anybody used a baby carrier

[barry1974w]

I start my paternity leave in a couple of days and I'm thinking my son and I might have to spend a fair bit of time wandering around the bush. We've got an "all terrain" stroller and a baby bjorn front packer. But I'm thinking about getting a backpack style baby carrier. Has anybody used one of these and does anybody have any recommendations as to brand name, where to purchase ect?

[Tenacious Billy]

I start my paternity leave in a couple of days and I'm thinking my son and I might have to spend a fair bit of time wandering around the bush. We've got an "all terrain" stroller and a baby bjorn front packer. But I'm thinking about getting a backpack style baby carrier. Has anybody used one of these and does anybody have any recommendations as to brand name, where to purchase ect?

Paternity leave? Sweet!! I guess if the little dude is old enough for a back-pack style one, go with that. It will keep him out of the way when you raise your gun to shoot something! :wink:

[madrona sh]

They are great for toddlers but not for babies.

[barry1974w]

My son is six months old, he's able to sit up by himself now, but he's not quite crawling yet. We did buy him a pair peltor kids ear muffs that are supposed to be good for six months plus as well, don't want him to end up with hearing like his father....

[madrona sh]

He is good to go in a backpack carrier then. It is the best way to pack the little rugrats around by far.

[hunter33]

My little guy has loved the baby carrier from 6 months, he even takes 2-3 hour naps while we are hiking. He is now 13 months and can't get enough of being out in the bush in the carrier; I would try craig's list if you are going to buy one.

[bandit]

I have a "bush baby" backpack its great. Really comfortable and suitable up to 4 years old. Has a big pocket in the bottom for carrying stuff too.

Tried taking my son hiking when he was 9 months in a baby bjorn, it did my back and neck in for 3 days after. Definitely dont recommend it.

[3kills]

My son is six months old, he's able to sit up by himself now, but he's not quite crawling yet. We did buy him a pair peltor kids ear muffs that are supposed to be good for six months plus as well, don't want him to end up with hearing like his father....

where did u find the peltor ear muffs? i have been lookin for some for my kids when i take them shootin.

[LOC]

We use this one (http://littlelife.co.uk/html/child_carriers/voyager-s2.html). My daughter loves being in it (she's 18 months) and it's easy to wear.

[Stone Sheep Steve]

Pretty cool you're thinking about taking him out!!

Just be sure to watch for predators if he starts crying:shock:.

SSS

[skibum]

use the backpack often in the bush - kid(s) love it. the only problem is having to stop myself from following game trails in the deep bush - kid keeps putting his head into branches

[BCRiverBoater]

I apologize for the link as I do not care for MEC but it had a good write up.
http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444262 1313&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302699667
It is an awesome carrier and we have used it for 3 kids and it has stood up very well. Can not go wrong. Has every option available.

[springpin]

Deuter kid comfort, awsome child carrier, very comfortable on the back, and I really liked all the adjustments for my daughters comfort. TOP NOTCH in my eyes.

Springpin

[BlacktailStalker]

I bought a "Deuter 2" baby backpack and my little guy (Who is 1 but is the size of a 2 year old) loves it.
Very comfortable.

[huntergirl270]

There is someone selling a brand new MEC one with the sunvisor/shield for $100 here in Chwk.

[303Brit]

Another vote for a deuter, put 2 kids through it, well the youngest still goes in it.

303

[Evolution]

We have a couple of MEC child carriers. They work well, but the child has to be able to hold its own head weight because you cant see what is going on back there. Both my daughters love being in it and its great when we (my wife and I) want to go somewhere that's just a little too far to walk for their little legs. The baby bjorn is handy for the wee ones and my wife also has a sling she calls the "peanut" which she seems to prefer over the Baby Bjorn. Im not sure why.

Hiking in to San Josef Bay 08/2009

http://www.huntingbc.ca/photos/data/500/mecbackpack.jpg

[sawmill]

We have a couple of MEC child carriers. They work well, but the child has to be able to hold its own head weight because you cant see what is going on back there. Both my daughters love being in it and its great when we (my wife and I) want to go somewhere that's just a little too far to walk for their little legs. The baby bjorn is handy for the wee ones and my wife also has a sling she calls the "peanut" which she seems to prefer over the Baby Bjorn. Im not sure why.

Hiking in to San Josef Bay 08/2009

http://www.huntingbc.ca/photos/data/500/mecbackpack.jpg
Yeah,that kid looks happy.:mrgreen:

[springpin]

yup, both my girls went through the Deuter..They are very Durable.

[bcsteve]

Anybody has a Deuter that their kids have outgrown? PM me.

[Chuck]

Just be sure to watch for predators if he starts crying:shock:.

SSS

Great tip!...........makes sense too imo. Whoda thunkit?

[landphil]

We have a Kelty backpack carrier, well made and comfortable as well - I think it was rather pricy, but the mother-in law paid for it, so...:mrgreen:

[island grown]

the best one i found was the "Kid Comfort 3" lots of room for gear and lasted through a few kids. i think it ran me about $300.

[TSW]

There is someone selling a brand new MEC one with the sunvisor/shield for $100 here in Chwk.

If it's the same as the picture posted by Evolution then it's only $110 brand new anyway! Might as well go to the store! I have the same pack though and really like it...it's likely not as good as the Deuter pack but at far less than half the price it's a very good buy.

[hownewfoot]

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