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gobsmacked · Aug 17, 2006

now I see another one.

I tried a Radian in my car today and liked it and was ready to order one. I went to do so though and saw that they have the Radian 80 coming out soon. So, should I get the 65 now, or wait for the 80, which also costs $100 more???

Lara · Aug 17, 2006

From what i've heard from other boards, is that the radian 80 is pretty much the same seat with a few minor changes, and retested to 80 lbs. Same harness height, and I don't think a kid could ever get to 80 lbs in one quite honestly. I would go with the 65 if I were you and save $100

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Lara

gobsmacked · Aug 17, 2006

Thanks. I just read a little more about the 80 and it doesn't seem to be worth the extra $100 at this point since my son is close to 4. It'd be worth it for an infant though, perhaps.

tech_raechel · Aug 18, 2006

Hey, Gobsmacked!

This is one of the boards I frequent. lol
So you liked the Radian? And it worked well in your car? I'd have to agre with you about sticking with the 65 rather than the 80 (which, funny, I didn't know about til you mentioned it). I just don't think you'll need the extra weight rating for C. And, if it's not going to be any taller than the 65, well, it wouldn't make any sense.
Anyway, I hope you're able to make a choice!

Raechel

my3girls · Aug 18, 2006

Could you tell me what store you tried it in? I would love to check one out!

Victorious4 · Aug 18, 2006

I suggest first calling Sunshine Kids & asking them if the new Radian 80 is the same seat merely tested higher....

Has kiddo outgrown the current seat yet? Is it expired? Sorry, I forget!

If so, then I'd get the Radian 65 now, but if not I'd think about waiting JIC (depending on what Sunshine Kids says about any possible changes in the new seat).

gobsmacked · Aug 18, 2006

Hi Raechel- yeah, I realized when I got home that this board DOES have blue on it, LOL. Just shows how much I pay attention. Yeah, I like the Radian. I like the Regent, too, but I like them about the same, and since the Radian's cheapers, we'll be happy with that one.

My3girls- the Radian 80 is at the bottom of this page: http://www.healthchecksystems.com/radian_car_seats.htm

Papooses- DS has outgrown his Roundabout, but still fits in his Marathon. He's 34 lbs and 38.5" We need the seat in the second car, and I don't really want to wait too long to get one.

my3girls · Aug 18, 2006

Sorry, I was referring to the original Radian (65). I always check out carseats when I go to any store and have yet to see any Radian?

gobsmacked · Aug 18, 2006

my3girls said:
Sorry, I was referring to the original Radian (65). I always check out carseats when I go to any store and have yet to see any Radian?

Oh, I have no idea where to find it IRL. I bought mine online, and I was able to check it out because a friend of mine owns one.

wendytthomas · Aug 18, 2006

my3girls said:
Sorry, I was referring to the original Radian (65). I always check out carseats when I go to any store and have yet to see any Radian?

Babies R Us and Toys R Us are not likely to carry it. Try Buy Buy Baby, USA Baby, or another boutique store. Or call Sunshine Kids (1-888-336-7909) to find a store that will carry it near you.

Or see if you know someone who has one.

Wendy

my3girls · Aug 18, 2006

wendytthomas said:
Or see if you know someone who has one.

Thanks for the laugh!!! I don't even know anyone that owns a Britax, except myself!!

Everyone I know buys the Cosco HBB at WM! *gag* I've looked at USA Baby in KC, but there aren't very many boutique stores near me. We visit family in KC about once a year and I make dh take me carseat shopping just for kicks. I don't need a Radian, I just wanted to see one!

THANKS!

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