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70 of 74 found the following review helpful:
 BOB saved my son's life. Really. Apr 14, 2011
By bens mom
"Bensmom"
I was out the other day and my son was asleep in his BOB. I have loved my BOB since I bought it but now I have even more reason to!
I was loading my son in the car. I had it pulled up alongside my car and was turned slightly putting my purse down so I could lift him out and put him into his carseat. I heard a weird noise and looked behind me.. the car next to mine was backing out and was crushing my stroller between my car and hers. My son was asleep in it. I started screaming and she stopped. I motioned for her to pull forward.
She felt terrible when she realized what had happened. She did not see me or my son when she looked she said. (My son I felt was in a safe spot out of the way of traffic btw, I am very safety concious.)
She had a Chevy cavalier. The bumper on her car crumpled/formed AROUND the steel frame on the BOB. The steel frame on the BOB saved my sons life. If he had been in a cheaper, less sturdy stroller he might have been crushed.
BTW my stroller is fine and my son slept through the whole thing. I am so thankful for the sturdy construction of this stroller. I realize this is a freak accident, but again, THANK YOU BOB! And God of course : )
It happened SO FAST!
Also:
I love the way it takes up less room in my trunk than our old Chicco stroller. I love the large shade on it that allows my son to sleep for hours in it while I shop. I love the recline, it's fabulous! I've had it for well over a year now with my 2.5 year old and wish I had known about it when I was originally buying a stroller.. would have totally done this instead of the Chicco stroller to accompany my Chicco Keyfit 30 carseat!
I purchased the BOB Warm Fuzzy and love it year round. It's cozy. And I bought the cupholder and love it as well. Purchased the weather bubble too- like it but a little complicated to put on in the pouring rain when getting out of the car- I get drenched : )
I also purchased the "travel bag"- the suitcase specifically for this stroller and we flew our BOB to Las Vegas with us on vacation. I just checked the stroller in that bag as a piece of luggage- it was GREAT. It protected the stroller so well. I was able to put all our diapers and other baby/kid? supplies in around the stroller.
I love the black color, the easy steering that pushes like a DREAM, the easy brake, the easy fold/unfold, the shocks, the easy wash fabric, the durable everything on it; I love running with it or just taking it to the mall.
I've had to air up the tires once in a year. It has held up amazingly to some abuse!
118 of 137 found the following review helpful:
 Newer is not necesarily better, we like the older model more. Mar 04, 2011
By Amber
I have been the proud owner of both a single and double bob revolution stroller for four years now. When the new model was released, I rushed to the nearest REI (that day) and purchased the double just to try it out. It's been over a month now and I have used the new model daily and frankly, the older model is better for a few reasons.
Let me start out by pointing out the positive aspects of the newest model:
The under storage basket is a bit larger and easier to access.
The window in the hood is larger (that said it doesn't really give you much more of a view of your child(ren)).
I like the springy action in the hood, allowing it to have several different positions and also making it easier to close back up (but not easier to open than the previous model)
I like that the handle bar is just a bit skinnier than the older one. It seems like the foam is tougher too, more rip-resistant.
I like that the "bump" above the swivel wheel is hard plastic instead of cloth. One less part to get dirty or tear.
I like the fabric better. Seems more resistant to rips and fading and also seems easier to clean.
Now for the negative:
I hate the new seat belts. They suck. I liked the rings that were easy to pull to tighten, now it's a bit more complicated, slightly irritating. I also hate that the crotch strap is so short that I have to yank and pull just to fasten the harness on my ONE YEAR OLD. BOB claims that they made it longer but it definitely isn't. It's much easier to fasten the strap on the older model, maybe because the fabric that it's attached to is softer and therefore more flexible so it flexes upward to help the straps meet each other... whatever the reason, it's really difficult for me to buckle him in now, and it really digs into his crotch (poor guy, can't imagine what it will be like when he's older). He's not even chunky or anything. Huge disapointment.
I hate the firmness of the seats. They don't help absorb some of the shock like the old one. Every time we hit a bump in the sidewalk in the new stroller, they hit their heads on the metal frame, and this NEVER happened in the older model. And the following statement probably shouldn't count but I'll say it anyways. We never used to put the seat belts on our kids in the other stroller (think amusement parks, in and out) and never had anyone fall out because the seat was so soft is sort of enveloped their bodies. However, during the first week we had it, my husband turned a corner to abruptly while walking at a slow pace (which wasn't even that hard) and my son was launched out of the stroller. He was sitting upright, but not leaning forward or anything. Thank GOD he was just fine. Our fault for not putting their seat belts on but we liked having the option of not being required to do so every time they get in the stroller.
Seats don't recline as far back. I do like how we don't have to mess with the clips anymore, but they don't recline as fully as the other one.
The triggers under the sides of the handle bar which allow you to close your stroller are plastic and are harder to "activate" making collapsing the stroller a bit of a pain. What I mean is that you have to completely squeeze them in order for you to fold it forward where as the older model you could just squeeze them a little and it would fold up.
BOB claims that there is more head room with the newer model due to their velcro strap system which allows you to pull the hood back and fasten it down, but I don't see a difference. In all actuality, there is less room for my daughter's head because the seat bottoms are hard instead of soft so her bottom doesn't sink into the stroller at all, making her sit up higher in the stroller. Less head clearance instead of more. You think they would have made the seat backs at least a few inches higher so that the older childrens' heads don't hit the top. My daughter is not even 4 yet and she's not tall for her age but her head touches the hood already. She's not even close to hitting the weight limit nor is she ready to give up her stroller rides.
There's a built in running strap that is NOT removable on the right side of the handle bar, exactly in the spot where you want to put your hand. I cannot tell you how irritating this is, nor how irritated my husband is because he's left-handed and the strap is too short to reach around his left wrist, meaning he cannot hold onto the stroller with his dominant hand while jogging if he wants to wear the strap.
The price is an extra $40 so after tax I paid close to $700. Seriously? So glad REI has a fantastic return policy.
Bottom line, newer is not always better. I'm so glad I didn't sell my old one, we are keeping that one and returning the new one to the store.
36 of 39 found the following review helpful:
Amaaaaazing Mar 17, 2011
By Jammie
I have had my eye on the BOB stroller for quite awhile now, but just didnt know if it was feasible enough to spend all that $$$$$...well it is!!!!! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this stroller, it rolls like a dream! Before this stroller, I was using a Baby Trend Expedition, which does the job, but just wasn't the cadillac I wanted.
The great points about this stroller are the sun shade, the ability to turn on a dime, my little man has plenty of room to grow and he LOVES going out on walks. If you are not a jogger this stroller is still GREAT! But if you are a jogger this stroller is truely amazing and makes pushing a stroller much easier! One thing that I wish could be changed, is the size of the basket, but it's really not that big of a deal since it's about the same size on the Baby Trend. The stroller is also on the bigger side of sizes, but I like that it is sturdy. It is fairly easy to fold up, just make sure you read the instructions before you leave ;)I know some people have complained about the sun shade drooping, but if you close it correctly then there should be no problems and there will be plenty of room above the head area. I also read somewhere that someone thought that the middle buckle, between the legs is too short...um its adjustable!!!!! If you open it to the biggest size there is plenty of room!!!
So if you are skeptical whether you should spend the $, its totally worth it, so go for it!!!!
17 of 18 found the following review helpful:
Great for jogging and off road use, but not my choice for everyday use Jan 07, 2012
By Stephen M. Charme
My grandchild is one year old and I bought this stroller for jogging and hiking on dirt trails in our local parks. It does a superb job for each. However this is not a stroller that I would buy for everyday use, especially if you live in the suburbs rather than a big city, where people walk most places and don't need to constantly take a stroller in and out of a car trunk. Let me describe the stroller, which I bought at my local REI store since it came fully assembled and because they have a lifetime return policy in case I run into any problems.
1. The construction is first rate, the fabric used is high quality, and it takes literally seconds to open and close, which is very simple. Just pull a red handle to lift the stroller into the open position. To close, just push two levers on the top forward and the stroller collapses (I disagree with the leading negative review that this is at all difficult). There is a wrist strap on the handle to be used when jogging that can be buckled to keep the stroller closed when it is folded. I NEVER use the wrist strap while jogging. I know that its purpose is to prevent the stroller from getting away from you if you lose your grip, but I think it is dangerous to use. If I tripped while jogging and had the wrist strap on, not only could I break my wrist from the force of the stroller with a child in it, but the odds are that I would flip the stroller too. If I felt myself going down I would rather just hold onto the handlebar and try to slow the stroller down. Just my opinion.
2. The stroller has two modes--walk (the front wheel swivels) and jog (the front wheel is locked into position and stays straight). There is a simple red knob on the front wheel that allows you to easily switch between the two positions, and it literally takes just two seconds to switch.
Note: If you are ONLY going to jog, and don't mind having the front wheel permanently locked, then you can buy a less expensive BOB stroller known as the Sport Utility model, on which the front wheel does not swivel at all. Yes you can turn the stroller with a locked front wheel--but you have to lift the front of the stroller to do so. I did not want to be so limited, especially hiking on trails, which is why I bought the Revoution SE instead.
3. This rides very smooth for jogging, and handles off road surface well when walking. The reason is that this is a very heavy stroller (24 pounds--I weighed it on my luggage scale, which makes it heavier than any of the other strollers that my grandchild has, which I discuss below) and has very large wheels--again larger than on her other strollers. Unlike other strollers, these wheels are inflatable just like bicycle tires. They need to be kept at 30psi for best performance. Of course jogging with a seriously under inflated wheel could be dangerous; ordinary walking would just be more difficult. You don't have to check tire pressure all the time, but ask yourself if you want to bother having to check it at all if you are considering this as an everyday stroller. You might not want to have to deal with an unexpected flat tire just when you need to use the stroller.
This takes up a lot of space in a trunk, and is heavy to put in and take out. Yes, each of the wheels has a quick release lever (just like bicycle wheels), so you can take them all off to save trunk space. This might make sense on a long trip, but I can tell you from experience that this is not something you would want to do on a regular basis, especially with a cranky young child or in inclement weather. Plus, using quick release wheels takes some getting used to. As the directions point out, if the "quick release lever does not leave a visible imprint in the palm of your hand" after you put the wheel back on, then you have not done it right.
4. I do agree with the leading negative review that there is no soft padding on the seat, though I disagree that the crotch strap is too short (it is adjustable) or that buckling your child in is any more difficult than on any other stroller. When the canopy is fully extended, there is a "window" on top that lets you see your child. There is also ample storage underneath. You can adjust the seat to a reclining position using two straps, though for jogging you need to keep it fully upright (the further back it is, the less stability you have).
However I would not use this as an everyday stroller. My grandchild (who lives in Manhattan) started out with the Bubaboo Cameleon stroller for local neighborhood walking (which I have reviewed on Amazon), and then at about nine months also started using the Maclaren Quest Sport stroller (which I have reviewed on Amazon) for traveling in cabs and subways, as well as day trips out of the city (like visiting me and my wife) since it is more light weight, easier to fold and close, and easier to carry with a carrying strap. And at my house she sometimes used the Graco Infant Car Seat stroller frame (which I have reviewed on Amazon).
I mention these different strollers because all of these provide more comfortable seating, and are lighter and more compact (except maybe the heavier and bulkier Bugaboo) than the Revolution SE, which for me is a special purpose stroller for jogging and off road use. Yes, it can be used as an everyday stroller, but its strength lies not in lots of comfortable padding or a light weight compact size when folded, but rather in great stability while jogging or walking off road.
For walking only the recommended age range is 8 weeks-8months; for jogging/off-road use it is 8 months-5 years. The stroller can accommodate a child up to 70 pounds.
5. This stroller comes with a very clear and well illustrated manual that explains everything. Among the advanced features is a simple form of wheel alignment in case the stroller does not roll in a straight line (which could occur after off road use, the same as when a car goes over lots of bumps), and a shock absorber setting.
Bottom line: This is a special use stroller that works great for jogging and off road use. For everyday use I would get something else whether you live in the city or the suburbs.
Update February 23, 2012: This past weekend I went jogging with my 13 month old granddaughter in Manhattan and really appreciated how this stroller performed on lots of different surfaces and terrain-- smooth paved roads, uneven asphalt surfaces, sidewalks with bumps, street curbs, and some moderately steep uphill and downhill paths. It was a breeze using this stroller and more importantly my granddaughter enjoyed every minute of it. Since it is critical to keep the front wheel in a locked position while running, anytime that I needed to make a turn (like at a street corner after we left Central Park), I easily just pulled back on the handlebars to lift the front wheel up and move it into the new position. Very easy to do and no big deal.
16 of 17 found the following review helpful:
BOB is the Best! May 09, 2011
By Mommy on the Move
I read hundreds of reviews on the BOB Revolution before purchasing ours and now I am adding my review to help out if you're considering buying a BOB. We purchased the 2011 Revolution in black and we LOVE it! Purchasing the BOB is like buying a BMW or Mercedes - it's the best! My husband and I are not necessarily runners, but we do a lot of power walking on trails, the track, and streets. The BOB also goes everywhere with us in the back of our Mitsubishi Montero Sport so that our baby can be comfortable where ever we are going.
The BOB is more expensive, but it's worth every penny you pay!!! I knew that I did not want a travel system stroller because the wheels are not durable on those strollers. Those strollers are also not made for exercising. I can take my BOB to the mall and power walk for a while and then go into any store and the stroller will turn on a dime around merchandise racks and tight spaces.
Here are some great features:
1.) The canopy is HUGE and I love the look-through window to see your toddler! Our baby is not that big yet but with the car seat attached, the canopy will fold over the car seat and protect our infant from wind or sun.
2.) The BOB folds and unfolds so easily. With one flip the stroller is open and standing! It's fairly light and even I at 125 pounds can lift it into the back of the car.
3.) The new 2011 model has the belt that straps the stroller together when folding it down so that it doesn't come apart when you're lifting it into the car. I REALLY like that!!! I think that was one of the biggest complaints on the older model.
4.) For a jogging stroller, the basket underneath is still a good size. I've seen strollers with bigger baskets underneath, but they are travel system strollers that are meant only for going to the mall, etc, not for working out. I can fit the diaper bag and some purchases in the lower basket on the BOB. There is also the flat pocket on the back of the stroller that will hold flat purchases or things like diapers and wipes.
5.) The shocks and suspension on this stoller are amazing! It smooths the ride for our infant and when we roll over uneven pavement, rocks or branches you can hardly feel it.
6.) Lots of other little features like the parking brake at your foot, removable wheels, ultra padded handle bar, reclining seat, safety belt for the infant car seat and extra durable material.
The makers of the BOB throught of EVERYTHING! I know the $400-$500 price seems like a lot, but it will last forever. I didn't mind praying that price for a stroller that will give me all the freedom I need as a new mommy to get out there and tone back up from having a baby. Having such a high end stroller is motivation to me versus using a cheep one that I really hate how it pushes or how the baby rides. You will love using the BOB!
We also purchased the Infant Car Seat Adapter for our Graco Snugride 30 car seat and the Handlebar Console. Don't get the BOB without the console - you are going to need it! When spending so much money for a stoller I wish the console came with it, but really, what's another $20 so that you can have drink holders and places to put sunglasses, phone and keys? I like having all those things up top at my fingertips.
The BOB Revolution is worth it! If you put the money out now for the best stroller, you won't have to put out more money later.
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