Thursday, June 3, 2010


Chicco Smart Support Backpack, Red


Price: $99.00

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Product Features
  • Height adjustable seat for a customized ride
  • Energy-absorbing lumbar padding in breathable mesh
  • Lightweight aluminum frame weighs only 7 lbs
  • Water-resistant canopy with sun visor and zip-off rain cover protect from the weather
  • Kickstand for stabilized loading/unloading

First, my now 27 mo old son has loved this pack since he was 7 mos old!

Pros:
(a) price,
(b) lightweight,
(c) sunshade/rainshield is generously sized without getting in the way ... it creates a very effective barrier to winter winds and precipitation
(d) stable when loading your kid,
(e) minimal extra backpack storage, which I think is deadweight,
(f) lots of webbing to clip accessories on or carry a jacket by pushing through a loop,
(g) fits my 6'0" 175lb husband very easily!

Cons:
(a) designed for a longer torso than I have (15.5" back waist to neck) and there's no way to get a snug back fit from shoulder pads to lumbar support,
(b) there is only 1 chest strap position and I'd like it to be 2" higher,
(c) kick stand lock is located on the back leg, approximately 1" below my right shoulder blade (makes it awkward to lock/unlock the kick stand by myself),
(d) the label on the pack says child weight limit is 33lbs while the item is described as going to 40lbs,
(e) there's no place for your kid to put his feet if he's big enough that his legs dangle.

How I use it: when I dont want a stroller - walking the dog, walking about town on errands in the snow (urban living), riding the bus or subway, wearing it on extended playground/zoo visits in case my son gets tired at the end.

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