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Stroller Frames for Infant Car Seats

Stroller frames are listed in order of weight from lightest up to 12.5 lbs. single and 18 lbs. for twins. For travel strollers that also work with infant car seats (as travel systems), see our lightweight strollers and double/twin strollers pages.

 

Maclaren Easy Traveller Car Seat Frame

Why we recommend it:

It really is an "easy traveler," thanks to the one-hand umbrella fold with automatic latch and carrying handle--just what you need as you negotiate security, deposit your stroller frame on the jetway, or hail your taxi from the curb. Add to that Maclaren's ergonomic foam-grip handles, lightweight aluminum frame, and easy one-handed steering, plus a most generous basket for your essentials. It accommodates most infant carrier car seats, and secures them both by latching to the frame and using a security strap as backup. Folds to 44" long. Weight without car seat is 10.6 lbs.

Compatible with: Britax Companion, Peg Perego Primo Viaggio, Graco Snug Ride, Combi Tyro, Evenflo Discovery, Cosco Designer 22, and Eddie Bauer infant car seats.

Find it online at:  Amazon.com  Babies R Us      

Combi Flash EX Universal Car Seat Carrier

Why we recommend it:

The Flash features the compact tri-fold of Combi's travel strollers, with an adjustable shoulder strap to assist with carrying--leaving BOTH hands free to carry your infant's car seat. It also opens with one hand. The Combi flash works with most major manufacturer's infant car seats, and includes a safety strap with a fabric-covered buckle, plus a stroller pack that features two bottle pockets and a zippered storage pouch. Folds to 15" x 8.7" x 31". Weighs 11 lbs.

Compatible with: Combi Connection, Combi Tyro and Tyro II, Graco Snug Ride, Snug Ride DX5 and LX5, Century Smart Fit Supreme, Assura Smart Fit Plus 22, Smart Fit Plus 22V, Smart Fit Elite, Avanta SE and DX, Evenflo Portabout, Evenflo Discovery, Cosco EddieBauer, and Peg Perego Primo Viaggio infant car seats.

Find it online at:  Amazon.com   Babies R Usicon   Baby Universe   Elite Car Seats

Graco SnugRider

Why we recommend it:

Bells and whistles. The Graco Snugrider is not the lightest weight or most compactly folding stroller frame, but with two parent cup holders, a height-adjustable handle, 6" wheels, and a large storage basket, you may prefer it--if you have a Graco SnugRide car seat. (It may also be used with the Graco SafeSeat, but it was designed to work best with the SnugRide). It quickly and securely locks the car seat in place, and folds with one hand with an automatic storage latch. Weight without car seat is 12.5 lbs.

Compatible with: The Graco SnugRide (or Graco Infant SafeSeat).

Find it online at:  Amazon.com  Babies R Usicon   Baby Ageicon   Baby Universe   Elite Car Seats

Snap N Go Double LX

Why we recommend it:

One of a kind. It's not easy traveling with twins--but being able to keep both infants snug and secure in their infant carrier car seats much of the time can definitely help. While there aren't many travel systems that accommodate two infant car seats, the Snap N Go Double stroller frame will, and it accepts most major brands. Also includes a large basket underneath for storage, a parent tray with two cup holders, and a padded foam handle for comfort. Folds with one hand to 20" x 14" x 47.5. Weighs 18 lbs.

Compatible with: Baby Trend Latch Loc, Cosco Designer 22 and 35, Peg Perego Primo Viaggio, Evenflo Cozy Carry, Evenflo Portabout, Evenflo On My Way, Century Vante, and Graco SnugRide and SafeSeat.

Find it online at:  Amazon.com  Babies R Us  Baby Age   Baby Universe  

 

 

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