UPPAbaby Cruz Stroller, Denny
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Product Description
The ideal combination of function and style, the Cruz delivers a compact stroller solution without comprising on the features of a full size stroller. Grows with your child from birth through toddler years with the use of the infant snug seat accessory.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #17074 in Baby Product
- Size: Birth -and UP
- Color: Denny
- Brand: UPPAbaby
- Model: CRUZ
- Released on: 2011-12-16
- Dimensions: 39.37" h x29.49" w x22.24" l,15.00 pounds
Features
- Full size reversible, 180 degree position recline
- Easy one step fold with or without the seat attached
- Two canopy positions to accommodate taller children
- Infant car seat adaptable
- Large canopy with extended SPF 50 sunshade
Most helpful customer reviews
115 of 120 people found the following review helpful.First, a bit of background on my stroller usage. We didn't purchase a stroller before our baby was born because we wanted to wait to see what our needs would be. We started with a Snap 'n' Go travel system handed down from a friend. This has lots of benefits and we still use it, but the steering and handling were pretty bad, so it was not good for long walks. I bought an Uppababy G-Luxe when my baby was about 4 months old and loved that it was lightweight and handled much better than the Snap 'n' Go on the city sidewalks. The fold is amazingly easy, and it stands up when folded, so it is great for taking in the car and we always bring it when we travel by air. However, after a few months I realized I wanted a few features that the G-Luxe didn't have:1. The ability to turn the seat to face me.2. A big, easily accessible basket.3. The ability to put a diaper bag on the handlebar without the whole stroller tipping over.After a lot of research and road-testing, I purchased the Cruz. I am very happy with it--it was the best stroller for me from all those that were available for purchase in December 2011. However, there are some design issues that hopefully Uppababy can work out in the next model. I knew about all of these before I purchased the Cruz and decided to buy it anyway, and I'm still happy with that decision, which is saying a lot. Below are pros and cons (mostly comparing the Cruz to the 2011 Vista, which I was also considering).PROS:1. The fold is a lot easier on the Cruz and it is also easier to remove and switch the direction of the seat.2. The Cruz is several pounds lighter and easier to pick up when folded. This was a big deal to me as I have had back and shoulder issues since my baby was born, and I wouldn't have been able to pick up the Vista and put it in my car.3. There are five recline positions on the Cruz, including one that is very upright and one that is fully reclined.4. I preferred the basket on the Cruz because it didn't have an axle bar going through it like on the Vista.5. I preferred the bright colors of the Cruz--I got the light blue and it is gorgeous! I am also a design junkie and really preferred the pared-down design of the Cruz. The Vista seemed a little clunky to me.CONS:1. There seems to be a design flaw with the telescoping handle. The first time I took the stroller out for a long walk, the handlebar adjustment button stopped working. It seems to be stuck on the left side. You can still adjust the height of the handlebar but you can't do it using the telescoping button--you have to do it manually by pressing in the little metal piece that holds the handlebar at a particular height, and then keeping it pressed in while also depressing the telescoping button. It's pretty annoying. I don't think this is a fluke because the Cruz that I test drove at my local store had the same problem. It worked fine inside the store but when I took it around the block for a test drive, the handle stuck on the left side. It looks like another reviewer had the same problem. I contacted Uppa and they are sending me a new frame (their customer service is great), but I fully expect that the problem will recur.2. The brake is sticky, and not good for people wearing flip flops or nice shoes that they don't want to get scuffed up. It's a foot brake that you operate by stepping on it to brake, and them putting your foot underneath and lifting up to release the brake, just like with an umbrella stroller. Truth be told, this is the one factor that almost turned me off to the Cruz. I really wish they had designed the brake like the one on the Vista, where you step on it to brake and then step on it again to release the brake. As it is, I bend down and release the brake with my hand every time so I don't mess up my shoes, which is a pain.3. The lock mechanism that keeps the stroller closed when you fold it is unreliable. Paradoxically it seems to come undone when I want it to stay closed, yet is hard to open when I want to open it. It would be great if the Cruz had a little arm to keep it shut like the G-Luxe--the mechanism on the G-Luxe is perfect!Bottom line: I love this stroller and I'm willing to live with the flaws because there was no stroller I liked better on the market. But to some people the issues I've described might be deal-breakers, so I just wanted to put the info out there!
26 of 31 people found the following review helpful.I looked high and low online for reviews about the Peg Perego Book Plus, which were scant to begin with, and I had wanted to compare it to the Uppababy Cruz, and there were absolutely no reviews to that effect. I finally decided to go to Buy Buy Baby armed with a tape measure and figure things out myself. For the purposes of brevity I have just listed the strollers as "Cruz" and "Book" (even though I am reviewing the Book Plus).What I wanted:- A full-size stroller with a comfortable seat that had a one-handed lever recline including a flat position- Adjustable footrest- Reversible seat- Large storage basket- Five point adjustable harness- Large canopy- Relatively lightweight, stands when foldedWhat I found:Reversible: - Cruz yes, easily; however does not fold when seat is parent-facing - Book, yes, a little more tricky to find connecting parts but seat will fold whether facing parent or outwardSeat height from ground: - Cruz 22 inches - Book 22 inchesSeat Width - Cruz 12.5 inches - Book 14 inchesSeat Depth - Cruz 10 inches - Book 9 inchesSeat back - Cruz 20 inches - Book 19 inchesSeat to canopy - Cruz 22.5 inches, extends to 24 inches - Book 22.5 inchesCrotch Strap - Cruz 7 inches - Book 7.5 inchesCrotch Strap to seat back - Cruz 5 inches - Book 5.5 inchesFootrest - Cruz - two position adjustable - Book - multi-position adjustableCanopy - Cruz Large, with pop-out visor and mesh peekaboo window/magnetic closure - Book Extra large (comes down to bumper bar when seat is upright), peekaboo window (clear plastic)/Velcro closureRecline - Cruz multiple recline positions, including 180 degrees and very upright; one-handed lever recline smoother operation than Book - Book multiple positions including flat; not as upright as Cruz; one-handed lever reclineStorage - Cruz Very large storage basket fits large, fits full diaper bag with room left over; easy access even with seat in full recline; no parent tray, cupholder or zippered compartment - Book Large storage basket, fits full diaper bag with some room left over, access a little difficult with seat in full recline and storage basket drags on ground when full; zippered compartment on canopy, cupholderHarness - Cruz padded, adjustable; buckle is a push-button, pop-open mechanism; a little too easy to undo - Book adjustable; buckle is a bilateral side-squeeze mechanismHandlebar - Cruz telescoping adjustable - Book pivoting adjustableBrakes - Cruz linked brakes - Book linked brakesCarrying handle once folded - Cruz no - Book yesAccessories - Cruz Rain shield, bug guard - Book Foot muff, rain shield, bumper bar; there are two hooks on the handlebar that can be used to hang thingsFold - Cruz Two-handed, one-step fold; goes into a standing fold IF handlebar is fully extended and brake is engaged; taller when folded than the Book - Book One-handed, one-step fold; stands when folded; mechanism is a little ricketySteering - Cruz Good - all wheel suspension - Book - Better - Ball bearingsWeightApprox 22 pounds eachColorsBoth have multiple colors available; fabric on the Cruz is higher quality but two types of fabric available on the Book; a woven tone one tone type and a neoprene typeBoth strollers have swiveling wheels with the ability to lock straight to go over rougher terrain. Both strollers can fit into the trunk of a Honda Civic, but with not much room left over.I hope this comparison helped someone else who may have had the same questions I did. So what did I end up choosing?Neither of these. I saw the Uppababy Vista and it easily outshone both of these strollers. I'll be reviewing it soon!
22 of 26 people found the following review helpful.Many weeks of online research and in-person "test driving" went into my decision to buy an UPPAbaby Cruz. Like many first time parents, I originally purchased a travel system. After using the travel system stroller for 6 months, and realizing my son was uncomfortable and didn't want to sit in it, I had a better idea of what features my family needed.My son needed: a very upright seat and an unobstructed view of the world, a reclining seat for napping, and plush fabric that didn't make him overheat.I needed: something compact, easy to load and unload, relatively light, with tons of storage for my diaper bag and shopping bags. I also wanted something easy to clean.I primarily run errands with my stroller, or take walks around the neighborhood or paved walking park. A smooth ride was important, but I don't jog or go off roading very often, so I didn't want a stroller with big honkin' wheels. Something stylish was a definite plus as well.Pros:-This is a quality made stroller. The fabric feels durable, it's construction is solid. Other family members have had UPPAbaby strollers for years and highly recommended the brand to me.-A joy to push. I love that the handlebar is height adjustable, and has a more squared off shape. The steering is incredible, I can turn around easily in tiny elevators. It's also only 22" wide so fitting through crowded store aisles is a breeze. The ride is super smooth.-The fabric is very durable and cleans up easily. I love that you can pop the whole seat off and throw it in the wash if you want. When spot cleaning stains wipe right off, even on the harness straps. I also love that you have the option of adding the UPPAbaby Seat Liner (sold separately) for added comfort and stain protection.-The storage basket is massive.-Very stylish. I've gotten compliments, which is always a nice bonus.-My 6 month old son is very comfortable and stays in it for hours without protesting. I believe this is because of the plush fabrics, the wide open view and the upright seat.-It folds flatter than my travel system stroller, but takes up about the same space lengthwise.-The seat is reversible so baby can face you or the world.Cons:-No cup holder or parent console. I got the Britax Stroller Organizer to fix this and like it.Britax Stroller Organizer, Black-The seat does recline 180°, but still bends at the knee, so it's not a truly flat fold. My son hasn't had any problems napping in it this way though.-The harness is a little weird. The side and crotch straps tighten great, but on the lowest shoulder position, and upper straps seem loose for smaller babies. Granted, this isn't a car seat and my child is more than secure, but you may want to try it out in person and see if it meets your needs. They may have been designed to be intentionally loose so your child can reach forward. Plenty of room to grow into.-Belly Bar and Snack Tray sold separately.-Lowering the heights of the shoulder straps is difficult. You have to wedge the nylon straps through the gap of a metal ring and then reconnect it the same way on a loop at a new height. This isn't a procedure you have to do very often, but for a stroller in this price range I wish is was designed a little better. You have to do a similar maneuver to get the seat off as well.-The seat must be in a forward facing position to fold.Information That I Wish I'd Known:-In many review videos I'd watched on the Cruz, the way the stroller folded was a bit misrepresented. There was criticism that you had to get down on the ground to fold the stroller, because it rolled forward and flat on the ground when being folded. The instruction manual suggests engaging the brake pedal prior to folding. This way, the stroller doesn't roll forward and remains upright. If you extend the handle all the way it will also stand once folded.-When removing the stroller from my car, I unlatch the stroller lock first, then turn around to open it. I haven't had get down to fold or unfold my Cruz like I've read in other reviews. I was concerned about the bright yellow fabric hitting dirty pavement, but it isn't an issue.Overall I am very pleased with my purchase, and find myself walking more often with the baby because I enjoy using this stroller so much!EDIT: 6 months later and I still love this stroller, and am just as thrilled when I bought it. I added some non-skid padding used under area rugs to the Britax Stroller Organizer to keep it from sliding on the handles. I also added the UPPAbaby seat liner, which is super plush and catches a lot of stains. Is it weird to really love a stroller? Because I really love this thing!
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