Osprey Poco LT Unisex Child Carrier Blue Sky - O/S

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As we touched on above, one notable upside is that the Kid Comfort Active is available in a women’s-specific variation, but otherwise we think the Poco Plus is the more well-rounded choice. The Osprey Poco LT is a unique product and could be the perfect fit for your travelling family which would make it a great value. Child comfort is essential and can make the difference between a fun-filled day and a lesson in frustration and patience as your child struggles to get cozy while they're along for the ride. However, this is suited for a shorter frame/torso, it sit maybe 4 inches below my bra strap rather than on my hips. For the cockpit itself, cushioning along the interior is also quite good, including padding along the back, sides, and a fairly generous front drool pad.

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The only reason we gave an edge to the Osprey Poco in the ratings is that the lighter weight stainless steal frame used on the Osprey Poco LT is new and we haven’t witnessed it withstanding the test of time and use. Have a look at the Osprey Poco or Osprey Poco Plus full reviews to read more details on the best designed sunshade on the market. The large zippered lower compartment is accessed from behind, but there is also a zippered hipbelt pocket on one side and an easy-access stretch-mesh pocket on the other to keep essentials close to hand. This meant that it tugged a little on my shoulders, pulling my centre of gravity backwards and making it feel uncomfortable after only a short walk. The value is definitely there for a family looking for these unique and high quality features offered by Osprey in this model.Likewise, if you’re going to travel with it, you may want something more compact, which is easier to transport. It is also not optimal that the sunshade collapses in the main compartment as it’s hard to pack unless you deploy the sunshade beforehand. You must adjust the cockpit while the baby is out of the pack, and some were harder than others, thanks again to the super Velcro involved. For those wanting a women’s-specific fit, Deuter offers the Kid Comfort Active SL, which fits smaller torsos and has narrower shoulder straps.

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In addition, there are cutouts in the foam on the shoulder straps, and a lightweight mesh-like fabric covers both the hipbelt and shoulder strap padding. It has a UPF 50 sunshade to protect your kiddo and two spacious storage compartments for essentials.

My wife and I are pretty similar in height (5’7” and 5’9”) and torso length, but we still went through the resizing process each time we traded off because it was so easy and quick. Children up to 18kg can be safely strapped in with the harness and the dual access allows you to load your child from the top or the side panel opening.

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This is important as carrying +15 kg on the shoulders alone is a nightmare, but bearable (no pun intended) when some of the weight gets distributed on the hips instead. Osprey’s Poco Plus is a premium and well-built child carrier pack, but our favorite design this year is Deuter’s Kid Comfort. The seat height secures with Velcro, and making adjustments means cramming your hands into small pockets, and ours came away scraped every time. Not only can it be used for rainy conditions but, also can protect your child from the wind and cold.

A removable drool pad allows you to wash as needed, cord attachment loops keep toys and pacifiers within reach and a built-in sunshade protects your child from the sun's rays, giving you peace of mind while adventuring together. In addition, both baby backpack carriers include load lifters for an even better fit on the shoulders. Plus, it adjusts to fit your kid as they grow, and the back panel adjusts on the fly to fit either parent. The child essentially uses the side mesh panels as a hammock to rest and secure their head when they nap.