The First Years Magna Light Travel System - Plum

The First Years Magna Light Travel System - Plum Review

Very high quality material, and very comfy for baby.

Harness on carseat and stroller is easy to use and get baby in and out of. Easy to unfasten carseat from base and place in stroller. Easy to move base from car to car. A baby head insert is included, and I used it until my child turned a year old- it kept her neck from falling to the side while she slept. Although the carseat doesn't lock into the stroller, it sits fully in the stroller cockpit and so is very secure.

The stroller is surprisingly versatile- I've taken it on rough dirt paths and it was still easy to push and very stable. The height adjustment feature of the handle was great for my husband and I.

My two tiny complaints are that the tray is positioned really far forward (to accommodate the carseat I imagine), making it not very useful as an on-the-go snack and drink holder, as my child is just starting to be able to reach the area at 1 year (while she's strapped it). Also, the adult drink holder is really small- just big enough for a 16oz water bottle or soda (I always drink from a 20oz so its annoying).

Howver, all complaints are forgotten when you realize that it really IS super lightweight and has one-hand operation: I can hold my child in one arm (or the carseat when she was small) while I fold up the stroller. With a little pull against my hip, the stroller halves lock together. Then I can grab the perfectly located handle on the side and slide it into the back of my car (yes with one hand and no I'm not a weightlifter :). I take it out with the same handle, set it down (it stands up on its own vertically- great for storage and for one handed use). Then a little pull unlocks the halves and a snap of the arm fully extends the stroller and its ready to go!

On a recent trip I borrowed a Graco stroller. I thought the Graco had a better-designed cockpit- my now year-old baby's legs dangled comfortably, and she had great access to the tray, all while being buckled in. Also, the cupholder is larger and can fit more types of vessels. The storage accessibility and capacity is about the same on the two types. However, the Graco was a bear to get into the trunk of my car- the thing was extremely bulky, the halves didn't lock together and the thing laid on the ground like a huge heavy lump that I had to wrestle inside the car- no way I was holding my child doing that!

So. Although the Graco has a few little design features that I like better, I would chose my First Years 100% of the time- the one-handed feature and quality construction can't be beat, and its a great price to boot!

The plum is a great color too- not too flashy, a true, nice looking plum!

The First Years Magna Light Travel System - Plum Feature

• One-and fold and unfold
• Full recline so baby can lay nearly flat
• 5-point safety harness and thick padding provides a comfortable, safe ride for baby
• Accepts the state-of-the-art compass I400 infant car seat
• Adjustable handle, tray for baby and parent tray

The First Years Magna Light Travel System - Plum Overview

The Magna Light Travel System includes the Magna Light Stroller and the Via Infant Car Seat. The lightweight magnesium Magna Light Stroller offers one-hand fold and unfold, full-recline positioning for baby, and weighs just 14 pounds! The "Sedan-Ride" Stroller offers a full recline, smooth ride and looks great on walks around the neighborhood - but at 14 pounds, doesn't strain your back when you lift into the back of the mini-van or trunk. It's one stroller that meets ALL of your needs!

The Via Infant Car Seat will keep your baby safe and secure. It features a multi-beam back frame for added reinforcement and triple-layer padding that will give your baby superior comfort. The Via Infant Car Seat also has deep side wings for side impact protection and a full EPS foam liner. And for mom and dad's comfort, there is a uniquely designed comfort carry-right handle.

Stroller Features:

• One-and fold and unfold...no bending over
• Full recline so baby can lay nearly flat
• "Sedan Ride" four-wheel independent suspension wheel system with metal posts will last for years, push wonderfully, and ride smoothly for your baby
• 5-point safety harness and thick padding provides a comfortable, safe ride for baby
• Stands when folded to protect the cleanliness of the fabric and avoid scratching plastic parts
• Rotating handle for comfortable pushing - for taller caregivers too
• As you rotate the handle down, the person pushing the stroller can move further away from the stroller, helping taller people maintain a comfortable stride length
• Adjustable handle, tray for baby and parent tray
• Metal steering posts deliver high-quality tracking and a smooth push with no "shimmy and shake"
• For children 4-40 lbs.

Car Seat Features:

• Uniquely designed comfort carry-right handle
• Multi-beam back frame to reinforce structure
• Triple-layer
  
  
  

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  *** Product Information and Prices Stored: Aug 22, 2010 21:00:03