Why do strollers have to be big and bulky in order to hold travel system car seats for infants? If you take the weight of your stroller and combine it with the weight of your infant car seat and the weight of your child, you’ll have a pretty heavy set up that would, most likely, be hard to maneuver. I personally think that a lightweight stroller should be invented to accommodate infant car seats. Think about it, you probably need the stroller weight-reduction the most when you’re using an infant car seat.
Enter Maclaren, a stroller manufacturer from England who is known for their leading edge designs, their high quality materials and their craftsmanship. Maclaren’s Techno XLR lightweight stroller weighs 16.5 lbs, folds up quite nicely and is easy to carry… and it’s compatible with several top-brand infant car seats! What a great idea.
There are a several things that I like about the Techno XLR stroller:
The materials that Maclaren uses are of high quality – their strollers wear very well. For example the canopy that comes standard on the Techno XLR is made of a sturdy material that’s easy to clean – and it looks great. The canopy, which is UV protected, also has a clear window that is perfectly positioned so moms and dads can easily keep an eye on their little ones.
The stroller seat is plush and roomy – your child will indeed be in the lap of luxury in this seat. In addition to being able to accommodate infant car seats, the Techno XLR stroller seat has four reclining positions. To accommodate car seats, one of the stroller seat positions is ‘fully reclined’ which is fantastic when your child needs to nap on extended outings.
I can’t say enough about the ergonomic, height adjustable handles – it makes strolling comfortable for parents too. With this kind of stroller, you’ll find yourself inventing reasons to get out.
Is it raining and you’re getting cooped up? No problem here, the Tecno XLR transparent rain cover is really cool. It clips on snuggly to the front of the stroller and completely covers the seating area. It could be windy and pouring rain and your little one would have a front row seat to the elements while staying warm, dry and cozy in his or her stroller seat.
As a reviewer I find it difficult to be unbiased because I’m a big Maclaren fan. I’m very partial to manufacturers who deliver high-quality products that are built to last and I’m very partial to products that have practical functionality and a long list of desirable features. I give Maclaren and their Techno XLR stroller 5 out of 5 stars.
Stroller Features:
- 4-position fully reclining child seat
- Seat cover is removable and washable
- 5-point safety harness with shoulder pads for added security
- Height adjustable head cushion and shoulder harness
- Ultra lightweight aluminum frame
- Large lockable, swivel front wheels
- Front and rear wheel suspension
- Foot-operated linked parking brakes
- Adjustable leg rest with durable fabric
- Height adjustable padded handles
- Reflective storage pockets for added safety
- Large, water resistant, canopy with UV protective sun visor
- Canopy has air vents & larger viewing window
- Storage pockets
- Rain cover
- Mesh storage basket
- Fold and carry easily using one hand
- Carry handle for easy portability
- Sovereign Lifetime WarrantyTM
- Maclaren Recycling Program
Infant Car Seat Compatibility
- Britax Companion
- Cosco Designer 22
- Cosco Eddie Bauer
- Evenflo Discovery
- Graco Snug Ride-Safe Seat
- Peg Perego Primo Viaggio car seats
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