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to ask if anyone has bought/used a Trunki Boostapak (booster seat in backpack)?

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undecidedanduncertain · 05/02/2014 12:12

I've got 3 small DC and I don't drive. We mostly walk, but occasionally need to use taxis. I have lightweight booster-seat, but carrying three of those plus whatever else we need plus holding the hand of the youngest is hard work because they're such an awkward shape.

I have been looking at the Trunki Boostapak It is a booster-seat in a backpack. I thought that the 6yo and 4yo could potentially wear these themselves, reducing the amount of clutter I'm holding.

It's mega-expensive though, especially as I'd need two (and potentially three in the longer term) and I'd like to know if anyone's used it. Is it worthwhile?

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Nathaydn · 05/02/2014 12:16

I have a trunki booster seat for my four year old whilst it really handy thingy to have it us quite big an my four year old struggles with it on his back

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undecidedanduncertain · 05/02/2014 12:47

Thanks Nathay. Maybe I should get one and see how the 6yo goes with that, at least then I'll only be carrying two of the normal ones.

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TreeFuMom · 05/02/2014 12:54

They have them for £24.99 at Halfords at the moment, which is a really good price. I have just bought two!

Amateurish · 05/02/2014 12:54

I have a couple of my two - they are great. Halfords have a deal on - you should be able to get 3 for £70.

TreeFuMom · 05/02/2014 12:54

Cross-post Smile

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undecidedanduncertain · 05/02/2014 12:57

Oh brilliant! Looking at Halfords now...

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RenterNomad · 05/02/2014 13:00

We take ours when travelling. DS didn't have a problem with carrying it at 4. The strsps can be lengthened, though, for an adult to sling on.

leddeeburdee · 05/02/2014 13:00

I've got two. DS and DD are 5 and 6. They are really useful for travelling but I don't think they'd be able to carry them by themselves for any significant period of time as they're quite bulky. I'd still recommend though as they're much easier for us to carry around than two normal booster seats!

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undecidedanduncertain · 05/02/2014 13:01

That's great, thank you very much. I did a Google Shopping Search but hadn't found anything under £40, so that's a huge discount.

They've got them in our local store so will go in at the weekend. Thanks again!

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Amateurish · 05/02/2014 14:25

TreeFuMom - Beaten to it by one second!

jendot · 05/02/2014 18:20

You can get inflatable booster seats, can't remember where I saw them now. But they weren't so expensive or bulky.

Caboodle · 06/02/2014 21:17

I have two - I think a four year old could struggle to carry one (especially if it is full of crayons / toys like ours are) but they are fab - ours have withstood the moving about / kids heavy-handedness very well.

Chippednailvarnish · 06/02/2014 21:32

I love ours, its been around the world and looks like new...

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undecidedanduncertain · 07/02/2014 13:30

I guess even if the kids can't carry them, it would be easier for me to sling three backpacks over my shoulder than it is to grasp three booster seats in my arms!

I had a look at the inflatable ones, but can't really see myself inflating and de-inflating them every time for short journeys. Also, I can't blow up balloons (no idea why not!) so might be unable to do it!

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fairylightsatchristmas · 07/02/2014 13:36

this is timely! We are going abroad in April and was considering getting one of these for DS. Sadly we'll have to fork out for hire for DD as she is only 2 - its 10 euros a DAY!! Thanks for the info- will check Halfords ASAP Smile

TheWomanTheyCallJayne · 07/02/2014 13:39

They're a great size for hand luggage. When I flew I got ds1 to carry it and they put all their ds's and toys in it fort he flight. Then ds3 sat on it in the car.

I've used it loads as I did to drive until December. Murphy four year old can travel it frin but it can hold a fair amount so could be too heavy when full.

Chippednailvarnish · 07/02/2014 13:39

John lewis do them for £30...

TheWomanTheyCallJayne · 07/02/2014 13:40

*didn't drive

LiegeAndLief · 07/02/2014 13:41

We bought them to travel to see my parents in another country. 6yo ds carried his through the airports etc no problem, and I managed dd's relatively easily slung on my shoulder with a rucksack of my own on my back.

Both dcs have proper booster seats with backs at home but we often use them as spares for friends etc, they are very handy.

BobbyGentry · 07/02/2014 13:44

We use ours with our 4 year old, can be used on flights too :) the bag's capacity is rather limited though, & if they need anything from the bag whilst traveling can be problematic.

kippersmum · 07/02/2014 13:54

My DC's age 6 & 7 have them and have done for a couple of years. They are fantastic for travelling & they have never had a problem carrying them. I totally recommend them.

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undecidedanduncertain · 07/02/2014 15:35

Are they quick and easy to fit in the seat? I will have to fit three of them in the back of a taxi while meter is running and trying to keep control of 2yo DC who is less biddable than her older siblings...

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LiegeAndLief · 07/02/2014 15:40

Pretty easy although the bit you attach to the seatbelt can be a bit fiddly.

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