BOB Rambler vs Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging
The BOB Rambler is 2.3 lb lighter. The BOB Rambler folds smaller (7.1 vs 12.6 cu ft).
Only the differences are shown.
| BOB Gear BOB Rambler | Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 25.2 lbLightest | 27.5 lb |
| Folded size | 35 × 25 × 14 in7.1 cu ftSmallest fold | 23.3 × 25 × 37.5 in12.6 cu ft |
| Open size | Not listed | 47.5 × 25 × 42 in |
| Seat holds up to | 75 lbHolds the most | 50 lb |
| Child height up to | 44 in | Not listed |
| From birth? | With an infant car seat | With an infant car seat |
| Newborn add-on | BOB infant car seat adapter (sold separately); from birth with infant car seat (walk only) | Any Chicco infant car seat (sold separately); seat for at least 6 months |
| Seat size | 14.5 in wide, 20 in seat back | Not listed |
| Seat recline | Near-flat | Not listed |
| One-hand fold | Not listed | Yes |
| Stands when folded | Not listed | Yes |
| Basket | Large easy-access basket | Not listed |
| Car seat adapters | BOB adapters for BOB Gear, Britax, Chicco, Graco, Peg Perego, Cybex, Maxi Cosi, Nuna | Not listed |
| Brake | Foot brake | Hand brake |
| Sold as a travel system | Rambler Travel System (retired) | Not listed |
| Released | 2017 | Not listed |
| Handlebar height | 39.5 in | Not listed |
| For running (maker) | Yes | Yes |
| Running age (maker) | From 8 Months in Stroller seat (Jogging/off-road) | Not listed |
| Front wheel | Swivel, locks straight | Swivel, locks straight |
| Wrist strap | Yes | Not listed |
| Tires | Air-filled, 12 in front, 12 in rear | Foam-filled, 12 in front, 12 in rear |
| Suspension | Mountain-bike-style suspension | Dual FlexCore suspension |
| Tracking adjustment | Yes | Not listed |
| Wheels and suspension | 12 in air-filled all around | 3 wheels, 12" foam-filled tires; front swivel lock on parent console |
| Canopy | Extra-large canopy with peek-a-boo window; UPF 50+ | Not listed |
Ask the meadow
BOB Rambler or Activ3 Air Jogging?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which is lighter, the BOB Rambler or the Activ3 Air Jogging?
The BOB Rambler weighs 25.2 lb, 2.3 lb less than the Chicco Activ3 Air Jogging (27.5 lb).
Which folds smaller, the BOB Rambler or the Activ3 Air Jogging?
The BOB Rambler folds to about 7.1 cubic feet, versus 12.6 for the Activ3 Air Jogging.
Can both be used from birth?
BOB Rambler: With an infant car seat. Activ3 Air Jogging: With an infant car seat.
Which one lasts longer?
The BOB Rambler seat holds more: 75 lb versus 50 lb.
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