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Our Review of the Joovy Big Caboose double stroller
The Joovy Big Caboose is a tandem double stroller with triple-passenger potential. Some might call this the 'ultimate tandem twin mobile', made specifically for families who are on the go and need room to grow. The overall design and sturdy construction of the Joovy Big Caboose emphasizes functionality and durability, utilizing a steel and aluminum frame that folds up into a nice slim package for storage or transportation.
The Big Caboose is an ideal stroller for families with young children of varying ages. If you only have two children in your care, you can also check out the Joovy Caboose. The Caboose has room for two: one in a harness seat (which has the same big range of compatible car seats*) and the other riding on the back.
- The extra seat on both the Caboose and Big Caboose are padded and equipped with a 3-point harness.
The possibilities offered by the Joovy Big Caboose to parents with multiple children are extensive, giving it a value over and above tandem strollers like the Graco DuoGlider or Combi Counterpart. Those strollers only have room for two, and are only compatible with infant car seats from their respective companies. The Joovy Big Caboose is compatible with an extensive list of car seats* and has a patented Stand On 'runner' for your toddler to ride on while you push, as well as a rear facing seat at the back.
The big picture is that large or growing families will have plenty of seating options wit the Big Caboose. Possible combinations include: newborn + young toddler + older toddler; infant twins + toddler; 2 newborns; twin toddlers + older sibling; the list goes on and on.
Another really nice thing about the Joovy Big Caboose is that the rear seat is elevated, allowing the child in back to see what lies ahead. The underside storage basket is HUGE, which you will undoubtedly appreciate seeing as you've got at least two kids - maybe three.
*The two seats of the Joovy Big Caboose are compatible with the following car seats:
- Britax Companion
- Chicco Key Fit
- Combi Centre DX
- Combi Centre ST
- Combi Connection
- Compass Light and Portable Infant Car Seat
- Eddie Bauer Designer 22
- Graco Snugride
- Grace Infant Safe Seat (Step 1)
- Peg Perego Primo Viaggio SIP
Bottom Line: This is undeniably an excellent tandem stroller, due mostly to its unparalleled versatility. But, at 37lbs., the weight could pose a problem for some. When fully loaded--with two kids in the front seats and one rider in the rear, you may need a strong back to get it moving. Still, it has a very stable design and handles pretty well as long as you keep it on smooth surfaces. (Off-roading is not recommended, as small wheels make it pretty much impossible.)
For everyday use like shopping and sidewalk strolling, the tandem Big Caboose beats a triple side-by-side hands down--you can't get a Triple through a standard doorway. The wide range of compatible car seats makes the Big Caboose a solid investment, giving it considerable long-term usability and good resale or hand-me-down potential. It is more expensive than the other tandems at EliteCarSeats.com, but the higher price reflects the range of qualities and features that are exclusive to the Joovy Big Caboose.
- Dimensions: L - 57"; H - 45"; W - 21.5"
- Folded Dimensions: L - 54.5"; W - 21.5"; H - 13.5"
- Weight: 37 lbs. assembled
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Specs
- Capacity
- 3 Children
- Maximum Weight Capacity
- 40 lbs. front/45 lbs. rear
- Stroller Weight
- 37 lbs.
- Front Wheel Size
- 6"
Dimensions
- Width
- 21.5"
- Ground to Handle
- 44.25"
- Stroller Length
- 55"
- Folded Dimensions
- 63"L x 21.50"W x 14"H
- Folded Dimensions w/out wheels
- 54.5"L x 21.50"W x 13.50"H
Infant Car Seat Compatibility
- Fits Britax Companion
- Fits Chicco Key Fit
- Fits Combi Centre DX
- Fits Combi Connection
- Fits Compass I-400
- Fits Eddie Bauer Designer 22
- Fits Graco Infant Safe Seat (Step 1)
- Fits Graco Snugride
- Fits Peg Perego Primo Viaggio
- Fits Combi Connection LX
- Dimensions: L - 57"; H - 45"; W - 21.5"
- Folded Dimensions: L - 54.5"; W - 21.5"; H - 13.5"
- Weight: 37 lbs. assembled
- Square tubing for strength and style
- Steel and lightweight aluminum frame for strength
- Patented Stand On Tandem design
- Two full size, two position front seats
- Two adjustable footrests
- Two universal car seat adapters - fits most brands
- Accomodates 3 children from 6 months to 45 lbs.
- Deluxe rip stop nylon fabric
- Deluxe harnesses include reflective stitching for night time safety
- Two removable canopies with ratcheting adjustments and strechers
- Two child trays with cup holders
- Foam covered handles for both parent and rear standing child
- Super large easy access storage basket under seat
- Sealed bearing wheels
Joovy Big Caboose double stroller Reviews
All Customer Reviews
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Doesn't fit in my minivan
Quit complaining
JOOVY BIG CABOOSE A MUST FOR THREE CHILDREN!
Joovy Big Caboose
Thank you
It works
Big stroller
Seems good
TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE
First of all it is called the "BIG" caboose because it is huge. I don't have a problem pushing it; but once collapsed it barely fits in my large SUV. You have to remove the infant carrier attachment in order to fit it in my SUV. (It really hurts your thumbs to have to do this every time.)Fortunately, it is very easy to collapse and not too heavy (about 35lbs.)
If that were the only problem, I'd be fine yet my toddler can easily get out of the "seat belt" on the jump seat and he is now proficient at dragging his feet making the stoller nearly impossible to push. When standing, my son (who is 36 inches tall) has to bend in to ride and fit. If he actually stays on to ride. Thank goodness there is a strap accross the handle arms because he leans all the way back on it.
With an infant carrier in each front seat, there is virtually no way to access the storage basket and the jump seat is then renders useless due to the angle of the seat in front of it.
Finally the foot rest for the seats keeps coming unattached from the frame.
Overall, I would say to spend a little more and purchase a triple stroller. I wish I had.
Comments from The Staff:
Joovy built the Big Caboose based on customer feedback on Caboose products. Mom's and Dad's were emailing and calling asking them to develop a "triple" version that allowed an older child to use the rear platform while seating two younger children. They heard many complaints about the lack of legroom for the middle and rear children in traditional triple strollers. They also heard a lot of talk about how heavy the triples were.
So, they built a product that:
1. Allowed three children but wasn't too large to fit into a vehicle.
2. Had a middle seat that actually had some leg room.
3. Included two infant car seat adapters that would accept a wide variety of car seats.
4. Had car seat adapters that were removable/flexible - but safe.
4. Allowed the older child to climb on and off - so Mom's didn't have to pick them up each time.
5. Used aluminum wherever possible to keep the weight down as much as possible.
When you put all of these together you get the "Big Caboose". There are definitely tradeoffs on the product. The rear seat is much more usable in 4 to 6 months when the infant car seats are not installed. It's also easier to get in and out of a car without the car seat adapters. If they made the product small enough to fit in any car (with the car seat attachments) then there would not be any room for the children.
Also, if we could have more info to give to Joovy about the foot rest coming unattached, we?ll send that to Joovy right away. I?m sure they would be anxious to hear about an issue like that.
Jessica
EliteCarSeats.com Guru
Certified CPS Tech
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