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How about a brake?Monday, March 14, 2005
First off, this thing is truly the greatest toy my daughter has ever had. She got it for her first birthday, and loves it. Having said that--how about putting some kind of a brake on this thing? She's just starting to walk, and she's climbing all over it. It would be great if it could stay in one place solidly. Also, why doesn't this one have the safety straps, like the Pathfinder does?
But really, this thing is amazing. I'm more hoping that the company will read this and add some braking system, than trying to discourage parents from buying it. Heck, all I have to do is put a stick under the tire and it holds still just fine, I just think it'd be better with a simple brake. It is a safe, tough, well built wagon. I liked this one best.
What a wonderful wagon!Sunday, March 13, 2005
When we were looking for wagons I tried so many of them out in the store. I finally settled on this one because I wanted the plastic for durability and the little flip up seats and seat belts because I was not too sure that my 1 year old would sit still to ride in the wagon. I casually mentioned this wagon and described it to my grandparents saying I was putting it on my son's Christmas list. 2 days later my grandpa called and had found the wagon BRAND NEW at a yard sale for $8.00. Can you imagine that!
My son got it as a birthday gift, and it has remained on of his favorite toys ever. He immediately climbed in it and sat down. We wouldn't have to fasten the straps, but we usually do. I like the fact that he can't fall out of the wagon backwards when we go uphill or if I start pulling it too suddenly. The fact that it converts to a flat bottom wagon also is nice for hauling stuff around the garden or laundry from one end of the house to the other.
We typically keep the wagon in our garage, and I had to move it to the side of the car opposite that of the door to the house because every time I would let my son out of the house to get in the car he would climb in the wagon and cry when I got him out. Every chance he gets he pulls it out of its parking spot and wants to go for a ride. The few times I have brought it inside he has played for hours with it- which for a 1 year old is remarkable.
Steering is a little more difficult due to the handle being atached to the wagon and the tires rotating instead of the traditional design, but that just means it is less likely to tip over. It is light and even fit in the trunk of our volkswagen passat along with a lot of luggage and a few other birthday gifts. I was surprised! We will be taking it on trips to the zoo from now on.
Definitely worth the money- it is an investment that should last for years.
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The Perfect GiftWednesday, January 05, 2005
I bought this wagon for my son this Christmas and he plays with it more than anything else in the house. Even though he hasn't had a chance to take a ride in it outside, he is loving it. He pulls it in front of the TV to watch movies and he is especially fond of the cup holders. I think that this would make the perfect gift for any child. Plus, if I am wanting to do a quick clean up of his toys it has a storage area in the seat that he is more than happy to keep filled.
14 out of 14 people found the following review helpful:
The ULTIMATE wagonSunday, June 20, 2004
I can't begin to tell you how easy this wagon manuvers in the sand and on land. It fits great in the back of my SUV (which is smaller than most)so we can take it to the zoo. I LOVE the seatbelts that keep my busy toddler from climbing out when we are in motion. I searched and could not find any other wagon with seatbelts. I have a big 1 year old and with both he and a 4 year old friend there is plenty of leg room (I was surprised). This is the BEST choice by far. We tried other wagons before buying this one and I LOVE it!!!
56 out of 56 people found the following review helpful:
An awesome red wagonMonday, July 14, 2003
This is one awesome wagon! We looked at the Radio Flyer Pathfinder and the Navigator. The Pathfinder did not have as much legroom in the footwell, or any under-seat storage. My kids are 6 and 2 so legroom and some extra storage are essential. The wagon is easy to pull on grass and pavement. The turning radius is very good if you flip the handle straight up and twirl the wagon around in place. The no-tip feature is great since my 6 year old likes to pull the younger one around, sometimes pretty fast. The door works well, though it is not a child-proof latch. My 2 year old can open the door easily. The cupholders are a nice touch. They hold standard size water bottles, Avent bottles, juice boxes, soda cans, and regular sippy cups. Glass Snapple bottles and wide-bottom Gerber Fun Grips sippy cups don't fit though. Another poster said their Avent bottles don't fit. I wonder if the cupholders have been widened? Our wagon was purchased in May 2003 and hold the Avent bottles easily. The storage bin is big enough for diaper changing items and a few toys. The drain holes are a plus for cleaning or water play. The rubber wheels are quiet and give a smooth ride. The only downside is not having safety straps for the toddler. But he's learned that the wagon doesn't move until he's seated. The wagon fits easily in the back of our small SUV (Volvo XC90)... We get tons of "wow, that's a nice wagon. Where'd you get it?" comments. I highly recommend this red wagon. It's been perfect for our kids.