Does this have enough back support for carrying 15 month and older babies on a hike?
1308257
There are plenty of back ties that you can use like a double hammock or pirate carry that are perfect for older and heavier babies.
1308258
Not really. It's stretchy fabric so you'd be tightening it a lot. Also you'd get hot.
951667
Yes. It has a 5 point harness in it that holds baby in place. Also, the backrest is at a slight angle so baby doesn't fall forward.My daughter has been using this without a carseat since she was 5 weeks.
707770
I use it with my 3 month old and did with my frst son up until he was walking at 9 months. You can use it past that but I chose t use a backpack once he could walk on his own and was much heavier. I think there is a 22 - 25lb weight limit so once they reach about 25lbs you would need a different carrier if you still needed to carry them in one. Hope this helps :)
355708
My 15 month old can still get in hers but honestly, we've hardly used it since she started walking 3 months ago. So if you see your son walking soon, maybe not worth it unless you're going on a trip somewhere and don't have anything else.
1634229
When I bought this car because my son was two years, I can not confirm that serves a baby, though the backrest is fully reclining, I'd say no problem but I'm not sure
1096806
No. This stroller is better for an older infant, I had trouble getting the straps tight enough to stabilize baby very well. Now that my two are 1 and 3 years old, it works for short trips. 3 year old is about too big.
880833
Our 8 month old daughter didn't seem to have a problem! She slept for an hour and a half when we took her on a hike in the carrier. She wasn't wiggling around like she was uncomfortable! :)
1507156
If you are talking about the green support pictured, I would say it does an OK job at supporting. Infants are so small, I would recommend purchasing a support insert for all around support as well.
1855821
Yes but not easily. My daughter is only 7months so she can't move it. I can easily though. I imagine by the time she is starting to walk it will actually strengthen her legs and torso because it would require a bit of effort. Personally I'm good with that.
1952780
No, I wouldn't recommend that. It is strong for the price but not steady enough to safely support a child in a car seat. There is only one little bungee cord to hold whatever you're carrying. I think you should spend your money on a stroller designed for a child's safety in mind. Please don't buy this to transport your child. Don't take Mimi's advice.
883888
Depends how long you're going to hike...It's pretty breathe able but the straps aren't padded, also since baby is right next to your body it'll be hotter than a frame carrier. So they aren't as comfortable as other carriers for long times, because of no padding. That being said I have worn my 20lb 12 month old for some extended periods, usually on my front if she nurses and falls asleep. I really like my boba air, it comes in handy in lots of random situations. For long hikes we usually mostly use a frame backpack and stuff the boba air in a pocket if the backpack in case she gets fussy or wants to nurse.
1478030
Unless you are a regular weight lifter I wouldn't recommend it, and I am pretty sure he exceeds the weight limit, anyhow. I was no longer comfortable carrying my son for any length of time in a front carry after he was 15lbs; he's about 25 lbs and this *may* help a bit with a hip carry still. You should look for a toddler soft structured carrier (I think most are rated up to 40 lbs), or I think a Storchenwiege wrap could work. Either way, you'll have to shell out around $150-180 new for a carrier that will work for you. The structured carriers are very nice for back carries if you need to carry him for a longer period of time.
957909
I would say no if you have a climbed. We used it before my son could walk to climb. If I used it now..my son is 18 months old.. Hed tear it to shreds!
1690563
Certainly. My boy is 15 pounds and sometimes share the stroller with a friend beagle of over 25 pounds. They fit in and are conftable
859244
No I don't believe so. But it is great for carrying your child on your back.
278345
I would say no. It is basically an Ergo with different straps. The baby carry position is very similar.
670638
I used this backpack with my son starting when he was 12 months old, and it worked just fine. It is very adjustable so the seat height can be changed as the child grows. At 12 months, my son was too big to carry in a front pack, but he loved riding along as we hiked, shopped, etc.