Kelty K.I.D.S. FC 1.0 Frame Child Carrier

The Kelty K.I.D.S. FC 1.0 Frame Child Carrier has a great combination of features for short hikes and strolls around town—at a great price. Waistbelt torso adjustment offers flexibility for parents. The unique five-point, adjustable child’s harness provides safety for your youngster.

Kelty K.I.D.S. FC 1.0 Features

• Auto-deploy kickstand; five-point, adjustable child¿s harness; no-pinch hinges; and 3M reflective tape add convenience and safety
• Curved, padded shoulder straps; and padded, mesh backpanel cushion your back and shoulders
• Waistbelt torso-length adjustment; padded, adjustable-height child¿s seat; and the lightweight aluminum frame provide comfort for both you and your child
• With under-seat storage, waistbelt storage pocket, and an additional storage pouch on the carrier you’ll always have what you need
• 50-pound weight limit

Kelty K.I.D.S. FC 1.0 Frame Child Carrier Review

First the positive…
I’ve never backpacked before; but I do carry my 9mos old daughter everywhere I go. The standard back and chest carriers that rest on the shoulders just hurt too much. This framed carrier is great and very comfortable. The back padding to excellent and waist belt can pulled extremely tight and also very comfortable with plenty of padding. I’ve hiked several trips now carrying my 20lb daughter, camera, 1/2gal water, and snacks (sum = ~30lbs) for appox. 1-2hrs at a time. The pack/carrier stayed in place and secure the entire time. The frame does a good job transferring all that weight to the hips.
The kickstand is great to temporarily relieve the weight. My baby can sleep comfortably while we hike for hours without straining her neck. The under seat space is more than plenty for mom, dad and the babies supplies for a day hike. Very light weight carrier.

Then the criticism…
The buckles are too difficult to tighten and too easy to loosen. But they stay where they put during a trip.
The under seat storage compartment has a partition that is annoying, it just makes it easier to lose small cell phones etc behind the partition flap.

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