We just bought a cheap crib at Walmart and it does what it's supposed to! We did splurge on the stroller though, highly recommend the baby trend that has a car seat dock. If you guys like walking definitely go with the 'bicycle' tires.
http://www.babytrend.com/travel_syst...r/TJ68407.html
You might not need the shocks but we do lots of trail walking and they are worth it.