Our Review of the Baby Jogger Performance 20" Single stroller
You wanted the best, and you got the best; brought to you from the company that invented the jogging stroller all the way back in 1984. The Baby Jogger Performance Single is The Stroller for endurance running enthusiasts who place high demands on their jogging strollers. The Baby Jogger Performance Single, with three 20" wheels, is built on a precision one-piece aluminum frame that will never buckle or pinch.
The Performance Single has been the top choice in strollers for marathon runners and sprinters with kids since its release. Quite simply, it is one of the most stable, solid, and straight-tracking jogging strollers ever produced. It's really a running stroller, for serious athletes who need a jogger that is easy to push and will withstand mile after mile of wear and tear. With standout features like a 3-panel expansive sun canopy to protect your precious passenger, a V-Brake for better tracking and more responsive braking, and a quick release one step seat recline, both you and baby will enjoy the Baby Jogger Performance Single Stroller.
Note: Baby Jogger has discontinued the Performance Single 16". Baby Jogger now offers 16" wheels exclusively with Q Series Strollers. 20" wheels offer the best shock absorption and easiest push of any jogging stroller configuration, but those big wheels mean a BIG fold. Do not expect to get a folded Performance Single into your trunk without removing the wheels first.
The review posted below is from JoggingStroller.com's co-founder Bradley Sorock, who took a Performance Single out for a test run around his home in Minneapolis, MN.
Upon receiving my 2007 Baby Jogger Performance Single, it took me approximately 5 minutes from the time I took a knife to the box to set it up and hit the road; and that was without looking at the instruction manual (I hate those things). It's lightweight, has big tires, and a slick, aerodynamic design. I took it around the lake on my rollerblades,* and was extremely impressed. Few strollers can go this fast while keeping your passenger safe and comfortable.
Now, let's talk details....
Pros:
Using the V-brake: Why doesn't every high-end running stroller with a handbrake use a V-brake? With a walking stroller, you don't really need a handbrake. When they do come in handy is while you're running down hill, and the V-brake makes a HUGE difference. While pushing the Performance Single on rollerblades, I felt much safer.
Easy Push: Is it the light weight? The smooth bearings? The aerodynamic design? The 20" wheels? Really, its all these elements working together. This is, hands down, the smoothest stroller I've ever pushed.
Cons:
Setting up the V-brake: It took me some force and understanding to get them hooked up and aligned; Maybe 3 minutes out of the 5 total to set the Performance Single up. Someone who has never used a V-brake before may have some difficulty.
Basket: The underside basket is pretty small. It's unlikely that you'll be running with a lot of goods, but anything large could fall out.Bottom Line: For a runner, the Baby Jogger Performance Single is the cream of the crop. It's like going back to the roots, where Baby Jogger started some 20 years ago: a stroller for RUNNING. Innovation and technology keep topping old expectations, and jogging strollers keep getting better and better. I'm extremely impressed with the Performance Single, and am confident that any active runner will be too.
*Brad is a veteran stroller pusher. We do not recommend you try this at home.
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Specs
- Capacity
- 1 Child
- Maximum Seat Capacity
- 100 lbs.
- Stroller Weight
- 23 lbs.
- Front Wheel Size
- 20"
Dimensions
- Width
- 25"
- Ground to Handle
- 40"
- Stroller Length
- 54.5"
- Seat Back
- 19.25"
- Hip to Knee
- 10"
- Knee to Foot
- 12"
- Folded Dimensions
- 20 x 20 x 47.5"
- Folded Dimensions w/out wheels
- 6 x 20 x 47.5"
Infant Car Seat Compatibility
- Fits Britax Companion
- Fits Graco Infant Safe Seat (Step 1)
- Fits Graco Snugride
- Fits Maxi-Cosi Mico
- V-Brake for increased braking power
- Quick-release reclining seat clamp
- Forward folding 3-panel multi-position sun canopy blocks direct sunlight
- Clear view window in canopy
- Quick release rear wheels
- Side ventilation panels
- Quick release latch for easy folding
- Adjustable 5-point safety harness
- Hand brake with parking button
- Padded reclining seat for extra comfort
- Rear parking brake
- Under seat storage basket
- Rear shock absorbers
- Seat back storage compartment
- 100 lb. weight capacity
- Includes safety wrist strap
- Sealed bearings
Baby Jogger Performance 20" Single stroller Reviews
All Customer Reviews
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- Number of Reviews:
- 12
great for high level runner
Top Notch Jogging Stroller, even with a mismatched
Great
Best Runner out there
Wow...
No Competition - really
Perfect!
Oh My....
very good product
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