Loving it so far!

Loving it so far!

I’ve never had a double stroller or a wagon, so I have little to compare this to.  However, I did a ton of research on different wagons.  I was debating getting a Wonderfold but it was huge and heavy.. I wanted something that didn’t take up all my trunk space and that I could still carry and maneuver easily. I ended up excitedly choosing the 2023 Larktale Caravan I have a 1 year old and a baby coming in a couple months.  We also hang out with some family friends with kids (6 yr old, 3 year old, 7 month old) a lot and wanted something they could have the option of sharing and using.

I’ve had it for a week so far, including walks to the park and even a trip to an amusement park!  Couple thoughts on it. Putting the wagon together was super easy and quick. I’m happy it fits in the trunk of my 2012 Hyundai Elantra with some room to spare.  Didn’t have to take anything off except the canopies but I think you always have to take those off..? It did NOT fit in the back of my friend’s 2004 Chevy Tahoe unless we put down half of the 3rd row.  The 3 year old and 1 year old could fit next to each other on one side but it was tight.. I wouldn’t really recommend much older or bigger than that. But the 1 year old sometimes hung out in the footwell (it seemed pretty strong!)  I loved that I could close up the footwell and let the 7 month old crawl around in there.

I will say this though.. my 12 month old practically dove off head-first off the side (caught him in time) with the footwell closed, so just keep in mind it’s not good for the whole baby standing while walking if they are a certain height already.  I was really hoping it would be!  But I guess that’s the difference between the huge and expensive Wonderfold lol.  

The wagon itself pushed really smooth and seemed decent to maneuver and turn (again, no experience to compare to). Uphill was rough though, especially with the kids in it.  (I don’t have the pull handle yet but I’ve heard that’s easier to do than pushing!).  We did try pulling it backwards and that helped some.  Also, im 5’ and could not see over the closed standard canopy.  I had to move to the side to see what the kids are doing.  That was a bummer but I’m thinking I’ll eventually have to get the overhead canopy.

Overall, I really love it so far.  It’s just so much better than simply using a stroller!! I love the color and the quality of the material.  I just wish it had a bit more storage capacity and came with the summer canopies, but I’ve seen people adding bags etc and plan to do that.  I also wish I didn’t have to buy so many accessories when it’s already so expensive 😅 but still overall love it!!