Jane Powertwin Reviews and Specifications
Powertwin 2005 |  |
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| Suitability | ||
| This pram is suitable | From birth | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 14.8 kg | 32.6 lbs |
| Seat | ||
| Seat capacity | 20 kg | 44.0 lbs |
| Can direction of seat be reversed? | No | |
| Wheels | ||
| Number of Wheels that Swivel | 1 | |
| Handle | ||
| Handle height adjustable? | Yes | |
| Handle reversible? | No | |
| Toddler seat | ||
| Toddler Seat Option? | Not available | |
| Bassinet | ||
| Bassinet | Not available | |
Reader Reviews
Not Too Great
Reviewed by: Emily from North New Jersey, Sep 03, 2008General Review
I was so excited to find this jogger-type double stroller that was front to back, instead of side-by-side, but I really have been disappointed. I have an 18 month old daughter and a 2 month old son and thought it would be perfect. Luckily my daughter is tiny, only 20 pounds, or else she would not have fit in the front seat. Her head was touching the top of the seat, and I did fold over the material to solve the problem. However, when I have the sun shade over her, she sits so tall in the seat that she can't see out. She keeps pushing it back and then she's out in the sun. Also, the back seat only accomodates an infant car seat if the front seat is sitting straight up. This is not comfortable for the toddler in front.Pros
Wheels handle bumps easily and it is a nice looking stroller. The back seat reclines comfortably for a newborn. The front wheel locks or pivots.Cons
Front seat is too small and uncomfortable for a toddler, the stroller pulls to the right, the tires constantly need pumping, the stroller is very top-heavy and easily tipsDO NOT BUY THIS STROLLER
Reviewed by: Karen from New York, Jun 11, 2008General Review
This stroller is horrible. Pulls to the right, the wheels have to get pumped up every month and it gets FILTHY with no way to clean it. I give it a negative 5. When you call the US distributor to get help, they are unhelpful and will not support the product. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY. It is also extremely uncomfortable for the children and the child is the front seat has no real support for their feet. The front wheel also locks constantly so you cant turn corners.Pros
NONECons
EVERYTHING ABOUT IT.disappointed
Reviewed by: molly green from nsw, Sep 25, 2007General Review
sounds great in theoryPros
states suitable from birthCons
not suitable from birth for twins so why is it called powertwinSolution: "Frame" around front seat - design fla
Reviewed by: Elly from New York, US , Mar 13, 2007General Review
Stacey, the frame around the front seat can be folded over backwards, (takes a few tries, since the material is very stiff) and it will stick out in back instead of front. They should have made a way to zip it on or off, it does get annoying.Pros
Great stroller. I've had it for a year now. whenever I see someone else pushing it I know why I love it so muchCons
Be very careful. My stroller tipped over sideways. (I was stupid enough to go over a mound of snow) but all that my kids suffered were a few scrapes and bruises and they are totally ok. I'm more shaken up than they were!"Frame" around front seat - design flaw
Reviewed by: Stacey from New York, USA, Mar 12, 2007General Review
See cons below. I thought that I found the perfect stroller until my son sat in it!Pros
Everything everyone else mentioned only I had to return it due to the cons below...Cons
I recently purchased this (it might be the 2006 model) for my newborn and 22 month old son. My son loved to sit in the front but his head hit the top of the seat and so he couldn't sit back all the way. There is a material/cardboard 'frame' around the seats that doesn't remove and restricts his movement, as such I have to return it. My son is small for his age, 24 pounds and 32 inches so I can't understand this happens to us and not other people...Input is appreciated.Fantastic
Reviewed by: Yvonne from UK, Jan 14, 2007General Review
Absolute gem! large comfortable padded seats. slim design, easy to push, both kids get a great view, suitable from birth to 3 possibly four if you had to?? mine were 6 weeks and 23 months when I bought it and I could not have got out without it!Nice soft ride for the little ones and the front seat has panoramic views!! ideal for a nosey toddler.Pros
Looks fabpeople are getting fed up of 3 wheels now...but its ok...they do it in 4 wheels too!
Great ride for both children
can take a lot of weight
Cons
That flipping tiny switch on the front wheel...slightest touch and swivel is off. A clever toddler can cause chaos with this when they want to!!terrible storage, small and hard to get to.
So don't ever put your baby bag on the handle bar and tacke front passenger out..never tipped on me but felt unsafe. But with no bag..no problem.
Monster raincover!
And max height very low...i'm 5"8 and it was low for me.
But still the best double on the market...shop around though can be pricey. Hope this helps!
Worth what it costs
Reviewed by: Jane from NSW, Oct 20, 2006General Review
The best double pram we've found so far (for an infant and toddler).Pros
Agree with everything above.Cons
Just wanted to mention one thing that annoys us, which is that the toddler (in front) often kicks the wheel lock and there is no way to adjust this feature. So all of a sudden, it sometimes becomes hard to steer until we undo the lock again. But other than that and the crappy storage, it's a fabulous pram!Fantasic Pusher
Reviewed by: Kathryn from SA, Australia, Oct 04, 2006General Review
I have had this pusher for a couple of months and love it. I have a 3yo and a 21 month old and they love it too. I have 3yo in front as he will keep his feet on footboard and 21 month old loves sitting higher. Fantasic to steer, fits anywhere a normal jogger does(doorways etc) Love the handbrake. I live in a small country town and this has created lots of interest. Basket is smallish but when my 21 month old drops her shoe or dummy it lands straight in basket(very handy!)Pros
Steering.Design.
Colour, Orange is lovely.
Width, fits anywhere.
Handbrake.
Easy Fold.
Seat Recline, both my kids can sleep at the same time.(not possible with toddler seat on my last jogger)
Cons
Small storage, I bought a net bag with a zip compartment and bottle holders to attach to handles for $30. A small price to pay for such a great pusher.Great stroller, looks nice as well
Reviewed by: Rachel from USA, Sep 19, 2006General Review
I waited about six months for this stroller to arrive in the US. From ALL double strollers, it is definately the cutest looking and easiest to maneuver through grocery stores. I have a toddler and a 6 month old. Jane suggests putting the smaller child in back because the seat reclines more easily, however, I put him in front because the steering is more balanced that way and because the baby's feet kick the front seat, annoying his older sibling. I never tried walking outside with my infant seat placed in the stroller, but it does fit in the front seat when the foam cushion is unzipped from the front bar.Pros
Maneuvers very, very easily when heavier child is in back.Cons
tiny tiny basket! Doesn't fit so easily in my trunk but definately would fit if you have a mini van, SUV or if your car has an exceptionally large trunk. Doesn't come with cup holder.handles great! No cargo space!
Reviewed by: alia glasgow from california, usa, Jun 03, 2006General Review
Over all I really do like this stroller and have recommended it to friends. I have tried side by side joggers and find them bulky, so with the other options out there this is my top pick!
Pros
Pros: easy to manuver, fits though doorways and down shopping isles, back seat reclines all the way down, (great for a new born) easy to collapse and folds down small enough to fit in large trunk, hand brake for jogging and foot brake for around town, Nice looking design too!Cons
Cons: for such a large stroller there is very little cargo space, basket is small and hard to get into, no parent or kid console, very small foot board over front wheel(my two year old loves to drag his foot on the wheel, not so safe!) recline bar to adjust the seat position is not smooth at all and mine gets stuck!Great twin jogger
Reviewed by: Becc from melbourne Australia, May 29, 2006General Review
l have just bought this pram and l love it.The back seat is higher than the front, bub in the back can see over the front ones head. This is very important.