InStep Safari Swivel Jogging Stroller (Yellow/Grey/Black)
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Description of InStep Safari Swivel Jogging Stroller (Yellow/Grey/Black)
This luxurious swivel-wheeled stroller is the industry benchmark. For both parents and children the safety and maneuverability of this item in stroller OR jogger mode is unmatched. This go-anywhere, do-anything stroller has loads of storage and even features parent & child trays. Includes adjustable handle, removable padded seat, under the seat storage basket, quick release wheels, padded push bar, canopy viewing window, and fabric in rear for sun protection.Sports reviews of InStep Safari Swivel Jogging Stroller (Yellow/Grey/Black)
Customer Review: Does what I need it to do.
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I was looking for a stroller that I could jog behind. I almost bought the Jeep stroller because of the built-in MP3 speakers. But at the end of one of the reviews, a person talked about the locked front wheel that couldn't swivel on the Jeep. Didn't understand the locked wheel concept until after I got the Safari Swivel, which can lock for jogging and swivel for regular use. Locking the wheel while jogging does make the stroller more stable. As you jog, you can have a tendency to move side to side. If the motion is pronounced enough, a swivel front will start to move left or right. The effect is the stroller can actually start turning left or right on you while jogging. Locking the front wheel keeps the stroller going straight as an arrow. The problem with a permanently locked wheel is you can't really use it for anything else (back up stroller) unless you get into the habit of lifting the front wheels up to turn.
The Safri Swivel can turn on a dime when the front wheel is unlocked. However, THIS STROLLER IS BULKY. I wouldn't use it for my primary stroller. I have a truck, so I just throw it in the back. I think it will fit in my wife's car, but we haven't tried because the regular stroller is in her car.
I leave it in the garage to jog behind, and throw it in the back of the truck if my wife is gone and need a stroller. It works well that way. Wouldn't use it any other way. Hope this helps.
Customer Review: InStep Safari Swivel Stroller
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
Update to my orginal review: I figured out how to remove the child's tray!! There are two little buttons underneath each side of the tray that you just push, then pull the tray out of each side. Be careful of baby's fingers when popping the tray back in place though! :)
This is a sturdy stroller that's great for walking around the neighborhood. I have jogged with it a few times in the swivel mode (never tried it with the front wheel locked). But mostly I just walk when I'm pushing my son along. The sun canopy is nice and large with a peek-a-boo window, and the seat has a removable pad that seems comfortable for my little guy. The five-point harness system is not as nice as the one in his car seat, though. The harness seems a little flimsy but I don't believe that has anything to do with the safety of it. The reason I gave it 4 stars is because the child's tray does not move out of the way or come off. This makes it difficult to get a determined toddler in there when he doesn't want to leave the playground that we've walked/strolled to! And one more thing, it is not too heavy for me to lift into my Toyota Highlander SUV. But that's probably because I have muscles now due to being a busy Mom! Bottom line: I'd recommend this stoller for outdoor usage whether you jog with it or not.
Customer Review: Excellent stroller, great value!
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I purchased this stroller about a month ago, and I am so happy with my decision. I had looked at other similar jogging strollers in this price range, but ultimately went with the Safari Swivel because of the option to swivel the front wheel (which has been a great option - I can easily get it in and out of an elevator, for example). I have used this stroller on sidewalks, on trails, and indoors. It has handled all the terrain beautifully. I would say I jog with it about 20% of the time and walk the rest. I find it to be very smooth and I love that the handle is adjustable (I am 5'8" and I find many strollers to be too short, which is a killer on my back).
My only (minor) complaints would be that although it is easy to collapse, it does not stay shut, so it is a bit awkward to carry in its collapsed state. Also, the cup holders are not very deep and things bounce right out of them. But the storage basket is big so I usually just put things in there.
Overall, great stroller, and certainly a good value. In my opinion, there is no reason to spend the money on a Bob or the like if you aren't a marathon runner.
Customer Review: Good value for the price
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
I've been using this stroller for sidewalks, trails and roads and I'd buy it all over again.
Pro:
- It works wonderfully on all types of surfaces. The swivel is excellent.
- Though its not exactly lightweight to lift up and down a cartrunk, its featherweight once it gets moving.
- My 1 year old is very comfortable in it and goes to sleep almost always.
- Folds compact enough, though I've only used it in my CRV and I dont really take all the time to go to the most compact level.
If I had to be really really picky about things I don't like.
- the parent cup holder holds a coffee cup great, but is too small for a water bottle. The cup holder in the babytray surprisingly holds a sippy cup and an adult water bottle perfectly.
- the sunshade canopy is not enough to provide shade, but then I guess every stroller has the same issue when the sun comes in at an angle like in the mornings or evenings. I use an extra shade from kiddopotamos a few $$ more and it works instead of having to spend a lot more $$ for a model with the swivel canopy.
Customer Review: Great stroller for country living
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
This stroller interested me because I was looking for something with off-road capabilities. It maneuvers easily over gravel roads and seems to have a smoother ride than a conventional stroller. The stroller is well built, with a metal frame, low-friction bearings, bicycle-like tires, and a large canopy. Also, the handle adjusts in height. I found this feature to be especially useful, as my husband is 6'7" and would otherwise have to hunch over to push a conventional stroller. He also gets compliments from his buddies while pushing it, making it stylish and husband-approved.
I'm currently using it for my 3-month-old daughter. I just added car seat head supports. The stroller has a 50-pound weight limit, which will make it useful for a long time.
One downfall is that it is large and heavy. It fits into my Buick Lucerne's trunk with little room to spare (and it's a big car with a big trunk). I can't see how it would fit into a smaller car.