Lightweight baby strollers have come a long way from the basic umbrella stroller.

The lightweight baby strollers that are produced today have many of the same features as larger strollers but the pared down versions are much easier for travel and quick trips to a mall, theme park, or just running errands.

The Maclaren Techno strollers are some of the best you can find on the market.  They are known to be some of the most sturdy, lightweight, and highly attractive baby strollers you can actually find.

Some of its cons are that they lack rubber wheels and suspension on the rear wheels.  The canopy lever is also known to be faulty on some models.

The majority of  parents love MaClarren strollers. These particular models seem to have the best features you can get. The distinct features of all their strollers are seats with reclining features and a five point harness.  All their features help you carry and store it virtually anywhere and extremely easily.

Here is the manufacturers description of the Techno model:

  • Suitable for babies from birth
  • Ergonomically optimized, adjustable 3-position handle height for user comfort
  • Front and rear wheel suspension
  • Shopping basket
  • Lockable, front swivel wheels
  • Sturdy, aeronautical-quality aluminum frame
  • Extendable leg rest
  • 4-position padded seat
  • Raincover included
  • Square hood with storage pockets, UV protective viewing window and sun visor. Tilts with extra panel for added sun protection.
  • Reflective panels for evening safety
  • Carry handle for easy lifting
  • Comfort pack included (head and chest pads included)
  • Sovereign(SM) lifetime warranty
  • Maclaren recycling programme
  • 12 month guarantee
  • Folded: 110 x 28 x 29cm
  • Unfolded: 110 x 79 x 34cm
  • Handle height: 107cm
  • Weight: 6.8kg

A lot of people say that the Techno model’s bigger wheels and its ability to recline fully for newborns are features that make its highly advantageous over  the more bargain priced MaClaren baby strollers (i.e. the Quest) . The XT and XTR models both have the large 6-inch wheels ( which are exclusive to these models), and there is a sizable difference in how they handle in snow, on the sand, and less than optimal terrain.

I like this stroller because it is easier to maneuver than a lot of other ones but some of the drawbacks do include having no snack bar, no cup holder for mom and dad, and the very small bins underneath are very hard to access when the seat is reclined.  Another problem is that we heard a small number of parents experienced problems with the 2004 brakes locking up on them.

Overall most parents cannot say enough about the sleek, highly sporty, and lightweight yet sturdy performance they received from their these baby strollers.  A definite good buy.