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Need a Running Stroller (BOB, Kelty or Baby Jogger?)
Asked by P.O. from Dallas
on April 26, 2006
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Hi,
My daughter turns 6 mo this weekend and I would like to start running with her. I'm looking to get a good running stroller. However, most of the reviews of th...
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- Check out Baby Bargains or Toddler Bargains (books that rate various baby items/gear). We purchased a BOB jogging stroller over a year ago and love it (initially purc...
- Hi P., Here links to some jogging strollers I found that people were selling on craigslist.com. They all have pics so you can see the condition, and look at all of...
- I bought a "dreamer design" one a couple of years ago and although I don't run with it, I used it all the time for walks and it is great. When I did my research it wa...
Toddler Carriers for Hiking?
Asked by C.V. from Milwaukee
on July 19, 2010
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I'm looking for anyone who has had carriers that they've loved or hated. We're going on vacation up north in about 4 weeks and my husband wants to get something that ...
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- We have a used Kelty carrier. My husband used it nearly every day last summer to carry our then 1 ½ year old son on their walks (he was probably 27 or 28 lbs). It w...
- We've done a lot of hiking with our son and personally I prefer our ergo. I find the ones with the frames just don't fit my body that well--and when my son moves from...
- We loved our Kelty for hiking. The hip strap was comfortable and it felt like wearing a backpack. We could also set it down and it became its own stand. (handy high ...
Jogging Stroller Advice PLEASE
Asked by N.H. from Dallas
on April 22, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I'm interested in purchasing a jogging stroller. I have a 3 yr old and 1 yr old so will more than likely be getting a double one. Can anyone recommend a go...
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- Something to also consider (maybe) is your height and the kind/type of jogging trail you plan to use. I'm fairly short (5'2") and used a stroller without a swivel whee...
- I love my BOB Revolution Duallie for my 2 boys. BOB is by far the most popular brand in my Stroller Strides group. Be careful because there are some brands that have...
- Hi N.! I highly recommend the BOB Revolution Duallie. I bought mine when my children were the very same age that both of yours are now. I like it because I can a...
18 Month Old Twins, Not Having Any More Kids. I Have TONS of Gear to Sell.
Asked by K. from Chicago
on July 14, 2006
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I have a ton of great, very gently used baby gear and it needs to go. Beautiful matching bassinets, arms reach cosleeper, peg perego high chair, kelty meadow frame ca...
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- I am interested in the exersaucer. How much are you asking for it?
- Hello! I was considerin buying a cosleeper. Did you like yours? My 3 month spends most of the night in our bed. I thought a cosleeper would give me and my husband s...
- If your stuff is in good condition, you can sell it on consignment at Second Child. It's located at Sheffield and Armitage. I've been selling my kid's gently used thin...
Looking for Backpack
Asked by A.V. from Washington DC
on March 11, 2011
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I'm looking for a backpack to use as a diaper bag. I don't want a huge one. I need it to be sturdy enough to be tossed in the car (like a jansport or eastpak) but also...
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- I like Ergo backpacks (you don't have to use the carrier, to use the backpack!) and SkipHop backpacks. Here are the links :) http://www.skiphop.com/product/21010.h...
- Pottery Barn Kids - They have 2 sizes, multiple colors, and you even can have initials put on it. We used them for diaper bags, and then for preschool and kindergarte...
- Check out those from Lands End. They're terrific and do have the water bottle holders on the side. I bet since it's off-season for buying backpacks, you could find the...
Traveling to the Snow W/ 9 Month Old
Asked by G.M. from San Francisco
on February 12, 2008
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My husband, 9 month old and I will be taking our first (plane) trip on Sunday to Eugene, and then to Bend, Oregon. I'm excited to go, as I'm oh-so ready for a 'vacati...
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- they say (books etc) that you should dress your child as you would dress yourself. if you are cold, then they are probably cold too.. and if the sun comes out and you ...
- Hi there, We just moved to N. Cal this summer from Anchorage Alaska, where I'm from. We have two boys who love the snow. My youngest is now 20 months old and I walk...
- we went to michigan for christmas. it was cold! in any case, i got a http://www.landsend.com/pp/SolidFleeceBunting~133172_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::Y...
Backpack Carrier
Asked by K.A. from Dallas
on December 2, 2009
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We want to purchase a backpack carrier for my husband to use. We are looking for one that is most comfortable and lightweight. It will be used for my 14 month old bo...
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- I had a Kelty carrier for my kids. (I was a by-choice single mom for the toddler era). I wore it myself and it's very light when you're the "donkey". I also liked tha...
- I used the Ergo baby carrier, it functions as a front AND back carrier and carries up to 40 lbs or more. I've been very happy with it. It's a little pricier, but has b...
- Buy buy baby in Plano sells them. I'm going to get one soon, I can't wait. The ergo only weights one lb, check out their website. Ergobabycarrier.com.
Baby Backpack / Carrier
Asked by L. from Dallas
on October 16, 2006
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Has anyone used a baby backpack - the kind with the aluminum frame that you can use to take the baby hiking, etc?
Can you recommend brands or types, comfort level, ...
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- Hi. I have an instep backpack /stroller just like this one http://www.babyuniverse.com/pro.asp?id=27537&rc=froogle27537. I loved it and used it while we went to new ...
- I used this Gerry brand (years ago) and loved it: http://cgi.ebay.com/Gerry-Backpack-Infant-Carrier-Great-for-hiking_W0QQitemZ130035544894QQihZ003QQcategoryZ20412QQtc...
- If you're going to get one of these, get a Kelty. I'm a Texan that has spent time in Colorado hiking in the Rockies... trust me... if you're going to hike with little...
Toddler Carrier Hiking Backpack
Asked by R.B. from Los Angeles
on January 18, 2010
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I have been hiking with my little girl since she was born, first in a Moby Wrap and now in the Ergo. At 22 months, she's getting close to the weight limit of 35 pound...
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- How about a jogging stroller? i had a back pack that went to eighty lbs, but, as soon as they started pulling my hair or taking off my hat I was done w/ the backpack.
- We have the Kelty kids carrier (from REI http://www.rei.com/search?search=Kelty&origin=Google&cat=8000&cat=4500007&hist=search%2CKelty^cat%2C###-###-####%3AKids%27)- 2...
- Hi- We also loved the Kelty backpack. It was really comfortable for both my husband and me, we just had to readjust the straps. Good Luck! S.
Pros & Cons to Hiking Backpacks
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on March 1, 2011
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I am looking into buying a used hiking backpack to carry my 1 year old... I remember my baby brother being toted around in one when we were kids, and it seemed like a ...
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- We have a Deuter backpack and it is great. DS feels way more comfortable in it than in his old Kelty one. There is an actual seat like thing and his legs seem to be ...
- I got ours off freecycle, but I've seen some combo packs that go to 40 lbs and have a removable bag that I might get for our vacation. They are GREAT, in my opinion, f...
- We have a two Kelty backpacks, one about 15 yrs old and the other maybe 3 yrs old that were both handed down to us. I don't remember the exact types. We love them!! ...
