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Micralite Toro

Approximate retail price:

$525

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Type: Single - Combo

About - Micralite Toro
The Toro is part of the stroller test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, traditional stroller models like the Toro are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Ease of use: Ease of use is based primarily on ease of safety harness use, folding and unfolding, adjusting backrest, lifting and carrying, engaging wheel brakes and car seat removal and installation (only for compatible strollers). Maneuverability: Maneuverability was assessed by trained staffers on how well the strollers maneuvered S-turns through cones, narrow sections, grass, dirt trails, uphill, downhill and curbs while walking. Safety: Safety for each stroller was assessed by our testing, applying the ASTM F833-09--a voluntary industry standard--and stability and usage tests designed by Consumers Union.

About - Micralite Toro

The Toro is part of the stroller test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, traditional stroller models like the Toro are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Ease of use:: Ease of use is based primarily on ease of safety harness use, folding and unfolding, adjusting backrest, lifting and carrying, engaging wheel brakes and car seat removal and installation (only for compatible strollers).
Maneuverability:: Maneuverability was assessed by trained staffers on how well the strollers maneuvered S-turns through cones, narrow sections, grass, dirt trails, uphill, downhill and curbs while walking.
Safety:: Safety for each stroller was assessed by our testing, applying the ASTM F833-09--a voluntary industry standard--and stability and usage tests designed by Consumers Union.

Features & Specs - Micralite Toro
5-pt harness Five-point harness secures child firmly. Unlike a three-point harness, it secures the upper body. 5-pt harness	Yes
Suitable for 6 mos. and under Suitability for babies 6 months and younger means the stroller could include a safety flap at the child's feet so he or she doesn't slip out of a large leg hole, or some other means of containing a child of this age. Even with this added feature, the harness should still be used. Suitable for 6 mos. and under	No
Car-seat compatible Car-seat compatible lets you mount a car seat directly onto the stroller. (Some strollers require an adaptor bar, usually included with the stroller.) It's useful when you're moving a sleeping infant from a car to the stroller. Car-seat compatible	Yes
One-touch brakes One-touch brakes work quickly for added safety. They're also more convenient than standard brakes. One-touch brakes	Yes
Trays for parent, child Trays for parent, child hold snacks, drinks, and toys for baby. The same features for parents free your hands to push. (Don't use with hot beverages.) Trays for parent, child	No
Extra storage Extra storage like saddlebags or pockets -- the larger the better -- gives parents an additional place to safely stow items. Use it before hanging items off the handlebars, which can cause the stroller to tip. Extra storage	No
Adjustable handle Adjustable-height handle accommodates parents of different heights. Adjustable handle	Yes
Stands folded This is convenient in restaurants or other tight spaces. It also makes storing at home easier. Stands folded	Yes
Weight (lbs.) Weight of stroller with included accessories and stroller seat installed (if removable). Weight (lbs.)	21
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At only 21 lbs, it's a stud.

By AblesFables from Boston, MA on 10/3/2009

Pros:

Comfortable, Durable, Easily Stowed, Easy to Set Up, Easy To Steer, Lightweight, Street smart

Cons:

Pricey

Best Uses:

Air travel, Infants, Newborn, Preemies, Short Trips, Toddlers

Describe Yourself:

Parent of Two or More Children

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Clarification, at the time of this review (10/3/09) Consumer Reports has some misguiding reports on the price for this stroller. There is a link to stores who advertise a different "umbrella stroller" from Micralite in the <$200 range. This stroller is definitely not in that category.

We are URBAN stroller fiends. Our standards are extremely high. We were introduced to this English product and were immediately intrigued by the rear-wheel centered design. Because the weight is centered over the the rear wheels, popping over sidewalk bumps and curbs are a non-issue. We've always been strongly biased against small front wheel strollers until this proved us wrong.

The stroller folds to a very narrow size without the use of straps or clips to keep it closed tight. Once closed, it also stands on its own very steadily. It's the tightest packaged "urban stroller" we've seen yet.

The only negatives we would address are:

-while pushing it wobbles in a manner that seems flimsy, however, it's just the suspended forward design that requires the rear part of the frame to take all the weight. It does not break down even with rugged use, but it feels weird.

-the price is high for a product with many "additional accessories". For a single stroller at $500+, it seems reasonable to expect a cup holder and car seat adapters. The pump that comes with it is something we may never use. A plastic cup holder for a fraction of the price would be a much smarter inclusion.

-they advertise 18-19 lbs. Not according to my postage scale. Still, very light.

I LOVE this stroller!

By New Mom from Brooklyn, NY on 9/2/2009

Pros:

Adjustable handle, Easy to maneuver, Folds upright, Waterproof canopy, Zip-on vented rain guard

Cons:

No cupholder, Tiny undercarriage basket

Best Uses:

All terrain wheels, Great for city-use, Lightweight

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I live in a big city and have used this stroller for the past year. Through tourist-packed streets, potholes, sidewalk imperfections, up and down subway stairs, this stroller has passed every test I could give it. I've taken it to the beach and maneuvered through sand and up narrow escalator passages on the narrow, 12" in diameter back wheels with ease. The few things I would change would be more undercarriage storage and a cup holder.

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