Question Boulevard G3 or Recaro or Pavillion?

[Mangosink]

Hi, I have always used Britax Boulevards and loved them, but my seat has just expired. I went to look at the new G-3 models and am wondering how big of a pain the new harness system will be. I also looked at Recaro, but I know nothing about that brand/seat. Recommendations? DD is 2 yrs 3 months and petite.

Thank you.

 

[creideamh]

For RF or FF?
The only thing on the harness that changed is the HUGS, and I don't find them a pain at all FF (I keep them off for RF, as it's optional.)
I would not buy a Recaro for RF, personally, due to the lack of legroom and high base.

 

[jjordan]

What are you thinking would be annoying about the new Britax harnesses? I think they're really nice and easy to use.

 

[MommyShannon]

I really like the new belly pad that keeps the buckle forward. Just FYI, the Blvd 70 and 70G3 are a little shorter shell than the 35lb rf ones.

 

[maramarrie]

I really like the new belly pad that keeps the buckle forward. Just FYI, the Blvd 70 and 70G3 are a little shorter shell than the 35lb rf ones.

This. The new HUGS pads take a little adjustment (or you can remove them for RF). I just fiddled with them and learned the best way to buckle and slide them into position. It took me about a week to get used to them, but it seems natural now and not a big deal. I didn't end up taking them off (though in that first week I was tempted). The harness is very easy to adjust. It is as simple as other Britax convertibles (and MUCH easier than my Marathon Classic...it has "issues.")

 

[Mangosink]

FF. The hugs are the things I wondered if I would like. Ive read many reviews saying they were a pain. When i tested them out, it seemed ok, not as easy as old style, but doable. I loved my old boulevard, and hate my frontier because of installation issues, just wanting to make sure I make a good decision. Also, I know nothing about Recaro, so just wondering which one is a better seat. Read something about Recaro testing in EU being more stringent.

 

[creideamh]

I actually really like the new HUGS, more than the old ones, but it's one of those things you either like or you don't.
A FF ProRide is a fine option as well... it has a lot of SIP obviously, and the headwings are sturdier than Britax's. Nothing beats Britax's ease of use, though, IMO. I would choose whichever you feel most comfortable with.