( 2 reviews )
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Posted: May 2 2009
This is my second stroller for my first child. The other is a jogging stroller that I use for walking the dogs and rough outside riding. It's just too bulky for "regular" use. I decided I wanted a few specific things: lighter weight than what I had, a reversible handlebar, a good size canopy. The lighter weight was easy; replacing pneumatic wheels with plastic wheels eliminated 10 pounds immediately. The handlebar was a challenge. Only 3 strollers are made with that feature. I could only find 2 in stores locally and one of them was $800. So the Flyer was kind of it. It takes two hands to open and close. I don't mind but some of you might. The footrest has 2 releases which is odd but not inconvenient. Same thing for reversing the handlebar. There are breaks on all four wheels so you can break easily in the forward or reverse positions. There are releases on both sides so you can fix the wheels depending on which direction you have the handlebar. this is my one "complaint". With the handlebar in the reverse position (child is facing you) the wheels have a bit of a wobble when backing up or making a u-turn, almost to the point of getting stuck. It's easy enough to get around: make a wider turn or pick up the front a bit. Mostly it's just annoying. This stroller doesn't have a child tray. There is a "snack pack" you can purchase separately which I have not done yet (my son is 4 months). There is a single parent cup holder that hangs off the side of the handlebar. The storage space underneath is very nice.
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Posted: Oct 9 2008
It has some nice features but, my wife says it is too big and heavy. Being a guy, I didn't wanna be seen with a skimpy little stroller. I think this is a perfect stroller. It is sturdy, easy to manuever, and folds nicely in half. A little cup holder on the handle is also a nice touch.
