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Shellerkins · 03-17-2006, 06:16 PM

Does anyone have an suggestions...I am looking for an umbrella stroller $75.00 or less but I don't want one of those $9.99 versions. I'd like it to have a little something to it. It is just a 2nd stroller that I can take with me on quick errands. I've been looking at the Kolcraft Jeep Wrangler All-Weather Stroller but the reviews of that are so mixed, I'm not sure about it. Any suggestions?

skaterbabscpst · 03-17-2006, 06:20 PM

I have yet to see a decent umbrella-type stroller for much under $75, but the Chicco Capri appears to be ok at $60. You can get a MacLaren Volo for $100 though.

03-17-2006, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by skaterbabscpst

I have yet to see a decent umbrella-type stroller for much under $75, but the Chicco Capri appears to be ok at $60. You can get a MacLaren Volo for $100 though.

The Combi Cosmo is under $60 in the basic ST version. The $100 DX/EX version was recommended by Baby Bargains Book.

mom2acrew · 03-17-2006, 07:49 PM

I would take a look at these two a Silver Cross Micro and a Mac Volo, the volo listed here is less $ because it is an older model w/out a hood. Ebay also has great deals on Volos

http://www.specialtybaby.com/sicrmilistin.html
http://www.specialtybaby.com/ma20voumstin.html

The Kolcrafts don't tend to hold up as well, have shorted handles and a 35# weight limit. The Chicco Capri has low weight limit as well but comes w/ lots of extras, rain shield, travel bag and carry strap so it depends on what you are looking for.

Good luck!
Jodi, Mom to 4 soon 5

03-17-2006, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mom2acrew

I would take a look at these two a Silver Cross Micro and a Mac Volo, the volo listed here is less $ because it is an older model w/out a hood. Ebay also has great deals on Volos

http://www.specialtybaby.com/sicrmilistin.html
http://www.specialtybaby.com/ma20voumstin.html

The Kolcrafts don't tend to hold up as well, have shorted handles and a 35# weight limit. The Chicco Capri has low weight limit as well but comes w/ lots of extras, rain shield, travel bag and carry strap so it depends on what you are looking for.

Good luck!
Jodi, Mom to 4 soon 5

Speaking of the Micro, I happened on this deal a few days ago:

http://www.ohbabygift.com/Merchant2/...egory_Code=MIC

$99 and there is a 11% discount coupon code nextjump but I'm not sure if it stacks with the sale price.

UlrikeDG · 03-17-2006, 10:17 PM

I love my Maclaren umbrella stroller, which I got on eBay for about $75. There's also the Stroller Swap on Yahoo Groups.

skaterbabscpst · 03-17-2006, 10:47 PM

I really need to get an umbrella stroller as well. I have a super cheap one (literally $6 at a resale shop, but I bought it for Joyjoy to use a doll stroller 'cause I knew she'd try to sit in it. lol)
Anyway, my Graco Air 6 takes up too much room in the cargo area of the Jeep. It wouldn't be an issue if I didn't get her in an out through the liftgate, but I do. lol

CPSDarren · 03-18-2006, 02:25 PM

I may be selling a 5-6 year old Combi Savvy Z in a week or two, once its replacement arrives. It works well, but a couple minor pieces are broken or missing. It's 7-8 pounds and folds pretty small- definitely a step above the $10 Walmart ones even though it's used.

skaterbabscpst · 03-18-2006, 06:19 PM

good to know. I think by the time dh is ready to spend the money you'll have found another buyer tho, since we have to buy 2 Parkways

in orer to get the kids in the back seat of the Jeep. lol

03-17-2006, 06:16 PM	#1
Shellerkins Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Brooklyn, New York Posts: 14	Stroller Suggestions... Does anyone have an suggestions...I am looking for an umbrella stroller $75.00 or less but I don't want one of those $9.99 versions. I'd like it to have a little something to it. It is just a 2nd stroller that I can take with me on quick errands. I've been looking at the Kolcraft Jeep Wrangler All-Weather Stroller but the reviews of that are so mixed, I'm not sure about it. Any suggestions?

03-17-2006, 06:20 PM	#2
skaterbabscpst Moderator - CPS Technician Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Central Virginia Posts: 9,141 Blog Entries: 1	I have yet to see a decent umbrella-type stroller for much under $75, but the Chicco Capri appears to be ok at $60. You can get a MacLaren Volo for $100 though. __________________ Rebekah Branch, CPST since 2005 http://www.rbranch-cpst.com Mom to CJ (7/96, seatbelt), Gregory (4/98, Parkway), & Joyjoy (10/03, Marathon & Regent) Please Note: Advice is a noun. Advise is a verb.

03-17-2006, 10:17 PM	#6
UlrikeDG Admin - CPS Technician Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Iowa Posts: 5,975	I love my Maclaren umbrella stroller, which I got on eBay for about $75. There's also the Stroller Swap on Yahoo Groups. __________________ Ulrike, mom to: Roman (3/98), Evalina (3/00), Nadia (3/03), and Kira (11/07) *See an inappropriate post? Don't reply to it; report* it!** Just click the symbol in the lower left-hand corner of the post. Thanks for your help in keeping this a safe, SPAM-free zone!

03-17-2006, 10:47 PM	#7
skaterbabscpst Moderator - CPS Technician Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Central Virginia Posts: 9,141 Blog Entries: 1	I really need to get an umbrella stroller as well. I have a super cheap one (literally $6 at a resale shop, but I bought it for Joyjoy to use a doll stroller 'cause I knew she'd try to sit in it. lol) Anyway, my Graco Air 6 takes up too much room in the cargo area of the Jeep. It wouldn't be an issue if I didn't get her in an out through the liftgate, but I do. lol __________________ Rebekah Branch, CPST since 2005 http://www.rbranch-cpst.com Mom to CJ (7/96, seatbelt), Gregory (4/98, Parkway), & Joyjoy (10/03, Marathon & Regent) Please Note: Advice is a noun. Advise is a verb.

03-18-2006, 02:25 PM	#8
CPSDarren Admin - CPS Technician Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 6,100	I may be selling a 5-6 year old Combi Savvy Z in a week or two, once its replacement arrives. It works well, but a couple minor pieces are broken or missing. It's 7-8 pounds and folds pretty small- definitely a step above the $10 Walmart ones even though it's used. __________________ Darren

03-17-2006, 07:49 PM	#4
mom2acrew Moderator - CPS Technician Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 438	I would take a look at these two a Silver Cross Micro and a Mac Volo, the volo listed here is less $ because it is an older model w/out a hood. Ebay also has great deals on Volos http://www.specialtybaby.com/sicrmilistin.html http://www.specialtybaby.com/ma20voumstin.html The Kolcrafts don't tend to hold up as well, have shorted handles and a 35# weight limit. The Chicco Capri has low weight limit as well but comes w/ lots of extras, rain shield, travel bag and carry strap so it depends on what you are looking for. Good luck! Jodi, Mom to 4 soon 5

03-18-2006, 06:19 PM	#9
skaterbabscpst Moderator - CPS Technician Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Central Virginia Posts: 9,141 Blog Entries: 1	good to know. I think by the time dh is ready to spend the money you'll have found another buyer tho, since we have to buy 2 Parkways in orer to get the kids in the back seat of the Jeep. lol __________________ Rebekah Branch, CPST since 2005 http://www.rbranch-cpst.com Mom to CJ (7/96, seatbelt), Gregory (4/98, Parkway), & Joyjoy (10/03, Marathon & Regent) Please Note: Advice is a noun. Advise is a verb.

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