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Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier

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    Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier

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    Item # 828439

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    The Osprey Poco Plus child carrier incorporates cutting-edge pack design to create a kid hauler you can count on for comfort, durability and user-friendly features.

    • For the adult, Poco Plus features a ventilated, tensioned mesh back panel, effortless torso adjustment and a wide range of adjustability for the plushly padded hipbelt
    • Your child will enjoy the ride in a soft, ventilated and height-adjustable cockpit; padded, secure shoulder straps feature buckles that attach out of the child's reach
    • Child's cockpit is surrounded by padded framing and features adjustable stirrups for a comfortable ride
    • Drool pad is machine-washable and easy to remove
    • Hydration sleeve behind the back panel holds a reservoir of your choice (reservoir sold separately)
    • Plenty of pockets and a spacious storage compartment make it a simple endeavor to pack and organize snacks, drinks, clothes and other essentials
    • Strong, powder-coated aluminum frame with injection molded hinges stands upright on the ground and folds easily for storage or travel
    • The Osprey Poco Plus child carrier features an innovative, built-in sunshade that quickly folds flat to stow away in a zippered pocket when not in use

      Requirements for your child:
    • Your child must be capable of holding his or her head upright and sitting up without assistance. Usually a child older than 6 months is able to do this. It is a good idea to ask your pediatrician if your child is ready to ride in a child carrier.

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    Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Hiking
    Baby carrier
    External
    No
    23 liters
    1,404 cubic inches
    6 lbs. 15 oz.
    3.14 kilograms
    48.5 pounds
    Yes
    15.5 - 21.5 inches
    26 - 48 inches
    Ripstop nylon/polyester
    Aluminum
    1 external frame
    Yes
    Top
    Top / front
    10
    No
    27 x 13 x 12 inches
    Unisex
    Bag style
    Frame type
    Ultralight
    Gear capacity (L)
    Gear capacity (cu. in.)
    Weight
    Weight - metric
    Max weight (child+gear+pack)
    Adjustable torso
    Fits torso
    Fits waist/hips
    Material(s)
    Frame material
    Number of stays
    Suspended mesh back panel
    Pack loading
    Pack access
    Number of exterior pockets
    Raincover included
    Dimensions
    Gender

    Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier Customer Reviews

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    Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier
     
    4.8

    (based on 26 reviews)

    96%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Comfortable (25)
    • Strong construction (25)
    • Easy use (24)
    • Lightweight (19)
    • Stylish (11)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Toddler (16)
      • Travel (16)
      • Infants (15)
      • Out & about (14)
      • Daily use (8)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • First time parent (18), Parent of two or more children (4)

      Reviewed by 26 customers

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      5.0

      Osprey Gets it Right

      By trekkjv

      from Pinole, CA

      About Me Grandparent

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      Verified Buyer
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      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy Use
      • Strong Construction
      • Stylish

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Infants
        • Trail

        Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

        I have two Osprey daypacks. This Child Carrier is just another example that Osprey has it right when it comes to a design that makes carrying the pack comfortable given the weight it is expected to carry. It also was well thought out in features: sunscreen, pockets for storage, kick stand. Construction is sturdy.

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        5.0

        Love, love, love!!!

        By Hiking Dad

        from Menomonee Falls, WI

        About Me First Time Parent

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

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

          Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

          We purchased this product after our 21 month old daughter had out-grown every other carrier out there. We LOVE the Poco Plus!!!
          It is comfortable for us, and she loves the ride and view from the carrier.
          We have already used this in several state parks, and plan on taking it to Acadia next month.
          This carrier does not compare to anything else we've tried! We have gladly loaned it to several friends who also LOVED it!
          The only tricky part will be collapsing it down enough to fit it into a suitcase...

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          5.0

          Typical Osprey Product

          By Velocity120

          from Alabama

          About Me Parent of Two or More Children

          See all my reviews

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          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy Use
          • Fully Adjustable
          • Lightweight
          • Strong Construction

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Toddlers
            • Travel

            Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

            Well thought out product. Lightweight enough, fully adjustable and stable. I guess for a longer hike the child should be a little older but our 4 1/2 month old girl loves to be in it on real short walks and around the house. Ultra padded and of course the Osprey guarantee is the best. (Not that this product will probably ever wear out like some that would most assuredly get more use). Overall very happy with the purchase. Taking it on vacation this summer.

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            5.0

            Great Baby Carrier

            By binary paladin

            from Las Vegas, Nevada

            About Me First Time Parent

            See all my reviews

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            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy Use
            • Strong Construction

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Infants
              • Toddlers
              • Travel

              Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

              My daughter just turned 1 and we bought this in preparation for a camping trip to Zion National Park. It's a great, great baby carrier. The sun shade is awesome, the unit is sturdy and with an additional daypack can carry a lot. I even put my hydration bladder inside.

              There's almost nothing I don't like about this product.

              A couple notes:

              1. The cell phone pocket on the front isn't going to hold a large smart phone. Keep that in mind. A Nexus 4 doesn't fit and something like an HTC One won't either.

              2. The side belt pockets aren't terribly convenient to get to. They're okay, but not great.

              3. I strongly suggest getting this model over the Premium. The only differences are that the Premium comes with a build on day pack and a changing pad. You're better off getting something like an Osprey DayLite pack which will connect to this carrier and will be useful when not using the child carrier.

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              5.0

              Works very well

              By Ork3st

              from Cypress, CA

              About Me First Time Parent

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              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy Use
              • Lightweight
              • Strong Construction

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Out & About
                • Toddlers
                • Travel

                Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

                We purchased this so when we go to yosemite we can take the little one along. We wanted her to get used to it so we first started going on walks and instead of the stroller we would use this. Its a good construction and is easy to get the kid in and out of. the back pockets work well. We also use it when we go to Disneyland it sounds weird but its way better than a stroller. it makes walking around nicer. I would recommend this to everybody.

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                (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                So happy we found Osprey!

                By MeganMom

                from Denver, CO

                About Me First Time Parent

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

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

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Daily Use
                  • Hiking
                  • Infants
                  • Snowshoeing
                  • Travel
                  • Walking

                  Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

                  I researched every baby carrier out there :) I actually never came across the Osprey until we went to REI to try on the Deuters. We are so happy we found Osprey. The middle of the line bag (Poco plus) gives you just as many features as all of the other brands top of the line carriers (I.e. sunshade, padding, storage). There is a great storage space for the sunshade and it covers the baby so well! There is a big compartment for storage and a few little pockets. It seemed like the only difference between the poco plus an the premium was a detachable day pack...which we didn't not need for $60 extra. I think you can even attach your own day pack to the poco plus. My husband fell while snowshoeing and the baby was snug as a bug. I'm not sure i would recommend for babies much younger than 4 months, but it worked beautifully for our 8 month old. No regrets! I can't wait to use it a million more times!

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                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Great Carrier!

                  By Dive Doctor

                  from San Antonio, TX

                  About Me First Time Parent

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                  Pros

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

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Toddlers
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

                    We use this carrier often on long walks, hikes and even bouldering. We worried that our 8 month old, chunky son would find the narrow seat uncomfortable, but he preferred it over the Deuters. It is lightweight and easy to use once you figure it out. The sunshade on the poco plus is a great feature, we love how easily it slides into place and then tucks back in. The bottom compartment is a great size and in combination with the other pockets holds everything we could need for a day hike. It took some getting used to, but our son loves riding in it now, especially since he sits so high up on my back. The only problem is that my wife finds it slightly uncomfortable because the straps are stiff.

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                    5.0

                    a most useful piece of "baby gear"

                    By HHstitches

                    from just south of the Adirondack Park

                    About Me Grandparent

                    See all my reviews

                    Verified Buyer
                    Site Member

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Easy Use
                    • Lightweight
                    • Many uses
                    • Strong Construction

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Grocery shopping
                      • Infants
                      • Neighborhood Walks
                      • Out & About
                      • Toddlers

                      Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

                      Bought this for my granddaughter when she was about 3 1/2 months old but had good head control. Wrap style carriers and other soft carriers just were no longer comfortable for her or the person carrying her. It is VERY adjustable for the baby and for the parent. Lydia usually falls asleep in it!

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                      5.0

                      Very sweet carrier! A must have!

                      By chuckpaint

                      from Boca Raton, Florida

                      About Me First Time Parent

                      See all my reviews

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Easy Use
                      • Lightweight
                      • Most Durable Baby Carrier
                      • Strong Construction
                      • Stylish

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Infants
                        • Toddlers

                        Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

                        Loved this backpack and my daughter does as well. I have an injured back and carrying the baby on all day events can be very challenging. This pack distributes the babies weight evenly across my body like a hiking pack. Plus there are lots of pockets and a storage pouch big enough to fit all the items in her diaper bag.

                        Osprey = Quality, i have learned, and this purchase was a huge success!

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                        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        5.0

                        Great Child Carrier

                        By Jared Veenstra

                        from Tabernash, CO

                        About Me First Time Parent

                        See all my reviews

                        Site Member

                        Pros

                        • Comfortable
                        • Easy Use
                        • Lightweight

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Day hiking
                          • Infants
                          • Toddlers

                          Comments about Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier:

                          I chose the Poco child carrier because I already have an Osprey pack that I used for hiking and camping which I am very pleased with. I wanted to buy a child carrier from a company that had experience with pack construction with leaves only a few companies which Osprey is one of. I have found every feature to be well thought and perfectly executed. The fit is just as comfortable as their hiking packs and very adjustable (I am 6'4" 230lbs and I have been able to get it to fit just right). The space underneath is enough for a day's worth of supplies. I also got the rain cover and it fits great and packs down small.

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