Boosters

Unregistered · Apr 13, 2014

Hi all! I'm looking at a backless booster that will be used in an upcoming trip this summer. The rental car will likely be a Ford Focus or similar size (compact). It will be carried on board as a carryon. What booster do you like for not everyday use (but will have long drives 1 1/2 hrs +) that is easy to carry and be comfy? Child is 8 yrs old, 4'2" and 56 lbs (based on last checkup). They are more leggy than anything.

aeormsby · Apr 13, 2014

I love our Harmony Literiders (now called the Youth Booster I think) for travel and having extra people in the car. They have good leg support, are lightweight and provide a good belt fit even on smaller kids.

I think they're only available at Walmart: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Harmony-Youth-Booster-Car-Seat/28848233
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Harmony-J...gMethod=Recommendation:wm:RecentlyViewedItems
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Harmony-Juvenile-Youth-Booster-Car-Seat-Zebra/16939673

jacqui276 · Apr 13, 2014

I agree that the literider/youth booster is great as it is cheap, light, and fits a variety of kids well.

Unregistered · Apr 14, 2014

Thank you. I'll check out a Walmart to see what is available!

What about the Incognito? Would that be a good choice as well?

aeormsby · Apr 14, 2014

Unregistered said:
Thank you. I'll check out a Walmart to see what is available!

What about the Incognito? Would that be a good choice as well?

I believe the Incognito has a 60lb minimum weight requirement.

Baylor · Apr 14, 2014

I would have no problems using it on a child that is 8 and 50 ins and most likely heavier in clothing.

It's a great option for bigger kids.

Unregistered · Apr 16, 2014

I have a question on the BubbleBum. Do kids that are leggy fit well in it for longer drives (say 2 hrs or so)? Are there any stores that have it on display so she can try it first?

I know it's a no-no for rental a harness seat at a rental place but what about booster seats?

aeormsby · Apr 16, 2014

Unregistered said:
I have a question on the BubbleBum. Do kids that are leggy fit well in it for longer drives (say 2 hrs or so)? Are there any stores that have it on display so she can try it first?

I know it's a no-no for rental a harness seat at a rental place but what about booster seats?

The Bubble Bum doesn't have much leg support at all. But my 8yo was fine using it for a 4 hour drive recently with a footrest (we just put one of our carryon bags at her feet in the rental car).

Boosters are so easy to carry with I wouldn't take a chance with a rental.

As for seeing the Bubble Bum in stores, some Target stores carry them. (ours started carrying them in store the week after I ordered mine

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henrietta · Apr 19, 2014

Baylor said:
I would have no problems using it on a child that is 8 and 50 ins and most likely heavier in clothing.

It's a great option for bigger kids.

I have a child the same size as the OP's (well, 3 lbs lighter). He's 50 inches tall, 53 lbs, and 8.5 years old. I ordered the Incognito to give it a try, knowing that I will use it with my 60+ lb nephew...but I have to say I will NOT use it w/my skinny 8.5 year old right now. It does NOT make for a good lap belt fit on him in my car, and I suspect it wouldn't work in many cars to position the lap belt correctly on a kiddo his size. Just my 2 cents...but I feel Safety First did a good job testing and determining what size kiddo is best protected by the Incognito.

The Cosco Top Side is also only $13 and it's at Target, too. Fits just the Harmony Lite Rider/Youth booster.

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