BOB Alterrain vs BOB Rambler
The BOB Rambler is 6.1 lb lighter. The BOB Rambler folds smaller (7.1 vs 9.3 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| BOB Gear BOB Alterrain | BOB Gear BOB Rambler | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 31.3 lb | 25.2 lbLightest |
| Folded size | 39.3 × 25.5 × 16 in9.3 cu ft | 35 × 25 × 14 in7.1 cu ftSmallest fold |
| Open size | 46 × 25.5 × 45.5 in | Not listed |
| Seat holds up to | 75 lb | 75 lb |
| Child height up to | 44 in | 44 in |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | With an infant car seat |
| Newborn add-on | BOB infant car seat adapter (Britax, Chicco, Peg Perego, Graco) | BOB infant car seat adapter (sold separately); from birth with infant car seat (walk only) |
| Seat size | 14.5 in wide, 20 in seat back | 14.5 in wide, 20 in seat back |
| Seat recline | Near-flat | Near-flat |
| One-hand fold | Yes | Not listed |
| Stands when folded | Yes | Not listed |
| Basket | XL cargo basket; 5 pockets | Large easy-access basket |
| Car seat adapters | BOB adapters for Britax, Chicco, Peg Perego, Graco | BOB adapters for BOB Gear, Britax, Chicco, Graco, Peg Perego, Cybex, Maxi Cosi, Nuna |
| Brake | Foot brake | Foot brake |
| Sold as a travel system | Not listed | Rambler Travel System (retired) |
| Released | 2020 | 2017 |
| Handlebar height | 31 - 48 in | 39.5 in |
| For running (maker) | Yes | Yes |
| Running age (maker) | From 8 weeks riding in stroller seat (walk only); From 8 months in stroller seat (jogging/off-road) | From 8 Months in Stroller seat (Jogging/off-road) |
| Front wheel | Swivel, locks straight | Swivel, locks straight |
| Wrist strap | Yes | Yes |
| Tires | Air-filled, 12 in front, 16 in rear | Air-filled, 12 in front, 12 in rear |
| Suspension | SmoothShox suspension system | Mountain-bike-style suspension |
| Tracking adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Wheels and suspension | 12 in front swivel-locking, 16 in rear, air-filled | 12 in air-filled all around |
| Canopy | Extra-large canopy with magnetic peek window; UPF 50+ | Extra-large canopy with peek-a-boo window; UPF 50+ |
Ask the meadow
BOB Alterrain or BOB Rambler?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the BOB Alterrain or the BOB Rambler?
The BOB Rambler weighs 25.2 lb, 6.1 lb less than the BOB Alterrain (31.3 lb).
Which folds smaller, the BOB Alterrain or the BOB Rambler?
The BOB Rambler folds to about 7.1 cubic feet, versus 9.3 for the BOB Alterrain.
Can both be used from birth?
BOB Alterrain: With an infant car seat. BOB Rambler: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
Both seats hold up to 75 lb.
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