Deuter Internal Frame Kids' Backpacks

Your child is ready for a carrier backpack when:

• They can sit upright without assistance
• They weigh at least 16 pounds (6 months old or so)
• Have full head and neck control
• Your pediatrician confirms they can ride in a carrier
• Your child plus the gear in the pack weighs 48 pounds or less

You can use a child carrier for:

• Hiking on light terrain

• Backpacking
• Traveling
• Around town
• Do not use a child carrier for high-speed activities

Child carrier tips

• Never leave children unattended in child carriers
• Do not use child carriers as a chair or place on elevated surfaces
• Check your child's neck and comfort periodically
• To avoid choking, don't let your child eat while riding in the carrier
• Clip a toy to the carrier for entertainment on the trail