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Any real reason NOT to get this seat? I never recommend it because I think the install can be tricky, and there's other seats that last longer for half the price. But I'm a tech so I think I can install it and I love the headwings. Am I missing anything?

MissAllyLou said:

Any real reason NOT to get this seat? I never recommend it because I think the install can be tricky, and there's other seats that last longer for half the price. But I'm a tech so I think I can install it and I love the headwings. Am I missing anything?

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Both of my SIL's have had this seat or are currently using it...it's REALLY heavy in my opinion! But it does have nice headwings! I also steered clear of it because I know we will have multiple children and wanted a seat that would last longer than the five years it offers.

I forgot about the 5 yr expiration, but realistically, I'll probably want a new seat with each kid. Is it heavier than the Chaparone?

I believe Peg changed their expiration on those seats. It's no longer 5 years, but I can't recall what it is.

TechnoGranola said:

I believe Peg changed their expiration on those seats. It's no longer 5 years, but I can't recall what it is.

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I was thinking the same. At least 6 now, but it might even be 7. I went to look at the manual online but it's not up to date (at least on the Canadian site).

I have it an LOVE it. So much. Love the non rethread harness. The install was super easy for me. I sat on it... 150 lbs pg lady LOL... And DH tightened it. I mean every seat is heavy once you get a baby into it right? It doesn't bother me at all and I'm tiny 5'1".

Hey, are you pregnant girl?

cookie123 said:

Hey, are you pregnant girl?

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Yes ;-)

I don't love the harness geometry. If Peg added an inner crotch slot I'd be happier. It's not uncommon to have the crotch strap slot be past a newborn's feet -- which means you need a crotch roll for a long time.

I've heard rumours that Peg has moved to a smaller chest clip which is nice because the IMMI one is very wide on shoulder straps that are already somewhat wide set.

I find that babies need quite a bit of support added to their seat if its a Peg. Rolled receiving blankets from head to hip, and a good sized crotch roll. Normally, if a seat is marketed as budget friendly and more basic I'm ok with having to add these things, but in such an expensive fancy seat it kind of irritates me. And, it tends to surprise parents.

Also, the handle buttons are finicky. The handle gets caught up by the canopy if the canopy is back. Up hete we totate the handle above baby's feet (rebound management) but you have to rotate the handle back (no rebound management). If I'm forced to rotate a handle at all it better be for a good reason, otherwise that's just a pitb.

It's heavy. That's a subjective thing, but I think most people would agree its heavier than most.

I prefer seats with really good seat to base recognition rather than a seat I have to line up perfectly to have dock to the base. KeyFit for example has incredible seat to base recognition - basically you can set it on the base, let go, and it will fall into place. Peg is like a puzzle piece when it comes to seat onto base.

Overall it's fine, but it's not some stellar product that's otherwise worth the inflated price tag. Up here its a big status symbol to lug a Peg, and I work on so many I've totally lost count.

I find the installation process somewhat counterintuitive compared to other seats that seem more .. modern, I suppose. Like when I'm reaching for a locking clip on a $300 seat I think it's a little comical. I feel the same way about Radian, fwiw.

I'm babbling. My thought is sure, go for it, if no other seat catches your eye.