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

Product Information

Take advantage of kids napping in the carrier. Ours always naps on hikes longer than 3 miles and often we try to time the hike so she gets a nap at the same time. The best child carriers for hiking don’t all seek to reinvent the industry or to take 2-year-olds further than they’ve ever gone before. Some technically advanced models are suitable everywhere except for the north face, while others keep things casual and flood in ample storage space.

Your child will take their first glimpses of the great outdoors on your shoulders. While hopefully, they’ll be taking big steps of their own sooner rather than later, parents don’t have to wait around for their kids to grow up to show them the world. Your life changes when you have a kid, but you don’t have to stop hiking. The Poco LT is built to carry kids for longer distances while keeping you comfortable. Both my wife and I are big fans of the Osprey Poco LT child carrier, and it’s the top carrier we recommend to our parent friends who are looking for a comfy and lightweight carrier. Both my wife and I have been hiking with our daughter Finola since birth. She’s 2 years old now and loves hiking with us. That said, if we’re 6 miles into a hike, she’s as tired as we are, so we’ve learned a few things to keep her happy on the trail. Try jogging or bouncing a bit as you walk. When our daughter gets tired of riding, I start to bounce and she laughs every single time. There is nothing like the fresh air and the hush of the woods to bring a family together, but those little guys can get heavy long before they can walk by themselves. Therefore, choosing the right kid carrier is almost as paramount as choosing the right kid.Be happy and enthusiastic. Kids can read off your energy, so try to stay chipper even when you’re tired. Start small! Do some short, local hikes in good weather and work up to longer hikes as your kid gets accustomed to it. The Poco LT is slimmer and lighter than most other kid carriers. It cuts down on weight and allows you to transport it more easily. It has a UPF 50 sunshade to protect your kiddo and two spacious storage compartments for essentials.

Kids (much like dogs) are a conversation starter for people, so be prepared to chat with more folks than normal. There is no hike that comes without the risk of a slip. In fact, if you keep walking long enough, you’re bound to take a tumble. Make sure your child carrier comes with the proper harness straps and extra splashes of grip that will guarantee your tumble doesn’t ruin the afternoon. Minimum child age for use: 6 months (child must also weigh 16 lbs. and be able to sit up with head upright)

Conclusion

Keep kids interested in the hike by pointing out things on the trail. I point out animals, bugs, puppies, water, or really anything. Each tester said they preferred the comfort and fit of the Poco LT. Both dads said the Poco Plus was still a viable option, but given the choice, they’d choose the LT.