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Babylux Alu Way
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Babylux Alu Way

DISCONTINUED in 2016
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The Babylux Alu Way is an affordable stroller system with a robust chassis equipped with suspension and no-maintenance, gel-filled wheels. The mattress in the spacious carrycot can be inclined. The reversible seat is fully reclinable. There is an optional car seat available to create a 3in1 stroller system. The stroller comes not only with a rain cover and a mosquito net but also with aprons, a changing bag and winter gloves for the parent. The Alu Way is also sold under the brand Raf-Pol Alu Way.

Babylux Alu Way Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
15 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
115 cm x 60 cm x 101 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
85 cm x 60 cm x 40 cm frame only
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Poland
Only available as a stroller system
Yes

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
15 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-24 months
Reversible seat unit
Yes
Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
No
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
No
Reclining backrest
Yes, 4 positions
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
Yes
Backrest recline type
Rear-located recline mechanism (e.g., lever-operated)
One-hand backrest recline system
No
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
Yes
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
Yes
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
45 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
32 x 26 cm
Total length of the seat unit
94 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
Yes
Height-adjustable seat
No
Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
No
2in1 convertible carrycot/seat unit (pramette travel system)
No
Fabrics removable for cleaning
Yes
Seat fabrics cleaning
Machine washable
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the seat
No
Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
No

The Canopy (Hood)

Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
Yes
Extendable canopy/hood
No
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
Yes
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
Yes
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
No
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
No
A pocket integrated into the canopy
No
Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
Yes
Peek-a-boo window can be closed/covered
Yes
Quiet (magnetic/no velcro) peek-a-boo window
No
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
Yes
Bumper bar type (style)
Bar
Removable bumper bar
Yes
Gate-opening (swing-away) bumper bar
Yes
Height-adjustable bumper bar
No
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
No
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
Yes

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
Gel-filled tires (puncture-free)
Rear wheels type
Gel-filled tires (puncture-free)
Front wheels diameter
22 cm
Rear wheels diameter
27 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
Yes, front only
Two-wheel mode
Yes

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
All
Suspension type
Open springs, Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
Adjustable suspension softness
Yes
Rocking chassis
Yes

The Brake

Central brake system/type
One-step rocker pedal (flip-flop friendly)
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Flat (compact) fold
One-hand fold
No
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
No
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
n/a
Self-standing fold
No
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
No
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
No
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Pivoting
Handlebar material
Leatherette (PU/eco-leather)
Handlebar height
70-115 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
No
Basket's weight capacity
n/a
Closable basket
Yes
An extra basket can be attached to the frame
No
A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
80 x 36 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
No,
Rocking-base carrycot
Yes
Ventilatilated carrycot base (bottom ventilation system)
No,
Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
No,
Carrycot positioned high on the frame
Yes

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
No
Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
No

The Accessories & Extra features

Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
No
Cup holder can be attached
No
Reflective elements
No
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
Yes
Mosquito net included
Yes
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
Yes
Seat liner/insert included
No
Changing bag included
Yes
Carry bag/transport cover for the folded stroller included
No
Motorized/Baterry-powered
No
LED light(s)
No
Built-in audio speakers
No
A storage/bag can be attached instead of a seat
No

Parent reviews of the Babylux Alu Way

3.8/5
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Not bad, I just got a faulty piece. When I tried it in the store, it was fine. But as soon as we tried it at home, the left front wheel started slipping. After a few months, the right rear wheel started to jam when we hit a curb.

The stroller is pretty big, so it's more for tall moms. The advantage of the stroller is that it is lightweight, so it is easy to carry up stairs and easy to push, too.

The one thing I would really criticize about the seat on is the canopy - it's made with teeths and with a screw. With use (putting the canopy up and down), the thing loosens and until it is tightened, the canopy doesn't hold in the position and falls down. We had an incident where the screw loosened so much that it fell out and onto the ground.

What's a plus is the storage pocket under the stroller. It's big and zippered, so when it rains, it doesn't wet my groceries or things stashed in it.

  • spacious carrycot
  • seat goes to a full lie flat
  • a bit heavier

This pram is one of the heavier ones, but we are still satisfied. Large and spacious carrycot, the seat goes to a full recline. I don't think I have anything to complain about.

  • large bassinet
  • sturdy frame
  • difficult to maneuver

The advantage of this stroller is that it is large. Since my daughter was born in the summer, she could lie in the bassinet in the winter. The seat part is yet to be tried out.

Unfortunately the downside of this stroller is that it is quite heavy and hard to handle. Otherwise, I would say it is good.

Your questions about the Babylux Alu Way

1)

Please, I would like to know the measurements and dimensions of the back tyre. My stroller back tyres are condemned already, and I want to replace them, but I don't know the exact size to avoid buying a different tyre. Thanks

Hello, I would firstly recommend going to a bike shop. They can look at the tire and actually order - or directly sell and install - a new one that will fit. The measurements are often indicated on the tire itself, by the way. So looking into that could also be of help. Also, there are multiple different wheel types available, so I cannot say with certainty the exact measurements of yours - I would need to see it, check it. So I would consider asking either the bike shop, the shop where you bought the pram, or the manufacturer directly: http://www.raf-pol.com.pl/kontakt/

.eli - 14 Jul 2020

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