Mutsy 4Rider & Step Up Board Review + Discount

If you’re anything like me, shopping for a stroller can be a long, confusing process. The task was so daunting to me, in fact, that I put off buying a stroller until Toddler Boy was a few months old. I figured I’d wait and see how I would use the stroller before making such a big commitment. The Husband and I decided to do some research and spend some money to get ONE stroller that would meet all of our needs and grow with our family. I literally had a spreadsheet of features we wanted, features we needed and the price. We decided on the Mutsy 4-Rider Single Spoke stroller and have never looked back!

Here are a few of the features that led to the Mutsy decision:
* Stroller seat can face me or face the world
* Real tires – not hard plastic wobbly things
* Front wheels lock in place to use on rugged terrain (and, even though it’s not marketed or tested as such, because of this feature my husband uses it as a jogger. I do not run.)

One of the great things about the Mutsy stroller system is all the components and options that are available. When Toddler Boy was an infant, we bought the stroller frame, the Bassinet and the traditional Stroller Seat (which we still refer to as the “big boy seat” since he didn’t use it right away). The Bassinet is amazing – it allows baby to lay flat while you look at him and I can’t tell you how many times I pushed Toddler Boy around in it to get him to fall asleep when he was fussy. The Mutsy stroller system also has an infant Car Seat Adapter and I readily admit that one of the main factors in our decision to buy the Graco SnugRide for Baby Girl was that we can use it with the Mutsy.

The newest addition to our collection is the Mutsy Step Up Board. The Step Up Board clips to the back of the stroller frame and provides a place for a child over the age of 2 to stand and ride along. The Step Up Board attaches easily to the back of the stroller frame without tools or anything complicated.

I have to admit I wasn’t sure how Toddler Boy would do on the Step Up Board; I wondered if he would hop off or want to get down or be jealous his sister got to sit for the ride. From our first test drive, he has LOVED the Step Up Board and so have I. He likes that he gets to zoom around while standing up, he has a good view of everything and he’s not stuck walking when his sister is in the stroller. I like that we can move at my pace (and not a toddler’s), that Toddler Boy can hold onto the stroller frame to brace himself, he’s secure and within my reach. The Step Up Board has already proved invaluable on trips to the mall, the library and the park. I think it will be ideal for a place like the zoo because it’s easy for him to get down and explore and then get back on the Board to keep walking. The only negative experience I had with the Step Up Board is that it kind of limits my stride. I can imagine this is an issue with any stroller and ride along board combo and it certainly won’t prevent me from using it. My husband avoided this issue by walking next to Toddler Boy and pushing the stroller with one hand. (One handed steering is another great Mutsy feature.) But, honestly, we’ve only had the Step Up Board for a week and a half and I can hardly remember how we got around before we had it.

So, just how do you transform the Mutsy? Here’s a quick video that demonstrates how easy it is to go from the stroller seat to the infant car seat option, as well as a peek at the Step Up Board in action.

I can’t possibly write about the Mutsy stroller without talking about the amazing customer service the company provides. Here’s my story: Last summer one of the tires on the stroller was flat and wouldn’t reinflate with the pump (included with the stroller). I called the Mutsy customer service to ask where they recommended I take the tire to be fixed, assuming they would direct me to a bike shop or something. Instead, the woman asked me what kind of stroller frame we had and said a new tire was on the way. Sure enough, two days later UPS delivered a brand new tire. Seriously, I’ve never experienced anything like it. I was, and remain, totally impressed.

There are several other cool accessories to complete your Mutsy stroller. Babysitter: place the stroller seat in it and you have a bouncy seat rocker for your kiddo. Toddler Fun Seat: An upright seat with an attached steering wheel. Shopping Bag: While there is a basket on the 4Rider frame, nothing can compete with this awesomely huge addition that even has a handle so you can easily carry all your shopping bags into the house.

Why Buy? The Mutsy stroller system offers everything you need to be on the move with your baby from infancy to toddlerhood. The modern syling is great to look at and everything is sturdy and made to last forever.

Why Not Buy? My only complaint is the weight of the stroller. It’s totally worth it, though, and have I mentioned how much I love my Mutsy?

Shop! Browse the Mutsy website for more information about the 4Rider stroller system and other great products, like the ubercool growup! seat. Purchase any Mutsy item from Goore’s and receive 10% off with the coupon code “tsmmu”.