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43 of 47 found the following review helpful:
 Really want to give it 5 stars but .... Oct 14, 2009
By Housewares snob
We bought the City Micro so that we didn't have to take our over-sized Bob on a trip to Europe. Had high hopes, as the original Citi Mini was a close contender in the first stroller purchase (when we still had aspirations of not becoming a 3-stroller family). In so many ways this is an awesome little stroller, and a great complement to the Bob, but there are a few oversights that means it comes up short of perfect.
The good: brilliant one-handed easy folding and easier handling when folded than traditional umbrella strollers; easy steering; seems to be comfy for the babe; and as far as I can tell completely removable fabric that can be washed (but don't quote me on that).
The bad: the base bar that is perfectly positioned to be kicked when you walk too close, i.e, with arms bent comfortably (this from the makers of the original jogger stroller! If I'd been able to really test run the Micro in the wild, this probably would have been a deal breaker); at 16lbs, is not exactly lightweight; insufficient sun shade (why, why?? I don't get this -it's a real need, and a common complaint of many strollers); a handle that is perfectly positioned for my tall husband, but too high for me, a short woman (5'1").
Admittedly I was wooed by the groovy apple green color and its overall good looks. And in many ways this stroller really rocks. Just not so much for me. So this will do for our trip, but I expect to sell it on Craig's list when we get back. Too bad ... it was really close.
23 of 24 found the following review helpful:
 Love the fold/storage Dec 29, 2009
By K. Anderson
"Green Chile"
Being a stroller junkie, this was to be my last stroller purchase. After our Plinko lite tore in the seat and wouldn't fold completely anymore from years of use and impatient airline staff handling, I was on the hunt for one last stroller to fit our needs. Our 33 pound 4 year old still tires after all day walking events like Disneyland or Legoland and Daddy can only carry her on his shoulder for so long. We had rented the strollers at Disneyland and liked them...Baby Jogger.. so I thought I'd check them out. I couldn't justify spending a lot on a stroller for a preschooler who will use it probably only another year or so, so went with the micro. We've taken it to Disneyland (via plane) so far, and it has saved the day with the nieces and nephews at other times. We stayed at a hotel across from Disney and our 4 year old stayed comfy and happy as we trekked for 5 days. We even could push our 7 year old (50 lbs) when he pooped out once on the walk back to the hotel. The steering is great, fold is ingenious, and is very portable. Yes, the storage net is small and the shade isn't huge. After owning Graco, Britax, Plinko, and others umbrellas, this stroller gets high marks in steering and folding. It's not the lightest, but because it folds so slim, it makes toting it around a breeze.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
 Flat fold and light Mar 08, 2010
By BK's Mom
This is a great light stroller. We have 2 full size joggers that are heavy and hard to get in vehicles, but are obviously good for jogging and rough terrain. This one is great for walking, malls, basically an everyday stroller. It folds easy...I can fold it one handed while holding our 35# two year old on my hip. He loves it. He can get in and out of it all on his own. It does not have a full recline, but believe me it reclines enough for a 1yr old and up. We added the child's tray which is a great purchase. It pushes with ease. For the price I think this is a great find!
9 of 10 found the following review helpful:
great stroller for the price, some drawbacks though... Oct 19, 2010
By lil' ro's mom
I am pretty satisfied with this stroller. It is lightweight, has a true one-handed fold and folds down to practically nothing, has a nice handle height, and turns on a dime. Moreover, my little one seems very comfy riding in it. This stroller does have some drawbacks, however. The shoulder straps are not height adjustable, and they rub my daughter's face (she is a petite 16 mo. old). The seat does not recline very far, so it is not really suitable for infants. The stroller has an umbrella-style seat (no padding). It does not come with cup holder or toddler tray, but they can be purchased separately. Lastly, the canopy is pretty useless. My daughter likes to sit up straight in the stroller, and we have to be facing away from the sun for her to be protected. Because of these issues, I considered returning the micro and purchasing the mini instead (full recline, HUGE canopy...). After comparing the two side-by-side, I just could not justify the additional expense for the mini and decided to address some of the micro's problems myself. Here are some modifications that worked very well for my daughter and I.
-I rethreaded the shoulder straps to make a 3 point harness (lap belt). My daughter seems much happier with this arrangement because she is not restrained in a semi-reclined position and can actually sit up straight. Because I lost the shoulder straps, I purchased the belly bar for additional security (definitely a worthwhile add-on!)
-I made a cushion for the back of the stroller, and it ties on the loops meant for the shoulder straps. This makes the reclined position a bit more cushy. Also, it comes right off for cleaning/travel. Because the seat fabric faces out when folded, I don't actually have to remove the cushion to close the stroller all the way.
-I am planning to make a canopy extension that I will permanently attach to the existing canopy. I considered buying a rayshade, but did not like that you need to take it off to fold the stroller (quite a hassle). I haven't decided quite how to approach this, but I think I will use a piece of thick/stiff canvas that I can tuck under the canopy when not needed.
All in all (especially with a few quick/easy/inexpensive changes) this stroller is a great fit for us, and I think it is a great value for the money. However, if you just can't live without the full recline/large canopy and don't want to make changes yourself (keep in mind this may void the warranty!) go ahead and check out the mini. Hope this helps!
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Great for travelling!!! Jul 09, 2011
By Patricia Mccall
This City Micro (not Mini) is the bomb! I travel abroad with my 1 year old completely on my own at least 3X a year.
Love it because:
1- At airport security check points I can have my carryon on my shoulder, baby in my arms and I can fold the City Micro with my free hand! I can do it all by myself and still manage to put it on top of the conveyor belt (by the way it fits perfectly into the X-ray box).
2- It rides surprisingly smooth!The swivel wheels make it an easy ride.
3- Love the storage net. I can have a few toys, a blanket and a babybjorn inside the basket and still be able to fold it flat!
Only reason I dislike it:
1- The sit doesnt recline much. It makes it a bit unconfortable for baby to nap.
Works great for travelling and for older babies (7 months +) Otherwise might be unconfortable for tiny ones.
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