S. Wu:

I did a lot of research on infant car seat strollers and was a bit disillusioned by the two that were out there (the Kolcraft Universal and the Snap-N-Go). Reviews for both items showed concerns in using them with a Graco SnugRide (which was my carseat of choice). While some parents mentioned that they both worked splendid with their SnugRide car seat, there were just as many that had concerns that the strollers didn’t fit that model of car seat well and apprehensive of the two popping apart. Examining both of them up close, I could know why there might be mixed reviews considering all the insignificant adjustments you have to tweak depending on which car seat you are using.

I guess this Graco stroller recently came out because I hadn’t seen it before, but as soon as I did, I bought it. I was amazed by how simple it was to place together. You really don’t need the instruction manual to figure it out, and each of the parts fit together with a very nourishing snap that lets you know that part isn’t going anywhere. And when attaching the car seat, there are several places where it gets latched into place so you know the seat won’t be popping out either.

We’ve used this stroller with our newborn and it is incredible. A week after a C-section, I was able to break it down and throw it into the trunk of our car myself (although carrying the carseat with baby inside was another report). At first I thought the latch that holds the stroller together when it is all folded up seemed a bit flimsy, but I haven’t had any problems with it at all. I also like the fact that you can lock the adjoin wheels into a straight forward position when you are traveling across bumpy pavement. I use this feature often since the sidewalks near where I live are not very even. I also like the superfluous large basket underneath. Although it is a bit more in cost, I believe this stroller is certainly worth it for the peace of mind. (Please note: this stroller only works with a Graco SnugRide)
Rating: 5 / 5

Madison:

I just had my second baby in February… My other son is about 23 months ancient. I bought a Graco SnugRide, to find that the only strollers like this one manufactured were the Snap-n-go (SNG) and the Universal Infant Holder (UIH).

I bought the SNG, knowing that the Graco wouldnt fit properly. Well about 2 months ago I was walking with my son in the carrier (and in the SNG) and my other son was “holding onto the stroller”. I am not sure how he did this, but my nearly 2 year ancient knocked the SNG out of place. I didnt even realize until we went off a curb and the carrier popped out! I was so mad, that a toddler could un-attach the carrier without even trying!

I went back the BRU to find that Graco came out with its own stroller frame, meant only for the Graco Infant Carriers. Luckily BRU accepted my return, and I was able to recieve the Graco model. I LOVE it. First of all you do have to assemble it, sort of like the SNG and UIH, but its much simpler and safer. I am not apprehensive that I place it together incorrectly either, since there’s only one way to do it. My SnugRide also fits in simpler, and sturdier! I loved that the carrier wouldnt wobble around when the stroller was used, and that it was like having a whole Graco Travel System! The handlebars have a cup holder, and a compartment for keys and stuff like that, which is useful. I also like the large and spacious basket! Its easily accessible, and VERY strong! The wheels are Graco quality, and very strong. They dont rattle, or “roll on nothing” like the SNG did. I also like that it folds with one hand! At first it was “sticky”, but I believe its from the minimal use it had received… Now I can fold it compactly, and it fits well into the trunk of my Jeep Liberty! I also believe that its the lightest stroller Graco provides, and since I was only going to use a single stroller for a few months (before I transition to a dual) I wasn’t looking for an extravagant system. I was even able to attach the stroller platform, so a outcome could stand! All in all an incredible stroller.

I recently bought a dual stroller, for when my son can no longer use the Graco. I will miss the convenience, and lightweight frame, but I have an expecting mother waiting for her turn to use the Graco SnugRider Infant Car seat Frame!
Rating: 5 / 5

C. Gruber:

There are several pros and cons to this stroller system

Pros:

-Not as bulky as a travel system. You don’t look like you’re pushing a yacht around the park.

-Folds up nice and flat. Have no problem fitting it in the trunk.

-Absolutely HUGE basket. You could really go nuts at the mall and not fill this thing up.

Cons:

-There are no shocks on the wheels. When my sleeping baby goes over rough terrain, she often startles and then wakes up.

-As my husband says, it handles like a truck. You have to reckon ahead when steering because this thing turns on a frisbee, not a dime.

-Cup holders are useless. About the only thing that would fit in it is a small coffee and the warning mark says not to place anything hot in it.

All in all, if I had to do it over again, I’d buy a lightweight travel system and look like a small yacht strolling around the park because then at least when my baby outgrew this model, I’d have a functional stroller that handles well.
Rating: 3 / 5