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Emmaljunga Kite 250
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Emmaljunga Kite 250

The rugged IATA approved ultra-compact
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The Emmaljunga KITE 250 is a unique ultra-compact stroller that, unusually for the type, combines larger, outdoor-feeling, rugged wheels and a truly spacious seat with an ultra-compact folding certified by IATA (when in the smaller-wheeled configuration) - meaning you should be OK with taking it on board with most airlines.

The Kite focuses not only on the unique design with many colorful options of fabrics to choose from. The frame is made from HYDRO REDUXA® Aluminum and leaves only a 25% carbon footprint on the planet compared with normal aluminum. The Solight Ecco® tires are also eco-conscious, and they are larger and more capable of tackling bumps on roads other than just airports and shopping malls.

The seatback is a whopping 68 cm long in the seated position (about 62 cm in the reclined position), but it only reclines halfway. The stroller is, therefore, suitable for children that can sit by themselves already. The seat also boasts a maximum weight capacity of 22 kg, so a use of up to about 4 years of the child’s age.

You can also get the Kite with smaller - 15 cm wheels, which is when the buggy meets the dimensions for IATA hand luggage.

Emmaljunga Kite 250 Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only)
Stroller weight
7.9 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
113 cm x 48 cm x 88 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
56 cm x 48 cm x 25 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Sweden
Stroller available as a pushchair (seat unit configuration) only; newborn accessories (like a carrycot) need to be purchased separately
Yes

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
22 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
48 months
Reversible seat unit
No
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
No
Reclining backrest
Yes, infinite recline
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
No
Backrest recline type
Strap-operated
One-hand backrest recline system
Yes
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
No
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
68 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
36 x ? cm
Total length of the seat unit
129 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
No
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
Wipe-clean only
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
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
No
A pocket integrated into the canopy
No
Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
No
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
No
Bumper bar can be purchased separately
No
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
Rubber-coated wheels
Rear wheels type
Rubber-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
19.7 cm
Rear wheels diameter
25 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
No,
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
All
Suspension type
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
Adjustable suspension softness
No
Rocking chassis
No

The Brake

Central brake system/type
Push down-lift up pedal brake
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Flat (compact) fold
One-hand fold
Yes
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
Yes
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
Yes
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
n/a
Self-standing fold
Yes
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
Yes
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
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
No
Handlebar material
Plastic
Handlebar height
113 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
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
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
No
Mosquito net included
No
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
No
Seat liner/insert included
No
Changing bag included
No
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 Emmaljunga Kite 250

3.7/5
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  • Nice basket space, unusual
  • Beautiful padding
  • Long seat space really suitable for older toddlers as well
  • Fabrics feel good and look good, too
  • Larger wheels option
  • Folds really small and easy
  • Price
  • Just two positions, no lie flat
  • Fiddly positioning
  • No leg rest
  • Not much shock absorinng
  • No belly bar
  • No travel system options
  • Plastic handle

I am half yes, half no here, and decided to return the pushchair in the end. I loved the padding, and the ecological aspect of the stroller, The seat is large and padded, and the larger wheels are a big plus. I, however, felt the seat is not really upright and missed the leg rest a bit. Also, the reclining is not super smooth and only has 2 positions, and the reclining is very very fiddly as there are zippers on the INSIDE of the seat, so you only do it when the child is NOT IN. Not practical in my opinion. I also would love a bit softer ride, suspension wise.

Still, a super small, super light buggy that actually can be used for everyday use - however more so with a larger toddler that doesn't nap in the stroller much. Great for holidays, too. The price is a bit high, though, so it's not for everybody.

I love the possibility of two wheel sizes and the larger wheels for a more normal everyday use. I, however, would love a bit more suspension, as the ride is a bit hard. I am also missing a bumper bar and an easier positioning quite a lot.

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