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Last year we had the privilege of reviewing Micralite’s luxury stroller, the Micralite Toro, and I have to say I was more than impressed with the quality craftsmanship, amazing maneuverability and overall beauty of this stroller.  In fact, we weren’t the only one’s impressed.  The Micralite Toro was named the #1 luxury stroller by Consumer Reports and we continue to stand behind their claim!

With that being said, Micralite has recently introduced the long anticipated FastFold Superlite, offering parents of children 6 months +, many of the amazing features of the full sized Toro in a more compact and lightweight package!

About the Micralite FastFold Superlite
The Micralite FastFold Superlite Stroller has all of the features of a full-size stroller but functions as an umbrella stroller. Weighing in at only 14 pounds, the FastFold Superlite is a compact and ergonomic stroller that is easily maneuvered using only one hand. The sliding seat reclines for baby’s comfort or sits upright so your child can enjoy the views.

Lil’ Pea is now 2 1/2, yet still quite small and very rambunctious so we still use our stroller on a daily basis. With our recent tour of Southern California theme parks, we really had a chance to put this stroller to work and see just how well it integrated into our daily lives.

Maneuverability and Terrain –  One hand is all you need with the Micralite Superlite.. really…just one hand!  As I was coveting the FastFold Superlite for months, I read the claims that stated this stroller had amazing maneuverability, however when the stroller arrived, I was truly amazed at the small turning radias. When I say this stroller spins on a dime, I really mean that!  With larger air-filled wheels in the rear and smaller swiveling and lockable wheels in the front, the Superlite can take on any type of terrain with ease and the air can be adjusted to suit specific terrain with the included air pump.

The Fold – I have quite a bit to say about the fold of this stroller!  After all, the FastFold Superlite holds it’s name for a reason!   However, I would like to point out a major design flaw with the large majority of umbrella strollers on the market today that Micralite has recently addressed, making their design superior to others on the market today.   Forward collapsing umbrella strollers allow the sun canopy to touch the front wheels, making it next to impossible to keep the stroller clean. Every bit of dirt and muck that you just rolled over is now all over the sun canopy where little hands can touch it and it’s impossible to remove.  The Fastfold Superlite is designed to fold inward, rather than forward.  It literally shrinks inward in a matter of seconds (and with just one hand) with a simple squeeze of of the two quick release tabs and a quick pull upward.  The Superlite automatically locks into place and offers two locking positions for those who may be really short on space and need to squeeze it into a small area.  Once in the folded position the FastFold Superlite stands on it’s own and the wheels do not touch any other part of the stroller!

The Seat – The seat on the Superlite is made of breathable mesh and can be best explained as a sling. I’m really impressed with the sling design on this stroller as it literally hugs your child and we’ve found this feature, along with the two seat positions, create a comfortable ride that lulls children to sleep.  In fact, Lil’ Pea found it to be so comfortable that many times she didn’t want to get out, so as you can see from the picture (left), when she wanted to see something, we just left her in the stroller and tipped her up so she could see! The mesh has proven to be priceless during the hot summers here (we see heat of up to 113 deg.) as it allows air to circulate around her entire body and I can literally dump a bucket of water over her and the stroller (don’t get any ideas here) and the mesh dries within a matter of minutes.  For parents with smaller children or for those looking for a bit more padding, seat liners are sold separately and are available in a variety of eye popping colors.

Storage Basket – The FastFold Superlite comes equipped with a storage basket that is best accessible in the front, rather than the sides.  The basket is not what I would consider to be large, however i have been able to stuff a few bags under there while shopping.  There is a strap that runs along the center of the basket, making side access rather difficult, so parents will find that access to the basket is best through the front of the stroller.

Handles – The FastFold Superlite offers parents a stroller with fully adjustable handles and with the newly designed handlebar clamps, rotating the handles in just the right position can be accomplished within a matter of seconds.  Handlebar extension are avilable and sold seperately, however I have to say that my husband does not kick the back of this stroller and he is just over 6ft tall!

Safety – The Fastfold Superlite is JPMA safety certified and comes equipped with a 5-point safety harness with quite a bit of padding in the crotch area, in an attempt to keep little one’s safe and comfy at the same time. With just one push, both sides of the safety harness pop out and baby is easily accessible in a matter of seconds. Double locking rear brakes can be engaged with just one foot and just like it’s big sister, the Toro, this braking system is the strongest I’ve experienced to date.

Additional Accessories can be purchased separately and include handlebar extensions, Rider, Maxi-Cosi & Graco Carseat Adapters, Seat Liners, Travel Bag and Rain Cover!  Additionally, the FastFold Superlite comes with a 5 year manufacturers warranty with product registration!

Final Thoughts
With it’s amazing maneuverability, lightweight and compact design, the Micralite FastFold Superlite proves to be at the top of it’s class. The FastFold Superlite offers parents many of the features that can be found in a luxury stroller in a compact design that would be well suited for everyday use and travel! This is one stroller that I would purchase again and highly recommend to all of you!

Buy It!
The Micralite FastFold Superlite retails for $320 and can be purchased at www.scichild.com/shop or find a reatailer near you!

WIN IT!

One VERY LUCKY “Deal”ectible Mommies reader will WIN a Micralite FastFold Superlite thanks to the kind folks at Scandinavian Child!  Simply visit Scandinavian Child and tell me at least 3 of the 5 colors that the Superlite comes in!


Extra Entries: Please Note that the intial entry must be completed before any extra entries will be counted and you MUST leave separate comments for each extra entry completed!

1. Fan “Deal”ectible Mommies on Facebook

2. Follow “Deal”ectible Mommies on Twitter and tweet the following:

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4. Comment on any non-giveaway post.

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The Boring Stuff: Giveaway will end on August 10th at midnight! Winner will be chosen using random.org

Disclaimer: Scandinavian Child provided me with the above mentioned product to facilitate my review. My thoughts and opinions remain my own!

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  76. follow this blog/feed (I’m technologically challenged, so I’m unsure of hte difference). I clicked a subscribe button and get it fed through my google reader to follow it…

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  185. Checked out the site… Colors grey, red, yellow and more. Digging the grey. Prepping for baby #2 and learned from baby #1 stroller mistakes! Love this!

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  191. I commented on your amazon subscribe and save post. I ordered 3 different items and saved SOO much money. you’re the best!!

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  280. This amazing stroller comes in red, blue, grey, yellow and black..;)
    Getting ready for the overseas trip and this will come in handy, considering all of the features..

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  295. Yellow, Red, and Black. riding the bus with three kids will be difficult, but this stroller would make it so much easier on me.

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  415. The quality on the Epson Artisan printer is amazing! I might actually print the thousands of pictures I have stored on my hard drive with that.

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  447. Three colors are Black, Blue and Grey. I just love how you know exactly what to post for moms. You appeal to moms who have all ages of children and find little ways to make life a little easier for us moms. Thanks so much!!!

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  449. It comes in Blue, Red & Yellow.
    This stroller is sooo cool…I would love to win this & stroll my son around in it.

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  472. This stroller comes in black, red, blue, yellow, grey. I really love this design! I would love to have one for my little one!

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  493. I have done all of the entries, but how can you tell that I have done them. Or how do I know that you are going to enter me that many times. The post for the stroller giveaway is on my facebook, but you can’t see it if you are not my friend. I know that my chances of winning are slim to none, but I would at least like to know I am entered the correct number of times.

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  517. It’s comes in black, blue, grey, red and yellow.

    Great fold footprint, would love to take Gibson out for a spin in one!

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  524. Red, yellow, blue, grey and black are the colors available for this stroller.

    I also follow you on FB (fradykats)

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  537. Black, Red, Yellow 🙂

    Would love to have this would help alot and save space in the car when we pack for outings (with 5 boys its important that we are well prepared).

    Thanks for the chance to win this.

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  549. It comes in Black, Grey and Yellow!!! Awsome thanks for the great review I love being able to get a moms perspective!

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  550. The stroller comes in black, blue, red, grey and yellow! It looks super cool. Plus it looks like something my son would ride in and her prefers to be worn.

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  560. The Stroller comes in Black, blue or red (as 3/5 colors =) )
    I also fanned you on facebook =)

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  589. I have fanned you on facebook, and would totally get a ton of use out of the MicraLite Superfold stroller. Thank you for hosting this giveaway!

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  595. blue, red, and yellow are three of the colors it comes in. Love that the seat is mesh, i live in southern louisiana and that is great for hot southern days, easy to wick away sweat!!

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  599. In ref to your post about swim lessons. I had my son in them last year when he was 18 mths and he did rather well. It was more of a water exploration – blowing bubble, kicking and putting head under water. He LOVED it. I wanted him to be in them this year too bt I now have a 2 mth old so trying to take him and watch her was a little too challenging. I am a firm believer that swim lessons are a great. Every child should have them.

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  651. I have a private blog but I did add the button to my side bar. If you need access to my blog to see just let me know what e-mail to add to it thanks!!!!

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  674. 3 of the colors that the Fastfold Superlite comes in are Black, Yellow and Red. Thanks so much for a chance to win this wonderful stroller!!

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  675. Yellow, Blue and Red are three of the colours it comes in! Looks like a great stroller and I’d love to have one for my 9-month old!

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  751. Red, Blue, Black, Gray, and my son’s favorite color Yellow!!! That looks like such an amazing stroller! I would love to have it for our next trip to Disney!

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  758. Grey, Blue and Red! Looks like an amazing stroller!!! Nothing like the big bulky stroller I currently have.

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  780. I would love to win the Micralite FastFold Superlite Stroller. This will be perfect for my little girl. My favorite colors are yellow, red, & blue.

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  791. Grey, Black & Blue
    And that’s the order I’d want them in if I won! 🙂
    WOO HOO! Go lucky stroller vibes!

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  795. The colors are red, blue, and black. This entry may need to be deleted for some reason the other two that I wrote are showing but not this one, so I thought I would write again so you knew I did look at the site and the stroller looks amazing!

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  823. Black, blue, gray, red, yellow!!! our fav is the blue!!! This stroller really does look amazing…I never knew of its existence. My DS is sweaty and I really like the mesh seating…I hope I win it!!!!

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  840. I would absolutely LOVE any color, but three colors that stand out for me are grey, blue and red. Awesome stroller!!!!!

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  851. black, grey and red…even the others, they are all great, this would be wonderful to take travelling. i am taking my daughter to barbados next year, she will be almost 1 1/2 years and this would work perfectly
    thanks for hosting the giveaway

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  855. blue, gray & red
    Wow, those look amazing! My son doesn’t the umbrella stroller we have for him. I can’t say I blame him – it looks uncomfortable! I think he’d really like riding in one of these.

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  864. Black, blue, red, yellow and my favorite, gray! This looks like an awesome stroller. I really need a lightweight stroller so I’m crossing my fingers for myself. 🙂

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  878. Not only did I post the five colors on here, but I became a fan on “Deal”ectible Mommies on FB, became a fan of “Scandinavian Child” on FB, and I put the link up on my blog! This stroller looks great, so I am keeping my fingers crossed!!!

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  906. Black, Grey and Blue are my top 3 colors that the Micralite FastFold Superlite Stroller comes in. I am a FB fan and would love a stroller for my new little one 🙂

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  1109. What a great stroller! We have a baby due in October and all of our baby items from my first child (5 now) burned in a house fire. I would LOVE to win this for our new little bit – as we don’t have a stroller yet and it looks WAY cool! Three of the five colors – grey, red, yellow – great colors!!

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  1141. They come in grey, yellow and red. Although I’m loving the blue, that one would probably be the best!!! 😛

    hilarystlaurent AT gmail DOT com

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  1192. I’m your fan and I subscribed for e-mail!!! Entry 3 -please let it be the luchky one…. cross my fingers ;))

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  1282. blue, red, grey, yellow, black
    That is the best ‘stroller’ I’ve EVER seen. I love these ‘new’ ideas, just wish some of my babies were younger so I could enjoy them longer.

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