BOB Ironman Sport Utility Stroller Duallie in Yellow
- Suspension system capable of 3 inches of travel, provides for an exceptionally smooth the ride31.4lbs
- Fixed front wheel for superior off-road performance. 1.5" high pressure slick tires (road bike). Narrow width fits through standard 32" door.
- Large independant canopies, infinitely adjustable; provides an effective shelter from sun and rain
- Fast two-step folding for compact storage and easy travel.Hand activated front wheel brake acts as a slowing mechanism.Rear wheel foot activated parking brake locks both wheels.
- Adjustable 5 point harness; complies with ASTM safety standards, padded for comfort, sewn into the seat fabric and connected to the frame for added safety
Product Description
The Ironman Duallie Sport Utility Stroller by BOB has all the same unique suspension, folding, seat, canopy, and storage features of the Ironman(R), with roomy seats for two kids that independently recline. Incredibly compact for a two-seat jogging stroller. The Ironman™ Duallie includes stainless-steel spokes and aluminum wheels to reduce weight and improve handling and performance. Additional features include: quick-release wheels, easy-folding design improve portability, independent reclining seats, suspension system capable of three inches' travel minimizes bouncing/vibrations, stainless-steel spokes, and aluminum rims that reduce weight while improving handling and durability. Item must be shipped via UPS. Open: 41"H x 34.5"W x 54"D. Folded: 18.3"H x 40.5"L. Ages 6 months and up to 50 lbs. in each seat. Racing Yellow.
Amazon.com Product Reviews
BOB combines their lightweight sport utility stroller with an Ironman pedigree. The BOB Ironman Duallie stroller is perfect for the parent that is serious about fitness and safety. The stiffer three-inch suspension utilizes shock absorbers (coil springs with an elastomer core) to provide a gentle ride and high performance and has two positions to accommodate bigger and smaller children. The fixed front wheel and 16-inch road slicks have a low profile and high pressure to make it ideal for city and suburban jogging. The one-hand, adjustable tracking knob makes steering a breeze and keeps the stroller centered. The ultralight two-seater stroller weighs in at 31.4 pounds, the frame is made of aircraft-grade aluminum alloy that is lightweight and high strength. The padded, stain-resistant seats are soft and cushy, recline up to 70 degrees from vertical, and have the standard five-point harness to provide maximum stability and comfort. The full, independent sun canopies provide ample shade and protection from the elements for your little passengers, and a front wheel fender shields spray and protects their toes. The canopy windows allow you to keep an eye on baby as well. The wheel rims are aluminum alloy with stainless steel spokes, and the hubs feature a quick release aluminum axle and sealed cartridge bearings. The caliper handbrake slows the stroller with ease, while the foot-activated "parking brake" is simple and handy. Storage is not a problem with twin interior seat pockets, a large below-seat storage basket, and a deep seatback pocket. The two-step fold can be done in one motion, and the lightweight frame makes it portable and stowable. Removing the wheels decreases the height and length significantly for storing in tight spaces. The handlebar height is 41 inches, and the wheel base is 29 inches. They say it meets the "stringent requirements" of the Ironman Triathalon, and there is no doubt about that. But more importantly, it meets the stringent requirements of the performance-minded parent that wants exceptional styling, comfort, safety, and handling. BOB recommends that children be at least eight weeks old before riding in the stroller and at least eight months old before jogging. The stroller has a weight capacity of 100 pounds and 50 lbs per seat. --Scott Teal
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BOB Ironman Sport Utility Stroller Duallie in Yellow
- Baby Product: 0 pages (2006-05-01)
- Publisher: BOB Trailers
- Label: BOB Trailers
- Studio: BOB Trailers
- Average Customer Review:
 based on 4 reviews
- Sales Rank in Baby: #11403
Avg. Customer Review:
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
Customer Rating:
Summary: Best Stroller Ever!!!!!! 2008-10-09
Comment: I searched for months to find the perfect stroller. I found it with this one. My 2 year old loves it and always wants to "hide"(pulling the oversized canopy down in front of her and look up through the skylight). My infant loves it too. She stops crying the second she gets put in.
This stroller is worth every penny. Don't waste your time with others.
I can't find a single con to write about for this stroller. Way to go BOB!!! Job well done.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Effortless 2008-09-12
Comment: I bought this to run behind with some trepidation. I have run behind jogging strollers in the past that were not enjoyable at all. This one is a dream. It literally seems like it has its own engine sometimes. Only trouble with the duallie is running into a stiff wind. Otherwise, everything about this stroller is great. Durable, tracks perfectly (a huge plus), light weight, and the comfort and options with the seating and canopy are the best I have seen. Got caught in the rain and only the girls toes got a few sprinkles (and we don't have the weather shield yet). When the canopy is down the windows give a great view of the kids. The suspension is very smooth. I did add the console for water bottles and cell phone. My other concern with this was its off-road ability because in the literature its seems to indicate that this wouldn't be good over gravel or through the woods on a trail. It is the best stroller I have pushed in those situations. Maybe their other models with-out the slicked tires would go better but as good as this does on those conditions you will never be wanting for another. It is pricey, but if you want something to enjoyably run behind it can't be beat. Spend the money and avoid the frustration.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: As good as advertised - way to go BOB! 2007-08-16
Comment: Background info:
-I bought this to use with my twin boys who were 8 months old and weighed 16 pounds at the time of purchase. My boys fit well in the Ironman Duallie.
-I'm 5'7 and run competitively from 5k to marathon distance - my normal pace for my typical 5-10 mile runs is in the 6:00's (depending on the course).
Product info:
I was so exicited on my first run with the boys that I went out and did an 8 miler. My total time was only off by 6-8 minutes of what I normally run this course in without a stroller. Simple math would tell you that the BOB slows you down about a minute a mile - but that wasn't necessarily the case for me. I was not able to run for the prior eight months, so my time was probably slowed more by my fitness level than the BOB Ironman Duallie.
This stroller has also taken over as the primary stroller for running errands around town.
Pros - the baby harnesses, the shade options, the parking brake, the running hand brake, the portability, the sturdy construction, the gear pockets (for you and the kids), and the height.
Cons - it took me several attempts to get the front wheel aligned so it went straight forward, and the push bar is a little low for some of my taller relatives (6'3" and over).
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Best side by side double on market for 2 kids 2007-07-22
Comment: I have owned and tried so many double strollers, and this is currently the best side-by-side on market for off-roading. I have used this one since my youngest was about 3 months old, and my oldest was 22 months. It's their favorite double stroller.
We also have a Twin Aria (lightest), but can't push it around our neighborhood sidewalks, as a bump in the sidewalk will startle both babies and me pushing (great for glass smooth floored malls, though). Also, bought and returned, the Tike Tech Trax360, that was easy to push on flat ground with the swivel tires, but was 40 pounds, and impossible to go up hills and scary to go down hills with no hand brake (we live in San Francisco, so get to test out on hills quite a bit). Also, have the Phil & Teds, which is fantastic.
Pros:
* Great for running
* Faster running pace, easier to operate (not true for other strollers)
* Gets across bumpy terrain easily
* Kid's favorite color
* Sunshades are huge and come almost all the way down (no need for a Rayshade)
* Pockets for kids to put their stuff on sides of seats.
* Pockets on back of seats for parents' stuff.
* Center of gravity is perfectly balanced for tilting and turning.
* Quality buckles that are easy to operate.
* Great suspension (no startling bumps).
* Kids say seats are comfortable.
Cons:
* More difficult to turn on slow walks (I just drag the front wheel instead of doing the tilt back and turn).
* Not apparent on how to use parking brake.
Keep in mind that you can't have it all. I wanted swivel wheels, but then you have added weight and no hand brake which can be agonizing when going down hills.
The Ironman Duallie is great for running. I walk up to the top of Strawberry Hill in Golden Gate Park here in San Francisco, and run down fast with this stroller using the handbrake to slow the pace some. I feel my kids are safe, and they absolutely love the ride. The Phil & Teds Buggy also does this feat too but I can't run as fast with that one because can't run behind it (have to run to the side). My kids beam with joy in the Ironman Duallie stroller. When I ask my oldest which stoller should we take today, his answer is always "the yellow double stroller." I use the Phil & Teds more often now because it's so light, though, and I have bad wrists. The Phil & Ted's is easlier for me to throw into the car and take out. I take the Ironman Duallie for special outings with kids, and use the Phil & Teds now as our daily stroller.
I haven't figured out if and how to work the "parking brake" which is important, but just e-mailed BOB strollers, and sure I will hear a response soon. They are known wonderful customer service. Of course, I misplaced the instruction manual. There are storage pockets all over this stroller, so probably I put the manual in one of those (and lost it when folding it up as it could have slipped out).
Improvement ideas: 1) zipper pockets on back of seats for instruction manual, etc. 2) a slot dedicated for a tire pump. 3) Instructions for folding and parking brake should be printed right on stroller fabric.
Also need to order the double water bottle holder for handle bar as an essential assessory. If walk in rain, they also offer a double rain cover which we bought too, but of course, don't have to go out in rain with stroller,so haven't used but once.
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