Baby Jogger City Elite Questions & Answers (page 2 of 3)

Yes definitely. It's exactly what I use it for. Moves very smooth when running. But would not recommend if you are a small built person as it's quite a large pram.

Absolutely. This is what the baby jogger prams are made for! The city elite especially

No it doesn't have a boarded back and seat i don't think but it's solid enough and we found no problems in the 6 years we used ours.

fantastic thank you x

If you are using a capsule for your baby you can get a capsule adapter for the pram and tranfer bub straight from car to pram and vice versa

I know this was asked ages ago but no the normal seat is not suitable for a new born, we were hoping for the same but too unsafe and ekded up getting the bassinet attachment. Later we used a generic padded insert designed for prams but even still I dont think thos would have been safe for a new born.

Probably just enough room for bag but that's about it by tipped back I'm not sure what you mean but if its about the actuall pram no I do not

Not enough room for a nappy bag. I just carried it transfered what I needed onto the pram.

It hasn’t tipped over for me and I was a bit naughty and hung my nappy bag from the handles.

Thanks Jess18. I ended up buying the pram and I think I just do the same. ;)

I haven't got a glider board yet, but one of the things I liked about this pram when I was researching them was the fact you could add one.
They are at baby bunting for about $120.

yes you can

You can but its' terrible and appears to be designed as an after thought when you look at other brands design. Even on full extension of the board attachment it is awkward for a child and they need to lean back to clear the bar and hold on. We had a gew near misses of the pram tipping back when going down ramps from footpath to road level.

Hello

Hi, yes, I'm pretty sure you can buy a fabric for the seat. Just contact the amazing baby company it's their name here in Australia.

Hello! I have not travelled on a bus with my pram but it does fit through shop doorways so it shouldnt be a problem I don't think. Does your regular bus have steps to board or is it a new model (I think they are quite low to make boarding vehicle easier?) pram is a little heavy if there are steps to board.. As I said it is a large pram compared to the other models so you may find that you take up a little more room then normal onboard too....Have you looked at the smaller models??
Anyway sorry I couldn't be more help...

Hi you'll have no problem if its a wide door but if its one of those with the pole in the middle then you'll definitely find it an issue. The same goes for trams even we have purposly 'missed' the old trams for the new one with wider doors. The wheels on the back just stick out too much which at times you will find it a problem getting in narrow areas.

I have this pram and it doesn't fit on the old trams in Melbourne. I had to fold it up to get on the tram. Pram is great for outdoors walking but not for shopping or travel on public transport as the wheels are too wide.

I don't know.
I suggest you contact Baby Jogger and ask them!
I must say, my daughter finds the deluxe bassinet VERY comfortable for her baby!

According to an American youtube video of the very question that you're wondering is up to a 5 year old weighing a maximum of 43 pounds or just under 20 kilograms.
Our son is just over 14 kilos (31 pounds+) and just about to turn 2; though he's 91 centimeters tall. So he'll probably grow out of it sooner than the American channel claims

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPp35jmQ5V0

I'm sorry - I have no idea - I chose the 09/10 model as I knew they had radically altered the harness system

No sorry I don't

I have made a warranty claim with Baby Jogger and they found that my frame had a movement in the front part (metal frame was rubbing against plastic footrest causing the annoying sound). I have got a completely new frame! And what a great service from Baby Jogger Australia! The clunk, sound its not as loud but unfortunately is still there. I came to conclusion that this is the way new models of City Elite are...

I don't think so. You'd have to ask Baby Jogger. Sorry I couldn't help

Yes with a kit.. Depending on capsule model and make depends on kit. Clarifying that I understand common capsules can be made to fit. I had a brica one. The kit is not complicated and I would suggest buying 2nd hand as they cost 100$ thereabouts new.

Thank you So much for that will keep my eyes out for second hand one :)

Correct regarding back not 90degrees. I think this is clever for jogging. Safety regarding strength in little peoples mecks. Frustrating for busy toddlers who wish to see when out and about walking though.
But the top of back support should not protrude??? You may have a faulty damaged support?????

I was shown by the sales assistant a $14 backing board that you can buy to make this seat sit all the way upright. It comes standard on the Summit X3 running version and is removable. There is a velcro section behind the seat. You could just make one of these yourself and slot it in. I am pretty sure it was just plastic.

Thanks very much for both your replies :) My bub loves this pram, but he does get frustrated when he has to constantly pull himself up to have a look around... I will definitely look into purchasing a backing board, sounds great!

Is it still under warranty? You could contact the Amazing Baby Company and they could help you with it, depending on year model and what's actually happening. To be honest though I haven't heard of any problems with the Elites so far :) Good luck!

We had a brake failure when we were pushing it from an escalator in a major shopping centre, though it was my wife that stuffed it up; but apparently after turning the red lever it triggered something in the brake components that led to some bits dropping out and we returned ours to Baby Bunting where we got it in the first place and because it was under warranty; we had the parts replaced. So far it hasn't happened, but their main Baby Jogger brand warehouse is not that far from our residential premises which is appropriate if the circumstances that didn't present itself properly with the retailer, we would have another option to go direct.

Our City Elite is the newer generation with the non-dual tone colours, so just red as chosen for us.

Yes!!! I have been having this problem with my 2012 model. Started using it in January 2014 and it is very very annoying! It is still under the warranty so I will be making a claim. How did you go?

Hi, I use warm soapy water I use that sugar soap I think it's called and just get a sponge and works well I've only cleaned it once and cleaned well :)

I've never washed mine except the tyres under water because we went "4wd" on the sand! We have a sheepskin that we put in it, I'd say wipe it with a wet cloth

Yes, you can stick it in the washing machine :) Just take the back/bum boards out if you have them and the fold strap and you're good to go! If you want to wash the canopies I believe you need to unscrew the rods first, although some people just wash it as is in the bath.

Is that the newest one? I have the 2011 version so I'm not 100% sure but I would say so or check the specs on their website. A year on and I still love my baby jogger, not just for walking everywhere but even putting a sheepskin rug down, putting the seat back and my daughter still has a nap in there quit comfortably when I'm out shopping and won't be home for her nap, best purchase ever.

Yes if it's 2011 and later model

I thought it was silicone not foam?

have no idea sorry, never had the need to keep it folded. I only fold it down to put it in the back of my wagon then i pop it back up.

You are right they have no clip - I found that you have to grab it by the frame that is lowest so it stays folded as you pull it out the car. I always loaded it with the front wheel on top and away from me worked best. Hope this helps.

I have a 2010 model and there's no clasp, you have to pull it out on and angle where it won't open on itself. I pull it out sideways, it's hard to explain, better to show. Just keep playing around with it until you get in the groove of putting it in and out of the boot

I would use it for a newborn with a head snuggler insert, howeve mine came with a soft bassinet attachment so I used that which was perfect.

Yes as it reclines all the way down flat

I am planning on putting a newborn in mine. You can always use a sheep skin underneath baby in the beginning if you are concerned or another liner. It is pretty soft compared to the Summit X3 which I was originally looking at purchasing.