Valco Ion and other Valco- new for 2010

I did say that my next blog post would be devoted to Valco, and therefore, I am going to take the time to try and do just that. I do hope I will be able to fill the space here with everything you want to know about the 2010 colors and new strollers available from Valco for the next model year

With the Ion, Valco has finally "made it" into that little nieche market of single and double full service strollers that fall into a lightweight category. With wheels and canopy and all the trimmin's, the Ion single weights in at 16 lbs and the Double weights the same as the city mini double, a mere 27lbs.

Of course, the Ion is soon-to-be car seat adaptable (Peg, Graco, Maxi and Chicco), and even has an innovative bassinet attachment for a newborn that turns the seat into a bassinet in an instant. Great option for twin newborns because you can buy two bassinet attachements and put them side by side (unheard of for a lightweight design). It is also a great option in single form, for someone who wants a bassinet without all the fuss of a hard cased bulky bassinet. The "egg" shape of the stroller is very modern and funky and the cool oval shaped handle bar greatly resembles the push bar on the Stokee, yet still maintains the ability to push with just one hand or a few fingers.

Of course, a single canopy isn't the most ideal. I do prefer separate sun canopies, especially for newborns with an older sibling, because parents may not need coverage over both children at the same time. However, the canopy has the new Valco EX feature, and is a truly full coverage canopy, great for sunny days in winter or summer. The shopping basket will not let you down either. It is big and spacious and most importantly, easy to access.

The fold is an easy two step process. What's great about the Ion as well is the larger 12" tires in the back and the single tires up front, make the overall profile of the stroller a bit taller than average. The back canopy includes two storage pouches, one of which is completely removable for extra ventilation and complete with a cell phone pocket. The accessory pack for the Ion includes the front bumper bar(s), and the raincover which make for a great value, seeing as most strollers these days come a-la-carte.

If you are looking for something different, something special in a side by side double, then the Ion could be an option for you. It is definitely worth checking out at the very least.

The Matrix, scheduled to be released this coming winter, is a slimmed down version of the single Tri-Mode. This will not be available in a double. The Matrix will weigh less, have a smaller different wheel and will be a bit more "zippy" than it's Tri-Mode counterpart. Also, the Quad scheduled to be released next Spring is a four wheel version of the Tri-Mode and is also a fully featured infant to toddler stroller. We are excited to learn more about these two strollers as they become available to us.

Again, more to come, as we update our lines for 2010.

Also, FYI we have just become an Orbit baby dealer. Strolling in Style now has 13 different stroller lines, with an option and price range to fit any families needs and budget. We are not an ordinary retail chain store. We do not steer. We are a family owned and operated boutique that strives to match every family with the perfect stroller to fit their needs and lifestyle. Call us for a consultation and we will prove to you that we are stroller experts.