Noordi Journal · 6 November 2026 · 5 min read
Short answer: On a forest trail the ground changes every few minutes: gravel, roots, sand, a short climb, a boardwalk. Good suspension and wheels turn those changes into a gentle sway instead of a jolt, so the carrycot stays calmer and you push with less effort.
Our guide to forest trails with a pram covers planning and safety. This one follows a single walk, stretch by stretch, and looks at what the pram is doing underneath you. The route is a typical pine forest near home: a gravel car park, a rooty path, a sandy patch, a gentle hill and a wooden boardwalk.
1. Gravel: small bumps, all the time
Gravel is a constant buzz of small bumps. Without suspension it travels up the frame and into the carrycot. With it, most of that buzz is absorbed before it reaches your baby. Larger, puncture-free wheels help too: they roll over stones instead of dropping between them. Lock the front wheels straight here, so they don’t wobble.
2. Roots: the bigger jolts
Roots are where suspension earns its place. Each root is a step up and a step down. A shock-absorbing front fork takes the first knock as the front wheels climb, and independent suspension lets each wheel move on its own, so one root under one wheel doesn’t tilt the whole pram. Slow down, push steadily and let the wheels roll over the roots rather than hitting them.
3. Sand and soft ground
Sand is less about bumps and more about drag. Wheels sink and steering gets heavy. Keep the front wheels locked, keep an even pace, and on deeper sand press the handlebar down slightly so the front wheels ride lighter. It is also the moment to be glad of a basket that sits low and central, rather than bags on the handlebar.
4. Uphill, downhill and the boardwalk
Uphill, stand close and let your legs do the work. Downhill, keep both hands on the handlebar, slow down and keep the brake within reach. On a boardwalk the planks make a steady rhythm; suspension smooths it into something closer to a hum.
| Stretch | What you feel | What helps |
|---|---|---|
| Gravel | Constant small vibration | Suspension, larger wheels, locked front wheels |
| Roots | Single bigger jolts | Front fork, independent suspension, slower pace |
| Sand | Drag, heavy steering | Locked front wheels, steady pace |
| Downhill | The pram pulls ahead | Both hands, slow pace, brake ready |
| Boardwalk | Rhythmic bumps | Suspension, an even pace |
Where Fjordi V.2 fits
Fjordi V.2 was designed for exactly this kind of walk: independent suspension and a shock-absorbing front fork, All-Road wheels with puncture-free tyres, front wheels that swivel 360° or lock straight, and a ONE-CLICK brake. Inside, the carrycot mattress stays flat and firm while the frame does the cushioning. Before production, prototypes run for 72 hours on a vibration table in our lab with a 24 kg load, so frames and joints are tested long before they meet a forest path.
Fjordi V.2 · 2-in-1 all-terrain
For roots, gravel and long forest walks
Our all-terrain pram, built for the ground that changes every few minutes.
- Independent suspension and a shock-absorbing front fork
- THERMOCOT insulated carrycot, inner 81 × 37 cm
- Reversible seat, lies flat to 100 cm, up to 22 kg
- One-click fold, about 11 kg with carrycot
€815 · 3-in-1 €893
For park paths and well-kept trails, Sia is the light option, with front and rear suspension and puncture-free 7.5-inch wheels. For rooty forest trails, Fjordi V.2 is the better match. More on wheels in pram tyres explained.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need suspension for forest trails?
For regular walks on roots and gravel, yes. Suspension absorbs bumps before they reach the carrycot and makes the pram easier to push.
Should the front wheels be locked on a trail?
On gravel, sand and rooty paths, yes. Locked straight, they keep a steady line and don’t wobble.
How do I keep a bumpy path calm for my baby?
Choose trails that suit a pram, slow down over roots and keep your baby lying flat on the carrycot’s firm mattress. Suspension softens the bumps; your pace does the rest.
What makes Fjordi V.2 suitable for forest trails?
Independent suspension, a shock-absorbing front fork, All-Road puncture-free wheels, front wheels that lock straight and a ONE-CLICK brake.
Can Sia go on forest paths?
On well-kept park and forest paths, yes: it has front and rear suspension and puncture-free wheels. For roots, sand and long trail walks, Fjordi V.2 is the better choice.
Made for the way you wander.
Roots under the wheels. Quiet in the carrycot.
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