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11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
 Be Forewarned... Jul 17, 2009
By Flane
"Concerned Mom"
I have had my Valco Baby Latitude stroller for just over a month and have liked it until now. My baby is 3 months old and weighs approximately 14 pounds. I was pushing the stroller with him in his carseat which was snapped into the frame and noticed the bolt from under the seat had broken off. Upon further investigation I noticed that BOTH of the bolts on the under side of the stroller that hold the frame in a standing position had broken! One had come completely out and the other was barely holding on. As soon as I slid the second bolt out, the whole stroller flattened to the ground! Thankfully my child was not in the stroller when this occurred. Valco is sending me two new bolts but now I'm scared to use it for my son. Be forewarned.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
This stroller is HAZARD! Apr 03, 2010
By Punky
I own this Valco Latitude stroller and after today I will never use it again! While at the park this afternoon the stroller folded while my 18 month old baby was sitting in it. He face planted into the sand and busting his lip. I can't tell you how horrible I felt, I thought it was my fault. I checked the stroller and clicked everything into place. I calmed him down strapped him back in to go home and on our way to the car it happened again! this time catching the skin from his calf in-between the bars. This stroller is a hazard! This isn't my first problem with this stroller either, After only one month of use the bar underneath the carriage broke and it took customer service one year to get back to me and replace the part.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 good design, except bolts must be replaced May 21, 2011
By T. Logan
I bought my valco latitude second hand for half its original price, my rating would probably be lower if i had paid full price. It is a good design, with a huge adjustable/removable canopy that really does keep baby well shaded, easy one hand recline that goes almost flat, decent sized storage compartment (although it is very hard to access if the seat is reclined), comes with car seat adaptor, rain cover and foot muff.
But on the down side, like the other reviewers i also had problems with the bolts that connect the storage bin to the stroller body, one fell out, and then several months later the other did as well, the stroller will not stay open without those bolts in place. Fortunately, i noticed the problem while opening the stroller and not while walking down the street with my child in it. But for less than a dollar at the hardware store i got some stronger, longer bolts and washers to replace the original ones and haven't had any problems since. It is a safety problem the manufacturer should correct, but it's also easy enough to fix on your own and still have a stroller that is far superior to the cheaper plastic models.
I would never pay full price for it though, i'm sure there are much better models in that price range.
3 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Missing front bar in 2011 model for Lattitude EX Jun 07, 2011
By Love Apple
I purchased both Tri Mode and Latitude EX from Amazon because I couldn't decide which one fits better for me.
At that time (April 2011), the descriptions on the Valco Baby (VB) web site wass not clear (what included in the box, differences among all models, etc) and no stores had store models on site.
I wish VB makes a detailed comparison chart like Baby Jogger.
I wanted to keep Latitude, but I had to RETURN BOTH strollers for the following reasons.
PROS Latitude
- 19 LB light weight (if it's around 17 LB, even better)
- Narrow rear tire positioning, so I can manage narrow streets or door ways
- Extended canopy with a zipper is huge plus
- Recline almost 180 degree is big plus
- Upright almost 90 degree is big plus
- Has adjustable foot rest
- Medium sized basket and easy access (if it's larger and lower & load function like Graco, it is perfect.)
- Has included rain cover
- Stand upright when folded
CONS Latitude
- Does NOT INCLUDED a front bar and car seat adapter (they're included in the box until 2010 model, but being redesigning right now, and they're not included in 2011 model) Those are NOT available even in the option.
- Does not available snack tray option for Latutude. Almost all parents want it, so please make one. Personally, I don't need a boots cover, so including a snack tray is more valuable.
- Shiny aluminum frame is cheap looking. If it is non shiny color (blushed nickel color) like Tri Mode, it is much better looking.
- I would love to have ALL black color like Tri Mode (I don't like the striped silver stitches on Latitude Ricorice - it is not cute.), so that I can coordinate better with another seat pad which I was planning to order additionally.
- Easier folding system than Tri Mode, but it's still complicated. I want ONE STEP FOLD like other brands.
- Canopy opening and closing make big noize. Why?
- Canopy doesn't have mesh window for air circulation
- No parent console. I would like to have a console, not a cup holder which is very flimsy.
- No seat pad and strap covers are included. (I would like to have matching seat pad and strap covers.)
- No need to have a little flip on the top of the back seat. It is always bended down. What's this for?
- Should have same nice fabric like Tri Mode
PROS Seat Pad
- Has velcro, so easy put on/off
- Nice padding
CONS Seat Pad
- Need more design/color variety
- Should include strap covers in the package
Tri Mode has very nice functions and design, but it is too bulky and too heavy. I live in a city, so Tri Mode does not work for me.
PROS Tri Mode
- Has nice fabric
- Has seat pad, head support, strap cover included
- has front bar included
- Nice blushed nickel finish frame
- Extended canopy with a zipper is huge plus
- Recline almost 180 degree is big plus
- Upright almost 90 degree is big plus
- Has included rain cover
- Has snack tray option available
CONS Tri Mode
- Too heavy 23 LB
- Too bulky overall
- The rear tires are positioned too wide
- No foot rest adjustment
- Too many steps to fold
- No need to have a bag on the rear canopy - nice to have mesh window though
- No need to have side pockets on the basket
- No need to have a zipper on the basket - it is useless.... rather have a larger, lower & load function like Graco
- Canopy opening and closing make big noize. Why?
- No parent console. I would like to have a console, not a cup holder which is very flimsy.
In conclusion, I would like to have Tri Mode quality Latitude but much smaller/lighter stroller. I would like to purchase Latitude when the front bar is available. Hopefully in 2012 model.
 Love my Valco Lattitude 2010 Model Aug 17, 2011
By Anchiesully
I have no idea what the complaints are about this stroller. I have loved my Valco baby stroller from the moment we brought it into our house. We have the 2010 model (it might be 2009) was purchased at the end of 2009. It has a very sleek look to it, is extremely lightweight, and is easy to collapse (you just need 2 hands). The belly bar came with our version but I hear it may not come with the newer version (that's a shame). It also came with the Graco adjustable straps, rain canapy, and footmuff. All around great stroller, I have never had the bolts come off of it like other reviews but I am sure you can get Valco to replace the parts. I do have to say that if you are using it in rough terrain it may be the reason for the bolts eventually coming loose overtime but not after a few months. Also, if your bolts are coming loose TIGHTEN THEM. It's only natural for them to loosen if it gets a lot of wear and tear and you should be maintaining and checking your stroller anyways for your kids safety. I use mine on pavement and indoors mostly and it's been phenomenal...no complaints.
It is easy to clean with just dish soap and water and is extremely durable. If you are looking for a nice stroller and not a cheaply made plastic stroller this is an amazing stroller and has a better price tag than the BOB or other more expensive brands. Love it!
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