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    researching new car seat/booster options

    Well I found this site so useful when I first had my daughter almost 3 years ago and settled on a RA. Now we are starting to research booster / car seat options now that she will be approaching her limits on the RA. Currently she is 38" and 30lbs. I have two RA one expires 6/10 and I want to...
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    RF RA is it 1" from top or even with?

    I can't seem to remember if a RA that is RF is the child too tall when her head is 1" from the top of the shell or even with? Thanks! :confused:
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    I got my new Mac Triumph!

    I love it. Man how nice to steer with one hand!!! I do admit the seat is a little short but my dd seems to fit well, the only thing I am having a hard time is adjusting the straps that go over her shoulders- I have the adjusted all the way up but it is still loose for her body. I moved it up a...
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    how minor of an accident do you replace seats?

    Today we were with family in a rental car and we were swiped by a tractor trailer. He didn't even know he hit our car. No one was hurt and there was minimal damage- just scrapped the side of the car and knocked off the side view mirror. Do I replace her RA now? Is there limits on that? How do I...
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    AHHH!!! BRU sold out of the Trip so Volo/Triumph??

    Okay as you all probally know... lol, I ordered the Mac Volo and then BRU had the Trip on sale for $109 so I cancelled the Volo and ordered the Trip... well BRU cancelled due to not having any in stock.. so should I go with the Mac Volo again or the Triumph?? I have a $50 giftcard for Target so...
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    How much does RA replacement covers cost?

    I have a spare RA cover I was thinking about selling but need to know how much I should ask? It is Puma- It does have one very small spot on the seat of the cover that has a flaw. My dd had a cracker and it was mushy and when it dried I pulled it off and some of the velvet material came off it...
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    so would you cancel the backordered volo for the inglesina trip?

    So after all your input I bought the Mac Volo but it is backordered. After reading Wineaux's post about the Inglesina Trip at BRU for $109 I am wondering if I should cancel the Mac Volo and go with the Trip? I like the fact that it reclines- HELP AGAIN! I know I am being a pain but just want the...
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    RFw/tether outboard or RF w/o tether middle?

    Okay, I tried to re-install my RF RA in the middle position (tried before but never could get a real tight install) so I figured I would try one more time but I can not tether it because the tether point is the seat track (07 ford explorer) and it would have to be the track on the inside of the...
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    difference between C5 & C6-Chicco?

    I think I am going with the Maclaren Volo however in my searches I keep seeing the Chicco C5 & the C6. That is the difference? I know the C5 has adjustable foot rest is that it? Thanks I know I am a PITA!!! Melissa
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    which stroller would you say is best for the $$

    Hello all, I am looking for a lightweight stroller that I can use in and out of stores and for an upcoming trip where we will be flying. I want to stay in the price range of under $100. (the cheaper the better) Are any of these better than the others? My dd is 9mos old 23.5lbs. Swift by...
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    Cosco Apex 65 Lancer vs Blue?

    My friend has a 3yr old that weighs about 40lbs and she is looking into this seat. Is there any difference between the Lancer and the Blue? The blue looks like it has more padding? Lancer-http://www0.epinions.com/content_218900172420...
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    RF tether point in honda element?

    My friend has asked me to help her install her new BV and when we looked at her car (2007 honda element) I couldn't see a good tether point for RF? We are going to install tonight so any help or suggestions would be great!!
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    outgrowing RA RF which seat next? MA or????

    My dd 7 1/2 mos old 21# is currently in a RA RF. She has about 4 1/2 inches from the top, and in the middle slot-however I have a friend that wants to buy my seat (I just bought it about 5 mos ago, and only paid $160.) So I was thinking since I know she is about to outgrow it soon, I should go...
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    Thanks to all I have 2 safe girls!!!

    Just a quick Thanks to all that helped me make sure my girls were safe!! I am so glad I found this website!!! Kaylee RF RA Puma 7mos 21# & Desmin Compass Giraffe 6yrs 55lbs. http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d144/bbygrl99/safegirls.jpg...
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    updated ques on 6yr and booster...

    So I posted last week about my 6yr old 55lb dd#1 and asked about booster seats.. I got great responses and I have come up with the compass and parkway however I keep reading about the regent and wondering (I have a dd#2- 7mo old in a RF RA-21lbs) My question is I was going to buy a MA when dd#2...
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    seat suggestions for 6yr old 55lbs?

    Okay, since I am offically hooked on this website and learning all I can about car seat safety I am worried that I need a new booster seat for my dd1 that is 6yr old and 55lbs? So start your suggestions!! (also I have currently a dd2 in a RF RA)
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    Lightweight stroller with basket under?

    My dd is 6 1/2 mos old and I am starting my search for a nice light weight stroller that has a basket underneath... any suggestions? I would like it to also recline if poss.. any suggestions would be very helpful in my search!!! Thanks!
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    RF RA tether anchor for 07 Ford Explorer?

    I can't seem to find an anchor spot to attach the tether for the RF RA in my 07 explorer, I read the manual it just says for the FF, is there no way to tether it to the front seat somewhere? Thanks for your help!
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    RA vs Marathon due to RF tall 6mo old?

    My daughter is 6mos old and weighs 20lbs and is 27 3/4" tall. I bought the roundabout for our car and just purchased another for my husbands car to realize that her feet touch the back of the seat! So my question is does the Marathon have more room for her so she doesn't hit the back of the seat...

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