The Toro is Micralite's first Australian release and is its version of a lightweight pram.
Design
The Micralite Toro looks very industrial with its construction showing its nuts, bolts and cogs. With the seat fully reclined and in John Deer green, it looks like a little farm buggy. The handlebars stick up like horns, hence its name.
The Toro is a mini pram and is very solidly constructed. The components are well designed and made. The seat base is black and the hood comes in four colour options which can be interchanged.
Features
The pram features three recline positions including flat, a bumper bar and adjustable handles. The seat is nicely padded, is fully removable and washable.
The under-seat basket is smaller in size and is accessible from the front of the pram. It has a large hood with a mesh visor for sneaky peaks. The rain cover and sun shade are well designed and easy to use.
Performance
I've heard it said by a parent that the Toro 'steers like a dream', which is pretty much the best recommendation you can get. It has lockable swivel wheels and handles rugged terrain well. You can push this pram with one hand if needed.
The seat is roomy, offering more space for larger children. To accommodate this the wheel base is wide so check this out before you purchase if you think it may be a problem for you. The recline mechanism is very easy to use.
It has a one piece, one hand fold (with seat only) which is impressive for one of these styles of prams. The folded pram stands independently and the pram can be easily wheeled around when folded which is very handy. The fold size is medium so check the pram will fit into your car boot before purchase.
Importantly the Toro has firm and easy to use brakes, basically a bar that runs between the back wheels which you can flip on and off with your foot.
Drawbacks
It is annoying that when you release the bumper bar you also release the hood and it can be fiddly to reattach both. Also the bumper bar can be a bit high for smaller babies.
Wheel kicking is a frequent complaint so make sure you have your handles facing back to give you extra leg room. The fold can be difficult if the wheels are not aligned.
Finally, be cautious as this pram can easily tip. Avoid hanging shopping from its handles.
Conclusion
Although a bit light on with storage options, the Toro is a good all-rounder in its price range and definitely worth considering if you want this style of pram.
If you do purchase one, do your baby a favour and get it one of the zebra print seat liners. All babies need a little bit of faux fur in their lives.
You should also note that despite the seat having a flat recline you really do need the bassinet for a newborn.
About Mircralite
Micralite is an English company which has been making the snazzy little Fastfold for a couple of years.
