Bumbleride is a small mom and pop shop of a stroller company that grew out of a couple’s business aspirations back in 2004. They’ve carved out a small but growing niche in the world of strollers by offering a few select high end strollers for discerning parents with a sense of style. Yesterday, we reviewed the Indie, and today we’re reviewing the Bumbleride Indie Twin.

The Indie Twin is a side by side double stroller recently launched by Bumbleride and designed to compete with high end all terrain strollers like the Mountain Buggy Duet and Valco Baby Tri Mode EX Twin. These are strollers that thread the line between jogging and walking strollers, offering the comfort of walkers with the versatility of joggers. You might think of them as the crossovers of the stroller world.

The Bumbleride was designed by stylish young professionals with a nod to hipsterdom, hence the name, and as a result, offers various nods to ecological and stylistic sensibilities. For example, it’s completely made from polyester, with 50% of the interior polyester made from rayon created from bamboo and 50% of the exterior polyester made from recycled plastic bottles. It’s a slick-looking stroller that comes in a range of gorgeous colors and comes from a company with a commitment to quality over quality. And it comes in so many colors you’re guaranteed to find one that works well with your sense of chic.

We recently had the chance to borrow the Bumbleride Indie Twin double stroller for a while and see whether it lived up to its makers’ claims of being active, essential, and uniquely us. Here’s a thorough review of the Bumbleride Indie Twin with the pros, cons, and a final judgment on whether or not it’s worth its higher than average price tag. The short version of the review is that we definitely think it’s worth it if you can afford it, and you can buy it here. For the long version, keep reading!

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Weight and Dimensions of the Bumbleride Indie Twin

How much does the Bumbleride Indie Twin weigh?

The Indie Twin weighs 34 pounds, which is about average for a side by side double stroller. There are definitely a few lighter double strollers out there, but not by many pounds. At least it’s not as heavy as the City Select.

What’s the narrowest door you can fit a Bumbleride Indie Twin through?

The Indie Twin is narrower than many side by side double strollers and is capable of fitting through a door 29.5″ wide. Practically speaking, that means a 30″ door, since most doors are measured to the nearest inch. And practically speaking, this also meant we were able to get through pretty much every part of our test mall in the Chicago suburbs (Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg) without a problem. It’s not quite the transcendental experience of a stroller like the Mountain Buggy Duet, but it’s still fun to know you’re not going to get stuck when passing through the average door.

What are the length, width, and height of the  Bumbleride Indie Twin?

The Bumbleride Indie Twin is 35″ long, 29.5″ wide, and 43″ tall when unfolded and 32″ long, 29.5″ wide and 15″ tall when folded. In other words, it folds up very nicely and has a very stable design when it is unfolded, which dramatically reduces the risk of it tipping over while kids are getting into or out of it. Of course, it’s always a good idea to be close by to help keep a stroller stable in such situations.

Using the Bumbleride Indie Twin with Children

Can you use infant seat adapters with the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

Yes! You can use up to two infant seat adapters with the Bumbleride Indie Twin. A universal car seat adapter bar is included that’s compatible with a range of car seats, including the Graco Snugride 32, 35, and 40, as well as the Peg Perego Primo Viaggio, Chicco KeyFit 30, Combi Shuttle, Baby Trend Flex Loc, and Britax Chaperone.

What are the recommended height, weight, and age limits for children you can fit in the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

The Bumbleride Indie Twin can be used with infants and older children as long as they fit. The weight limits for individual seats is 45 pounds while the combined weight limit is 90 pounds; there is no upper age limit. We’ve found with similar strollers that they can typically hold our kids until age 5 or 6, depending on the build of the child, and the Bumbleride Indie Twin was similar in this respect. Our 8 year old did not fit, while our 6 and 4 year olds did, as did our younger kids. Keep in mind that you can also purchase a bassinet to install in the Indie Twin, which is only an option in a handful of double strollers in the United States. This fact alone won over Suzy and had her itching to sell our BOB for the Bumbleride.

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What are the seats, sun canopies, and seat support like in the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

The seats in the Bumbleride Indie Twin are very, very comfortable. Our kids love them and they easily pass the sleep test. Bumbleride also confirmed that they use a blended bamboo-like fabric inside the seats, which results in their not only being comfortable but also moisture absorbing and temperature regulating. The exterior fabric also looks strong and durable, which adds confidence when you’re spending a pretty penny on a stroller like this.

Both seats also come with a 5-point breakaway harness, which is great for securing the kids and keeping their arms from getting tangled in the harness straps. The seats themselves are 11″ wide and 10″ long, while the backrests are 18″ long, 11″ wide, and 19″ high when measured to the top of the backrest from the seat. The canopies themselves are 22″ high, while the footrest is 10″ long and 11″ wide for each child. Did I mention that the footrest is adjustable? Because my 4 year old keeps wanting me to add that to the review.

The sun canopies are large and angled nicely; they adjust independently so one child can be in the sun while the other is in the shade, or vice versa. They also have built-in SPF 45 sun protection, which is nice when you forget sunscreen on the really hot days at the Brookfield Zoo in the summer. The only other stroller we’ve come across with SPF 45 protection in the canopies was the Valco Baby Tri Mode SE, which costs almost exactly as much as the Indie Twin.

Can you recline the seats in the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

Yes! You get a near-flat recline in the Bumbleride Indie Twin and you also get a pair of adjustable footrests for the little ones. The fact that the recline is almost flat makes the Bumbleride Indie Twin a great choice for infant transport. Of course, if you choose, you can also purchase a Bumbleride bassinet, which they call a Carrycot, and tote your little ones around in that instead.

Moving, Using, and Storing the Bumbleride Indie Twin

What is it like to push the Bumbleride Indie Twin, and is the handlebar adjustable?

Pushing the Bumbleride Indie Twin is like pushing air. The stroller is definitely one of the three smoothest we’ve ever had the pleasure of pushing–the other two being the Valco Baby Tri Mode EX and the Mountain Buggy Duet. Is it a coincidence that the three smoothest double strollers out there are all all-terrain strollers? Probably not; they’re all clearly influenced by each other and clearly are sharing a number of good ideas.

The Bumbleride Indie Twin simply glided wherever we took it, whether we were on road or doing some light off-roading. It’s not a true jogging stroller in the traditional three-wheel configuration, run a marathon or 5k sense, but you could definitely use it for light jogging or hiking in a state park without problems. In fact, we took ours down to Starved Rock, and had a great time there looking for bald eagles with the kids. You can lock the front wheels if you’re in the mood for light jogging, of course.

The handlebar in the Bumbleride Indie Twin adjusts between 25″ and 43″, which means that anyone from a hobbit to a giant should be able to maneuver the stroller without problems.

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What are the brakes, tires, suspension, and wheels like on the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

The tires are one of our favorite parts of the Bumbleride Indie Twin, as we’re pretty sure they’re part of why the stroller is such a joy to push. They’re air inflated and 12″ in diameter, which means you’ve got a solid foot of tire all the way around the stroller, which certainly makes it an easier affair to push through grass, mud, or a bit of snow now and then. You get rear-wheel suspension as well to soften the impact of the ride.

How easy is it to pack up, assemble, or disassemble the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

Assembly, disassembly, and general packing up of the Bumbleride Indie Twin is a piece of cake. The stroller practically folds itself up, although you do need to pay attention the first couple of times you do it to make sure everything closes properly.

What are the cargo storage and weight limits of the Bumbleride Indie Twin?

There isn’t a supplied weight limit for the storage compartments of the Bumbleride Indie Twin, but based on the solid construction throughout the rest of the stroller, I wouldn’t spend any time worrying about it. You get a generous amount of space in the lower basket and there are additional pockets behind the seats for extra storage. The stroller does take up a bit of space in the back of trunk despite its compact folding, but that has more to do with the fact that it’s a double stroller than anything poor in the design.There are a few extras that aren’t included that you’ll probably want to pick up if you get the Indie Twin, such as the parent console and the non-PVC rain shield. Both are modestly priced and are good to have on hand. The Carrycot is more expensive but in line with typical bassinet prices and is well made; our youngest was quite the fan of sleeping in it.

Concluding thoughts on the Bumbleride Indie Twin

Is the Bumbleride Indie Twin worth it?

In a word, yes. The Bumbleride Indie Twin is more expensive than the strollers most people are going to pick up, but if you’re looking for an incredibly attractive stroller that works well with infants and all kinds of terrain, this is definitely one you should keep in mind. To put it simply, it’s easily the best double stroller on the market right now. You can buy the Bumbleride Indie Twin in Jet Black, Aquamarine, Grey/Orange, Cayenne Red, and Green Papyrus here.