Can you run with Baby Jogger strollers? What about jogging? Jogger is in the name, so can you jog with Baby Jogger strollers?
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Despite the name “Baby Jogger”, most of the Baby Jogger strollers are not meant for running or jogging.
The brand Baby Jogger makes several models of strollers to include:
You should not jog/run with any of the other Baby Jogger strollers (despite the name), other than the Summit X3, to include:
Why is the Baby Jogger brand called “Jogger” when you can’t actually jog with (most of) their strollers?
The Baby Jogger brand had their start with a jogging stroller, hence the name “Baby Jogger”. From their website: In 1984, our founder—avid runner and father Phil Baechler—invented the first jogging stroller, because he believed that becoming a parent shouldn’t mean sacrificing his passion for running. We took that idea to heart and continue to create baby gear to feed every passion and lifestyle.
Does Baby Jogger make a jogging stroller?
Yes, Baby Jogger does make a jogging stroller – the Baby Jogger Summit X3. This is currently their only stroller you can jog with.
Can you jog with the Baby Jogger City Mini?
No, you cannot jog or run with the Baby Jogger City Mini series of strollers. This includes the Baby Jogger City Mini 2, City Mini GT2 and City Mini GT2 Double.
Can you jog with the Baby Jogger Tour?
No, you cannot jog or run with the Baby Jogger Tour series of strollers. This includes the Baby Jogger Tour, Tour 2 and Tour Double strollers.
Can you jog with the Baby Jogger Select?
No, you cannot jog or run with the Baby Jogger Select series of strollers. This includes the Baby Jogger Select 2 and Select Lux strollers.
Can you jog with the Baby Jogger Summit?
Yes, you can jog or run with the Baby Jogger Summit stroller. The Baby Jogger Summit X3 is the only Baby Jogger stroller you can jog with (despite the Baby Jogger name).
If you’re looking for a jogging stroller other than Baby Jogger (remember, the only jogging stroller they offer is the Summit X3 – all other Baby Jogger strollers are not meant for jogging/running), here are some options:
Single Jogging Strollers
Bumbleride has various jogging stroller options. Bumbleride is one of our favorite stroller brands due to their non-toxic, ethical and eco-friendly practices. All Bumbleride products are ethically made in small batches in Taiwan in a family-run assembly factory with ethical working conditions, fair pay and a 5-day work week with no overtime. Bumbleride uses eco-friendly materials whenever possible, and seek out material suppliers that are innovating to save energy, conserve water, and reduce landfill pollution. The Bumbleride stroller uses OEKO-Tex Certified fabric made up of 100% recycled PET. The Bumbleride strollers are free of PFC, PFOA, PFOS & PFASs, lead, phthalates, BPA, polyurethane foam, PVC, formaldehyde and chlorine.
The Graco FastAction Fold Jogging Stroller is one of best selling strollers available at Target. Unlike the Bumbleride, you can get this stroller for under $200. Perfect to add to your Target baby registry!
Double Jogging Strollers
This side-by-side double jogging stroller is available at Target and just over $200.
Hopefully this article was helpful in answering your questions about running and jogging with Baby Jogger strollers.
