Bumbleride Era
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Bumbleride Era Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
12.2 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
103 cm x 62 cm x 81 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
75 cm x 62 cm x 33 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
USA
Stroller available as a pushchair (seat unit configuration) only; newborn accessories (like a carrycot) need to be purchased separately
Yes

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
15 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-36 months
Reversible seat unit
Yes
Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
No
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
No
Reclining backrest
Yes, infinite recline
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
Yes
Backrest recline type
Strap-operated
One-hand backrest recline system
No
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
Yes, 3 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
49.5 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
31.75 x 24 cm
Total length of the seat unit
104.5 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
No
Height-adjustable seat
No
Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
No
2in1 convertible carrycot/seat unit (pramette travel system)
No
Fabrics removable for cleaning
Yes
Seat fabrics cleaning
Machine washable
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the seat
No
Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
No

The Canopy (Hood)

Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
Yes
Extendable canopy/hood
No
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
No
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
Yes
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
Yes
A pocket integrated into the canopy
No
Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
Yes
Peek-a-boo window can be closed/covered
Yes
Quiet (magnetic/no velcro) peek-a-boo window
Yes
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
Yes
Bumper bar type (style)
Bar
Removable bumper bar
Yes
Gate-opening (swing-away) bumper bar
No
Height-adjustable bumper bar
No
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
Yes
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
Air-filled (inflatable) tires
Rear wheels type
Air-filled (inflatable) tires
Front wheels diameter
21.5 cm
Rear wheels diameter
29 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
No,
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
All
Suspension type
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
Adjustable suspension softness
No
Rocking chassis
No

The Brake

Central brake system/type
Push down-lift up pedal brake
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Flat (compact) fold
One-hand fold
No
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
Yes
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
Yes
Self-standing fold
Yes
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
Yes
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
No
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
No
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Pivoting
Handlebar material
Cork
Handlebar height
66-113 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
Yes
Basket's weight capacity
n/a
Closable basket
No
An extra basket can be attached to the frame
No
A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
75 x 30 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
Yes,
Rocking-base carrycot
No
Ventilatilated carrycot base (bottom ventilation system)
No,
Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
No,
Carrycot positioned high on the frame
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
No
Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
Yes

The Accessories & Extra features

Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
No
Cup holder can be attached
Yes
Reflective elements
No
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
Yes
Mosquito net included
No
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
No
Seat liner/insert included
No
Changing bag included
No
Carry bag/transport cover for the folded stroller included
No
Motorized/Baterry-powered
No
LED light(s)
No
Built-in audio speakers
No
A storage/bag can be attached instead of a seat
No

Parent reviews of the Bumbleride Era

3.6/5
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  • Looks stylish
  • Easy to fold
  • Maneuverable
  • Spacious basket
  • Reversible seat
  • Long handlebar for tall people
  • Tyre pump included
  • Huge sunshade
  • Very wide
  • Build quality feels flimsy
  • All-terrain abilities lacking
  • Cork handle not my taste
  • Fabrics feel tacky
  • Seat does not go fully upright

When I bought this, I was looking a stroller with good terrain capabilities, as we get a lot of snow and ice in the winter. I also wanted something easy to manoeuvre, with a rear-facing seat so I could see my baby. On the latter points, this stroller performed perfectly.

It is a little heavy, but it folds and unfolds very easily compared with other models I have tried. However, the terrain abilities are not as good as promised. The ride is very bumpy, even on relatively flat pavements, and it really struggled on compacted snow, nevermind deep, soft snow. I had previously tried the Indie and found it better in this regard, but the reversible seat was important to me, hence my choosing the Era.

Another minus point of the Era is that the chassis feels a little flimsy (the Indie was also better in this respect). The handlebar is quite thin and doesn't feel solid to push on, especially if you give it a good bounce as you might on bumpy terrain. When it comes to size, the Era is quite wide and, while it has a small turning circle, it is nevertheless bulky when navigating in shops. Another slight niggle is that the seat doesn't go fully upright, which my baby is not a fan of. All these aspects turned me off, and I ended up returning it.

A great compromise

4
  • Spacious (even my 4yo fits in)
  • Great to maneuver
  • Large basket + extra pocket
  • Weight capacity of up to 25 kg
  • Nice fold for how sturdy it is
  • Seat reversibility!
  • Flat recline
  • And that awesome cork handle- and bumper bar, so unique (and ecological)
  • Its look is more functional and stylish, but I don't mind that - just for those fashionista mums to know ;-)
  • It's a little heavy for me, but I am petite - and I guess it's the price of those all-terrain abilities
  • Not cheap - and all the accessories have to be bought separately :-/

Perfect for adventurous parents often going off-road, but also strolling in the city. It's a good compromise of all the necessary features while being sturdy and comfortable for the child as well.

  • spacious
  • long leg rest (this is actually so rare)
  • reversible seat
  • high-quality
  • wonderful push
  • quality finish and details (there's even cork on the zippers!)
  • tire pump in its own rear pocket included
  • weight - but for what it is, it's actually very much alright
  • air-filled wheels need pumping up from time to time, and you can get a puncture
  • I don't like the fabric cover on the bumper bar, because it gets dirty easily (even though you can wash it, it's a bit of a bother)
  • the fabrics are easy to wipe clean, but they're also kind of slippery
  • the canopy could extend by one extra panel (there's only a pull-out sun visor)
  • center of gravity is a little worse when the seat is in the rear-facing position

I love the sturdy feel and the cork-covered handlebar. Everything feels high-quality, there's enough space for the child as well as for storage, and the fold is not as bulky as I imagined at all (the wheels do take up some more space than I would have liked, but you can remove them easily). And we can pass through pretty much everything, the push is wonderful! I think so many parents were waiting for a reversible Bumbleride stroller - finally, here it is!

Your questions about the Bumbleride Era

1)

Hi,

Do tall parents tend to hit their feet on the low cross bar when walking?

Heya,

If very very tall, it may happen. If they are not in the extremes and have the handlebar in the right position (the lowest comfortable setting), it should be ok. If in doubt, the best is always trying beforehand.

.eli - 13 Jul 2023
2)

Hi.

How high is the seat unit from the ground, please? As in, the seat pad that the baby sits on, how high is that from the floor, please?

Thank you!

Hello, Debbie,

The seat's height, therefore, the height from the ground to the bottom of the seat in both the parent or world-facing mode is 20.5" (52 cm) from the ground. So your child will be sitting at 52 cm from the ground (and it's a nice height, not too low, not overly high).

.eli - 15 Jan 2022
3)

What diameter are the wheels please? And what height does the handle go up to please?

Hello, Deb,

The measurements of different parts, including the wheel diameters and the handle heights, are down in the Specifications section - just click on the section you need your information in. The wheels are 21.5 cm (8.5 inch) and 29 cm (11.5 inch) in diameter (front and rear wheels respectively) and the push bar ranges from 66 to a maximum height of 113 cm from the ground.

.eli - 31 Dec 2021

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