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Kelty TC 3.0 Transit Child Carrier | 
| Brand: Kelty
Category: Sports
Department: unisex-adult
Buy New: $130.84 - $179.95 (On sale from $179.99)
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Sales Rank: 7078
Color: Red
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6
Dimensions (in): 12 x 21 x 12
MPN: 20080032
Model: TC 3.0
ASIN: B001M0NRPM
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| Features:
| • | Transit child carrier with adjustable seat and fully padded frame | | • | Ventilated back panel wicks moisture away from the body | | • | 5-point adjustable safety harness; adjustable, padded shoulder straps | | • | Zip-off diaper bag; changing pad; mesh water bottle pockets | | • | 40-pound weight limit; measures 12 x 21 x 12 inches (W x H x D) |
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Product Description
A fully-loaded transit carrier ideal for travel to and from your destination, in and around town, and light hikes.
Amazon.com Product Description
Comfortable, sleek, and easy to use, the Kelty TC 3.0 transit child carrier is an ideal accessory for parents on the move. The TC 3.0 is a great fit for kids, with an adjustable seat, a fully padded frame made of breathable fabric, and custom fit leg straps in the cockpit. As a result, your child won't chafe whether you're strolling through the grocery store or hiking through Yellowstone. 
The TC 3.0 includes a sliding torso-adjustment mechanism on the back panel. | The carrier is comfortable for you, too, thanks to such suspension features as a ventilated back panel that wicks moisture away from the body and padded shoulder straps that adjust to fit all shapes and sizes. Perhaps the most important feature, however, is the five-point adjustable child's harness, which offers unparalleled security for your youngster. Parents will also love the variety of handy extras, which include a sun/rain hood to protect your child from the elements, a changing pad, toy loops, a zip-off diaper bag with shoulder straps, an organizer pocket, and mesh water bottle pockets. Other features include a sliding torso-adjustment mechanism on the back panel; a one-layer, curved waist belt; a waist belt storage pocket; load-lifter straps; carry/lift handles; a sternum strap; and an auto-deploy kickstand with patented No-Pinch hinges. Specifications
- Torso fit range: 11 to 19 inches
- Load limit: 40 pounds
- Body fabric: 450-denier poly/brushed nylon
- Dimensions: 12 by 21 by 12 inches
- Volume: 1,700 cubic inches
- Weight: 5 pounds 13 ounces
About Kelty
Kelty has been building affordable, reliable outdoor gear since 1952, helping everyone--from the first-time camper to the experienced mountaineer--embrace the outdoor experience with confidence. Dick Kelty launched the company after years of making backpacks in his home or garage for friends, hand forming and welding each of the frames while his wife sewed the pack bags. The original Kelty packs included aircraft-aluminum contoured frames, padded shoulder straps, waist belts, clevis-pin attachments, nylon pack cloth, zippered pockets, and hold-open frames. Dick Kelty quit his carpentry business in 1956 to focus full time on Kelty Packs, and turned an old Glendale, California, barbershop into his first retail store and factory. In the ensuring years, Kelty expanded its product line to include daypacks, luggage, waterproof clothing, child carriers, jogging strollers, and more.
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Top quality and a life saver in airports. July 13, 2010
laura
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I used this product for almost two years with my first boy and I can't wait to use it when my new little one arrives. This was fantastic because unlike many of the products that are similar made by baby companies, kelty is a long standing hiking, backpacking and camping company. That means they have taken all of the weight distribution methods used in their backpacking products, so my 30 lb one year old was easy for me to carry at 5'2" and we just adjust the lumbar support to fit my husband at 5'10". The lumbar support works just like a high end back pack or ruck sack that distributes the weight of your pack and baby to your hips, not your lower back or shoulders, making it a comfortable ride for all. Even my dad with his sciatica said his back was fine carrying my son around in this when he tested it. The padding and sun protection for baby is great, especially when heading to the park or the zoo. My son loved riding on mommy or daddy and I loved that I didn't need a separate diaper bag. Where this product was truly worth every penny was in the airports. My husband and I are both active duty and we do allot of traveling, frequently alone with baby. This made getting on and off a plane with a wiggly, unstable 1-2 year old easy because they just ride on your back through the airport or more importantly as your are boarding the plane once you are forced to check your stroller at the gate. You are hands free and able to carry that juice cup, bottle of water and car seat or baby essentials while kiddo is riding happy on your back. The best part is there is plenty of room for all your baby gear and a change of clothes for you and baby in case you get stranded somewhere WITHOUT NEEDING A SEPARATE DIAPER BAG OR CARRY ON. This is hands down one of the best baby products I have ever bought. If you're not sure you will ever use it outdoors, just go with the 2.0, same product just no rain or sun shades. The fact that the outer backpack can separate while baby is still riding on your back is also a huge plus, so you don't always need the whole backpack to come off. The only minor complaint is the diaper changing pad that comes with it is tiny, so you may want to grab some disposable ones to take with you, but I just took the one that came with my normal diaper bag. Hope this helps!
Highly recommended for light to medium hikes or city walks January 31, 2010
CY (Hong Kong)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
My wife and I are hiking enthusiasts and we've bought this item after reviewing a lot of similar products in the web. We have not a single moment disappointed. In fact, we have been asked multiple times where we can find this bag that can contain our son so happily!
Pros:
My son has been travelling in it since he can sit up at 3 months. We have been to hiking, groceries, city walks and even short bike rides (although strongly discouraged by Kelty). The adjustment with the torso and child seat is a must if you are really serious about using a child carrier (which is not a/v in the TC 1.x versions). It fits my son very securely and so comfortably he is always happy to be straped inside it. When I expect my son would get tired in long walks I would put him in a lower seat level so when he falls asleep his head won't be left with much dangling.
I have no regrets getting his 2008 model although the new 2010 TC3.0 model is out already. The new 2010 model with its foot piece may help in loading the child when an extra hand is needed for a small child without much control of his legs. But my son (and me) now gets so much used to the bag they seldom get caught. The big plus with this 2008 model is the satellite pack, with an extra 300 cubic inches of volume to its 2010 counterpart. This space really make the difference when you're expecting a lunch outdoors. What's more, the satellite pack serves as the child's own pack so whenever he wishes to walk by himself, I'd make him share the responsibility of carrying his own diaper load. No wonder this $30 cheaper 2008 model is going fast!
Cons:
My only negative comment is the cord holding the child mirror can get caught quite easily. I had the mirror slipped out a few times in the first week of use and eventually I broke my mirror while hurrying to get my child down for a diaper change. So I'll recommend tie a superdouper secure knot to prevent it from slipping free, or better still, use a elastic sling instead of the provided cord so the mirror doesn't easily get caught while mounting your child up and down.
 Compact but heavy. January 6, 2009
MT Mommy (Bozeman, MT)
0 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is a nice compact pack, but it's also very heavy. I weigh 110, and am able to carry it with my 25 pound son, did a 5 mile hike up a mountain this summer and was whiped out when I finally reached the top. The rubber base adds a lot of weight. The canopy/ position of the seat also makes it hard for your child to fit underneath the canopy. It's a good pack, but be prepared to pack on some extra pounds!
My son loves it! May 14, 2008
Nicole Francis (Ohio)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
This pack turned out to be everything I thought it would be. I got it to carry my 14 month old in and he loves being in it. Although I haven't had a chance to use it on a full-out backpacking trip or anything, it does great for day hikes and doing work around the house. It took me a few trips to get all the settings to be the most comfortable, but once I got them set it was great.
My daughters love it! May 11, 2008
J. Dilling (NJ USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I bought this pack for a trip to Disney World with my 2 daughters (10 months and 2 years.) Both of my girls loved being carried in this pack. They love being up where they can see. My kids like to ride on my shoulders in a crowed. This was way more comfortable!
The sun cover worked great and stows away easily when the sun goes down. My 10 month old was so comfortable she took daily naps in the pack. We did need to keep adjusting her head so she looked comfortable. The mirror was a great way for me to see how she was doing. The pack was comfortable to wear even when towing my 30 pound 2 year old.
I carried my daughter right into the plane and stowed the backpack in the overhead compartment. This is an innovative, well made product. This company knows backpacks! I would definitely recommend this backpack to a friend. It is great for trips where lots of walking is inevitable.
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