Good Umbrella Stroller

We are going to finally take our almost 2 year old on an airplane and I need a lightweight durable umbrella stroller. Any suggestions? Anything to keep in mind or stay away from?

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Okay, I got the Maclaren Volo! I love it! My son really seems to like it as well. No cup holder was easily solved, they sell cup holders at BRU you can put on there for about $7. Also, it almost seems as though he is in a bit of a recline position just sitting in it, so the recline option was not as big a deal as I thought. Thanks to all of you for your input!!

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E.C. answers from Dallas on March 04, 2008

I have the Chicco umbrella stroller, about $50 at BRU I think. Its easy to use and my son really seems to like it!

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J.S. answers from Houston on March 04, 2008

Maclaren strollers! My friend has 3 kids, & she on her 12th stroller. She is my Stroller Queen. She says to stay away from Combi, & that Maclaren is worth the money. I just bought a Maclaren.

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J.D. answers from Dallas on March 04, 2008

I bought a combi. I'm not sure why someone would say to stay away from them unless they didn't know to release all 4 wheels. It will recline all the way back (McClaren doesn't do this) in case my little one is asleep and it is very durable. Also, it folds up nicely and has a strap on the back so that I can carry it across my back and have my hands free.

I got mine at BRU. It was an extra floor model, so I got it for nearly half the price.

GL!

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M.A. answers from Dallas on March 09, 2008

Absolutely MacLaren! Love, love, love mine that is almost 3 years old and just started to squeak. My daughter is still not walking (she has mild CP) and has been in this stroller since 6 months old. The truimph reclines to a sleeping position and is reasonably priced. I can't rave enough about it! Light and durable, only con is no cup holder and a little more expensive than the others -- but worth it.

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S.O. answers from Dallas on March 04, 2008

MACLAREN - they are a little more expensive, but they are awesome for travel and around town when needed. Target has them.
http://www.maclarenbaby.com/global/index.php?option=com_c...
And, if you didn't already know, most airlines will check the stroller at the entry to the plane!