Compact, sturdy & versatile (Maclaren Techno XT Buggy)

Member Name: scoutingbargains

Product:	Maclaren Techno XT Buggy
Date:	24/10/08 (95 review reads)
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Advantages: Lightweight, easy to use, sturdy

Disadvantages: Only comes in the charcoal colour

I've tested lots of prams and buggies in my time (some were for a magazine feature) and I thought I had clear views on what was the best out there. I was wrong as i've just ditched my old stroller for the XT.

The XT is a lightweight, compact umbrella fold stroller that will stand the test of time. A good friend of mine has had hers for years and she takes it abroad regulary and it's still in good working order.

It has a multi recline seat; the covers are removable; the hood extends with a sun visor so you can shade the child in the sun or protect more from light rain without putting the rain cover on. The rain cover is basically a sheet that fixes in four points onto the buggy so it doesn't cover the buggy complete like some others and it stores away to nothing!

It has lockable front swivel wheels; an extendable foot rest for little ones; padded straps; 5 point adjustable harness and the buckle is really good as you have to push the front and back of it at the same time to un do it making it that bit safer from toddler fingers getting themselves out! Good sized shopping basket but if the child was laid flat it would be practically impossible to access it. Pockets on the back of the buggy for small items which is a godsend.

It's reasonably priced in my opinion as I really do think that it will last my first child, a second and a third (if i get my way). Very sturdy and copes well with day to day use.

Look out for offers though. I managed to get mine new for £125 from Mothercare.

Summary: Brilliant, best buggy/stroller by far!