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Joie Crosster Flex Signature
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Joie Crosster Flex Signature

DISCONTINUED in 2020
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The Joie Crosster Flex Signature is a higher version of the Crosster - a robust, all-terrain three-wheeled stroller with an excellent suspension and an XXXL ventilated hood. The Flex Signature Edition features all the advantages of the Crosster as well as the premium melange Signature fabrics and leatherette details. The specific suspension of the seat (added to the basic suspension system) offers up to 50 % more comfortable ride and looks more luxurious too.

The massive hood with two integrated bottle holders will cover the seat up to the bumper bar even when the seat is fully reclined. Thanks to the adjustable suspension system, wheels with no-maintenance tires, and a handbrake, this all-terrain stroller can also be used for light jogging (if your child can already sit independently). You can recline the front facing seat fully. Thanks to the adapters for various brands of car seats including Joie, usable also for the enlarged Ramble XL carrycot, the Crosster Flex Signature can be transformed into any desired stroller system suitable right from birth.

Joie Crosster Flex Signature Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
16.5 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
108 cm x 67 cm x 114 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
91.5 cm x 67 cm x 61.5 cm
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
UK
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)
0-36 months
Reversible seat unit
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
Yes
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
Yes, 2 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
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
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
Yes
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
Yes
A pocket integrated into the canopy
Yes
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
No
Height-adjustable bumper bar
No
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
Yes
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
3
Front wheel(s) type
Foam-filled tires (puncture-free)
Rear wheels type
Foam-filled tires (puncture-free)
Front wheels diameter
31 cm
Rear wheels diameter
31 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
No

The Suspension

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

The Brake

Central brake system/type
Push down-lift up pedal brake
Deceleration handbrake
Yes,

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)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
Yes
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
n/a
Self-standing fold
No
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
Yes
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
Yes
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
Pivoting
Handlebar material
Foam
Handlebar height
87-119 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
Yes
Basket's weight capacity
5 kg
Closable basket
No
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 (with adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
75 x 30 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
No,
Rocking-base carrycot
No
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
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
Yes
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
Yes
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
Yes
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 Joie Crosster Flex Signature

3.5/5
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I had it three days then returned it

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  • Large hood
  • Large wheels
  • Comfortable seat (for the child)
  • Large basket for anything you need to take with you
  • A 'bag' behind the basket, closable with a zipper
  • Perfect storage pockets on the hood
  • Squeaking
  • Short handlebar - I kicked the rear axle
  • Too wide, I almost didn't fit in our elevator

I had it three days then returned it. The main reason was that it squeaked loudly.

  • wheel suspension
  • seat (and backrest) padding
  • extra pockets in the basket and on the back part of the canopy
  • extra-large canopy
  • quality materials with nice detailing
  • they say it lays flat, but it is not a real 180-degree lay-flat. I don't think it's a disadvantage, I just expected different (and my DS doesn't mind)
  • the sitting position is also not totally upright, I miss about an inch, but somehow I expected a more upright seat
  • no hinge on the bumper bar - you have to remove it completely (it doesn't gate-open) - but this is normal for all the Joie pushchairs

I am very happy with it. Not the best one for shopping centers or small shop aisles, but even with that weight and size it pushes very nicely.

The seat, and its backrest, are soft, padded with memory foam. The child sits higher above the ground, which provides a better view and a kind of closeness to the parent. Also, the pushchair goes through anything, and it does it in silence.

I bought it as a pushchair with suspension, for all-terrain use, and because of the full-sized, full-features seat similar to Litetrax Air.

Your questions about the Joie Crosster Flex Signature

1)

Where can I buy this stroller, please? I can’t seem to find it on any UK website.

Hi, Di,

I am sorry, but unfortunately, the Crosster Flex Signature as well as the Joie Crosster are discontinued already, so they are not available in online stores anymore (if so, then only as the last "old" pieces). The manufacturer didn't say if they will be produced again (which is a shame, as it was a very reliable model, actually).

I would suggest checking any classifieds or eBay if truly insisting on this model.

.eli - 04 Oct 2021

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