Thule Urban Glide vs Baby Jogger Summit X3

If you look at this stroller from the side, you will notice that there is a huge slanting space under the handlebar which gives jogging parents room to run. They can stride without their feet hitting the back of the stroller.

The Urban Glide has a 12" front wheel and 16" rear wheels. It's easy to maneuver because the front wheel can either be swiveled during regular/non-jogging days or locked into place on jogging days. This ability to switch from swivel to lock is an advantage since a swiveling wheel makes it easy to turn corners and switch directions during your normal daily activities. On the other hand, a locked wheel ensures that the stroller runs straight and doesn't shoot off in a different direction as it goes over a bump when jogging.

The ability to adjust the handlebar's height is convenient for parents with different height range. It is important to run with a handlebar that is at a comfortable height to avoid possible muscle injury and increased fatigue.

Although not small, the Thule is relatively easy to fold. The leg rest is a flap that covers a sky-blue lever that you can use to fold the stroller in one pulling motion.

In case you accidentally release your grip on the handlebar, the safety strap worn on your wrist and attached to the handle prevents the stroller from rolling further away from you. It acts like a short leash that limits the stroller's motion.

The Urban Glide, like all strollers, has a 5-point harness with padded shoulder straps, and belts across the hips and between the legs. This is especially important in minimizing injuries in the event of a stroller flip or in the case of a crash.

The suspension system has better shock absorption on varied terrains like gravel and bumpy roads, than non-jogging strollers. It serves as a natural cushioning and allows the front wheel to bounce when passing over a bump in the road. The tires roll over bumps easily, lessening the impact transferred to your baby's body.

This feature comes in handy when jogging in a hilly environment and when passing through slopes. It can help you control/slow the motion of the stroller so it won't just roll away and pull you with its weight.

It has a weight capacity of 75 lbs, a seat height of 24" and width of 14". You can seat even your older children in this stroller and they would still feel comfortable.

Thanks to the air-filled rubber 16" and 12" tires and all-wheel suspension, you can bring this stroller to any terrain and not worry about your child being bumped around on his seat. The wheels act as a natural suspension, and they contribute and work together with the suspension to absorb bumps and ensure your child stays steady on his seat.

There is a strap on the seat that says "Pull Here" that folds the stroller and acts as a handle when you carry it to and from the car. The one-hand fold is useful for parents who hold their child using their other hand.

The meter-long strap that you put around your wrist prevents the stroller from rolling away from you when you accidentally let go of the handle. Or if you trip over and fall down, you will not bring the whole stroller crashing with you since the leash is affixed to the bottom part of the stroller, unlike what would happen if the leash was short and attached to the handlebar.

Parents can attach car seats to this stroller to use it for every day, non-jogging use with their small infants. However, you should not use this stroller to jog with a child below 8 months old, since they still cannot handle the stress brought about by the bumps on the road.

Unlike all the other strollers that require you to bend down and manually lock the front wheel yourself, the Summit X is equipped with a lock lever located at the right side of the frame that you can easily reach. This is very convenient for parents who frequently switch between fixed and swivel modes when they are jogging and walking at intervals.

The basket is U-shaped and lets you easily place stuff even when the seat is fully reclined. You can also access your things from the openings at either side of the basket.

The three-fold canopy extends to cover the sun up to your child's knees. The three mesh windows can be openedfor good air circulation. At the sides are two mesh windows and a back window that can be exposed when the seat is fully reclined, providing comfort for your child especially during warm days.

Your children are safe and secured with the 5-point padded harness. It is easy for parents but difficult for the kids to unbuckle because pressure needs to be applied on the lock. You can run in peace without worrying that your child might jump off mid-run.