Silver Cross (UK) Limited Linear Freeway

...for baby.

Silver Cross is of a name historically admired and trusted in the pram world. The classic large wheeled model is the one that generally springs to mind when this famous brand name is mentioned. However, Silver Cross have now entered the modern age.

The chassis element of this system is just that - a chassis, & is useless in itself without the pram body element. The reason I mention this is that the body is ...
...of this pram is unmistakably Silver Cross, even without the big wheels. The pram unit does seem larger than most, which certainly gives it presence, but remains very attractive in it's design. I would suggest though checking the amount of boot space in your car and maybe asking the retailer if you can place their demonstration unit into your boot before purchasing. Folding the chassis is easy, and of course if used mainly with the car seat the space ... more

My wife & I decided to purchase the Freeway (in pistachio) because of it's sleek design and the large, comfortable & snug sleeping area for baby.

Silver Cross is of a name historically admired and trusted in the pram world. The classic large wheeled model is the one that generally springs to mind when this famous brand name is mentioned. However, Silver Cross have now entered the modern age.

The chassis element of this system is just that - a chassis, & is useless in itself without the pram body element. The reason I mention this is that the body is totally detachable from the chassis for transportation. This is unlike some other travel systems, where the pram and chassis are part of the same unit and fold together when not in use.

The chassis is also built specifically to hold a car seat designed in this range, namely the Ventura Plus available in the same colours. The main advantages then in having the chassis totally separate to the body of the pram / pushchair unit and the car seat respectively, may not at first seem obvious. Indeed some people may find this design structure unnecessary and opt for an all-in-one unit.

However, on it's own the chassis is very lightweight, and if used with just the car seat element for short journeys can be advantageous over the all in one units. Many supermarkets also have the option of a car seat being fitted to the trolley, meaning the chassis element can be left in the boot of the car in this scenario.

if baby is in the pram unit and you decide to have a trip to a friends or relatives, the chassis itself can be left in the hallway so not to dirty the carpet, and the sleeping baby can be lifted off it while still inside the detachable pram unit. Clipping this on and off is quite easy, but I advise to take a few attempts practising before trying this for the first time.

The design an look of this pram is unmistakably Silver Cross, even without the big wheels. The pram unit does seem larger than most, which certainly gives it presence, but remains very attractive in it's design. I would suggest though checking the amount of boot space in your car and maybe asking the retailer if you can place their demonstration unit into your boot before purchasing. Folding the chassis is easy, and of course if used mainly with the car seat the space in the boot will only be taken by the chassis itself, and not the pram unit all the time. With just the car seat sitting on the chassis, the unit seems very compact indeed and takes on a different look and feel completely.

To switch the pram to pushchair mode and vice-versa is just a matter of detaching from the chassis and re-attaching in the desired position.
The basket at the bottom remains in place while doing this and so any bits and pieces in there need not be disturbed while removing the body.

If you do decide to buy the unit as a complete travel system and use with the car seat, it is essential to check that the car seat is compatible with your make and model of car. The Venture Plus Car Seat is the only car seat compatible with the this chassis, and is not compatible with any car seat base at the time of writing. This means that you will have to fit and unfit the car seat on every journey, whereas a car seat with a base simply clicks in & out of the car when travelling. Therefore be sure you are proficient with this task if you decide to go ahead with the Silver Cross Freeway, otherwise you may regret purchasing it.

To summarise then, the Silver Cross Freeway is a system that will certainly appeal to the purveyor of smart design and alluring looks. it will also guarantee a very comfortable, happy and safe journey for baby when out & about. If you decide this system is the one for you, be sure to check the compatibility with your car. 

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