Graco Mosaic?

[mommyof3boys]

Is this a good stroller, does it fold easily, lightweight, and easy to steer with a higher weight child? I need a good lightweight stroller that will hold a 3 month old and a 32 lbs child comfortablly. Hubby really does not want to spend over $100 for a stroller. We have one of the evenflo comfort dimensions stroller and we love it but it is so huge and a big hassle to fool with everyday.Here is the one i am looking at...

http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/ref=br_1_7/601-4137761-9664936?%5Fencoding=UTF8&frombrowse=1&asin=B000BMK570

[KAK22]

We have that exact stroller! I love, love, love it! We have 1 DD (20 mos - 25ishlbs & 33ish inches). We started with the full size Graco stroller - I hated that stroller - too big, bulky and takes up the whole back of our CRV. We also have 2 umbrella cheapy strollers.

I reasearched for months before deciding on the Graco Mosaic. It folds up easily, is very light weight, easy to push one handed (or with your elbow if needed :D ), DD loves riding in it, and the harness is wonderful. It can be a 5-pt harness type or just a regular stroller harness. It unbuckles easily with one button, but DD still can't get it undone herself.

[mommyof3boys]

I forgot to ask, does it lay down pretty flat, for right now i will be using it for a 3 month old?

[KAK22]

It lays down fairly flat - you might need to roll blankets on either side of DC to keep from rolling, but with harness I think DC would be ok. A snugride carseat also fits on it.

[skaterbabscpst]

fwiw, IME the Graco strollers (on average) start getting difficult to steer around 35-36 lbs, and the 40 lb weight limit isn't particularly helpful when you have a 42 lb kiddo who still uses the stroller.

[lovinwaves]

FWIW, the only complaints I have heard about lightweight strollers is the front wheels getting stuck sideways all of the time. I have an umbrella stroller that is WORTHLESS because of that problem. I know it is a cheapy $30, but I have heard of the same problem with more expensive lightweights also. But KAK22 wasn't describing that all with this stroller. I would go to the store and push it around a little bit with your little one in it and see if you have that problem. I seemed to have the most problem with my wheels getting stuck on smoother glossy surfaces(like those in a store versus concrete with grip). That is awesome if it doesn't and if you are able to push it with one hand. Big plus with three kids!! I have also heard about people complaining about the restraint and how the seat sits. Like their kids slide forward too much and the straps dig into the kids crotch or side of leg. But again KAK22 talked like that wasn't a problem. It's nice that someone on here already has the stroller and gave it a good review though!! :)
You can also go to BRU and look up that stroller and read the reviews under the description. I always found that helpful.

[mommyof3boys]

Thanks everyone for the advice, i went ahead and got one. We have used it for the last few days when we went shopping and it has worked beautifully, my baby loves it and the 6 yr old can push it easily. So, so far it is exactley what i needed, but i do have to complain about the basket, it isn't big enough. But i didn't expect to have a big basket on such a small stroller either.

[lovinwaves]

Thanks everyone for the advice, i went ahead and got one. We have used it for the last few days when we went shopping and it has worked beautifully, my baby loves it and the 6 yr old can push it easily. So, so far it is exactley what i needed, but i do have to complain about the basket, it isn't big enough. But i didn't expect to have a big basket on such a small stroller either.

Yay! I'm glad it is working for you. I may end up getting one. I am just so afraid of those dang wheels getting stuck sideways. Have you experienced that? Also, can you push and steer with one hand?

[KAK22]

I haven't had any problems with the wheels getting stuck sideways. We use it around our neighborhood, the mall and occasionally on grass at the park. I can push and steer with one hand on cement or in stores. Not on grass, but I'm not sure of any stroller that I could push and steer with one hand on grass! :p

I really like the harness because I can use the shoulder straps or I don't have to. DD loves her stroller and doesn't try to wiggle out, so maybe that's why we don't have a problem with the straps.

[mommyof3boys]

Yay! I'm glad it is working for you. I may end up getting one. I am just so afraid of those dang wheels getting stuck sideways. Have you experienced that? Also, can you push and steer with one hand?


So far i haven't had any problems with them turning sideways, i used it sunday in the mall, monday at a car dealership and walmart, and wednesday outside while my other 2 boys were playing. And yes, i have had to push it 1-handed, in wal-mart, i pushed it and pulled a cart, the cart gave me more trouble. Hope that helps you some!!

[lovinwaves]

:D Thank you KAK22, and Mommyof3Boys. I think DH and I may get that one. I just have my Duoglider and a jogger, so I am wanting one for my little guy who just turned one. We don't leave the house much, so when we do Peyton likes to walk, and she stays pretty close to me. It would be nice to just be able to pull out a lightweight for a change, KWIM.:D

[skaterbabscpst]

My OutRider could push and steer with one hand on grass, but they don't make it anymore. ;) Some of the high-end joggers with front-swivel wheels can.

[lovinwaves]

My OutRider could push and steer with one hand on grass, but they don't make it anymore. ;) Some of the high-end joggers with front-swivel wheels can.


Speaking of joggers...my jogger pulls to the right! Drives me bonkers:p

[skaterbabscpst]

arg! Don't you hate that?! I need to get a new stroller, actually I need two. :rolleyes: My Air 6 is getting difficult to steer now that Joyjoy is close to the weight limit, and I need an umbrella stroller too.

DH is not thrilled with spending several hundred $$ on strollers at this point, but she's only three!

[lovinwaves]

arg! Don't you hate that?! I need to get a new stroller, actually I need two. :rolleyes: My Air 6 is getting difficult to steer now that Joyjoy is close to the weight limit, and I need an umbrella stroller too.

DH is not thrilled with spending several hundred $$ on strollers at this point, but she's only three!

With the joggers is seems to be you actually get what you pay for. Those higher-end ones though make we want to steal it right out of the store! They are so incredibly nice to push!!

The problem I have with umbrella stollers is they are so short. I am 5' 9.5". BRU told me I could buy the extender handles, but I wasn't so sure about that. The only strollers that fit me were really pricey. I just couldn't see spending that kind of money for an umbrella as I did my ENTIRE Graco Travel System. DH obviously wasn't so thrilled about it either.

So if anyone knows of a cheaper umbrella that will fit a taller person let me know!!

[skaterbabscpst]

Honestly, I want a Mac Quest. Specifically THIS ONE (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320035417212&ssPageName=MERCOSI_VI_ROSI_PR4_PCN_BIX_Stores&refitem=320029346640&itemcount=4&refwidgetloc=closed_view_item&refwidgettype=osi_widget). Plus, since it's last year's model, the price is coming down because the '07 models are coming out. (Main difference between models is fabric choice, and Joyjoy, wants "the pink one mommy!")

Yes, it does cost almost as much as my travel system, but there's a HUGE quality difference between this and even the $30 umbrellas, not to mention the 55 lb weight limit, despite weighing less than 14 lbs.

[lovinwaves]

Honestly, I want a Mac Quest. Specifically THIS ONE (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320035417212&ssPageName=MERCOSI_VI_ROSI_PR4_PCN_BIX_Stores&refitem=320029346640&itemcount=4&refwidgetloc=closed_view_item&refwidgettype=osi_widget). Plus, since it's last year's model, the price is coming down because the '07 models are coming out. (Main difference between models is fabric choice, and Joyjoy, wants "the pink one mommy!")

Yes, it does cost almost as much as my travel system, but there's a HUGE quality difference between this and even the $30 umbrellas, not to mention the 55 lb weight limit, despite weighing less than 14 lbs.

Oh my, that's expensive. Yeah, there would definitely have to be a HUGE difference between that and an umbrella. That one looks like the handles are tall enough to fit me. Another prob I had was my feet would kick the back of the umbrella stroller when I walked. It was so annoying. Does BRU carry this one. Maybe I can make it a X-mas present to myself! :rolleyes:

[skaterbabscpst]

BRU does carry it - at least ours had it in the last time I was there. Joyjoy had a fit when I didn't get it for her. lol

Also, look for the '05 models, and some of the less popular colors/patterns. I specifically want the pink fluer, so it's harder for me to find a good deal.

The Stroller Swap Yahoo group is good for finding gently used ones as well.

[lodonal65]

BRU does carry it - at least ours had it in the last time I was there. Joyjoy had a fit when I didn't get it for her. lol

The Stroller Swap Yahoo group is good for finding gently used ones as well.

Hi my name is Lysandra and I am a recovering stroller swap addict!! LOL :D

[skaterbabscpst]

LOL
I need to start looking on there for the Pink or Strawberry Fluer - I know someone will be selling one soon, but whether or not it will be a better buy the Ebay is a toss up.
Unfortunately it's going to have to wait a while - we're broke. :p

[lodonal65]

I SOOOOOOO wanted the "Rock Star Baby" stroller!!
But there will be no more babies in this house until some grandkids come along :(

[skaterbabscpst]

I have no interest in the one, but once I get my Mac and the Dreamer Manhattan Delux I'll be set. ;)

[mommyof3boys]

Okay, i take back the good things i said about this stroller:mad: . We used it at the mall today and the supid front wheel was not touching the ground and just sat there viberating like crazy and turning sideways. UGH!!!! I am taking it back and getting my money back and getting a different one, so back to my stroller quest..... Any good sugestions that are $100 and under before taxes are added?????

[Lara]

I don't know much about britax strollers, but they have an umbrella. Looks decent to me.

http://www.specialtybaby.com/bresst.html

I have a different model chicco umbrella from this, and like it (except it dosen't have leg support, and dd's legs fall asleep when she is in it). Chicco makes good strollers from what I hear.

http://www.specialtybaby.com/chlostinbl.html

HTH a little bit.

[Morganthe]

I bought a Silver Cross Mini last year new through ebay for $90. I was looking for a portable lightweight stroller that could be taken on trips and fit easily into the car. I had enough of my Peg Perego (bought it used & it was not easy to push one handed or turn). The Mini is about 12lbs and folds up really well, even more compact if you pop off the front wheels.

I had tried out the Maclarens and the way they leaned made me walk with the two back wheels on the ground. Not enough legroom. I read some reviews and took a gamble to buy the Mini untried. It's really nice. If the handles had little ball ends, it would be perfect for both me and my tall hubby. DD still fits it at 39" & 34/35lbs. It was tested to 45 or something like that, but I've had it loaded down with gear and it still managed to maneuver with about 55lbs on it. With the stroller cover off, there's even more head room. I have an aftermarket bag hanging from the handles, so it has more room for storage. I liked the Ascot fabric and can pretty much find my stroller immediately when left in the stroller lot at Sea World & Disney :D

This site has reviews and comments on it:
http://strollers.baby-gaga.com/silver-cross-mini.php

Unfortunately, it might be hard to locate. From what I understand, Silver Cross took over the American franchise and styles have changed since last year. There's a 'micro' version at 9lbs, but it's not as wide and well built. I think my daughter would have outgrown that by now.