Chicco Liteway 4 Stroller, Blossom | Lightweight, Compact, 0-22Kg (0-4yrs), 4-Position Backrest

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The Chicco Liteway has undergone some cosmetic updates since its release in 2018. Likewise, the comparable Summer Infant 3Dlite Stroller was originally released in 2016. There was an updated version of the Summer Infant 3Dlite released in 2019 that has all the same features and an upgraded design. We have updated all links and images to reflect the most recent versions of these products. This is a good question. After all, car seats expire, right? The reason for car seat expiration dates is that they need to stay strong to keep your baby safe in the case of an accident. Because your stroller will not be charged with protecting your baby at 70 mph, there is no need for an expiration date. The Safety 1st Step Lite is 1 pound heavier than the Chicco Liteway Stroller. I know that it doesn’t seem that 1 pound would make much of a difference, but it really does when you’re carrying a stroller for any length of time.

Many parents love the fact that the Chicco Liteway Stroller has a sturdy basket, but the size could certainly do with a slight upgrade. This, however, is open to debate depending on your needs. The 3Dlite is 4.2 lbs lighter than the Liteway. You can feel the weight difference in folding and pushing. The 3Dlite is also a bit smaller when folded than the Liteway, but neither fold compactly. The front tires seem to catch on the foot bar if your child pushes down on it with his feet. It causes the tires to have difficulty turning, making the stroller hard to push. The front of the seat can be lifted up to become a leg rest. This makes for a longer, flatter surface for napping. The Liteway with leg rest extended. Important Benefits of the Chicco Liteway Stroller Easy Assembly Lightweight Easily Folded, Toted, and Stored Large Wheels Adjustable to Four Positions Parent Cupholder Durability One-Foot Brake System Small Storage Basket Concerns About the Chicco Liteway Stroller Difficult Harness Shoulder Pad Defect Tiny Canopy Canopy Detaches Too Easily Weight Limit Too Low? The Chicco Liteway Stroller vs the Summer Infant 3D Light Similarities Pros Cons The Chicco Liteway Stroller vs Safety 1st Step Lite Compact Stroller Similarities Pros Cons FAQs for the Chicco Liteway How do I care for my Chicco Liteway Stroller? How old does my baby have to be to sit in a stroller? When is my child too big for a stroller? Can my baby sleep in his car seat? Can a bumpy stroller ride cause Shaken Baby Syndrome? Do strollers have an expiration date? Final Word Important Benefits of the Chicco Liteway Stroller Easy AssemblyIt has a 5-point harness but does not have a chest clip. None of the strollers we tested have a chest clip. The brakes have individual pedals on each rear wheel. This is not as convenient as strollers with a single brake pedal. The brakes are easy on bare feet and they engage relatively well. While the Safety 1st Step Lite Compact Stroller gave me pause for consideration, I can’t justify choosing it over the Liteway. We haven’t had any problems with the most frequently used moving parts including the folding mechanism, canopy hinge, and the EVA foam wheels.

This stroller folds up for compact storage with the push of a lever. Some people do have a little difficult pushing the lever up with their foot if they are wearing sandals rather than closed-toe shoes. The wheels are the weak point. It seems that the front wheels get to a place where they either start refusing to turn or start turning in the wrong direction and need to be manually redirected. Strollers that do this could be defective, or it could be a flaw in the design. One-Foot Brake System As far as height goes, though the stroller is high enough for tall people to push without slumping, they will hit their feet on the wheels if they are not careful. No. A bumpy stroller ride will not hurt your baby. It may annoy them, but it won’t do any permanent damage. Do strollers have an expiration date? Adjusting the harness lengths requires sliding the clips. The clips don’t slide easily; you have to push the strap through the clips. Folding and Transport

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Then there’s the issue of your child helping you to detach the canopy. A curious toddler could certainly reach and remove the canopy. This, of course, may not be a problem depending on the curiosity of your child, his stage of exploration into cause and effect, and his personality. Weight Limit Too Low? Whereas the Liteway has an automatic storage latch, the Safety 1st has a simple clip on the side of the stroller. Though the clip does keep the stroller closed, it makes opening and closing it difficult. The Chicco storage basket is about .4 cubic feet in volume which is on the low end compared to other strollers. Do not leave it hanging in the sun. Hanging it for long periods in direct sunlight causes color fading in many fabrics. The canopy is small so you will need sunscreen on arms and legs on sunny days. Our Liteway had no mesh fabric for airflow in either the seat or sunshade, however the “New Liteway”has mesh side fabric.

The most frequent safety hazards for strollers are pinching and tipping over. As mentioned, the Liteway performed well in our tip-over testing. Even at six months old, your baby should be placed in a stroller that can be reclined in several positions. In this way, he can slowly graduate into a fully seated position. This way, when his muscles tire from sitting upright, he will be able to recline somewhat and still work his muscles.

The biggest advantage of the 3Dlite over the Liteway is maneuverability. The 3Dlite is extremely responsive, requiring little effort to turn and steer around obstacles whereas the Liteway is average. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP), strollers should not be used after a child turns 3 years old. This can lead to limited exercise and obesity. Can my baby sleep in his car seat? When the seat is fully upright it has a 54-degree angle. 60 to 70 degrees is more comfortable for children who want to watch the world go by. Though the shoulder pads are an asset to the stroller, making it seem more comfortable for the baby or toddler, they, unfortunately, don’t stay put very well. They fall off easily. You might be better off just removing them altogether. Tiny Canopy

The Safety 1st has a larger storage compartment than the Liteway. The Safety 1st’s compartment claims to be able to fit a full-size diaper bag. I have tried countless strollers over the course of nine years and four children. I understand how difficult finding a stroller that works well can be. The pedal is created to need a little force behind it before the stroller folds up so that there is no danger of it collapsing accidentally while you are pushing it. Therefore, it can hurt the top of an unprotected foot. In this case, use your hand to pull up on the lever to collapse the stroller rather than using your foot. Wipe the metal and plastic parts of the Liteway with a damp cloth. Dry it with a soft towel. How old does my baby have to be to sit in a stroller?

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The good news is that it has a parent cup holder. The bad news? The cupholder tends to flip over, spilling the water bottles and beverages onto the ground. This best lightweight stroller is quite light comparably due to its aluminum frame. Some people do argue that it is heavier than they expect, being a bit heavier than the traditional umbrella stroller, but the Chicco Liteway Stroller is so much more than the ordinary umbrella stroller, as it includes a much sturdier basket and larger wheels. Therefore, the extra five pounds is easily understood and worth it to me. Whether it’s worth it to you or not, you can be the judge. Easily Folded, Toted, and Stored