Phil and Ted Stroller vs. Bob Revolution: compare doubles in the charts ...

Phil and Ted Stroller: a popular inline double stroller made in New Zealand. They recently added two new models: the Vibe, and the Dash.

People are attracted to their unusual styling and because they hold different sized children in various seating configurations. So please:

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Model	Wheels/Frame	Seat/Harness	Canopy	Brakes/Shocks	Handlebar
Phil & Teds Vibe -Active Walker -Mall shopper	-Swivel 12" /12" -Swivel lock -Quick release wheels -Aluminum frame -fold lock	-Reclining seat -Flat recline -Newborn bed -2nd rear seat sold separately -Car seat adaptable -5pt harness -Child Grab Bar -folds with 2nd seat attached		-hand brake -rear parking brake	-Reversible adjustable to 2 heights
Phil & Teds Sport -Active Walker -Mall shopper	-Swivel 12" /12" -Swivel lock -Quick release wheels -Steel frame -fold lock	-Reclining seat -Flat recline -Newborn bed -2nd rear seat sold separately -Car seat adaptable -5pt harness -Child Grab Bar	-Peek window	-rear parking brake	-Reversible adjustable to 2 heights
Bob Revolution Duallie -Multi-purpose -Light jogging -Active walking -Mall shopping	-12" Swivel front -semi slick tires -Swivel lock -Adjustable tracking -aluminum frame	-5 pt harness -individual recline	-independently adjustable -peek window -one step folding	-parking brake -rear wheel suspension	-adjustable
Schwinn Turismo -Multi-purpose -Active Walker -Mall shopping	-12" swivel /16" -Swivel lock -air filled tires -aluminum wheel -aluminum frame	-Reclining seat -5 pt harnes	-adjustable	-Rear parking brake -rear suspension	-Adjustable -Parent Tray -built-in MP3
Mountain Buggy Urban Duo -Mall shopping -Active Walker -Trail Walking	-12" front swivels -Swivel lock -air filled tires -quick release -pump included -aluminum frame -fabric basket	-85% independently reclining seats -5 pt harness -car seat adaptable	-retractable -peek window	-rear parking brake -wrist strap -shock absorbers	-adjustable
Phil & Teds Dash -Active Walker -Mall shopper	-Swivel 12" /12" -Swivel lock -Quick release wheels -Steel frame	-Reclining seat -Flat recline -Newborn bed -2nd rear seat sold separately -Car seat adaptable -5pt harness -Child Grab Bar		-hand brake -rear parking brake	-adjustable to 2 heights

In 2006, the Phil and Ted stroller was upgraded from the e3 Explorer model to the Sport model. In 2007, two new strollers were produced: "The Vibe", and "The Dash".

These new Phil and Ted stroller models boast sleek new styling plus additional pouches for your cellphone and iPod as well as new fold technology. The Phil and Ted stroller is also produced in a side by side version called the e3 Twin. Overall, we believe that the Phil and Ted stroller is a great choice for those not interested in serious running.

Our second quick chart lets you compare fixed wheel double strollers:

Model	Wheels/Frame	Seat/Harness	Canopy	Brakes/Shocks	Handlebar
Bob SUS Duallie -Heavy jogging -Trail running -Active walking	-16" Fixed front -all terrain tires -Quick release -Adjustable tracking -aluminum frame	-5 pt harness -individual recline	-independently adjustable -peek window -one step folding	-parking brake -rear wheel	-adjustable
Bob Ironman Duallie -Serious running -Active walking	-16" Fixed front -road tires -Quick release -Adjustable tracking -aluminum frame -alloy rims	-5 pt harness -individual recline	-independently adjustable -peek window	-parking brake -rear wheel suspension	-adjustable
Instep Swivel 2 -active walking -moderate running	-12" swivel /16" -Swivel lock -air filled tires -molded plastic wheel -steel frame	-Individually reclining seats -5 pt harness	-Adjustable	-Rear parking brake	-Adjustable -Parent tray -Child tray -2 cup holders
InSTEP Grand Safari 2 -active walking -moderate running	-12" swivel /16" -Swivel lock -air filled tires -molded plastic wheel -steel frame	-padded seat -5 pt harness -individ reclining seat	-retractable -individual recline	-parking brake -rear suspension	-Adjustable -Parent tray -Child tray -2 cup holders

When thinking about the Phil and Ted stroller or any double jogging stroller, pay special attention to two issues: Seating layout and maneuverability

SEATING LAYOUT: Seating is available in two formats: Inline and Side-by-side. Virtually all of the leading brands are side-by-side, and the Phil and Ted stroller seems to be a popular inline.

SIDE-by-SIDE: In this format, children sit beside one another. Both children have un-obstructed views, and both seats can recline to an equal degree. In addition, there will be no fighting about who gets the front seat. Also, the children can interact with each other (and even hold hands - like our girls did they when they were younger). The downside to this format is the width. Very often, side-by-sides cannot fit through doorways and narrow store aisles.

INLINE: As the name suggests, children sit "in-line" or one behind the other. The Phil and Ted stroller is an example of an inline model. There are various other categories of inline: stadium, limousine, sit'n stand, however, tandem is the more popular. In this category, both children face away from the parent. With inlines, children in the rear seat usually feel short-changed. Unless the rear seat is elevated (i.e. stadium seating), they can't see as much, and they don't seem to like it. Inlines also tend to be harder to steer than side-by-sides.

MANEUVERABILITY: Whether side-by-side or inline, the thing about doubles is that they are bulky, heavy, and can be difficult to steer when fully loaded. So, make sure to investigate the the weight of the frame when considering a purchase. Visit our recommendations page for our opinions on the Phil and Ted stroller and the more popular doubles on the market.

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