The Baby Jogger Summit X3 is an award-winning jogging stroller that will go through anything no matter how rough the terrain gets. This updated model has all the features parents want in a jogger like full protection canopy, roomy seat, large basket, and easy fold.
The roomy seat can accommodate a child from birth and up to 75 lbs (that is like 9 years old). You can also use it from birth with an infant car seat or a pram. The canopy is absolutely HUGE and has two viewing windows.
The all-wheel suspension and air-filled tires make it a smooth ride. The front wheel is swivel but can be locked straight. I love the remote front-wheel lock which is located on the side of the frame instead of the wheel. You don’t need to bend down and touch that dirty wheel.
The hand brake makes it easy to slow down when going down the hill. There is also an adjustable tracking to get your stroller perfectly straight while you are running.
The Summit X3 is very easy to navigate and steer. It’s truly a one-hand stroller. But, the best feature of X3 is the ONE-HAND fold! Super easy. The only thing I didn’t like is that there is no auto lock and no standing fold so you will need to use your other hand to lock it manually.
OVERALL
I gave it 5 out of 5 stars because I really like the large canopy, roomy seat, huge basket, adjustable tracking, and all-wheel suspension. I would like to see an automatic lock and adjustable handlebar added which should be an easy update.
The price is a little on the higher end. It retails for around $429 and comes in three colors.
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Features
CANOPY
Baby Jogger never disappoints when it comes to canopies. The canopy on Summit X3 is HUGE! It provides full sun coverage from the morning and evening sun. It has three sections with two peekaboo windows.
One thing I am not crazy about is that peekaboo windows have velcro closures. I would prefer to see a magnetic one like on the Versa and Elite models.
HANDLEBAR
It’s NOT adjustable but located at 40.5″ from the ground which is an average height. It has a rubber cover that is very easy to clean. Some strollers have that foam handlebar that absorbs sweat while you are running and becomes very stinky and slippery. Ack!
BRAKE
It features a hand brake which is a great safety feature for when you are jogging down the hill and need to slow down.
SEAT
Summit X3 has a larger seat than a previous model and can hold a child up to 75 lbs. A high weight capacity is very important in a jogging stroller because very often older kids (6-7 years old) can’t keep up, so it is easier just to take them with you in a stroller.
It is 14.5″ wide with a 21″ seat back and a measurement of 24″ from the back of the seat to the top of the canopy. Footrest is 9″ high (not adjustable). The seat is made out of very high-quality easy-to-clean material. We all know how messy our little angels are! :)
It has a one-hand recline that is adjusted with a strap system. The seat goes from vertical to almost flat, so you can put a newborn into the stroller. You CAN’T jog with a small baby in the stroller until he is at least 8 months old.
But, if you want to take your little one for a walk, it is fine. I would still recommend getting a car seat adapter and turning it into a travel system for a newborn.
Once the seat is fully reclined, you will see a large mesh window similar to the one on City Mini. It creates a nice airflow on a hot summer day but could be covered with a piece of material hidden in the back of the canopy.
Like many other Baby Jogger models, it has a large mesh pocket on the back of the seat. Since there is no parent console, this pocket is quite handy for small items like cell phone, keys, and sunglasses.
HARNESS
It has a 5-point padded harness that can be easily adjusted. The center release buckle is hard to unlock for a toddler (I like that).
BASKET
Most of the joggers have a very small basket underneath the seat. Not the Summit X3! It has a large basket that can be accessed from the back or the sides of the stroller. It is not as convenient as on Select model, but is still very decent for a jogger.
WHEELS
It has three air-filled tires with two 16″ wheels in the back and a 12″ single wheel in the front. The front swivel wheel can be quickly locked straight for jogging or if the terrain gets rough.
The lock for the swivel wheel is conveniently placed on the side of the stroller so you can lock or unlock it without touching that dirty front wheel. How great is that?
Want a smooth ride? Then this stroller is for you. It has a state-of-the-art all-wheel suspension system that will absorb all of the bumps providing your child with a smooth ride.
BRAKE
It has a foot brake located between the rear wheels. To activate the brake, you need to step on the red pedal and bring it down.
FOLD/UNFOLD
Like all Baby Jogger strollers, this one has the same easy fold. I didn’t expect anything else. LOL. It is a one-hand one-step fold. All you need to do is pull up the strap located in the middle of the seat and it will fold. Now, what I don’t like is that there is no automatic lock. You have to manually lock it using a velcro strap.
It is a heavy stroller at 28 lbs, so you will need to use some muscles to lift it. Folded dimensions with wheels on are 33.5″L x 25.5″W x 15.5″H. To make it more compact, you can easily remove the rear wheels.
They pop right off with a push of a button. Dimensions without the wheels are 29″L x 21″W x 7″H. Without the wheels, it is even MORE compact than the City Mini!
This strap is attached to the bottom of the stroller and provides an extra safety feature in case your stroller runs away from you when you jog.
I like that it is attached to the bottom of the stroller and not at the top (like on some strollers) because if you fall while jogging ( I hope it never happens) and the strap is attached to the handlebar, the stroller will fall down with you.
Cons
-No automatic lock. You have to manually lock the stroller when folded with a velcro strap. Not a deal breaker for me, but would be nice to have an automatic lock.
-No standing fold. It kind of diminishes the one-hand fold because you have to use the other hand to lock it and bend down to put it into the trunk of a car. The ability to stand it up next would be much more convenient.
-Non-adjustable handle bar. That could be a deal breaker for some shorter or taller parents.
Video Review
Baby Gizmo has a detailed video review that you might find very useful. Note: The head height from the back of the seat to the top of the canopy is 24″ and not 25″ as they say in the video.
Specs
Stroller weight: 28 lbs (This is THE correct weight no matter what other sites say.)
Weight limit: 75 lbs
Folded dimensions: 33.5″L x 25.5″W x 15.5″H
Handlebar height: 40.5″
Seat to canopy height: 24″
Rear wheels: 16″
Front wheel: 12″
Overall length: 45″
Overall width: 25.5″
Warranty
Baby Jogger has a lifetime warranty on the frame of the stroller and a 1-year on small parts and fabric.
Available colors
The Summit X3 is available in three colors: green and gray, black and gray, and orange and gray. Notice the slick black frame? I think it matches nicely.
Where to buy it
You can get Summit X3 in one of the three beautiful colors for around $429.
Hi,
Do you know how to get the cover off to wash it?
Thanks,
I can not find the strap to lock into place while folded. Doea it come with it? What a pain! 😏
when jogging, my infant hits his head on the side, are there any cushions that come with it?
HI Jakki. You can’t really jog with an infant till 9 months. I would also recommend getting an infant insert on Amazon.
Hi there the advertisement says baby has to be 6 months old to jog on flat surface and 8 months for bumpy terrain and now you have said 9 months? I’m confused as to what age is safe.
Is there enough leg room for a 8 year old?