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Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier
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Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier

Item # 742924

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Pulling double duty, this daypack quickly transforms into a child carrier when your little one gets too tired to walk.

  • Fully functional daypack features a spacious main compartment, two front zippered pockets, two mesh pockets and an elastic cord attachment
  • Unzip the back to reveal a padded child seat and adjustable safety harness
  • Recommend for children who can sit up by themselves
  • Unique design results in zero loss of storage capacity when converted to child carrier
  • Backpanel features 3D Air Mesh lined foam stripes forming a "chimney" effect so air can circulate between pack body and wearer
  • Contoured, padded shoulder straps are lined with 3D Air Mesh fabric for breathability; they feature stabilizer straps for ideal positioning
  • Soft hip pads and belt stabilize and control lateral movements
  • Adjustable child seat features a five-point harness system and an easily used central tensioning system similar to car seats
  • Aluminum stay in adult suspension provides carrying stability in the back system
  • Second stay in child seat supports carrier and provides structure

    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.

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Item 742924

Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeChild carrier
Approximate volume1,850 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric30.3 liters
Average weight4 lbs. 6 oz.
Average weight - metric1.9 kilograms
Dimensions21 x 13 x 11 inches
Adjustable torsoNo
Fits torsoup to 21 inches
Fits waist/hipsup to 46 inches
MaterialNylon/polyester
Frame materialAluminum
Number of pockets2 + main compartment
Max. weight (child+gear+pack)33 pounds

Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier Customer Reviews

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Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier
 
4.0

(based on 4 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (4)
  • Strong construction (3)

Cons

  • Difficult to set up (3)

Best Uses

  • Travel (3)

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Oct

12

2007

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Great for urban trekking

By bfromboulder

from Boulder, CO

About Me First Time Parent

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easily Accessible
  • Lightweight
  • Strong Construction

Cons

  • Difficult to Setup

Best Uses

  • Backup Carrier
  • Occasional
  • Toddlers
  • Travel

Comments about Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier:

We took this pack hiking before taking it on vacation to San Francisco. It took us a while on the hike to figure out the right fit for both our two year-old and the carrier (dad). The load adjusting straps are located inside the pack so getting that just right might require someone else's help. Once we got that cinched up most of load ended up on my hips so hiking was bearable but not nearly as comfortable as our Sherpani as this carrier allowed our toddler to shift his weight over to one side. My shoulders hurt after about 30 minutes.

Surprisingly, walking around the city was much more comfortable. Probably because of the even terrain of sidewalks versus rocky trail, my shoulders didn't hurt so much.

There is plenty of room to hold kid supplies for day-hiking. Love the outside mesh pockets and smaller organizer pockets. It is kind of a trick to get the kid in and out of it though since it doesn't stand up on its own. I prop it up against a tree or something if I am alone.

All in all I would not use this as a primary carrier but for running errands, farmer's market, shopping, and emergency/backup purposes it is a handy pack to have in the back of your van.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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Sep

6

2007

(2 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Nice daypack carrier

By oxymoron

from Boise, ID

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easily Accessible
  • Easy Setup

Cons

  • Unstable

Best Uses

  • Daily Use
  • Toddlers
  • Travel

Comments about Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier:

Great pack for taking the kids around town. The only problem is it doesn't stand up on its own so it's difficult to get the child in and out of unless the pack is already on your back.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(2 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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Jun

7

2009

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
3.0

Not the most user friendly

By mountainsara

from portland, oregon

About Me Nanny

Pros

  • Adjustable
  • Comfortable
  • lots of pockets
  • Lots of straps
  • Strong Construction

Cons

  • Difficult to Setup
  • Hard to reach pockets
  • Not good for small babies

Best Uses

  • Back up
  • Out & About

Comments about Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier:

I am a nanny and the family I work for got this pack. I have used it a couple of times, but the baby (4 mos) is really too small for it still, so that is the first con. Another thing I don't like about it is the pockets are impossible to reach unless you take the pack off...and there's no stand so good luck holding it upright w/ the baby in it while you dig around looking for what you need in the pockets. The last downside is the lack of sunshade. The baby I care for has a hat but because the pack is too big for him, he slides to the side and the hat falls off. All in all I wouldn't recomend this since you'd end up having to carry a separate purse or small bag for your wallet, phone and camera anyway. It might be OK to use around the house and yard. It would be improved by having a pocket on the front straps for small stuff you might need in a hurry.

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Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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May

31

2009

 
5.0

Love it!!!

By makenna

from Oregon

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Easy Use
  • Lightweight
  • My kids LOVE it
  • Strong Construction
  • Stylish

Cons

  • Difficult to Setup

Best Uses

  • Daily Use
  • Infants
  • Out & About
  • Travel

Comments about Deuter KangaKid Child Carrier:

I've had this backpack for 3 kids now! They all LOVE it! I can do work around the house, the yard, hiking, everything with it on! And, the way that it works, the weight is really close to your back, so it's awesome, very comfortable.
I use it almost daily, walking around outside, anytime I need my hands free, even cleaning around the house!
I tried on the Kelty one, and it for some reason really keeps the weight of the baby a lot further from your back, which makes the shoulder straps really dig into your shoulders, as compared to this one, that has the weight pretty evenly distributed from the hips/back/shoulders. Works great as soon as the baby can hold their head up!

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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