BOB Alterrain

Thread: "Recommendations for jogging strollers?!"

I have a baby due in the spring so I haven't used ours yet BUT I did a ton of research and went with the BOB all terrain pro! From my extensive research, it seems like the best for runners are BOB or Thule brand. We went with the pro because we wanted the handbrakes. Most people say that good running joggers are too big for everyday use. Hopefully you can get more people commenting with experience though because I don't have any personally!

Thread: "BOB running strollers….Does anyone have experience and which version do you like best for running with a baby?"

I got a used 2014 sports utility version that they no longer make...maybe a predecessor to the allterain? I trained for a number of half marathons, timing long runs with nap time, and ran a half with the stroller when my son was 18 months. I put on a couple of hundred miles and it was definitely worth the 250 we spent on resale compared with childcare at gym or other gym costs. Training with the stroller made me stronger, and I broke all my PRs within a year postpartum. And then in 2021 bought a new double when we welcomed my second. My second child never napped in the stroller and my older one became more talkative and lost the stamina for the longer runs, so I switched to using the stroller for about 4 miles max and ran my long runs either flexing time at work so I could work a half day or if we got a long crib nap. Even still, the duallie steers like a dream and has been helpful for zoo outings etc. Our neighborhood is not walkable so this was our only double. It is very large if size is an issue. If you catch a sale or can wait until Black Friday, new ones are completely dreamy and you'll get a lot back at resale. If you pick up a used one...still wonderful and also keep their resale value. Definitely love both of mine!

Thread: "Recommendations for jogging strollers?!"

I went with BOB AllTerrain Pro because we live in a rural area with gravel roads and no sidewalks. Looking forward to trying it out on some local trails!

Thread: "Are expensive strollers worth it?"

Hell ya Edit: uppababy cruz, so smooth is an absolute tank. Would get the vista for babe number 2 Also have a bob all terrain pro for jogs and walking on the trail / in the park. The shocks are incredible Bought used in great condition Obvs depending on your budget you can purchase new or get them for a good price on fb marketplace.

Thread: "Best off-road jogging stroller?"

Can’t comment on the Ridge. Knowing the brand, I’m sure it’s very nice, but BOB and Thule have long been considered the leaders in the jogging stroller category. I have both the Alterrain Pro and the Urban Glide 2. Weird, I know, but I bought the Thule used, intending to leave a stroller at the grandparents’ for when they watch my daughter. Then I discovered I liked keeping them both around for different reasons. Alterrain Pro: * better suspension — smoother ride on rougher terrain * wider seat and foot rest area — My kid is 99th percentile at 2, so about the size of an average 4-year-old. It looks like she’ll be more comfortable, longer in the Alterrain. * much better parent organizer — Deep enough for tall water bottles, etc. My water bottle tips over in the Thule organizer. Also room for 2 bottles vs. 1 on the Thule and the Velcro compartment has more space for phones, sunglasses, etc. * wider range of seat angles — Alterrain goes much more upright. I think this is the main thing Thule updated in the Urban Glide 3 because many reviews I’ve seen have said older kids didn’t like the recline of the seat in the 2. My kid has never complained about it for whatever that’s worth. Urban Glide 2: * noticeably lighter — 25 lbs. vs. Alterrain’s 31 lbs. * better glide — Frankly, a much more enjoyable stroller for people who actually plan to jog/run with it. Not a big deal at walking pace. * folds much thinner and wheels come off easier for travel — Takes up less space in the trunk. * more accessible storage under seat — The Alterrain doesn’t have much clearance between the bottom of the seat and the top of the basket, so it’s weirdly difficult to get larger things in and out when the child is in the seat. * 45° valve on front tire — It’s easier to connect a standard bike pump. You have to bend the stem on the Alterrain to attach most pumps. * much better handbrake — It’s a twist mechanism so if you hold it going down hill, it naturally applies more resistance the stepper the incline. The Alterrain brake is flat out terrible. Too big for most hands and requires way too much force to squeeze. They went back to a simpler, bicycle-style brake on the Wayfinder from what I’ve seen. TLDR: Both are really well-built strollers. I tend to prefer the BOB for walking when I prioritize my kid’s comfort. I reserve the Thule for running when I care more about pushing a stroller with less weight and better glide. Many of the drawbacks I’ve noted have been addressed in the Urban Glide 3 and Wayfinder. Wirecutter hasn’t reviewed the 3 yet. They [still list the Urban Glide 2 as their best overall pick](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-jogging-strollers/) but say the Wayfinder is better for rougher terrain, which may be most important to you.

Thread: "BOB running strollers….Does anyone have experience and which version do you like best for running with a baby?"

I have an AllTerrain and I love it! I’ve trained up for and ran a half marathon with it and my daughter was totally comfortable hanging out in it for all the long runs. It’s also what I used with the car seat adapter for our long 4-6mile walks during maternity leave.

Thread: "What stroller do you have for everyday use and do you like it?"

I second the Bob. We have the All Terrain Pro, and the big wheels, shocks, and breaks have made it the best thing in the world. From parks, to the beach, to super rough trails, it is easy to push and comfortable for baby.

Thread: "Thule urban glide 4 vs. Uppababy Vista 3 [ON]"

Have you considered the Bob Alterrain Pro? I’ve used mine on gravel, sand, dirt, and paved pathways. It goes for a daily hour long dog walk on a trail at the off leash park. Handles like a dream. It is heavy to lift and doesn’t fold up small, but the pros outweigh the cons. I bought an adapter and used the car seat for walks until she was old enough to sit in the real seat (8 weeks as the seat reclines to a near flat bassinet).

Thread: "Do you use your stroller in the winter?"

Same stroller. Love it, handles snow and slush like it’s nothing. It seems well built, so I’m not too worried about it wearing down while I own it