Baby Jogger City Elite or BOB Revolution?

tracee877

Active member

• Jul 22, 2010

• #1

I think price is going to be the deciding factor here but I would love to hear which you prefer and why. Albee has a BJCE for $289 and the cheapest I have seen the BOB is $389. I will be jogging on pavement/trails with a 2yo if that matters. Also, does anyone have pics and/or dimensions of them folded? TIA!

 

marjen

New member

• Jul 22, 2010

• #2

If you will be jogging, I'd definitely say the BOB. The Baby Jogger City Series isn't designed for jogging (how's that for confusing with a name like Baby Jogger). I have a City Elite, and I definitely love it though...but it's more of an all-terrain stroller.

 

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poohbear

New member

• Jul 22, 2010

• #3

marjen said:

If you will be jogging, I'd definitely say the BOB. The Baby Jogger City Series isn't designed for jogging (how's that for confusing with a name like Baby Jogger). I have a City Elite, and I definitely love it though...but it's more of an all-terrain stroller.

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Exactly that! If you're going to jog, go with the BOB. You may be able to find a used one on CL for less...
As Marjen said, the BJCE is not for jogging...

 

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cheerbop

New member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #4

I agree! BOB

It really is the easiest push, too. I do love the BJ, but the BOB is best for jogging. I just love it.

 

tracee877

Active member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #5

Somehow I knew ya'll were gonna say BOB lol. Anyone know how to get a good deal on one other than CL? Our CL doesn't have the high end stuff.

 

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cheerbop

New member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #6

I got my mine through a lady on the Yahoo StrollerSwap group. SHe somehow gets good deals thrugh stores and then she takes the orders. Mine shipped from Moosejaw. I got a double for $400.

 

tracee877

Active member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #7

Ok, I'm looking at both of them and don't really see a difference. What makes the BOB so much better? The wheels seem to be the same and I really like how the BJ folds. I see on Elite Car Seats that it says the BJ is not a jogging stroller. but why? I don't have any stores near me that carry these so I can't try them in person.

 

Jennifer mom to my 7

Well-known member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #8

They really did a good job when they redesigned the bob as a swivel wheel. First, the wheel locks out, to elongate the wheel base. Second, the tether strap is connected through the foot brake. So, if you do happen to fall, and are using the tether strap properly, the stroller won't go running away. YOu fall, you have the tether, as stroller continues while you on ground, tether locks stroller.

Now, if you want a baby jogger jogger, you have to get something like the summit, instead. The issue I have with that one, is that it states not to exceed 3 mph. Well, I can WALK at least 4 mph, when pushing it. but I believe that is so that you don't rollerblade/skateboard/bike with it, kwim? Still bothers me though.

Now, if you are a true jogger/runner, you want a fixed wheel, just for that, with hand brake, tether, large at least 16 inch wheels all around.

Also, the bob has a patented tracking screw...

 

tracee877

Active member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #9

Hmm that is really good info. I have actually just started jogging and I have no idea how fast I am lol. I am doing the couch to 5K program. It does sound the BOB is the way to go.

 

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cheerbop

New member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #10

You won't regret it. It pushes better than any other stoller IMO. You really don't work hard to push it and you don't feel the weight of what you are pushing.
I just wish they were "cuter" lol

I honestly would keep an eye out on Returnsforsale.com....a few months ago they sold the singles for about $250 shipped.

Hope you find one!

 

tracee877

Active member

• Jul 23, 2010

• #11

cheerbop said:

You won't regret it. It pushes better than any other stoller IMO. You really don't work hard to push it and you don't feel the weight of what you are pushing.
I just wish they were "cuter" lol

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Yeah I totally love the look of the BJs which is what was drawing me in (besides price lol). But I have decided on a BOB. Now to find the best deal on one!

 

ProudMommysince09

New member

• Jul 25, 2010

• #12

Another thing I like about the BOB is the adjustable suspension. With every other stroller I had, it felt like Im giving my kid shaking-baby syndrome by walking briskly over slightly rugged terrain. Not with the BOB!