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bumbleride Indie Review

All stroller reviews

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• Introduction
  
• Seat design and function
  
• Child Safety Harness
  
• Hood or Canopy
  
• Handle design and function
  
• Storage
  
• Wheels and Brakes
  
• Fold mechanism
  
• Manoeuvrability
  
• Size
  
• Accessories
  
• Conclusion and Rating
  

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Review by: Mel

Introduction

Bumbleride - 'The Ride of your life' is their motto and the Indie has certainly won a place in my heart: all-terrain, lightweight, fantastic hood and extra large storage basket. The Indie really does tick off a lot of boxes in the quest for the Holy Grail that is “The Perfect Pram”.

Handle design and function

The handle height on the Indie will have something to suit all parents. At the lowest setting it is 63cm/24.5” and by extending the handle to the highest position it reaches 115cm/45”. To adjust the handle press in the handle adjust buttons on either side of the handle and move to desired position.

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Storage

The under seat basket on the Indie is an extra large size. It has fantastic access and will fit even the largest nappy bag. The Indie also comes with a side mounted cup holder and a zip pocket on the back of the hood.

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Wheels and Brakes

The Indie has 3 x 12” air filled wheels; the front wheel can be locked for better manoeuvrability on tougher terrain. It can also swivel 360 degrees for the ultimate in manoeuvrability.

The Indie has a locking brake, which is a lever system over the rear wheels. It is easy to use, with a simple down to lock, up to unlock movement.

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Fold mechanism

The fold mechanism is a two stage fold. To fold ensure the front wheel is unlocked and at the most forward position, then simply move the two fold levers either side of the handle up. The Indie seat will fold forward exposing the black fold strap, grab the strap and pull up to complete the fold. Secure the Indie closed with the two manual locks located on either side of your stroller.

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Manoeuvrability

If you want a one-hand push all terrain stroller then look no further than the Indie. Its lightweight chassis makes one handed manoeuvering over rough terrain a breeze. On the floor of the shops it is quick and nimble. It is a perfect all round stroller.

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Size

Unfolded dimensions:
Width by length: 64x92cm/25”x36”

Folded dimensions
Width by length by height: 64x79x47cm/25x31x18”

Weight:
Seat, wheels, basket and hood on: 10.3kg/22lbs



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Accessories

The Indie comes standard with a belly bar/car seat adaptor and a cup holder. Optional accessories such as, carrycots, liner/footmuffs, non PVC rain covers, and a handy little accessory called a snack pack can all be purchased separately. Most are available in coordinating fabrics.

Snack Pack
The Snack Pack attaches to the frame at the same point the bumper bar does. It sits on its own frame, which must be removed before folding the Indie. The Snack Pack zips open to reveal an easy wipe clean internal compartment with a drink and snack section. You can Velcro the opening underneath the snack pack so it is out of the way while your child uses the tray. Snack Packs are available in all current colour ways to match your stroller

Footmuff
The footmuff for the Indie comes in matching colour ways to the Bumbleride lines. The liner zips off from the footmuff to create a reversible liner and when the weather cools down the footmuff can be zipped back into place to protect your child from the weather. To install the foot muff follow the harness adjustment instructions.



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Summary and Rating

Pros

• Light and agile
• Multi position recline including flat position
• Huge hood
• Huge shopping basket

Cons

• Snack Pack (optional accessory) must be removed before folding.

Conclusion

The Indie is light enough to be used as an everyday stroller and fits well into a standard sedan boot. I found it easier to load it in with wheels on the top which is upside down to what is intuitive but it does make the stroller slide in much easier. The Indie fits comfortably on public transport and moves effortlessly about the shops, and with a very generous shopping basket it will soon become your shopping stroller of choice.

The Indie is fantastic to push outdoors and the amazing sun protection offered by the hood certainly makes getting outdoors something you will want to do more of.

Rating

Overall Rating(out of 5)

Seat Rating

Harness Rating

Hood/Canopy Rating

Handle Design Rating

Storage Rating

Brakes Rating

Fold Rating

Wheels Rating

Manoeuvrability Rating

Accessories Rating

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