Bumbleride Indie Stroller

Melody from Austin, TX              January 7th, 2010
We LOVE our Bumbleride. My son is 5 months old and is now riding in it without the car seat adapter. We wanted something three wheeled, but not so big and clunky that it wasn't practical. We aren't taking it off road, just down the street. It is the perfect stroller for neighborhood gravel trails or sidewalks. It probably is not a good choice it you want to do any running in it, but for everyday stroller use, its great. We got the red and it is a very nice color for boy or girl. My only complaint is the hand pump for the tires doesn't work very well, so we use an air compressor to fill them occasionally.

Kari L. from Austin, TX              December 22nd, 2009
I researched strollers and I'm so happy with our Bumbleride. I walk daily (on trails, around the city, etc.) and have found it to be easy to maneuver. We initially borrowed a Bugaboo Cameleon and liked the bassinet for our newborn daughter, but the Bumbleride is so much easier to push around. It's easy to fold/unfold, has a bin underneath that carries a lot of things, and is easy to get to as well (the Cameleon was awkward). The only criticism I would give it is its cupholder, which attaches to the side. I solved this though by ordering the 'Cup N Stuff Cup Holder.' I'm not a big runner but have jogged a few blocks with it- it certainly could handle faster movement, however I could not!

Kim from Virginia              December 9th, 2009
The Bumbleride Indie functions and handles like any other hybrid/jogging stroller in that it is lightweight, effortless to maneuver, and simple to open and close but it also looks great!! Much more streamlined and "cool" than many other hybrids/joggers I've seen and it is very sleek and stylish (unlike nearly all strollers!). It was super easy to assemble and pops open and snaps closed so easily. Plus, it comes with all the "goodies" that many other strollers upcharge for: infant seat adapter, rain cover, air pump for wheels, cup holder (for mom/dad). I LOVE IT. Bonus if you care about this sort of thing: it is made by a US company, based in CA!

Caryn from Fargo, ND              June 17th, 2009
I had spent a lot of time researching all terrain strollers before making a purchase. The Bumbleride seemed to be the best fit based on what I was looking for. I wanted a stroller that could handle the mall and handle long walks outside. This stroller definitely handles both of that.

Pros:
- Easy to steer. I can steer the stroller with one handle.
- Great looking. I get tons of comments from people wondering what kind of stroller it is and where I got it.
- Large Canopy. The canopy really works and it has a see through area so it is over your baby you can see how she/he is doing without stopping.
-Nicely designed break. The break is in the middle so it is very easy to put on and take off. I have had ones that are on each wheel and it was difficult to get them on and take them off.
- Perfect size. The stroller is not terribly large like other all terrain or jogging strollers. It is also easy to get through the racks of clothes in stores at the mall.
- Good basket size. The basket under the stroller is actually a fairly good size. I can fit quite a bit in it when I am out shopping.
- Harness is really easy to use and it is easy to get your baby in and out. It is really a one click control as they say on their web site.

Cons:
- No tray for your keys, cell phone, or other items you carry. But there is a little zipper pouch in the back.
- The back adjuster is a little different to use. You have to adjust it with using a pull system vs. the other stroller I had you just click it to adjust.
- Snack tray is extra. I had to buy the snack tray for this stroller.
- While the stroller does fold up small it is hard to fold it up right to get it locked. I have yet to figure this piece out each time.

The pros definitely outweigh the cons and some of my cons I am working out and they are just adjusting the change in different strollers.

I have to say the customer service on this site is what really pleased me. I placed the order on a Tuesday afternoon and the order shipped out that same day and I had my stroller by Friday. I also added additional items to my order so I would have thought that would have held it up, but it didn't. Great service is hard to find these days and Babyearth definitely has great service.

ELSPETH MICKEL              February 3rd, 2009
We just bought the Bumbleride Indie stroller, and both my husband and I really like it. It is very easy to fold up and to manuver(spelling?) The swivel front wheel was very important for us. It comes with a few more accessories than other stollers, namely the carseat adapter. So when we have the next baby we can use it for both kids. We also like that the handle is adjustable. It is a very smooth ride for our daughter, and the seat allows her to sit up and look around when she's awake and lays down so she can nap. I especially like the fact that is is not as long as some of the other jogging strollers and not as heavy. I am only 5 feet tall and its easy for me to fold it up and put it in the trunk of my car. Its the kind of stroller that makes me want to take my daughter out for walks more often.

Kelly              December 10th, 2008
Our daughter is 10 weeks old and we have been very happy with this purchase so far. Although the stroller does not completely recline, it comes close, and our daughter has been happy in it since she was 5 days old. I really appreciate how easily it steers and the wheels make it easy to negotiate cracked sidewalks, sand, wet leaves, and even a little bit of snow. We live in New Hampshire and I hope to be able to get out for walks almost year-round with this stroller. I will say that if you are seeking a stroller that easily opens and closes for portability, this may not be the best option for you, but it has worked out wonderfully for how we primarily use it.

Andi from St. Pete, FL              November 25th, 2008
I don't have a baby to put in this yet (any day now!) but this stroller so far has exceeded my expectations. SO easy to put together; so light and so smooth to push around. My Graco Snugride carseat fits in perfectly. I'll update the review once baby arrives and I can test it out while jogging and beaching - the two reasons we bought it.

Jason L from San Francisco              November 3rd, 2008
We have a 20 month old son. He is very tall for his age and this is our 3rd stroller.

The 1st one was a Peg P3 of which my son has out grown. The Maclaren Volo, the 2nd stroller, is very light weight and fold nicely for short trips. The Indy is the best...Very smooth, quiet, easy to push, and most importantly comfortable for my son's long legs with the standard foot muff for cold days. The under storage net is huge, along with many other pockets for all the kids stuff.

One minor down side is the 3 wheel design. The stability of the stoller is not as solid as the 4 wheeler ones.

Overall a great value for the price. It comes standard with food muff and cup holder.