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DebbieJ
06-25-2011, 01:54 PM
DS2 is quickly outgrowing the cheapy Evenflo Tribute by height, so we need a new seat for DH's car.

He rides FF in that car (2004 Toyota Corolla) as he sits behind my tall DH. What to get next? I'm thinking a big Britax is overkill since he rides FF. Radian? Nautilus?

He is 21 mo, 27ish lbs, not sure on height, but it seems he is shooting up more and more every day!
o_mom
06-25-2011, 02:31 PM
Evenflo Maestro would be the cheapest long-lasting option. Around $80, very tall harness, 50 lb weight limit on the harness. It becomes a booster, but not a great one as far as lasting or ease of use, but it positions the belt well, IME.

Nautilus is another option, costs more, but a bit plusher, slightly better as a booster.

What seats do you have for both boys in each car now?
DebbieJ
06-25-2011, 02:44 PM
DS1--GN in my car, TB in DH's car
DS2--MA70 in my car, the Evenflo in DH's car
o_mom
06-25-2011, 04:28 PM
How do you feel about DS1 moving to a booster full-time (if he is over 40 lbs)?

At almost 7.5 yo, I would think he could handle it if there are no SNs involved. Then you could move the GN to DH's car for DS2.
DebbieJ
06-25-2011, 04:46 PM
How do you feel about DS1 moving to a booster full-time (if he is over 40 lbs)?

At almost 7.5 yo, I would think he could handle it if there are no SNs involved. Then you could move the GN to DH's car for DS2.

Ooh, good thoughts. He's already using the GN as a booster anyway! DUH!!!!!!

what is an SN? I can't keep up with all the abbreviations! :wink2:
o_mom
06-25-2011, 05:03 PM
Ooh, good thoughts. He's already using the GN as a booster anyway! DUH!!!!!!

what is an SN? I can't keep up with all the abbreviations! :wink2:

Sorry - Special Needs. :)

Well, then I would say go booster shopping!

Monterey? Parkway SG? Turbo's not bad, but if you can get something a bit taller you will be set for a long time. :)
DebbieJ
06-25-2011, 07:27 PM
Sorry - Special Needs. :)

Well, then I would say go booster shopping!

Monterey? Parkway SG? Turbo's not bad, but if you can get something a bit taller you will be set for a long time. :)

Monterey and Parkway SGL are both the same price, so now the deal hunting begins!
bubbaray
06-25-2011, 07:31 PM
Another vote for a booster for your DS1 and passing the GN to DS2.

I have both the PW and the Monterey. DD#1 much prefers the Monterey, but the PW is lighter so its a tough choice.