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UppaBaby Ridge Running Buggy Review 

UppaBaby is a well respected, premium brand within the buggy market and many friends have UppaBaby buggies for everyday use (we just use a Babyzen Yoyo and Thule Urban Glide 2) which has definitely saved us a lot of space and meant we don’t need 3 buggies (or more!) as many families do.  I typically run 2-3 times a week with the buggy, usually 3-5 miles at a time and often with the dog too (although I imagine this will increase when I stop marathon training). As mentioned, the running buggy I use is the Thule Urban Glide 2, which is a top of the range running buggy that I’ve put well over 500 miles of walking and running over the past 16 months. I’m using that as my comparison buggy for the purpose of these reviews…  This is the latest iteration of the UppaBaby Ridge after the last model had to be recalled due to an incident with the rear disc brakes - which they have now fixed. Billed as a a performance, all terrain buggy that takes you from road to trail and off the beaten path....

About me

Hello, I’m Charlie – a runner, Registered Dietitian and lover of travel. I believe anyone can run a marathon, I’ve transitioned from non-runner to 13 x Marathoner and Six Star Finisher. My blog champions fad-free, accessible wellbeing through fitness, nutrition and living life to the full.

A no-nonsense approach to eating for runners and athletes of all levels. An essential companion for those trying to fuel right; before, during and after their runs to improve performance and increase energy levels!

My Top 5 Fitness Apps

My Top 5 Fitness Apps

My iPhone goes with me everywhere- it sits on my desk at work, on my bedside table when I sleep, in my bra when I run, and in my hand for a great deal of the rest of the time. The ability to...

Swimming in the Olympic Pool

Swimming in the Olympic Pool

Happy Easter! I spent Easter morning having brunch with my family, before heading to the Olympic Park with my Mum for a swim. After a less than stellar first training swim last week, I was in...

Training for a Beginner Triathlon

Training for a Beginner Triathlon

Whether it's a good or a bad quality, I don't know, but I am always on the lookout for a new challenge (sometimes before I've actually finished the last one- googling triathlons days before...

Marathon Memorabilia

Marathon Memorabilia

For many, the medal awarded at the end of a marathon is enough. They’ll either hang it somewhere with pride, or tuck it away for safekeeping, to be remembered at a future date (or not). For many...

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