Graco DuoGlider Double Stroller Review

I have to make a confession about my stroller. I have had the Graco Duoglider for over a year, and I have opened it and/or closed it on my own, unassisted maybe twice. Both times, my children and innocent passers-by were exposed to a string of expletives and I could actually feel my blood boil.

That could just be me. I have about three seconds of patience for all complicated and cumbersome baby gear. I also hate assembling things. It just isn't my thing. If you are like me, you can get this stroller. Just be sure someone else is always around to open and close it, or that you spend a lot of time (eww!) practicing doing it.

I would tell you the secrets to operating this stroller, but I don't know them. Ask my husband.

This stroller is also extremely large, bulky and heavy. You really can only transport it if you have a large trunk or hatch for storage. It fits fine in the back of my Dodge Caravan, but once it's in there nothing else is going in.

That said, if you can get over the obnoxious and complicated methods of operation, there are many things I love about this stroller. If you want your twins (or your two children) to ride in style, this is a great way to go without breaking the bank.

I can't tell you how many times a stranger has seen this stroller and commented, "That's the Cadillac of strollers!" It comes in various attractive designs and prints. It's also quite comfortable for the passengers (I can only presume).

For travel or for long stretches in strollers, this is really superior to a smaller double stroller. It has cup holders, pockets, pouches, you name it to stash your stuff. The only downside is that the massive basket underneath the stroller is pretty much inaccessible when you have infant car seats in.

It also fits nicely, surprisingly, well through doorways and aisles. Even though it is pretty bulky, it is long and not any wider than a typical single stroller. You would think it is hard to maneuver, but it's actually quite easy after just a little practice.

All in all, I actually would recommend this stroller. I know it has some shortcomings, but I think there is a trade-off. It is so hard to open and close because it does have so many features.

We also have two umbrella strollers with a stroller connector. They might be smaller and easier to open, but they are not nearly as comfortable, they don't recline, there is a joke of a space for storage, and it is rather tricky pushing it.

If you are buying a stroller for twins on the way, this is probably the best choice out there in particular for the first year.