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Lena Loves… Britax Chaperone

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My love affair with Britax continues.

I first heard of Britax when I was shopping for a convertible car seat. The Marathon just happened to be the #1 car seat in Canada, and with glowing endorsements from just about every store we visited, it wasn’t a hard decision to make.

It’s now almost two years later and we LOVE the car seat – and more importantly – so does Ryder. I became obsessed with communicating sales and special offers to my mommy readers, hoping to get them on board with this awesome brand which is synonymous with safety. Yes, you’ve seen a Britax sale or two featured on this blog.

So it comes as no surprise that I (literally) jumped at the opportunity to review the Britax Chaperone Travel System, which includes the infant car seat and stroller. We selected the beyond adorable Cowmooflage pattern; the perfect unisex design for sweet peas.

Let’s start with the Chaperone infant car seat. Since the arrival of baby Reid, we’ve been using it for just over two months now. The seat can accommodate children between 4 and 30 pounds, and up to 32 inches – which is actually a very impressive range for a starter seat. It features True Side Impact Protection which distributes crash forces, shields from vehicle intrusion, contains the head and body, and keeps the head, neck and spine “in true” or aligned, to limit injury.

The Chaperone also has a tangle-free, 5-point harness system that features No Re-thread Harness Adjustment; essentially you can adjust the harness height without having to re-thread the straps to accommodate your child’s growth. This feature alone was enough to have my husband singing it’s praises, as he suffers from CSIP (car seat installation phobia).

I love the roomy interior and the large overhead canopy. Reid looks comfortable and content, and there’s absolutely no car seat-sandwich appearance that some babies take on when they’re jammed into infant seats. At 2.5 months old he’s still at the lowest harness setting, ensuring months to come of safe and happy usage.

Carrying the car seat is made easier by an ergonomic handle that is shaped to allow a more natural carrying position with less strain on the wrist. At 10 pounds, the car seat is slightly heavier than my previous model, but I’ll take the trade off for the safety features, aesthetics and ease of use.

The Chaperone infant car seat works seamlessly with the stroller, making it one of the safest, most versatile travel systems on the market today. Built in car seat connectors are permanently attached to the frame of the stroller; these connectors rotate up for use with the car seat and are hidden and out of the way for stroller mode.

The stroller accommodates children from 6 months up to 55 lbs (fifty-five pounds? I know some Hollywood celebrities who could fit into this stroller). The seat sports an adjustable, tangle free, 5-Point harness with three harness heights for a snug and secure fit. A 3-position recline with adjustable calf rest offers customized sleeping positions for children (note that there is no foot rest). And perhaps my favourite feature: All-Wheel Suspension provides for a smooth and easy ride.

Seriously, this stroller coasts. You can actually maneuver with one hand while applying mascara with the other (okay, I’m exaggerating a bit). But it is hands down the easiest stroller I’ve ever pushed, and trust me, I’m all about ease of use. You won’t believe you’re steering a full sized stroller – it actually handles like a compact. Walks with Ryder are a pleasure (and bump-free!) thanks to the fabulous suspension and overall design.

And what about folding it away? I’m glad you asked, because it’s a breeze. The Chaperone has an easy two-step, one-handed folding process (which results in the perfect standing fold). It’s so easy I got it right on the first try, which of course says a lot because I’m usually a “let’s break out the instructions” kind of gal.

There’s also tons of storage space thanks to a large basket that is positioned under the seat, which you can get to even if the seat is reclined (a nice little feature that shows Britax has both baby and parent in mind). I’ve taken this stroller on short grocery runs and am happy to report that it can fit four (4) full sized cereal boxes!

All in all, the Britax Chaperone Travel System is just one more stellar addition to an already stocked lineup. I truly believe that it’s a no-fail purchase – from the ease of use and enviable safety features to it’s modern design, you’ll love introducing the trusted Britax name to your baby from birth.

Click here to learn more about Britax.

I know you’ve been waiting for this… one lucky Listen to Lena! reader will win a Britax Chaperone infant car seat and a Chaperone stroller, in your choice of fabric! (Value $530)

To enter, simply visit their website and leave a comment telling us which feature impresses you most about the car seat or the stroller.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment to claim your extra entry. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) “Like” Britax on Facebook
(3) Follow Britax on Twitter
(4) Tweet about this giveaway (here’s a tiny URL for you: http://tinyurl.com/36nfbks)

I’ll draw for a winner on August 31st. Special thanks to Britax, and good luck everyone!

Reader Interactions

Comments

  6. Sandy

    I follow your blog!! I can't even believe you're giving one of these away!! And the most impressive feature?? Up to 55 lbs!?!??! That's like a flipping preschooler!! How insane! I love it!

  7. Margheret

    I have to agree with a previous poster who indicated that the most impressive feature is that Britax stroller's max weight is up to 55 pounds. I'm also impressed by Britax's reputation for quality products providing safety for your "little-treasure" and peace of mind to mom and dad ( especially to moms who tend to worry non-stop about protecting their little ones).Thanks again for another fabulous contest!!

  11. Nancy G

    Thanks for another wonderful contest!Most impressive feature of the Britax car seat is that it is rated as the safest car seat in the world. The top concern for any parent is the safety of their children and I know in my case, I would purchase any Britax product for my children due to Britax's outstanding safety features.

  26. Sara...noH

    Great giveaway! Love Britax, currently looking at getting a Frontier for our eldest daughter. The best feature of the stroller sounds like the suspension system – love the idea of a "no bump" stroll – our current travel system is SOOOOO bumpy I think it keeps my newborn awake!

  31. Sarita

    I have the Britax Marathon and I love love love it! I like the weight and height limits, means you can get lots of use out of it.

  33. Debbie

    What I l ike:Infant Car Seat Compatible Design works with Chaperone Infant Carrier; also works with other major carrier brands when used with complementary Britax adapter strap (Note: adapter strap not required when paired with Britax Chaperone Infant Carrier)mommakoala(at)cogeco(dot)ca

  39. Danielle

    I like the fact that the Britax stroller has All Wheel Suspension for a smooth ride for my little guys.DanielleP at toronto-college-dental dot org

  44. tevange

    I think most husbands have CSIP, so it's usually me who has to adjust the harness. I'm SO excited to see that this car seat elimates that….I think my baby-on-the-way would LOVE this seat, and mommy would be a happy camper!I love your blog!

  45. silverbullet71

    I like the idea of an adjustable height handle on the stroller! I'm not super tall (5'5"), but we had a stroller where I kept kicking the bottom because it was so low! Needless to say, we gave it away for free because it drove me nuts. Strolling in comfort is VERY important!

  47. Amanda Schoonjans

    I love that this car seat has a one handed fold up. I will have 2 in November and plan on shopping with baby in Bjorn and our son in a stroller so this would be a definite plus for me!

  51. Lisa17

    OMG I love this (and I love the pattern you pickes so cute).We went through 2 infant car seats with our first as we just could find one that our son liked and that I enjoyed carrying. We got rid of both and now that we are expecting again we are looking hard for the perfect one. I love that there is the No Rethread Harness Adjustment. That was always such a pain in the butt.Caccia17@hotmail.com

  54. Meg

    Defintely the weight/height limits! Have the Radian and would love to try the Chaperone-tuckersmith32 at yahoo.com

  57. Amanda

    I'm due in 12 weeks and love that the weight limit is so high..Looks like a great travel system. Thanks for the giveaway!amandap122707 at yahoo dot com

  60. Jen

    i LOVE how the stroller has 3 recline positions so a sleepy baby can lie flat…and a diaper can be changed in it, too!

  63. Farah

    you know im a follower of yours and the feature i liked the most is that the All-Wheel Suspension provides for a smooth ride!!!Lets face it who doesnt want the ride to be smooth?!

  65. Jen

    I love that this car seat has the anti-rebound bar and that it has a higher weight limit compaired to other infant carseats.

  75. Laura

    I think the Quick Adjust Harness feature rocks. I hate having to pull on different straps etc so a quick solution is perfect!

  87. pawsnhooves

    Hi over from My Org. Chaos! Great giveaway, Thanks! :)I love that it folds easy and looks very slim folded up! We broke our stroller (which didn't fold well and was very bulky!) in the city last weekend :(

  92. Tricha

    I absolutely love the huge basket on the stroller and the large canopy. I would love to win this stroller because I need one. Not only that, my 4 1/2 yr old can fit in it. what a great contest! I read your blog two, sometimes three times daily.

  115. Annie1

    I love that the stroller has an Adjustable Height Handle so its comfortable and ergonomic for all care givers!I'm quite tall and find stroller handles too short for me!tynancyrobster at gmail dot com

  120. Isha

    I like that the car seat is certified for airline travel – really comes in handy if you're worried about having to hold the baby for a long flight.ishatan at gmail dot com

  125. Sweet Panda

    The feature impresses me the most is the Energy-Absorbing Foam Liner (EPS) absorbs and distributes crash forcessweetpanda2010 at gmail dot com

  135. ekg

    love the Premium Lower LATCH Connectors for a quick and simple installation featuring a push button for easy release. some of these car seats are so difficult to operate. i like that i can take it in and out with ease.

  149. Anita

    I have to say it's definitely the ability to move around so easily with the entire system! With twins, it's all about ease of use!!!

  156. jdnbd8

    This travel system is so cute and I really love the 55lb weight allowance! I'm very excited for the chance to win this, I'm due in November :)P.S. great review!

  157. harris8701

    I did all 4 of these things!FB- Erin HarrisTwitter- Eharris17I have a baby girl that would look so adorable in this!! Love the cow print :)

  176. Lori A.

    Adjustable Height Handle is comfortable and ergonomic for all care givers!! I am 5'11 and my husband is 6'4. The height of the handle has always been an issue!ljatwood at gmail dot com

  181. Emily B

    I like that the stroller has an adjustable height handle. My husband's taller than I am so this is important for us! I also love the big basket!!!ebickell at hotmail dot com

  205. Rachael@Tutus and Tantrumns

    I LOVE Britax! We have two marathons for our older children and with #3 on the way need to get a new infant carrier!I am most impressed that the car seat can hold infants up to 30 lbs…I have big babies and my son outgrew his first car seat at 4 months old!And since my husband and I are both very tall I love that the stroller has an adjustable handle…it is so uncomfortable to have to bend over to push the stroller!

  218. Rakhstar

    I trust anything you say, Lena!I'd love to win this for one of a number of new/expectant mums I know. I guess I'd have to draw for a winner if I won :)

  219. Mandi

    I love that the stroller has such a wide weight range, it makes it handy for babies to toddlers. I LOVE the print and the adjustable handle!

  222. roswell

    I love that the stroller has an Adjustable Height Handle so its comfortable and ergonomic for anyone who uses it and the suspension system is great, a nice smooth ride means no early waking from a napstaceyx at telus dot net

  227. AK

    LOVE the safety features! My boys have all used Britax seats, but in BOY colors.We're adopting soon, and I would LOVE to be able to get our girl a beautiful PINK set! It would be my first pink "gear!"

  230. April

    The one feature that impresses me the most is the side impact protection. Car seat companies are finally seeing how important this feature is and it's about time too.

  236. Carole

    I like the quick adjust on the car seathttp://www.britaxusa.com/learning-center/superior-ease-of-use/quick-adjust-harness

  246. Andrea

    I'm impressed by the One-Foot, One-Motion Brake which saves shoes and feet by pressing single pedal to lock and unlock both rear wheels!andreapaetkau at gmail dot com

  258. carol

    I like that the stroller has a Large Canopy with Visor that blocks wind, rain and harmful UV rays from child's sensitive skin.carolrector(at)hotmail(dot)com

  263. Jayme

    I love that the carseat has both a high safety rating and the easy harness adjustment. Plus the easy fold-up feature on the stroller is fantastic. Great Giveaway!

  264. marlibu

    i love that these strollers are light weight nad i love the designs and features. I also love that its rated the safest car seat.

  271. Momma Such

    Wow, I could really use this with my new baby! The thing about the carseat that impresses me is the Anti-Rebound bar. I have never seen one of these on a carseat and I think it is great! The thing about the stroller that impresses me is the Adjustable height handle. I love that they were thinking about people being different heights when pushing the stroller!raisingmy4sons@ yahoo.com

  272. Lindsey

    I love the three-position recline and of course the large amount of storage under the stroller! Thanks for the awesome giveaway, what a great stroller! This would be so nice to have – I'm due in January and really need a stroller and carseat. Lindseyladyufshalott at yahoo dot com

  284. pam

    What impresses me the most about the Britax car seat is the 5 point harness system, to keep your little one safe!pamfreecycle@gmail.com

  305. Monica

    What's not to love about Britax!?! Aside from the stylish patterns and ease of use, Britax by far wins when it comes to safety! Love it!

  320. Josie.K.

    I LOVE the impact bar idea for safety, the extra padding for child comfort and the no rethread harness for my sanity! haha! ;-DI have two Marathons for my little munchkins, and would love to try the infant carrier and stroller too!

  323. LizaDee

    I love so much about the Britax. I'm due in 8 weeks and been stroller shopping….what a hard decision! Between Bugaboos and UppaBabies and Baby Joggers, it's almost impossible to decide!Love the weight capacities, the multitude of patterns, safety ratings, and many other things about the Britax travel system! Would LOVE to be the winner of this fab contest! Thanks Lena for another great giveaway :)

  337. Roxy

    I love the easy installation of all Britax seats, along with there ruggedness. You know your child is safe when you strap them in. They are by far the easiest seat to install properly.

  377. AmyLynn

    I love that the car sear has a "30-pound Weight Capacity for safety and comfort through the first years." I love the Cowmooflage print (so adorable)!

  410. silverbullet71

    I love how the maximum weight is 55 lbs!! My daughter has always been on the top percentile for both height and weight, so this stroller would accomodate her very well!

  419. Anonymous

    I love the one handed folding of the stoller. There is nothing worse then having to fight to get a stroller closed to get it in the trunk.Katiecouponkatie at hotmail dot com

  420. ZanyMominTX

    I love the range of the car seat, with the weight and height the car seat can be used longer than most seats on the market.absolutau1 at aol dot com

  438. Meghan and Jeff

    I've just started looking at a car seat to replace our infant carrier because the carrier is just getting too heavy for me to carry. I've heard the best things about Britex and totally want one for my son. With all the research I've been doing on carseats I think we'll be doing extended rear facing and Britex has a great range of weight that it allows to do rear facing. I'd love to win this carseat!!!

  461. NancyPower

    for me it's being able to manoeuvre with one hand. My last stroller just didn't want to do that! With a 4 yr old and a newborn it is important for me to have that feature!!makeupkase@hotmail.com

  468. Lisa

    I absolutely love my Britax carseats (have 2 for my twins) and am planning on purchasing another for my baby that is due in Feb. I had to buy a cheapie for a second vehicle and there is just no comparison – the straps are so much sturdier, I love how the guide makes sure you have the chest clip in the right spot. It was super easy to install and I feel like my kids are well protected.My email is bender73 at live dot ca

  486. Robyn - Who's the Boss?

    With an upcoming trip to DisneyWorld with a 5 month old and a six year old, I absolutely love that my 6yo could actually get carted around in the stroller in a pinch. When thos little legs get tired, it will be a lifesaver to be able to have one of carry the baby and push the older (and heavier) child on that very long walk back to the car.

  497. Mama Bub

    I love that the car seat goes up to 30 pounds and 32 inches. I have big babies that outgrow their infant seats very quickly!mamabub at gmail dot com

  526. Tara V.

    Aside from the fact everyone knows the quality of Britax, I love the max weight of the stroller. I also love the level indicator on the carseat.