InStep Grand Safari Swivel Wheel Jogger, Gray/Yellow
From Pacific Cycle
| List Price: | $159.99 |
| Price: | $149.99 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. |
Product Description
Front swivel with remote lock out. Faux lambskin seat pad adds warmth and comfort. Molded parent tray with two cup holders adds convenience. Pivoting, molded child tray with two cup holders. Rubberized, adjustable handle is comfortable and slip resistant. Exposed spring suspension delivers a smooth ride. Built-in MP3 speaker keeps child entertained. Dual trigger folding mechanism offers uncompromising safety. 12 in. front and 16 in. rear pneumatic tires with molded rims. Provides performance and style. Gray and Yellow. Warranty: One year limited. Yellow and gray color. Unfolded: 49 in. L x 23 in. W x 43.75 in. H. Folded: 22.75 in. L x 24.5 in. W x 25 in. H. Weight: 33 lbs. If you are craving a run on the open road, a jog on a path with your little one or just a leisurely walk in the park our joggers are ideal. This traditional jogging stroller design is a stylish and comfortable way to spend quality time with your children while squeezing in a workout for yourself!
Product Details
- Size: One Size
- Color: Gray/Yellow
- Brand: Pacific Cycle
- Model: 11-AR183
- Released on: 2009-12-01
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 14.00" h x19.00" w x35.00" l,37.00 pounds
Features
- 12? front / 16? rear pneumatic tires with molded rims provide performance and style ? front swivel includes remote lock out
- Molded parent tray with two cup holders adds convenience
- Dual trigger folding mechanism offers uncompromising safety, Rubberized, adjustable handle is comfortable and slip resistant
- Pivoting, molded child tray with two cup holders, Exposed spring suspension delivers a smooth ride
- Built-in MP3 speaker keeps child entertained, Faux lambskin seat pad adds warmth and comfort
Most helpful customer reviews
148 of 150 people found the following review helpful.I already have a travel system stroller, which I love, but needed something to actually go running with. I also know that I want to have more than one child, so I didn't want to spend a ton on a jogging stroller when I knew I'd need to upgrade to a double someday. This stroller met many of my requirements, works great and best of all is a great price.I have had the stroller about 3 months and go running on average 10 miles a week. Here are my pros/cons:Pros:-Great price-sun shade moves all the way forward and back so no matter what direction you're facing, the child's face is always shaded-Handle bar is adjustable, great for my husband who is taller-front wheel has remote swivel lock so you don't have to go to the front to actually lock it, just press the button while it's moving and you can lock/unlock-has a child tray-mp3 mini speaker for child (I don't really use this though because my child doesn't listen to my audio books)-smooth ride (nice big air tires and springs) and easy steering-has a wrist strap (good for if you don't want the stroller to get ahead of you going down hills)-The wheels come off and on super easy for storage-child seat reclinesCons:-the handle bar is plastic, so when your hands start sweating it becomes obnoxious to grip. I solved this by buying a foam, zipper on handle from stroll-air-the mp3 speaker cord is not very long, so if you have to move the sun shade all the way forward, chances are you won't be able to leave your mp3 player in the cup holder to reach the speaker (but it comes out of it's little pocket on the sunshade, so you could just put it in the cup holder as well)-the manual says most infant car seats will fit. It comes with a strap, but if your car seat doesn't have notches (like my Chicco Keyfit 30)to fit in the cup holders, then it's not very stable. I think as long as it has notches though, it should work fine. My child is 9 months anyway, so she doesn't need to be in her infant seat.-Compared to my Chicco travel system stroller, it's a little on the heavy side. I don't take it shopping with me because it's a little awkward to get in and out of my car's trunk (and heavier). For running though, I don't mind. The ride is so smooth and the little added weight gives me a good workout!Overall the pros outweigh the cons for me and I would definitely recommend this stroller if you want the features without the price.
79 of 90 people found the following review helpful.I have used this stroller for 6 months now, 2-4 times a week on average I'd say. I loved the value of it - in terms of the features it has for the cost. It came down to getting this or a Bob... which is a LOT more money, and I'm frugal and a SAHM on a budget, so I went with the Grand Safari. I bragged to all my friends about how silly Bob's are to not even come with cup holders! Haha, joke's on me!While out on a 4-miler yesterday, the front wheel came clear off. Just... popped off. LUCKILY I had slowed down to a walk as I was going around a 90-degree corner downtown. I was planning on popping into the library really quickly, so I was going to go into swivel mode. I had just flipped it to swivel mode from locked (as I was WALKING)... and then the thing lurched. I looked down to see that the wheel and the metal U-shaped thing that holds it were all bent at a funny angle. I just thank God this didn't happen while I was at full speed. We both would have crashed... badly.I had to do my best to reattach the wheel so that we could walk home. I had to cut my run short, this happened 2 miles in. As I walked home, the fact that I nearly crashed set in, and I decided that I was NOT using this stroller again no matter what. It just did not feel safe anymore and I did NOT trust it. Also, even just walking home, it didn't push quite right anymore. Something had gotten bent/broken on it when the wheel came off.Now, I need to say that I've been training for competitive races for 3 years now. I've been running with a jogging stroller of some kind for a year. I've used THIS model for 6 months. I'm not an idiot. I know HOW to run with a jogger. I check the air pressure on all tires every other run.Yesterday morning, I put air in all the tires (which is a HUGE pain in the ass on the front wheel, even with a specially-designed pump). That's all I did. I didn't mess with the quick release wheel mechanism. I NEVER have messed with it. EVER.When I got home, I put my son down for his nap and IMMEDIATELY contacted In Step... thinking that surely a company who makes BABY products would have excellent customer service and be eager to help me be as safe as possible. I asked to talk to someone about a warranty claim, as this stroller supposedly has a 1-year warranty. The rep I was connected with was vaguely sympathetic, but very firm in that it was somehow MY FAULT. She was convinced that either I had loosened the quick-release wheel or had been running with it in swivel mode. I argued with her, and told her 3 separate times that I had not messed with the wheel and that I'm not stupid and was NOT running in swivel mode. The very suggestion of it is kind of laughable, as the stroller wobbles dangerously at even a fast walk in swivel mode - it would be pretty much impossible to really run with it. She finally said that what they could do under the warranty was send me replacement parts. I said thanks but no thanks, I am not using an unsafe product with my first born son in it, and that I will not be giving In Step any more of my money ever again (we have a bike trailer from them that we LOVE though).Thank goodness for Amazon. I called them up and explained what happened, and how this is a BABY product which I have SERIOUS safety concerns about. They allowed me to return the stroller for a full refund, with prepaid shipping, even though my return window expired 30 days after I bought it. I'm so glad about this. I would not feel good even selling this stroller on Craigslist.Now I am going to be taking my refunded money and investing in a Bob Revolution. With as much running as I do, I probably should have gotten one all along... but I was trying to be frugal. I will say that this is a good stroller in terms of features & function - my son loved the comfy seat pad, the tray & cup holders, the mp3 speaker. I enjoyed the adjustable handle bar, the cup holders & small storage on the parent try. I found the basket size to be adequate. I liked the colors and the adjustable sunshade with the peekaboo window too.If you are just looking for a stroller that's NOT a travel system one and don't plan on doing any serious running with it, then it's probably fine. But please be CAREFUL with it. Check the wheel attachments and air pressure every time you go out, and only switch from locked to swivel with caution. I wouldn't run with it at all. If you are interested in jogging or running at ALL, just save yourself the time & trouble and get a Bob... avoid this stroller and In Step's awful, careless concept of "customer service" and "warranties" like the plague.ETA: I did wind up reporting this incident to the CPSC. Unfortunately, it seems that InStep/Pacific Cycle continues to pass the buck on this matter. But, it's there... if more parents run into this issue, please report it. If enough people have the same problem - and REPORT it - then a recall will happen, and InStep/Pacific Cycle will be forced to make this product safer.You can look up my report on saferproducts.gov under this number: 20110701-AE9B4-2147477653.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful.Awesome product! The movable shade is what sets this stroller apart from others for me. Handles great and keeps baby safe. Is a bit bulky for loading up in a car and storage but that seems to be a general thing about jogging strollers. I've had NO trouble with the wheels getting wobbly or brakes being twitchy on this stroller, those are problems I've heard other strollers having. Also, I just love the color :)UPDATE 2013: Almost 3 years and this stroller is still going strong. I now use it for my second little one. The wheels still function great with no wobbles. It can be a pain to get air into the front tire; The bulky plastic makes it impossible to fit a regular air pump nozzle onto the little air spout. I have to use my brothers air compressor whenever I need air in that front tire. The only other complaint I have is the harness straps are a bit short, although my first daughter is very tall (98th percentile), so that is also something to consider. All in all though, a great stroller. I've used it a lot over the last few years, at the park, around the neighborhood, on vacations, and it hasn't failed me yet.PROS:Great priceDurableMoveable sunshade (this really is the best)CONS:Hassle to get air into the front tireHarness straps are a little short
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