Is the front wheel fixed. If we need to turn, do we lift the stroller always?
251700
The front wheel is fixed, and yet to turn while running, I never felt like I had to jerk the stroller sideways or lift it in order to turn. e.g. turning around a corner while running, I would just point it in the that direction and run. Our previous lemon jogger did have that jerking/lifting sensation to turn and it was awful. This is an awesome jogger.
251701
Yes it is fixed,however my daughter likes this much better and feels you have a lot more control of the stroller.She says that is no problem turning even if you have to turn! She loves this stroller it is very well built! I hope this helps you.
251702
The front wheel is fixed on this model but there is an option for a front wheel that turns. Kind of wish we bought that one but once you get used to the fixed front wheel it's fine.
251703
Depends on how fast you are going. When I walk, yes. When running, no. Also, sometimes it is a natural response to lift the front tire.
251704
Yes. We bought this stroller a few months back. Although it is BEAUTIFUL, I disagree with the responders below. It sucks having to put pressure down on the bar all the time to lift the wheel. My elbows, wrists and arms hurt after a while. We live in the Bay Area - lots of turns and twists on trails and streets. Will likely be selling this model VERY soon. Not happy. One bit.
1313756
Honestly it was wonderful! I loved it but the front wheel did get stuck when the snow was deep I live in queens ny I did trade this stroller in when I found out it was recalled I now have a mama papa armadillo and it is perfect this stroller can grow with your baby hope this helped
1805886
Yes, the wheels turn. Steering a bit tight, but am sure that will loosen up a bit with use.
1255924
Yes-I bought mine through Amazon and while traveling my stroller was damaged while in the bag on a Delta Flight-I contacted uppababy baby and gave them all the info they requested and they replaced both wheels on my carriage that were damaged for free and my carriage is as good as new!
425055
Hi, we love the stroller and use it all the time, unfortunately, it does not face backward.
346335
I have never used that stroller and I am also not a serious runner, but the front wheel on this doesn't swivel. I love my single bob which does swivel. It's light and moves well, but I would get the swivel.
1622800
YES , It has a conveniantly located and well positioned lever on the side of the stroller to lock and unlock the front wheel. The lever can be used while the stroller is in motion or standing still.
763502
Oh yes. We have a 3 & 1/2 granddaughter who loves her babies. The stroller is tough. The front wheels doesn't rotate aroundher. But for the money a good one.
1408214
This is going to sound stupid but i'll say it anyway. The front end of the stroller is so light that you can push down on the handle and lift the stroller off the ground while you jog. I do it all the time because of the wobbly non-lockable front wheel. I'm not fond of it. But it is what it is. Other than that, I think the stroller is a good one. Just can't have kids that are too big (about 4 yrs old is max) because the belts don't allow for large kids, nor is there much leg room. My 4 yr. old boy (sorta big for his size) and slightly tiny/thin 2-1/2 yr. old girl are shoulder-to-shoulder in the stroller. Good thing they don't fight too much.....
324124
I have had no problem with the front wheels. Carrying a 60 lb bulldog. The stroller itself needs some better steering capabilites. Sometimes it is very hard to make corners and other turns.
599820
The front wheel does shake quite a bit, so I would tilt the entire stroller when running. It's a great workout when you have to do that!!
16551
Yes, the front wheel swivels, the rear wheels do not. I can stand in one place and do a 360' turn. So, the answer is "yes"!
1684103
I have used this stroller on very crooked/cracked sidewalks and the front wheels have never come apart. I go over bumps more slowly, tipping the stroller front up a little before going over the bump, so perhaps that's why it's never broken.
539384
I had the same issue. Call Baby Jogger; they'll replace the front wheel if you're still under warranty.
471791
we didn't have this problem. thething we had a problem with was the turning radius of the front tires...without wobbling. They sent us new tires..that eliminated the problem.
723194
Yes it does. We had a hard time make sure all the gears stayed together but it does turn the front wheel. Our steering wheel comes off all the time though.
1567365
You have to pick it up to turn, it is not easy to operate especially with a major leg surgery. I bought one that you can actually turn the front wheel it was so easy to use. I used it for 10 weeks