Thule Spring
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Thule Spring

The BJCMGT2 more urban, but nice-to-maneuver competitor
.eli
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The Thule Spring is new for February 2020. True to the tradition of the Thule strollers, it is a three-wheeler. Compared to its big brothers Glide and Urban Glide, both suitable for jogging, the Spring is much more compact, narrower and predominantly urban. Size- and folding-wise, it is similar to the Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 or the Britax B-Agile M, while one of its unique features would be the unique fold involving lifting the seat panel to access a solid, plastic lever. Pulling the lever up will make the entire stroller fold into itself, making it narrower. Once folded, the Spring is, therefore, ultimately compact - up to 30 % more compact than the competition. Besides, the stroller stands by itself when folded, making it much easier to store. Another specific feature of the Spring is the telescopically adjustable handlebar - usually, this type of stroller is either equipped with a fixed, or a rotating handlebar. The shopping basket located underneath the seat can take up to 21 liters.

The softly padded, spacious seat can be reclined quite deeply, but not to a full lie-flat. The leg rest is, however, not adjustable. Thanks to the unique shape of the leg rest and the easily adjustable shoulder straps of the 5-point safety harness, your child will be able to climb aboard easily. Another bonus is the extendable, extra-large hood with a large closable window. The ventilation window located behind the reclined backrest will be appreciated during summer days’ naps. Using corresponding adapters, car seats with Maxi-Cosi types of attachments can be used. Chicco adapters are available too. All other accessories for the Spring - the sibling board, the bumper bar, the snack tray, seat liners, a carry bag, and more - are optional and available to purchase separately.

Thule Spring Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
10 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
108.5 cm x 58.5 cm x 109 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
76 cm x 43 cm x 32 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Sweden
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
29.5 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-48 months
Reversible seat unit
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
No
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
51 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
30 x 25 cm
Total length of the seat unit
92 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
Yes
Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
No

The Canopy (Hood)

Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
Yes
Extendable canopy/hood
Yes
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
Yes
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
No
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
No
Bumper bar type (style)
Bar
Bumper bar can be purchased separately
Yes
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
3
Front wheel(s) type
Foam-filled tires (puncture-free)
Rear wheels type
Foam-filled tires (puncture-free)
Front wheels diameter
21.5 cm
Rear wheels diameter
21.5 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
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
One-step rocker pedal (flip-flop friendly)
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
3D
One-hand fold
Yes
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
n/a
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
Yes
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
Yes

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Telescopic
Handlebar material
Leatherette (PU/eco-leather)
Handlebar height
96-108.5 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
Yes

The Basket

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

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
No

The Car seat

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

The Accessories & Extra features

Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
No
Cup holder can be attached
Yes
Reflective elements
Yes
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
No
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 Thule Spring

4.3/5
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  • Maneuverability
  • Hood size (and interchangeability)
  • Compactness
  • Leg rest doesn't adjust

We own it - ad it's great. Very maneuverable, it's a great push suitable even for terrain. Even though the rear wheels don't have suspension, the hanging seat helps absorb shocks. The hood is nice and large. I have the black on black version and planning to get the blue marl as well. It is nicely compact to fit into our car boot. Recommended.

  • driveability
  • storage basket
  • stiff suspension
  • canopy design

I like our Spring, I must say. To my surprise, however, it is rather stiff in the suspension area, and I also don't like the canopy. It is too close and strangely-designed. On the other hand, the pushchair has a fantastic maneuverability, I can push it with one hand! And the underslung basket is heaven 🤩

I am thinking about swapping it for something with softer suspension - but I am afraid it be worse to push 🙈

Super-smooth push

5
  • No leg rest adjusting
  • Not reversible

Super-smooth push.
Not that soft of a ride.
It can go through meadows and forest roads.
Small, compact, perfect for city use.
Huge canopy with extensions.
Not a full lay-flat, but it's deep enough.
Telescopic handlebar suitable even for taller people.
Excellent basket accessibility.
Spacious basket.
One-hand, one-step folding.
Takes up only a little space when folded.
Comfortable even for an older toddler - up to 22 kg.

  • Lightweight
  • Super easy to push
  • Simple one-hand fold
  • Almost a 180-degree lie-flat seat
  • Extendable canopy with ventilation mesh
  • Large basket
  • Possibility to purchase a bumper bar if you need it
  • It could have had more suspension

A super-easy to push, compact urban pushchair.

  • low weight
  • awesome maneuverability, perfectly nimble (I think it's the three wheels)
  • spacious
  • nice canopy (even if the design looks weird at first glance)
  • optional other hood colors - great for later changes of the look
  • well-made, quality materials
  • I miss a leg-rest adjustment
  • not used to a three-wheeler to pop-up a curb (takes some adjusting)
  • the pull-up flap over the folding handle looks funny and feels clumsily made, but the fold works well overall

Super stylish, in a sporty way. I really like the high quality and the space for the child, even though I was used to an adjustable leg rest on my stroller system before. Very nimble, perfect for the city, and a larger toddler.

Your questions about the Thule Spring

1)

Can you fold the stroller with the bumper bar in place?

Thanks

Hi, Mags,

No, this stroller does not fold with the bumper bar on (nor with the tray). From what I've heard, the tray is the more practical of the two though, so just letting you know.

.eli - 25 Apr 2023
2)

Dear Eli,

As Thule Spring is thought for kids from 6 months old, there is no Thule bassinet/carrycot for this model. Do you think some kind of a universal carrycot could be used for a newborn? Thank you!

Heya, Egle,

The stroller is not meant to be used with a carrycot, you are right. What can be done, though, is to use a reclinable car seat instead, for ex. a Joie i-Level or the Kiddy Evoluna line, with the Maxi-Cosi adaptors it will work.

Apart from that, the Cot To Go from GB could be used, I believe, with the same adapters, however I cannot say how the center of gravity changes, and it could look funny over the song. I cannot recommend this way, but it should be possible.

Lastly, you could get a soft, insert cot / coccoon, for ex. from Hauck, britax or Valco Baby (just ask around in any larger baby shop, they will probably have some), and insert it in the reclined seat - it should create a cozy enough environment for a newborn.

.eli - 08 Feb 2023

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