website. As far as stains go, this stroller is easy to spot clean if it gets a little dirty.
Take Care-
Ali
I don’t ordinarily reply to posts but I liked this and wanted you to know it.
I have a Phil & ted E3 model, I was wondering where I can find a replacement cover for the main seat (a new one).
Is the one from the Sport compatible with the e3?
Thank you.
Vera
Hi Vera-
I am pretty sure that the Sport main seat would fit your E3 model. To be more specific on it and to find a replacement part you may want to cantact Phil and Ted’s directly.
Take Care- Ali
Just grabbed the feed… thanks for posting this.
I see that the main seat has a 27″ seat-to-canopy distance, but what is the seat-to-canopy distance of the doubles kit installed up front in the infant-toddler configuration? Will my 36″ toddler be able to sit in the doubles seat up front with the canopy over him? Also, is there shade for the newborn in this configuration?
Hi Marion-
When your toddler is up front he may be a bit tall to fit under the canopy. You are only like this for about 4 months so it should not be a huge problem. There is a plastic cover that comes with the stroller when the newborn is in the flat position. Also, there is a sunshade and storm cover that can be used in the toddler/toddler position.
Take Care- Ali
In July I will have a newborn and my daughter will be 17 months old. Would say from your experiance of all the higher end double strollers that the Phil & Ted Sport Buggy would be the best option for an infant and a young toddler? Do you know if the Chicco infant carrier can work with this stroller?
Hi Chanel-
The Sport is a great option for your kids. Phil and Ted’s are great for those who want a stroller that can take two kids without it being a big side by side double. Also, if you purchase the universal car seat adapter, this can accomodate the Chicco car seat.
Take Care- Ali
Thanks for the review! I have twins and am interested in getting a Phil and Ted’s stroller. How easy is it to detach the doubles seat for folding the Sport buggy? I live in a walk-up apartment so will be carrying the stroller up and down stairs quite a bit. Would you recommend the Vibe instead, in this case, for ease of folding?
Hi Rajni-
It is very easy to take the doubles kit off. I almost think it is easier to take the doubles kit off on the Sport to fold it than folding the Vibe with the doubles still attached. Either way- both have a bar that makes it easy to carry if you are going up the steps!
Take Care- Ali
Hi – I have a Phil & Ted Sport that is a about 2 yrs old in charcoal. We live in sunny Florida & the charcoal color has started to fade in places and it looks splotchy and purple all over instead of grey. I don’t think they sell the charcoal color anymore, so maybe this is why. Anyway, the fabric is in perfect condition with no stains or tears, just this problem with the color so I don’t want to replace the pieces. Is there anything I can do? Fabric dye, fabric paint, any other suggestions. Has this been a problem for others?
Hi Katie- Thanks for your post. I haven’t heard anything from our customers about having a problem with the charcoal fabric fading on their Sport Buggies. They didn’t phase the charcoal out for that reason- it was just too similar to the black (the charcoal was charcoal/black and the black is black/charcoal). It sounds like you don’t want to buy new fabrics but we can special order them for you if you change your mind. Feel free to contact us for pricing information. Hope that helps- Erika
I just ordered the P&T Dash. I have a Graco Safeseat and want to know if it works with the graco carseat adapter. The box in stores and most websites say it works with the “safe ride” but I’ve seen a few online reviews that it does in fact work with the safeseat… can you help me out here?
thanks!
Hi Brantley-
We can only confirm that it works with the Snugride. I would contact Phil and Ted’s to see about the SafeSeat. They can be reached at 1.800.839.4985
Take Care- Ali
Hi
I have a phil and teds twin (side by side) and I find that the footrest/well touches the front wheel I have a 3 year old and 1 year old that use it. I have to make him put his feet on the metal part so it doesnt ‘brake’ while I am pushing. A bit annoying. Is this something that happends? Its wearing the underneath part now…
Hi Sheree-
We do not carry the Phil and Teds twin so I am not as familiar with it. Your best bet is to contact Phil and Ted’s directly : 1.800.839.4985
Take Care- Ali
Hello! I have an e3 that I purchased for my daughter in 2007, and now I would like to get the doubles kit to use with her and my 4 month old son. Will the sport doubles kit work with the e3? I have found a few sites that still carry the e3 doubles kit, but it sounds like the sport has better features. Thanks! Mary
Hi Mary-
We cannot “technically” recommend using that seat with the E3 but I do know some customers that purchased the Sport Doubles Kit and it works!
Take Care- Ali
Hello,
I also have an E3 Twin with the same saggy footrest. I contacted Phil and Ted’s directly and was not happy with the response. The rep blamed the weight of my toddler but I told them that he was well within the weight limit of the stroller. They told me that he would have to keep his feet on the metal bar and not push on the material foot rest. They did send me another foot rest but weeks later it again started to sag and rub on the wheels. We are so frustrated by it and shocked that it seems to be a constant problem yet they have not done anything to correct it. This is an amazing stroller but needs a firmer footrest as the flimsy material one does not hold the weight of toddlers feet.
Hello! I have 18 month old twins and one on the way, due April 7. When the baby is born, the twins will be just shy of 2. A woman at a children’s clothing shop swore that Phil and Teds now had a side by side with a doubles attachment underneath to accommodate all 3 kids. I can’t seem to find out if this is really true. If it is not true, what are my options without buying a triplet stroller. I want something good and willing to pay for it. I currently hate my side by side twin stroller. Thanks. -Karen
Hi Karen-
No, Phil and Ted’s is not coming out with a triple stroller that I am aware of! Your best option (and we are huge fans of) is the Valco Twin Tri-Mode with Toddler Seat. The main seats recline completely flat, and the toddler seat sits on front and can hold up to 45 lbs. It is one of our best selling strollers and has a great push even though it can take so much weight!
Take Care- Ali
Hi, sounds kind of lame, but i cannot open my stroller! twice been out and tried to use both times could not open it, so really i haven’t been able to use it yet… help!
Hi Michelle-
The stroller is probably locked. It automatically locks when you fold it. There should be a gray button on the side of the stroller that you need to press to release it. If you cannot find it you can always give us or Phil and Teds a call and one if us can walk you through it!
Take Care- Ali
It seems like no one has asked this, but I was wondering. We are considering the phil and ted’s sport with the doubles kit and my husband is pretty tall, 6 ft, and takes long strides so he is concerned that his legs will hit against either the second seat or the main seat in the newborn position. It looks like the handlebar, although adjustable, comes right to where the seat reclines. My question is, do you think this is something that would be a concern? Should we look into a different stroller?
Hi Alex-
Good question! We have found that some of our taller parents do need to adjust their stride a bit once the doubles kit is attached on the back. If you keep the handlebar at the highest height, your husband should be fine. Also, if you have a Phil and Ted’s dealer in your area, it may be good to test drive them!
Take Care- Ali
We have a P&T Sport V2, and I can’t figure out how to lace the lower harness straps through the two half-moon shaped eyelets on either side of the seat. Is this what those eylets are for? If so, any tips would help me to get a little more convience out of this awesome stoller. The harness clips don’t seem to fit throught the eyelet and I can’t remove the clips. We have a double kit and have the same problem with it. It seems like this should be easy… Thanks–Kurt.
p.s. We used the newborn (7 week girl) for the first time today and she loved the newborn setting. She laid there looking around and then just grunted and felt asleep for 3 hours of Christamas shopping!! That made for one happy mammy and daddy. Tomorrow we will try out the toddler/newborn setting with our 6 month old cousin in tow.
Hi Kurt- Thanks for your post. I’m actually not really sure what eyelets you are talking about. I don’t think they are involved with the harness but I would suggest contacting Phil & Teds directly with your question. You can call them at (800) 839-4985 or email them at usorders@philandteds.com. Hope that helps! Erika
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I am considering the sport buggy. If I get the double kit and the carseat adapter I will be able to attach my Chicco Keyfit carseat? Does the carseat go in back?
Thank you,
Nichole
Hi Nichole-
If you use the Sport with your Chicco it can only be used in Singles mode. It attaches on top of the stroller, not the back. The doubles kit only works if you take the infant out of the car seat and directly into the stroller. Hope this helps!
Take Care- Ali
Hi There,
Great Website! I want to purchase a jogger/walker stroller. A stroller that can be used for both. I am torn between the Bob Revolution and Phil & Teds Sport Buggy. This is my first baby, with plans of having at least one more…I would prefer not to have to buy another expensive stroller down the road…any suggestions? I read Phil & Teds Sport Buggy is not really a jogging stroller…is this true? Would it work for jogging on flat cement? Thanks in advance. Maura
Hi Maura- Thanks for your post. This is an easy one! If you are planning on doing any jogging at all, the BOB Revolution is the right stroller for you. It is a great all around stroller, pushes like a dream and is really the only stroller we sell that can be used for real jogging. It has a complex shock and suspension system that gives parents a great push and babies a smooth ride. While it is nice to think ahead about not getting a second stroller down the road and getting one that can convert to a double (Phil & Teds), the Phil & Teds strollers are not recommended for jogging. Hope that helps! Erika
I have the P&T E3 which I purchased in 2007 for my daughter, now 3. I have a doubles kit and a new little guy who’s just now 6 months old. I like that the new doubles seat reclines and it appears to have better head support (my daughter’s head rested uncomfortably on the upper bar). My question is two part, do you know if I can get the new doubles kit and use it with my old E3? And do you know if it is more comfortable (since I’m supposed to put the little one back there). I appreciate your assistance!
Hi Rebecca- Thanks for your post. Although it is not officially recommended by the distributor, the frame on the doubles kit of the e3 is identical to the frame on the doubles kit of the Sport Buggy. The only difference is that the Sport Buggy doubles kit has the zipper recline. We have had numerous parents buy the Sport Buggy doubles kit for their e3 stroller. The head support is the same as the e3 doubles kit- it just has a slight recline (maybe about an inch) to allow a smaller baby to get in the back sooner. Hope that helps- Erika