Backpack to carry toddler,over 13kgs

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Hi all,Does anybody know where you can buy a backpack to carry a toddler over 13 kgs???Do they make them???We go on long walks in National Parks etc,and she's still too young to walk all the way,so daddy has to carry her?Would very much appreciate some feedback.Thanks

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Reply By: Member - Johno (Gold Coast) - Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 19:56

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 19:56

I carry my son on my shoulders. If I put him in a back pack he would only want to get out in five minutes and walk.

Plus it would be hard yakka on your back.

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Follow Up By: andreab63 - Friday, Oct 27, 2006 at 21:18

Friday, Oct 27, 2006 at 21:18

we bought a back pack, from one of the baby shops, like Babyco. Can't remember brand, it was excellent, lots of hip support with big padded belt, didn't feel it on shoulders at all. We went up the Warrumbungles past the breadknife and up to Blairey Spire, about 16kms return straight up, straight down. Get a good one and you can walk anywhere. We used it for years. But she was pretty light and shortish, for ages, which helped with balance.
cheers andrea.

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Reply By: Member - Andrew (QLD) - Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 20:43

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 20:43

I have a Macpac Possum Child Carrier which are great to carry my 2 1/2 YO or my 9MO sons. Eighteen kilos (18 kg) is the maximum recommended load, not including any equipment.

Any good outdoor/adventure store (as opposed to a simple camping store) will have child carriers.

Andrew

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Follow Up By: silkwood - Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 21:19

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 21:19

Depends upon your budget and how much use you'll get out of it. If you'll use it a lot and you can afford it the Macpac Vamoose would have the best harness system, but is very expensive. Next would be either the Possum or Kathmandu units. You get a little more for your money from the Kathmandu but probably a little better quality and longevity from the Macpac. There are some good alternatives coming from the States and Europe, but if it looks too good to be true (what you get for your money) it probably is.

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Mark

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Follow Up By: Member - Andrew (QLD) - Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 21:48

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 21:48

There are heaps of Child Carriers on the market which will meet the OP's request.....no mention of cost. Wilderness Equipment make another nice one for example which i looked at when purchasing.

The Kathmandu models are priced around $299-$350 whereas the Macpac Possum retails for $299.....however wait for a 50% off (at Easter IIRC) sale and the Kathmandu will now become better value.

Whatever way the OP goes, i hope that they don't skimp on a model with a flimsy harness system (usually the cheaper models). Carrying anything over 13 Kgs needs a good harness system to ensure comfort and enjoyment.

Andrew

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Reply By: slammin - Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 20:47

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 20:47

We've got a Katmandu backpack it is very comfy to wear has a couple of handy net pockets and a 10l pocket under the seat. Also avail Paddy Palin or Toddler world etc etc

We have had it for 2 kids/ 5yrs. We both carry it, not because it's hard but my wife likes to use it as a workout. I pretty much forget it's there and it provides a nice solar plexus / lower back support with a wide belt.

The first kid would be happy for a while then walk then get back in, our 2nd enjoys and prefers to be in it. We make him get out to tire him out a bit.

It's also a handy setup for meal times as it has a good support leg and then we can spoon him his dinner without chasing him around the campground.

We live in central Oz so in peak temps it can be kind of sweaty wear it makes contact but frankly you're going to gwt hot and sweaty anyway here.

Good Luck

Slammin

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Follow Up By: silkwood - Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 21:22

Tuesday, Oct 24, 2006 at 21:22

One thing I don't like about the Kathmandu is the support leg. A child in NSW got his arm broken when he struggled and fell over. Many people have reported children falling over using this feature. If you use it, don't leave a child unattended.

Otherwise I think this pack is great value for the money.

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Follow Up By: mike w (WA) - Wednesday, Oct 25, 2006 at 10:49

Wednesday, Oct 25, 2006 at 10:49

We got ours from Kathmandu, and thoroughly recommend it.

as mentioned previously, wait for sales, we got ours for 50% off. Most outdoors stores will have a sale at the change of season, so with summer coming up there should be a sale soon (unless I have missed them :( )

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