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REI Tagalong Child Carrier

REI Tagalong Child Carrier

Item # 705792
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The REI Tagalong child carrier is all about comfort and convenience. It keeps your child secure on walks around town or light trail hikes.

  • Adult suspension system adjusts for various sizes and features curved, padded shoulder straps and hipbelt along with a padded back for comfort
  • Adult suspension system has a quick torso-adjust with embroidered letters for easy-to-remember slots when switching between tall and short parents
  • Child's suspension system features curved, padded shoulder straps and hipbelt lined with soft, moisture-wicking brushed polyester
  • Child's harness has multiple adjustments to fit a variety of sizes, accommodating growth
  • Seat, sides and back are padded for your child's comfort
  • Fold-out kickstand aids in loading and won't pinch if little fingers get in the way
  • Pleated mesh pocket lets you stash bottles, diapers and other kid necessities
  • Material is removable for easy cleaning
  • Generous reflective trim for low-light and night-time visibility
  • REI Rain Bonnet (sold separately) attaches atop carrier to shield child from rain, sun and wind
  • For added storage capacity attach the REI Diaper Bag (sold separately); it holds enough bottles, diapers, toys and clothes for a day's outing

    Age and weight requirements for your child:
  • Your child must be capable of holding their head upright and sitting up by themselves. Usually a child older than 6 months is able to do this. It is a good idea to ask your pediatrician if they think your child is ready to ride in a child carrier.
  • Do not carry any child who is over 45 lbs. or too large for the child harness system.
  • Maximum total load capacity for child and gear is 60 lbs.

Imported.

Item 705792

REI Tagalong Child Carrier Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeChild carrier
Approximate volumeNA
Approximate volume - metricNA
Average weight5 lbs. 11 oz.
Average weight - metric2.58 kilograms
Dimensions28 x 16.5 x 11 inches
Adjustable torsoYes
Fits torso14 - 22 inches
Fits waist/hips28 - 56 inches
MaterialNylon ripstop
Frame materialAluminum
Number of pockets1
Max. weight (child+gear+pack)60 pounds

REI Tagalong Child Carrier Customer Reviews

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REI Tagalong Child Carrier
 
4.4

(based on 12 reviews)

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (11)
  • Easy use (11)
  • Strong construction (11)
  • Lightweight (7)
  • Stylish (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Toddler (12)
    • Travel (8)
    • Daily use (5)
    • Out & about (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • First time parent (6), Parent of two or more children (5)

    Reviewed by 12 customers

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    Feb

    26

    2009

    (12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Comfortable for me and the boy

    ByPT Outdoorsman

    from Phillips Ranch, CA

    About Me First Time Parent, Medical Professional

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy Use
    • Lightweight
    • Strong Construction
    • Stylish

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Hiking
      • Infants
      • Out & About
      • Toddlers
      • Travel

      Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

      I've taken my son out with this pack nearly 2x/week from the day he could hold his head up. I recently added the sun/rain hood to the pack, and I am as pleased with the accessories as I am with the pack. The boy sleeps soundly even in the rough terrain areas I hike in. He has yet to fuss while in the pack, and I have gone as long as 2 hours straight in it. The matching diaper bag fits well, and as durable as the REI products I've had in the past, I will be logging many more trail miles before his first B-day.

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      (12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

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      Apr

      3

      2008

      (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Stable Platform

      ByTheAnts

      from Yucca Valley, CA

      About Me First Time Parent

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easily Accessible
      • Easy Setup
      • Easy Use
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Daily Use
        • Hiking
        • Infants
        • Toddlers

        Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

        I have carried my son in this carrier for a year and a half. He is now 2 and the carrier has adjusted to his growth. Very stable for him even when doing easy scrambling. Great value for a good product.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        10

        2007

        (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Stylish child carrier w/ good suspension

        BySierraVagabond

        from Fresno, CA

        About Me First Time Parent, Medical Professional

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy Use
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Daily Use
          • Toddlers
          • Travel

          Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

          Overall, very stylish child carrier with good suspension. We used it since our boy was 6 months, and the suspension remains comfortable for the hyperactive 3 year old boy for multi-day backpacking in the Sierra Navada mountains.
          One caveat is that the suspension needs some initial adjustments, but once fitted, it is solid.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          24

          2007

          (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Perfect for little hikers

          Byryball

          from Northern California

          About Me Parent of Two or More Children

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easily Accessible
          • Easy Setup
          • Easy Use
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Toddlers
            • Travel

            Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

            This thing is great, and like all REI branded products, is built to last. My daughter loves this. Hiking with all the benefits and none of the work. I like it because it is WAY less work than trying to carry her when she gets tired.

            It's as great at the mall or around town as it is for hiking. I actually like it better than the stroller.

            It has allowed us to bring her on hikes that would she normally wouldn't have come with us on.

            She is getting bigger now, so I don't have to carry her all the time, but it's nice to have when she gives up. She usually crashes out within minutes of loading her in. hahahhaah.

            I just wish we would have gotten the one with the backpack.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            12

            2007

            (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Versatile and Lightweight!

            ByL3 from MN

            from MN

            About Me First Time Parent

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Lightweight
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

            • Difficult to Adjust Fit
            • Difficult to Setup

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Toddlers
            • Travel

            Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

            We tried various child carriers with a goal of finding one that was lightweight enough to use frequently, was comfortable for our child, and was a good value. The Tagalong suited our needs perfectly. It is very comfortable to wear and isn't weighed down by lots of cumbersome pockets and attachments. It is strong and supportive and I feel confident that our son is safely secured while riding. The only complaint I have and the reason I did not rate this at five stars, is that it is difficult to adjust the fit from Mom to Dad.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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            Apr

            26

            2008

            (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            A mostly great carrier

            ByFarrOutWestMom

            from ID

            About Me Parent of Two or More Children

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy Use
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Toddlers

              Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

              I love the backpack for just trekking across town to the park, and my 2 year old son really loves to sit in it. It's tough and durable.

              My biggest complaint is the sides of the carrier. They go up so high that my poor son's little arms usually just end up sitting straight out from him (they can't go down flat because the sides go up so high and he can't quite get his arms OVER the flap). I tried to adjust it so that he sits up higher so he could get his arms all the way over, but even when I've got him up as far as it will go it's still not enough. I guess that's just how they made it. Overall though it's a great product. The (REI) diaper bag attaches really easily too.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              13

              2007

              (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Best carrier around

              Byfjcruiser

              from Colorado Springs, Co

              About Me A guy who hikes alot, Parent of Two or More Children

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easily Accessible
              • Easy Use
              • My son loves it
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

              • There are no cons

              Best Uses

              • Daily Use
              • Hikings a breeze
              • Toddlers
              • Travel

              Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

              this is the best carrier that I've owned my son is a very big one year old and he loves it when we go hiking very comfortable for us both

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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              Jul

              21

              2009

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great carrier

              ByMRSverret

              from way down south, LOUISIANA

              About Me Parent of Two or More Children

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy Use
              • Lightweight
              • Strong Construction
              • Stylish

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Toddlers
                • Travel

                Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

                The REI tagalong is a GREAT buy. I was a little worried that it might not be as good as kelty but I think it's just as good.
                First of all, I'm 5'4 and small framed(105 lbs) this carrier adjusts to my size well. It's a little frustrating to adjust but that's with any carrier. The seat for the baby is very well cushioned. As far as cushioning for mom and dad there's plenty! Very comfortable to wear and walk in.
                Adjusting the torso is a little time consuming but the levels are lettered so you can easily adjust to your specific fit.
                I would have liked to have gotten the one with the backpack but the mesh pocket will work perfectly for short hikes.
                If you are considering a backpack carrier you should definitely consider this one. The price is cheaper than other carriers out there but don't let that fool you. This carrier is durable, comfortable, and very lightweight. BUY IT!

                • Gift:
                • No

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                Jul

                6

                2009

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Replaced Our Stroller!

                ByAaron

                from Nashville, TN

                About Me Parent of Two or More Children

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Convenient
                • Easy Use
                • Lightweight
                • Practical
                • Strong Construction
                • Stylish

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Out & About
                  • Toddlers
                  • Travel
                  • Vacation

                  Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

                  We bought our Tagalong for our 2nd son when he was 15 months old. It's been over a year now, and we still love it & use it regularly. We bought the carrier to use for an extended vacation, and now it's an everyday replacement for the stroller. Our son feels confined & "below the action" in a stroller. The Tagalong keeps him up where he can see everything and he's so much more content. He tries to get in it regularly. The Tagalong has allowed us to venture & explore some great places with tough terrain, like Rock Island & Fall Creek Falls here in TN, where we otherwise would not have been able to take him. Only issue is his legs/feet will fall asleep after an extended time, so we let him out regularly to stretch. We haven't used the rain hood a lot, but it has certainly come in handy & works great!

                  • Gift:
                  • No

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  Oct

                  2

                  2009

                   
                  5.0

                  Son Loves It

                  BySimple Mtn Guy

                  from North Carolina

                  About Me First Time Parent

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Easy Use
                  • Lightweight
                  • Strong Construction
                  • Stylish

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Toddlers
                    • Travel

                    Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

                    The wife and I took our son for a hike in the NC mountains and we loved this carrier. He was about six and half months and it was our first time using it. You definitely need your child to have good control of their head, but aside from that it supports them great. Our son seemed very content and happy. He did not complain one time and even took a nap for a half hour or so. We had him in it for maybe three hours, stopping for a picnic during that time. So to be fair, our use of the carrier is obviously not extensive yet. But for the first time out it was a complete success and we look forward to getting out again. Also worth noting, it was very comfortable for me as well. Can easily adjust to fit parents of all shapes and sizes.

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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