Phil and Ted Double Jogger

NOTE: PLEASE SEE RECALL INFORMATION BELOW

The Phil and Ted's e3 Explorer double jogger is a must have for the city. The jogger can be used for one or two kids at a time. I wish I would have purchased it with my first daughter and just bought the attachment when we had our second. Our first jogger was given to Goodwill because we have no use for it now and it was expensive. Here are a few pros and cons of this jogger:

Pros

1. There are four modes: single infant, single toddler, infant and toddler, and two toddlers. The added seat attachment is easily removed and folds compactly for storage.
2. In the infant mode the baby lies completely flat so you can begin using the stroller immediately.
3. It is front-to-back instead of side-by-side, so you can walk through stores, narrow sidewalks and through large crowds.

4. It breaks down for travel pretty easily and compactly.
5. The front wheel swivels for easy maneuvering.
6. The handlebar has two height settings for taller people.
7. There is an attachment for an infant car seat.

Cons

1. There isn't enough storage. There is a basket underneath, but it is where the feet of the child in the second seat rest, so it's not that usable. You can buy saddle bags, but it makes the jogger wider. I bought an attachment for the Bob stroller that fits on the handlebar for drinks and misc. items.

2. When in double mode, neither seat reclines. My infant frequently falls asleep in the back seat and her head falls forward. Because of the weight distribution and the steep hills in San Francisco, she can't sit in the front when my toddler's in the jogger.

3. The stroller should not be used for running because of the front swivel wheel.

4. It's expensive. The stroller is around $380.00 and the second seat attachment is $89.99. But if you buy this stroller with your first child, and you plan on having more, you'll save on buying a double jogger later.

Overall, we are very happy with this stroller and would recommend it.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 27, 2006

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 593-5522

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Name of Product: Phil & Teds e3 Strollers with doubles seats

Hazard: Children can touch the rear tires when in the stroller's add-on seat. This can pose an abrasion hazard to children.

Incidents/Injuries: Regal Lager has received one report of a child who scraped his arm from touching the tire in motion.

Description: This recall involves the e3 Buggy which is a three-wheeled stroller with a black steel tubing frame. It is sold in a variety of fabric colors. An additional seat, known as a "Doubles Kit," can be added directly behind the main stroller's seat allowing a second child to ride in the stroller. This seat can either be added on top of thestroller's frame or attached on top of the rear axle in the lower position. When used in the lower position, a seated child can reach the wheels.

Sold by: Baby furniture and baby products stores nationwide, and Internet retailers from July 2005 through November 2006 for about $380.

REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using the additional rear seat in the lower position on top of the rear axle and contact Regal Lager for free additional rear wheel guards.

Customer Contact: For more information, contact Regal Lager at (800)593-5522 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail the firm at info@regallager.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.regallager.com

To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07069.html