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Our Review of the InSTEP Suburban Safari stroller
The InSTEP Suburban Safari Stroller is a walking stroller capable of handling any terrain at an even pace. The Suburban Safari features a 12" front swivel wheel and 12" rear wheels, and so is best for parents anticipating light fitness walking and everyday pushing. The sturdy steel frame, while heavier than aluminum framed strollers, is super durable
Is it for you? For parents looking forward to walking with baby, The Suburban Safari Stroller from InSTEP accommodates one child.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT
At this price, what's not to love? A 12" front swivel wheel and 12" rear wheels corner with ease and tackle rough terrain on country walks effortlessly. The front wheel locks forward for added control when needed. For parents going from city to park in the car, the InSTEP folds compactly with one hand, and fits easily in the trunk. The Suburban Safari stroller accommodates one infant car seat with the addition of the InSTEP Car Seat Adapter.
Convenience: Carry all the trappings of parenting with you in the roomy underseat basket, and carry everything you need immediately (cell phone, water, snack) in the parent tray. A parking brake ensures that stroller and baby stay put on slopes.
Comfort: While the Suburban Safari might not have the same creature comforts as the InSTEP Safari, it still pushes smoothly with its super stable 12" swivel front wheels and 12" rear wheels. The foam push handle cushions parents hands for pain-free pushing on long days.
Safety:
- Parking brake
- Tether
- 5-point harness
- ASTM Certified
WHY BABY WILL LOVE IT
Babies love going outside with their parents, and they love a walk even more when they're sitting comfortably on the removable padded seat and grabbing their favorite snack from the child tray.
Comfort: In addition to the padded seat, children rest comfortably on the reclining seat. A bug screen keeps Joe Junior happy no matter the August mosquito population. For rainy days, consider adding the Weathershield to your purchase.
COMPARISON
Parents of different heights will appreciate the adjustable handle of the very similar InSTEP Safari Stroller.
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- Blue/Grey
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- Folded with wheels
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- Front swivel wheel locks forward
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Specs
- Capacity
- 1 Child
- Maximum Weight Capacity
- 50 lbs.
- Stroller Weight
- 28 lbs.
- Front Wheel Size
- 12"
Dimensions
- Width
- 22.5"
- Ground to Handle
- 40"
- Stroller Length
- 45"
- Seat Back
- 17"
- Hip to Knee
- 9.5"
- Knee to Foot
- 8"
- Folded Dimensions
- 36.5 x 23.5 x 16"
- Folded Dimensions w/out wheels
- 19 x 19 x 32"
Infant Car Seat Compatibility
- Fits Britax Companion
- Fits Chicco Key Fit
- Fits Chicco Key Fit 30
- Fits Combi Centre DX
- Fits Combi Connection
- Fits Graco Infant Safe Seat (Step 1)
- Fits Graco Snugride
- Fits Peg Perego Primo Viaggio
- Fits Compass I-420
- Fits Peg Perego Primo Viaggio SIP 30/30
- Fits Combi Shuttle
- Steel frame
- Steel Spoke Wheel
- 12" Front Swivel Wheel
- 12" Rear Wheels
- Parent Tray
- Child Try
- Under Seat Basket
- Tether
- Parking Brake
- Foam Push Handle
- Bug Screen
- Reclining Seat
InSTEP Suburban Safari stroller Reviews
All Customer Reviews
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Suburban Swivel stroller
Good for the Price
-It is very easy to fold up and unfold with just one step. I can quickly put it in and out of the car.
-It is fairly compact...it fits well in our passat wagon's trunk and even leaves enough room for our black lab to hang out back there as well. I think it would also fit in a regular sized trunk.
-Very smooth ride for long walks..fairly smooth ride for jogging.
CONS:
-The harness straps are pretty bad. They are very difficult to adjust especially when the child is in the stroller. I also don't think they're long enough. My daughter is only 9 months old (average size baby) and we have the straps in the top slots and they are extended out almost as far out as possible (this is with a jacket on). I don't know how she'll fit into them next winter when she's a lot bigger.
-The canopy is pretty much useelss and provides absolutely no shade from the sun. Today my daughter was almost hanging her head out the side of the stroller trying to shield herself from the sun.
-Most of the online descriptions that I read online stated that there is a "viewing canopy" which I took to mean that there is a plastic cutout in the canopy so that you can see through when it's open. There is nothing of the sort which I was disappointed about. But considering the canopy doesn't provide any shade, I probably won't ever have it open and won't need the plastic cut out anyway.
I've only had the stroller for a few weeks and aside from the few cons that I listed, it has proven to be pretty decent, especially for the low price. I guess if we had spent about $150 more on one of the higher end strollers, than we might have gotten a stroller with better straps, a better canopy, etc...but if you're willing to deal without those features than I think it's a good stroller for the money.
