JMason Quad vs Foundations Quad

lpperry · Nov 24, 2009

Is anyone familiar with either of these quad strollers?

I am looking for a quad stroller for my daycare. I have two 7 month olds and two 2 month olds. So, I only need two seats that recline. On my craigslist, I found the JMason Quad for $75 or the Foundations Quad for $200. I was looking at reviews and am concerned about the JMason.

It says it doesn't fit through doors. Is it wider than the Foundations? Also, the JMason reviews said the wheels are small. On the photos they look the same as the Foundation, so I am wondering about that.

Any suggestions? Would it be worth it to spend the extra $125 on the Foundations or is the JMason similar enough to be worth saving so much money?

I would prefer to get the Everest Buggy with reclining toddler seat on top, but it is way out of the budget!

LeeLi · Nov 24, 2009

I have the Foundations Quad, I paid 300$ on my Craigslist practically brand new. So 200$ is a good deal, given that the best online price was 399$ when I looked.

I haven't used it with kids in it yet but it seems very sturdy and like it has decent wheels. It's not an Everest Buggy for sure but it seems like a decent stroller.

rochelle · Nov 24, 2009

lpperry said:
It says it doesn't fit through doors. Is it wider than the Foundations?

the assembled dimensions for the foundations quad is 48.5 x 33 x 39.5
its the same width as my double jogger and frankly I have problem with some McDonalds doors. Most stores I have to open both doors for the jogger to go through. (the jogger scrapes my door frame)

I could not find the dimension for the Jmason Quad but the folded width is 32" so it is bigger than common single doors.

I would go measure the widths of the doors that you need the quad strollers to go through before buying

lovinwaves · Nov 24, 2009

All doors must be 32" to meet the requirements under the ADA (American Disability Act), which is the minimum for a single wheelchair. Most all higher end side by side strollers are 32" or less, therefore fit through any doorway.

Some older doors however are smaller in width, but as far as I know the business must have another entry to the building (or whatever it is) for handicap people.

The Foundations would not fit through a standard or required single door at 32".

I used to sell the Foundations quad stroller. It was a popular choice among parents and caregivers that needed a quad stroller. If it was me, I would pay the extra money for the Foundations. I would think of it great for walks, or outdoor events. Not something I would probably shop with though.

Oh, and are you still liking your Instep Safari?

TXAggieTech · Nov 25, 2009

No experience with either of these but J Mason is my favorite baby brand. Their bassinets, pack n plays and swings are amazing. They also had great customer service when we had a problem with one of the pack-n-plays. Someone had bought it, used it, then frebreezed the heck out of it before returning it. The smell was so strong that I couldn't have it inside and sunning it didn't make it go away.

Judi · Nov 25, 2009

I found the Foundations hard to steer, but that may be true for any stroller of that size. Also, you have to hold the handle down (think lawn mower) to keep the brake off. It reminds me of the strollers I had for DS, 17 years ago.

lpperry · Nov 25, 2009

lovinwaves--Thanks for the information on 32 inch doors. I think the places I would normally go have double doors anyway--like the library, zoo, etc. These are my daycare kiddos, so it's not like I am going to shopping down narrow isles in the mall with them!

I love my instep safari. It's no Bob or Babyjogger, but it does the job for us. We take long walks to places (over an hour), and it's much easier to push than the travel system stroller we have from our 5 year old. For the times that I jog (slowly), it works great. If I were a real runner, then I would prefer a different jogger, but it works great for our purposes. Also, I never go to the mall or anything, so I don't have to worry about it being too big for stores. Actually, we normally only use the stroller outside for long walks. If we go to the store or parade or something, I usually wear my baby in a wrap or sling.

Also to lovinwaves--Do you have information on the JMason? If you would pay more for the Foundations, why? I can't get the Foundations for $200 anymore, but there is another one for $250. I am really wanting to get the JMason for $75, but not if it is a piece of junk...

Thanks to the other posts too about the experiences with the quad strollers!

lovinwaves · Nov 25, 2009

Can you go see the JMason in person and push it around, and play with it? Everyone has a different opinion about strollers, and for $75 it might be perfect for what you are needing it for

lpperry · Nov 25, 2009

lovinwaves said:
Can you go see the JMason in person and push it around, and play with it? Everyone has a different opinion about strollers, and for $75 it might be perfect for what you are needing it for

Well, the woman lives about 1.5 hours away. She has an appointment at a doctor's office right near my house on Monday. I can meet her before her appointment, but I feel like I won't have a whole lot of time to push it around. Maybe I can get her to meet even earlier before her appt. so I have time to push it around a bit.

lpperry · Nov 25, 2009

I have a photo of the basket of the JMason and of the Foundations. On the JMason it looks like it would be hard to actually get anything in the basket.

Foundation Quad

JMason

lovinwaves · Nov 25, 2009

Eek, that JMason has some seriously worn tires, and she shows it pictured on top of gravel :thumbsdown:

lpperry · Nov 25, 2009

lovinwaves said:
Eek, that JMason has some seriously worn tires, and she shows it pictured on top of gravel :thumbsdown:

I know! I just really really need a quad stroller and my husband doesn't want me to spend a lot of money. I have been putting two babies in the double and wearing the other baby when I have three. If I have four, I have been stuffing my guy and another baby into a seat together. They are getting too big for that and wearing a baby for a long walk is not great!

I actually think I talked my dh into the $250 one. At first he thought that was too much, but I have been talking about the Everest Buggy a lot lately. Now he thinks $250 is ok!

I think I'm going to take the Foundations if they don't get a better offer! Thanks for all the help! I posted this on some stroller boards and multiple boards, but got no responses. I love car-seat.org. It's the best!

lpperry · Nov 29, 2009

I picked up the Foundations on Friday. I pushed it around before I bought it and really liked it. I am going to try it out with my daycare kiddos this week. Thanks!

LeeLi · Dec 2, 2009

Please do update and tell us how you like it. I haven't had a chance to use my Foundations Quad yet and will need to decide whether to sell it or keep it. I'm especially interested in how it easy it is to steer and whether older kids fit comfortably.

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