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Thule Shine Compact Full-Size Stroller

  • 49 lbs max child weight, reversible reclining seat
  • 21.6 lbs stroller weight
  • 27 x 20.5 x 13.8 in folded, one-hand fold, self-standing
  • 20.5-inch door pass-through
  • 22 lb basket capacity
  • UPF50+ canopy, extendable
  • Bumper bar and rain cover included
  • Limited Lifetime warranty, JPMA

Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A well-equipped city stroller for parents who want a reversible seat, a big basket and a frame narrow enough for doorways.

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ASIN: B09NMNGSJSCategory: Lightweight Strollers

Overview

City parents who fold and carry a stroller often get the Thule Shine, a compact frame with a reversible reclining seat and four-wheel suspension. One hand folds it and it stands on its own, while a sliding handlebar adjusts to each parent.

Daily usability stands out: a seat that faces either way, a large basket and a frame narrow enough for standard doors. From birth, though, it needs a bassinet, inlay, nest or car seat adapters, all sold separately.

Who it's for

Apartment living with tight hallways and shop doorways suits the narrow frame and one-hand fold. Expecting parents who want newborn readiness out of the box should plan on the add-ons or choose another stroller.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Reversible seat faces parent or world
  • Rain cover and bumper bar included
  • Large, easy-access basket
  • Narrow enough for standard doors
Cons
  • Newborn accessories sold separately
  • Single cup holder
  • Max child weight differs across listing

Performance notes

Ride comfort comes from suspension on all four wheels and rubber tires, which soften curbs and cracked pavement. Steering in tight spaces depends on the narrow frame, and the near-flat recline sets how well a younger child naps on the move.

Specifications

BrandThule
Dimensions & fit
Folded Size27 x 20.5 x 13.8 inches
Maximum Weight Recommendation49 lbs
Item weight21.6 pounds
Item dimensions35 x 20 x 42 inches
Basket Weight Capacity Maximum22 pounds
Item Dimensions L X W X H35"L x 20"W x 42"H
Rear Facing Stroller Maximum Height56 centimeters
Capacity & performance
Basket capacity22 lb
Age Range DescriptionNewborn to Toddler
Construction & materials
Tire MaterialRubber
Frame materialAluminum
ColorBlack/Alaska
Material TypePolyester
Seat Materialfabric
Included components
Included ComponentsStroller, bumper bar, rain cover
Warranty & support
WarrantyLimited Lifetime
Other details
Harness Type5 point
Specification MetJPMA
Number Of Cup Holders1
Door pass through20.5 inches
SeatReversible, near-flat recline, adjustable leg rest
Suspension4-wheel
CanopyExtendable, UPF50+
HandlebarSliding, fully adjustable
Newborn useWith adapters, bassinet, Newborn Inlay or Newborn Nest, sold separately
Assembly Instructions DescriptionIncluded
Harness Feature5-point harness
Import DesignationImported
Stroller TypeStandard Stroller

Frequently asked questions

Does the Thule Shine need assembly?

Assembly instructions are included with the stroller, per the listing.

Can I use the Thule Shine from birth?

Only with newborn accessories sold separately: infant car seat adapters, the Thule Shine Bassinet, Thule Newborn Inlay or Thule Newborn Nest.

Is the Thule Shine a double stroller?

No. Seating capacity is one child.

How many cup holders does the Thule Shine have?

The specs list one cup holder.