BOB vs Chicco: What’s the Best Jogging Stroller for You?

If you’re a parent who enjoys keeping fit by jogging or running, you’ll need a stroller that’s up to the task. Since their appearance over a decade ago, jogging or all-terrain strollers have become extremely popular, and there are lots of brands and models to choose from.

Chicco is a much-loved brand that produces a wide range of strollers designed for different environments and lifestyles. Contrastingly, BOB specializes in creating strollers that are aimed squarely at active families who enjoy sharing adventurous off-road activities. In this article, we take a closer look at how Chicco’s Tre jogging stroller compares with BOB’s jogger and all-terrain range. If you’re looking for a jogging stroller, you must read this!

Now, let’s find out more about the two manufacturers.

Chicco: Knowledge. Experience. Scientific expertise

The Italian company, Chicco, produces a comprehensive range of kids’ gear, including strollers. Chicco’s products are well-built and intuitively designed, so you can be sure that your purchase will serve you well for many years.

BOB: On-road, off-road fitness

US firm, BOB, first appeared in 1991 with the launch of a revolutionary single-track bicycle trailer, which proved to be a hit with touring cyclists. On the back of this success, BOB’s designers created a super-lightweight all-terrain stroller that was aimed at parents who like to travel off-road with their children.

Since 2011, BOB has appeared under the Britax brand, and their range of jogging and all-terrain strollers has gone from strength to strength.

Chicco Tre Jogging Stroller vs. BOB Jogging Strollers

Now, let’s compare and contrast Chicco’s Tre jogging stroller with BOB’s range of joggers to see which model would be your best buy.

Price-wise, Chicco and BOB strollers fall into a similar bracket. But which stroller gives you the best value for money?

Chicco Tre Jogging Stroller

The Chicco Tre jogging stroller is packed with features that will appeal to the serious jogger or runner.

Firstly, the Tre weighs 28.5 pounds and will take a child of up to 50 pounds. If you have a newborn, you can remove the Tre’s seat and replace it with a Chicco Keyfit car seat to create a compact travel system.

Like most jogging strollers, the Tre has a super-adjustable handlebar that can be set in five positions to fit parents of different heights. More importantly, on the handlebar is a brake, allowing you to restrain the stroller without having to interrupt your stride. That’s an important safety feature, enabling you to slow the stroller down when you’re running downhill. Furthermore, you can lock and unlock the front swivel wheel via a hand-controlled switch as you negotiate different terrain.

The Tre has a generous sun canopy with a peek-a-boo window, allowing you to keep an eye on your child as you run. Additionally, the canopy is extendable and has a flip-up tinted window and mesh vent. There’s a bumper bar, a five-point padded safety harness, and a comfy padded seat that can be reclined to multiple positions.

The Chicco Tre is a three-wheeler, as is standard for most joggers. The Tre’s rear wheels are pretty big at 16 inches, and the tires are air-filled. As a result, when those wheels are combined with the sophisticated suspension system, your passenger will enjoy a smooth, bump-free ride over any terrain. All the wheels are spoked, like bicycle wheels so pushing the stroller is a breeze.

Despite its rugged appearance, the Tre folds up to a compact package that you can fit into your car trunk comfortably.

Check out this video of the Tre in action: 

BOB Ironman

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The BOB Ironman jogger is designed for parents who want to continue serious training after their baby’s arrival.

The Ironman’s frame is made from lightweight aluminum alloy to keep the vehicle’s weight down to a mere 22 pounds, making it much lighter than the Tre. Also, the frame comes with a reassuring five-year warranty. Despite the stroller’s light weight, this rugged machine can handle a hefty child of up to 70 pounds. The Duallie double version of the Ironman can accommodate two kids of 50 pounds each.

For superior maneuverability and handling, the Ironman has a fixed front wheel. Also, you can adjust the tracking to keep the stroller running straight. The Ironman has three 16-inch, high-pressure tires all around. That, combined with the suspension system and shock absorbers, ensures that your child will enjoy a smooth ride.

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Unlike the Tre, the Ironman has a rear-wheel parking brake that’s foot-activated. However, there is a front-wheel brake that’s activated via a button on the handlebar, and there’s also a safety wrist tether that enables you to slow the stroller when you’re moving downhill or approaching a road crossing.

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Additionally, storage on the Ironman is pretty impressive. For example, it includes a large storage basket under the seat, a pocket on the seat back plus two interior seat pockets that will take snacks, small toys, and a sippy cup.

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The Ironman’s seat is super-comfy and includes extra support for your child. There are a seat recline feature and a five-point, well-padded safety harness that can be adjusted to allow for your child’s growth.

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Although you can’t use the Ironman stroller seat for newborns and babies up to six months old, you can purchase a car seat from other big brands, including Chicco, Peg Perego, and Graco. That will allow you to create a travel system that’s safe to use for a young infant until they’re old enough to ride in the stroller’s seat.

Check out this video of the BOB Ironman in action:

BOB Sport Utility

If you want a stroller that will handle off-road journeys on trails and the like, mostly at a jogging pace, the BOB Sport Utility could be the best choice of jogging stroller for you.

Firstly, the Sport Utility has fat, heavily textured tires that are designed to give superior traction on uneven ground, and teamed with shock absorbers, provides a smooth ride and easy push. Additionally, like the Ironman, the Sport Utility has three 16-inch wheels, the front wheel being fixed for increased stability, and you can adjust the tracking too.

Like the Tre, the Sport Utility has a quick, two-step fold and a lightweight frame for hassle-free transport and convenient storage. However, this stroller will take a child of up to 70 pounds, far outstripping the capacity of the Tre.

The Sport Utility has a similar braking set-up to the Ironman with a foot-action rear wheel parking brake and a hand-activated front brake for slowing. There’s a safety tether too.

If you want to take a day’s kiddy essentials with you when you hit the trails, you’ll appreciate the generous storage options. For example, there’s an underseat storage basket, sizeable seat-back pocket, and two interior seat pouches.

Although you can’t use the stroller for a baby under six months, all BOB strollers are car seat compatible with major brands, including Peg Perego, Chicco, and Graco. So if you plan on doing any serious running over very bumpy tracks with your child on board, BOB recommends that you wait until your youngster is at least one year old.

Take a look at this video clip of the Sport Utility being put through its paces.

BOB Rambler

BOB’s Rambler stroller is slightly less expensive than many of their other models; nevertheless, it still comes with plenty of appealing features for the outdoorsy parent.

The Rambler is lighter than the Tre at just over 25 pounds, and like all BOB’s strollers, it can be converted to a travel system for a newborn. Older kids will enjoy riding in the comfy, super-padded seat that you can adjust to a deep recline for napping or put upright so that your child can enjoy the view. BOB’s trademark full-coverage UPF 50+ canopy and large storage basket are big plus points. Also, for extra maneuverability, the Rambler has a lockable swivel front wheel that makes the stroller suitable for urban and country activities.

The air-filled tires are just 12 inches in diameter, that’s slightly smaller than those on the Tre and BOB’s other joggers. Nonetheless, the mountain-bike style suspension system still gives a smooth ride. A one-step, foot-activated parking brake keeps the stroller stationary when required.

On the negative side, the Rambler’s handlebar is not adjustable, and the height of 39 inches could be too low for taller parents.

You can see the Rambler in action in this video clip.

BOB Revolution Flex 2 and Flex 3 Jogging Stroller

The BOB Revolution Flex 2 is explicitly designed for jogging and running with your baby on board.

You can use the Revolution from a newborn infant to a toddler weighing up to 75 pounds so that this stroller will last you many years. The Revolution Flex is compatible with infant car seats and folds up neatly into a compact package that will fit comfortably in most car trunks.

Parents praise the smooth handling of the Revolution Flex, including its locking swivel front wheel, air-filled tires, and suspension system. Tall and short parents will love the Revolution Flex’s nine-position adjustable handlebar that also has a wrist tether for extra safety while jogging.

The comfy, well-padded, ventilated seat reclines to an almost flat position, and your child will be protected from the intense sun by the extra-large, UPF 50+ canopy.

BOB makes a Duallie version of the Revolution Flex 2 that is perfect for twins or siblings of similar ages. The stroller’s seats can each take a child of up to 50 pounds.

To see a video of the Revolution Flex 2, click below.

And here is a clip of the Duallie version.

BOB Revolution PRO Jogging Stroller

Another favorite in the Revolution range is the PRO jogging stroller. Like all the Revolution strollers, the PRO is built to perform in the city and over rugged, rural terrain.

Essentially, the PRO has all the features of the Flex strollers with a few notable differences. The PRO weighs just 23 pounds and folds up easily to a tiny parcel that you can fit into your car trunk or store in a cupboard.

Furthermore, your child is assured of a smooth, comfortable ride thanks to the ultra-padded, multi-position reclining seat, precision suspension system, and stroller’s air-filled tires. The stroller’s swivel front wheel is also lockable for extra stability over rough ground.

Additionally, your little one will be kept secure and safe in their well-padded seat by the adjustable, no-rethread harness. The seat is ventilated for comfort on a very warm day, and there’s an extra-large UPF 50+ canopy to keep your child cool and protected from the sun’s harmful rays.

You can adjust the PRO’s handlebar to suit your height, and there’s a hand-activated brake to give you greater control over the stroller when you’re moving downhill.

Wrapping it up

If you’re on the lookout for a high-quality jogging stroller that you can use to transport your child safely and in comfort while you’re keeping fit, the Chicco Tre and BOB’s range of joggers have you covered.

The Chicco Tre is very well-equipped and can be used for a newborn baby, provided you fit an infant car seat. Moreover, the Tre has some great safety features, including a hand-operated brake on the stroller’s adjustable handlebar, and the suspension system and air-filled tires assure your passenger of a comfy ride. The main drawback to the Tre is that it is pretty heavy, so you’ll need to be fit if you’re planning on jogging in a hilly area with a 50-pound child on board!

All the strollers in BOB’s range of jogging models are incredibly robust and are built to withstand the rigors of off-road travel with your child. BOB’s joggers are constructed with an aluminum frame, making them super-light and easy to push. With your child’s comfort in mind, BOB’s joggers all have a hi-tech suspension system, large wheels, and air-filled tires, so you’ll glide smoothly across the roughest ground with ease.

On balance, we would have to say that BOB’s strollers are perhaps most suitable for those who want to take a walk on the wild side. However, if you want a stroller that you can use for daily errands, trips into town, and the occasional outing to the park or more rural territory, the Tre might be perfect for you.

 

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