RF without tether or FF? Which is safer?

[miscelster]

OK, we just sold our old car, and I just realized that I left that tether thing tied to the back seat of our car, so now our Marathon can't be tethered when it's RF - so, here's my new question - is it safer to put our Marathon RF without the tether or FF, and I can anchor it in with the anchors they provide behind the seat?

REAR FACING!!!

You can order another D-Ring from Britax fairly cheap. But even if you don't, it is still WAY better to have it RF with or without tether than FF in any way.

[kellyotn]

Definitely rear facing. That Britaxes can be tethered RF is icing, most brands do not.

Tethering when FF is a big benefit over not tethering FF, but rear is always best.

What kind of car did you get? I found a spot in my car where I don't need the d-ring thing. Its the metal part that's bolted to the floor for the front passenger seat belt. I just scoot the seat belt over a bit and its perfect! Not all cars have it handy, but some do! (Audi A6).

But, do call Britax and get a new one if needed. Shouldn't cost much.

Here's a site that might give you some ideas.
http://www.angelfire.com/wa3/isakswings/ratetherrf.html

HTH!