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REI Tagalong Child Carrier

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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.

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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)

Reviews

Reviewed by 12 customers

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Feb

2009

(13 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Comfortable for me and the boy

By PT Outdoorsman

from Phillips Ranch, CA

About Me First Time Parent, Medical Professional

See all my reviews

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.

Sep

2007

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Stylish child carrier w/ good suspension

By SierraVagabond

from Fresno, CA

About Me First Time Parent, Medical Professional

See all my reviews

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.

Apr

2008

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Stable Platform

By TheAnts

from Yucca Valley, CA

About Me First Time Parent

See all my reviews

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.

Sep

2007

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Versatile and Lightweight!

By L3 from MN

from MN

About Me First Time Parent

See all my reviews

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.

Sep

2007

(7 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Perfect for little hikers

By ryball

from Northern California

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

See all my reviews

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.

Apr

2008

(6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

A mostly great carrier

By FarrOutWestMom

from ID

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

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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.

Sep

2007

(5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best carrier around

By fjcruiser

from Colorado Springs, Co

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

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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

Jul

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great carrier

By MRSverret

from way down south, LOUISIANA

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

See all my reviews

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!

Oct

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Son Loves It

By Simple Mtn Guy

from North Carolina

About Me First Time Parent

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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.

Jul

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great child carrier

By platinum12

from Dallas, TX

About Me First Time Parent

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Easy Use
Lightweight
Strong Construction
Stylish

Cons

Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Out & About
Toddlers

Comments about REI Tagalong Child Carrier:

I'm 5'6" and 130 lb. My daughter is almost 3 and 28 pounds. I find this carrier comfortable. And my daughter absolutely LOVES it.
The thick straps really help with adult comfort. The shoulder straps are only meant to hold the carrier in place. Most of the weight is to be held by waist straps and not shoulder straps, as the hips can carry more weight than the shoulders.

I bought this used and looks like they made good use. And its still in good shape. So I think it's very durable.

Not taking off any stars for minimum not enough pockets since they have the same carrier with more storage.