When I came across the Veer Cruiser – or as most of us like to call it, the Veer Wagon – It caught my eye! The Veer Wagon looks so different from the other stroller wagons. I knew I needed to dig deeper.
After seeing a myriad of stroller wagons over the years, the Cruiser, with its top-notch materials and impeccable design, still holds a special place in my heart. It’s like that timeless classic song – it never gets old and always stands out, no matter how many new tunes hit the charts.
What is a Stroller wagon?
So you might be wondering, “What in the world is a stroller wagon?” Trust me, I had the same quizzical look the first time I heard the term! Picture this: the convenience and safety features of your trusty stroller blend in a delightful dance with the spaciousness and ruggedness of a wagon.
A stroller wagon is like the superhero offspring of these two. Perfect for those days when you want to carry more than just your kiddo—maybe some groceries, picnic goodies, or even the family pet.
It’s the ultimate fusion for parents who need a bit more but refuse to compromise on comfort and security. The stroller wagon is the best of both worlds, making our adventures, big or small, a breeze.
What is the Veer Wagon?
The Veer Wagon – the official name is The Cruiser or The Cruiser XL, is the world’s first all-terrain stroller wagon! It combines the safety of a premium stroller and the fun of a rugged wagon cross-over.
The Veer Wagon is the first product of the Veer Gear company. It was invented with the mind of providing mobility and independence for parents and kids. This invention gave families the opportunity to discover the most rewarding destination of all: That place within their children where curiosity lives.
Veer continues to grow and innovate. The Veer wagon can accommodate a baby, allow a toddler to nap, comfy 5-point harness seats…and more. It also came out with a Veer Switch Back System. It is your all-in-one stroller and high chair system.
You don’t need to worry about the Cruiser getting behind any new stroller wagons. It will always come out with new and better ideas.
Who is this for?
The Veer Wagon is primarily designed for active parents and caregivers who are frequently on the move, be it shopping, picnics, outdoor adventures, or casual walks. Whether you have one to four young kids, this wagon accommodates them comfortably.
Moreover, if you’re a parent who often finds regular strollers lacking in storage space or seeks a more adaptable child-transport solution, the Veer Cruiser is for you.
What’s the age range?
The youngest age is 0. If you are willing to get the infant car seat adapter, you can put your newborn in the infant car seat in the Cruiser, facing you.
The oldest age, well that depends. The capacity of each seat is 55 lbs. The Cruiser maxs out at 110 lbs. The Cruiser XL maxs out at 220 lbs. The cargo-only weight capacity for both wagons is 250 lbs.
So, if you’re feeling cheeky (and have been keeping up with your workouts), you might just be able to wheel your middle schooler up to get their diploma. But, in all seriousness, this beauty is ideally designed for the littlest members of our clan, from newborns to 5-year-olds.
That means it’s got staying power and will be with you for way longer than that regular stroller collecting dust in your garage.
Best Features of the Veer Wagon
A Quick Overview
Expandable Footwell
Contoured and Vented Seats
Push and Pull Mode
Adjustable Vegan Leather Grip Handle Bar with Cup Holders
Snack Tray with Cup Holders
Front Wheel Suspension
Rear swivel wheels
Large Rugged, Knobby All-Terrain Wheels
One-Hand Fold and Self-Standing
Compatible with Infant Car Seat
3-Point Harness Seats (5-Point Harness Seats Can Be Purchased Separately)
Hose Cleanable
Nap System
All Terrian Performance
Engineered with large, rugged, durable wheels and robust suspension, the Veer wagon seamlessly handles various terrains.
The large front wheels make it easy to roll over bumps, curbs, and roots…better than other stroller wagons. It can easily push up and down the hills, along the grass, or even the snow.
On softer grounds, things that pull typically have the upper hand. So, say you’re on hard-packed sand – the Cruiser is a champ. Whether you’re pushing or pulling, it moves like a dream, even when it’s fully loaded.
Now, if that sand is just moderately packed, pulling your Cruiser becomes the way to go. It’s like the sweet spot between soft and hard ground.
But, and there’s always a ‘but’, isn’t there? If you’re venturing into deep, loose sand and your Cruiser’s loaded up like it’s moving day, you might find things getting a bit… sticky. Or sandy, in this case.
Single Handle Push and Pull
With one handle, you can easily switch between push and pull. Just lock the handlebar in the upright position, you can push the wagon like a stroller!
I do find it takes a little time to get the hang of the pushing. Unlike strollers, the front wheels of the Veer Cruiser don’t swivel. It’s the rear wheels that swivel. It wasn’t easy to push a straight line at the beginning. Once I got used to it, it was easy to handle.
The handlebar height can be adjusted. It’s comfortable to use for both moms and dads of differing heights.
One-Hand Fold and Self-Standing
The Veer wagon folds and unfolds in less than 20 seconds. Push all the side walls down, and bring the handle down. That’s it. Just reverse to unfold.
You do have to take off all the accessories to fold the wagon. That probably takes longer time than folding of the wagon itself, especially when you fill the storage with all your essentials. But this is the same case with most stroller wagons.
Once folded, it stands on its own, making storage straightforward and hassle-free.
Quick and easy folding and unfolding is key. You don’t want your little ones waiting and screaming in the car while you wrestle the wagon.
Contoured and Vented Seats with Footwell
The seats are vented. It’s breathable during the hot summer. For the winter, you can purchase the toddler seat with a 5-point harness to add more padding and comfortability.
The footwell feature provides a natural sitting position. It’s more comfortable for younger kids during those long rides.
Accessories
There are about 16 accessories available for your wagon, from custom sidewalls to travel bag, you name it. They might come out with more options in the future but trust me, you don’t need them all. There are a few key accessories that might be useful for your daily outings.
Snack tray with cup holders – It comes with the wagon. It can be easily put on or taken off.
Storage basket – It is made of lightweight aluminum, and it latches onto the front side (the big wheels side) of the wagon. If you’re not using it, you can fold it up without even having to take it off. Convenience, right?
The soft-sided design. Toss it in the washing machine when it gets dirty.
Plus, it comes with this cool mesh zipper hood. Lay it at the bottom, or cover up your stuff to double the space.
Canopy – Just like a stroller canopy, it is retractable with a peek-a-boo window. It’s got this cool magnet feature to keep it propped up. To install it, just quickly clip onto Cruiser’s frame. There is a wide range of color options to choose from. Very intuitive to fit properly plus it adds a bit of style!
Napping System – The napping system turns the wagon into a JPMA safety-certified bassinet. It is designed for babies from birth up to 20 lbs.
The napping funciton makes a great changing station on the go as well! It neatly folds up into its little storage bag that attaches straight to the Cruiser. And if you’re thinking about where else to stash it, it cozies right up into the Foldable Storage Basket. Naptime just became any time!
Infant Car Seat Adapter – This is a game-changer feature in my opinion. It turns the stroller wagon into a travel system. Your adventure with your growing family doesn’t have to stop with your newborn baby.
Be sure to purchase the correct adapter for your infant car seat brand. This is the list of infant car seats that are compatible with Cruiser.
Graco
Baby Jogger
SnugRide
Britax
Uppa Baby
Nuna
Maxi Cosi
Cybex
Clek
Chicco
Peg Perego
Pricing
There used to be only one Veer Wagon – The Cruiser (2-seat). Recently, they have come out with the 4-seat stroller wagon – The Cruiser XL. Regular pricing below, I have yet to see any sales on any of the Veer Wagons.
The Cruiser: $699.00
The Cruiser XL: $799.00
These prices only come with the stroller wagon, cup holders, and snack tray. If you want to get the canopy, storage basket, or other accessories, you will need to buy them separately. There is an essentials bundle that gives you the wagon, canopy, and storage basket at a slightly lower price.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Slick Design – This might be subjective, but I like good-looking baby gear! The customizable side walls and canopies just make it more stylish and fun.
Easy to Clean – The open design of its interior makes it easy to access and remove crumbs. The seats are made of plastic. Therefore very easy to clean them. Sidewall fabrics can be spot-cleaned. The bottom line, hose it down if you don’t want to spot-clean it. This makes the Cruiser by far the easiest to clean among all stroller wagons I’ve looked into.
Great Maneuverability – Veer wagon truly excels when it comes to navigating varied surfaces. Its movements – whether you’re pushing, pulling, or turning – are notably smooth. With this wagon stroller by your side, nothing stands in the way of your family adventures.
Compact and Light Weight – Veer Cruiser is the lightest stroller wagon of its type. The Cruiser weighs 32.6 lbs, and the Cruiser XL weighs 36.7 lbs). It also folds into a nice size – 37” x 20” x 14” (37” x 24” x 14” for Cruiser XL). You can remove the wheels for uneven more compact size. It can fit into almost all cars. And very easy to lift in and out of the car if you do frequent car rides with the wagon.
Durable Quality Materials – Veer wagon uses large rugged, knobby, polyurethane foam tires. Unlike rubber wheels, polyurethane foam tires are more durable and have a longer lifespan. This thing is built like a tank. You can take the Cruiser through any hazard and not worry about wearing the wagon.
Excellent Customer Service – Veer Wagon provides excellent customer service. They normally respond quick and resolve any issues.
Cons
Expensive – The Veer wagon costs between $700 and $800 with the bare minimum. If you want to get the basic accessories, the bundle costs over $800 or close to $1K depending on the size of the wagon. It can add up quickly with all kinds of accessories.
Footwell – It is a good feature to have a footwell. I put it as a con because the size of the footwell is not deep enough. It’s not a problem with younger kids, but as they grow older, it can become uncomfortable.
Conclusion
I love the Veer Cruiser Wagon! It has officially replaced our double stroller and our family enjoys it every day. I realize this is can be a personal preference, and I don’t wan’t to sway you — but I do hope this review can help you to have a better understanding of this particular stroller wagon. I do think this stroller wagon is too expensive, but our family intends to use it forever!! I mean to say I plan on using it for a very long time. Even when my two kids outgrow the Cruiser, I plan on using it as a wagon, so for me the investment is well worth it. I did mention you can hose it clean right?!
The Veer Wagon Alternatives
If you don’t like Veer wagon or find it a bit too pricey, worry not, there are many other options.
Gladly Family Anthem: Similar to Veer Wagon style at a more affordable price. The canopies and storage basket come with the package.
Evenflo Pivot Xplore: Another compact design stroller wagon with an even lower price. The unique drop-down feature makes it easy for kids to climb in and out.
Larktale 2023 Caravan: A classic-boxy-looking wagon with spacious room for kids to sit and play. Multi-position individual reclining seats with blackout canopy provide the most comfy rides for the kids.
