Baby Trend

Expedition Race Tec Plus

Configuration: Manufacturer base single-stroller configuration in the Ultra colorway (SKU JG76D36B) - stroller-only, not a travel system - matching the curated Amazon offer B09QYX744L

4.5 User Rating 57 customer ratings

Baby Trend's single jogging stroller: a 25.12 lb frame on all-terrain tires with a locking 12-inch front swivel wheel, a multi-position recline seat with five-point harness, a UPF 50+ canopy, parent and child trays, and a 5 lb basket; riders ride to 50 lb and 42 in.

  • Age suitability6 mo
  • Stroller weight25.12 lb
  • Max child height42 in
  • Warranty1-year coverage

Detailed conditions for each figure live in the specifications below.

Product details

Our Take

The Expedition Race Tec Plus sells the jogging hardware cheap: 12-inch front and 16-inch rear all-terrain wheels, the front a push-button swivel that locks straight for running, under a padded, reclining Comfort Cabin seat with a five-point harness, a UPF 50+ two-panel canopy, parent and child trays and height-adjustable handlebars. Published rider limits are 50 pounds and 42 inches, and recommended use starts at six months, with jogging only once the child is at least six months old.

The cost of big wheels is bulk: 25.12 lb, 24 by 48 by 41 inches open and 24 by 36 by 18 inches folded, plus a basket the manual caps at 5 lb however wide its opening is. Baby Trend EZ-Lift, EZ-Lift PLUS and EZ-Lift PRO infant car seats attach directly to the seat module per the manual, and every car seat is sold separately.

Buyer ratings on the exact listing average 4.5 stars across 57 ratings - a small pool to read much into. Baby Trend publishes no third-party certification for this model and no footrest specification; treat both as gaps in the paperwork rather than demonstrated faults.

What we like

  • 25.12 lb frame on all-terrain tires with a push-button locking front swivel wheel
  • Padded Comfort Cabin seat with multiple reclining positions and a height-adjustable five-point harness
  • UPF 50+ two-panel canopy, parent tray with phone positioner, and a child tray with two cup holders
  • Both assembled and folded sizes are published, so trunk fit can be checked before buying
  • 4-position rotational handlebar with height adjustability for caregivers of different heights

Worth knowing

  • No third-party certification such as JPMA is claimed on the official surfaces
  • No newborn position is published, and recommended use starts at 6 months
  • Infant car seats mount directly to the seat module but are sold separately, and no compatibility-chart URL exists
  • No footrest or calf-support specification is published

Best for

Caregivers of one child - from the manufacturer's 6-month jogging guidance up to the 50 lb and 42 in limits - who want a dedicated jogging stroller with a locking front wheel and published folded measurements at an attainable price.

Consider another option if

You need a stroller that accepts a newborn from birth, a certified third-party safety label, or a travel system with the car seat in the box - this configuration is stroller-only, and its compatible seats are sold separately.

Written by googaia from verified manufacturer documentation and published reviews. We do not test products ourselves.

Specifications

All values from the manufacturer for the configuration shown above. Missing means not found in the manufacturer sources checked — we never estimate.

Size & portability

Stroller weight
25.12 lb
Assembled dimensions
24" x 48" x 41"
Folded dimensions
24" x 36" x 18"
Fold
Fold by releasing the fold latch; a fold strap on the seat holds the folded frame, and the manual warns to remove items before folding

Child fit

Age suitability
Manufacturer recommended use starts at 6 months, within the published seat limits; the manual recommends the child be at least 6 months old before jogging use
Maximum child weight
50 lb
Maximum child height
42 in
Newborn configuration
The stroller seat's recommended use starts at 6 months, but the manual publishes a from-birth route: CS01 EZ-Lift, CS02 EZ-Lift PLUS and CS03 EZ-Lift PRO infant car seats (sold separately) attach directly to the stroller's front-seat module with the child tray in place and the seat back in its most reclined position. That car-seat position is for strolling only - the manual warns never to jog or run with a newborn in the car seat position.

Everyday features

Seat direction
Not found in the manufacturer sources checked
Recline
Comfort Cabin multi-layered compression padded seat with multiple reclining positions; reclining backrest
Adjustable calf support
The manufacturer does not state a footrest or calf-support feature on the product page or in the owner's manual
Wheels
All-terrain tires with a 12-inch front swivel wheel and 16-inch rear wheels; the front wheel has a push-button swivel locking device
Suspension
Not found in the manufacturer sources checked
Basket capacity
5 lb maximum in the extra-large opening storage basket
Handlebar
4-position rotational angled rubber flex-grip handles with height adjustability
Canopy
2-panel UV canopy with UPF 50+ protection
Additional specifications
Brakes
Rear step-on parking brakes: push down firmly on each brake to lock, push up to unlock; the manual tells owners to always set the brakes when the stroller is not being pushed
Seat configuration
Single jogging stroller in the stroller-only configuration: all-terrain tires with a push-button locking front swivel wheel
Seating capacity
One child
Harness
Adjustable 5-point safety harness with padded covers; height-adjustable harness with crotch buckle adjustment
Jogging suitability
Manufacturer-designated jogging stroller (sold as the Race Tec Plus Jogger): lock the front swivel wheel straight when running, jogging or walking fast, always hold both handles, and the child should be at least 6 months old before jogging use
Certifications
No third-party certification (for example JPMA) is claimed on the product page or in the owner's manual; a law label is linked from the Materials section
Materials
76% polyester fiber, 22% polyurethane foam, 2% expanded polyethylene foam

Care & Warranty

Cleaning

From the manual: clean only with mild household soap or detergent and warm water on a sponge or clean cloth.

Maintenance

From the manual: engage the rear brakes by pushing down firmly on each brake and set them whenever the stroller is not being pushed;

Warranty

1-year coverage.

Full care instructions & warranty terms

Cleaning: From the manual: clean only with mild household soap or detergent and warm water on a sponge or clean cloth.

Maintenance: From the manual: engage the rear brakes by pushing down firmly on each brake and set them whenever the stroller is not being pushed; the front wheel's swivel locking device is a push-button that locks the wheel straight for jogging or running.

Warranty: A 1-year limited warranty, in the manufacturer's own words: products are warranted free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the initial purchase; valid proof of purchase is required and repair or replacement is at the company's sole option. Details at babytrend.com/pages/limited-warranty.

Ratings & Reviews

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User Rating 4.5/5 57 customer ratings
Reviewer Rating Not available No scored expert review available

Customer ratings

4.5/5 · 57 ratings on Amazon - exact listing aggregate (ASIN B09QYX744L, Ultra variation)

Professional review findings

No scored expert review available. Award listings and qualitative mentions are kept out of the Reviewer Rating.

Owner feedback

No verified owner feedback available yet for this exact configuration.

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Compatibility & Extras

What ships with this configuration, what's sold separately, and what fits — verified per seat and accessory for this exact model.

In the box

  • Stroller (single seat module)
  • 2-panel UV canopy (UPF 50+)
  • Parent tray with phone positioner and 2 cup holders
  • Child's tray with 2 cup holders
  • Storage basket

Car Seat Compatibility

Compatible infant car seat brands and adapter requirements.

Works with included adapters

Baby

Compatibility varies by car seat model. Always verify your exact car seat, stroller, and required adapter with the manufacturer before purchasing or using them. Infant car seats are sold separately unless otherwise specified.

Check before buying

  • Whether your specific Baby Trend infant car seat is on the current compatibility chart, since the manual points to one without publishing a link, plus the 1-year limited warranty terms for the channel you buy from.

Helpful Questions

Is the Expedition Race Tec Plus suitable for jogging?
It is Baby Trend's designated jogging model: push the button to lock the 12-inch front swivel wheel straight before running and unlock it for strolling, and the manufacturer recommends the child be at least 6 months old before jogging use.
Can a newborn ride in it?
The manufacturer publishes no newborn or from-birth position for this stroller; recommended use starts at 6 months, and the manual warns never to jog or run with a newborn in the car seat position.
Does it fit an infant car seat?
The manual attaches the CS01 EZ-Lift, CS02 EZ-Lift PLUS and CS03 EZ-Lift PRO infant car seats directly to the front-seat module with no adapter mentioned, and the product page lists EZ-Lift PLUS, EZ-Lift PRO and Secure-Lift as compatible. Every car seat is sold separately, and no compatibility-chart URL is published, so confirm your exact seat with Baby Trend.
What is the folded size?
The manufacturer publishes a folded size of 24 x 36 x 18 in, against an assembled size of 24 x 48 x 41 in.

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