OE Shoulder Hiking Carrier For Child and Toddler with Sunshade and Detachable Backpack by Our Expedition

Best carrier ever
I’ve had the best customer service from OE through e-mail. Always answer within 1 or 2 days max.I got the 2.0 version (this one right here) as soon as it became available in Canada. Received it in 3 days, NO PLASTIC PACKAGING and everything was as advertised.I’m very happy with the modifications they made to the new version. The clips for the shader are much more reliable and easy to manipulate and the new clips for the backpack are positioned in a way that lets you (or someone else) go through the pack without removing it.Everything is super sturdy and feels very durable.It took me 3 tries to find the right setting for me and the configuration possibilities are amazing. You can adjust this thing any way you need. I’m 5’10” and I had to use one pair of extension for the back rods. Contrary to other carriers of this type, women can wear it too as it is easy to move the straps where they need to be.The boys absolutely love it. As soon as I put them on there they are laughing, pointing at things and babbling a whole bunch (they don’t talk yet). The bigger one is a bit on the heavy side and is very tall so it was a bit harder to carry him, especially since he tries to reach for everything he can’t usually reach.The backpack is surprisingly good too. I was expecting a cheap little thing just as a bonus and to fit a couple things but this is a real good day pack that is clearly worth at least half the price of the whole thing.(Maybe offer a more affordable version without the pack for the people who don’t need it?)Plus the matching hats are really a good add-on and are again, surprisingly well made, 100% cotton.The carrier is more than I expected and I don’t regret it one second.I just want to answer the weird 2 star review lower since the owner didn’t answer it.Clearly the person who reviewed it didn’t read the instructions. Looking at the pictures, she is wearing the carrier and the backpack both at the same time. The backpack is meant to hang off the back of the carrier. Of course it would be horrible to wear 4 shoulder straps and 2 belts. I can’t even believe someone would think this is the right way.Also, the belt of the carrier (or any kind of backpack for that matter) has to sit ABOVE your hips. She’s wearing it on her butt…I can also assure you that the kid is absolutely secured. The strap are adjustable and I wouldn’t be scared one second of him falling asleep and not balancing himself. There is no way a kid would fall off of there if strapped in correctly.Her other point was that she could fall and then the kid would be hurt but that’s the case of any carrier of any kind. Not sure what she was trying to say there. Obviously don’t go rock climbing with this but don’t be scared to go hiking. Unless you’re pushing beyond your capabilities I don’t see why you would fall.If you want to compare with minimeis, go check out on youtube the reviews of both OE and minimeis carriers.The channel ”Family life with the pod” has great unbiased reviews that will explain the pros and cons of both products. (Spoiler alert, OE has none)Really, just buy it and try it. I can’t see why someone wouldn’t love it unless they just don’t use it.Thanks OE for the great service and for the little details and features of the product. I’m amazed at the quality you provide.

Good
Used the backpack for a very tall 16 month old (wears 2T), and she loved it. I very much like the fact that she sits above my head. I think that it adds more strain on the back then the style wear the toddler sits lower, but toddler gets a better view, so in the end its all about them.The product is good, though I think its too (busy), too many straps, additions, add-ons, free gimicky stuff. Id much prefer if the carrier was streamlined and only had the essential adjustments.

Ready for the trail!!!
Simply the most confortable and versatile carrier you could ever get!!!! Built quality is remarquable for the price. So much better than having the wheight of your child behind you. I can walk for hours without getting tired. Thanks OE, This is my best amazon purchase so far.

Idea is great, QC is terrible…..
Just received, love the look, the idea as well. But the quality and QC just terrible…. baby’s shoulder strap position plate is not balanced each side, seeing the QC im not sure if i want to put my daughter on it.

I have been meaning to write a review for the Our Expedition baby carrier but I wanted to wait until we had a few adventures in. This photo is how excited my husband and baby were when I got it for his father’s day gift. My baby was 11 months old at the time and fit snuggly at around 17lbs.Since having it for a couple months, we have used it on big trips to Sam’s Club, taking packages to the post office, walking in a mall, and while walking in a big box store. ALWAYS, he thanks Our Expedition for being so comfortable, simple, and for giving us free hands!! It makes carting around a kid so easy with no stroller to drag around. People always compliment and are so impressed. And our kiddo is so content with a great view in a comfy spot that we don’t have to worry as much for any outside danger.Quality: Very nice material. It’s rugged and stitched well. The padding for shoulders and mesh for weather is awesome. The buckles snap cleanly and smoothly together. (There’s even a whistle on one.) The zippers zip smoothly.Features of the carrier and backpack: Speaking of, I really like that the zippers have a bright color- easy to locate. All of the loops and hooks are so helpful. Some of the longer straps have a small band at the ends to roll up and neatly hold them so they’re not flying around. The top front pocket (backpack) with the buckle is so genius. I can toss around a water bottle, kids toy, mirror, lotion- very quick access. There are two main compartments for the backpack. I haven’t used the accomodations for using a water pouch/bladder (camelback) butI’m so excited that we can we when go on hikes!If I am nitpicking for impovements: the way the backpack rests behind the carrier when connected. The connection is very secure but it can sag with a gap between your back and the bag. Maybe some velcro/velcro straps around the poles on the bag to carrier? (Sorry, I’m not very creative.) Or add some reflective tape for night time safety. The instructions to extend the carrier for height are a little hard to visualize so definitely search on YouTube and watch their video on how to extend the carrier for taller people and making sure it is at a good height for the best comfort (if it’s wrong, you’ll feel more should pressure. If it’s right, it’s more evenly distributed to your back and hips. )Anyway, the fold for the carrier is so easy and keeps things thing compact when not in use. It reminds me of how you assemble a tent.Another cool compact item is the sunshade attachment, neatly hidden in the backrest. The straps to tighten whatever is in the water bottle side pockets are so handy- we keep a hand sanitizer bottle in one and it is locked in. There are just so many things we love about it. I could go on and on.Customer service: I was bummed when I tried to purchase one earlier this year but I signed up for a ” contact when in stock list” on OE’s site and bam, they let me know right away and I swooped in! This customer service is amazing. Trust me. It’s worth the wait. Only a couple days ago did my husband realize the extra pieces to extend the carrier were missing- I know they came in the pocket but I was upset because I think I accidentally threw them out. He emailed OE to order the pieces and they’re going to send it to us free. Wow y’all wow.You can feel so much care and genuine heart and mind went into this product. That’s why it is so wonderful.I’m planning to buy more of these for my friends and family. Can’t wait for another release.(Also, so sweet for the twin hats surprise. My family loves them.)May I suggest writing out “Our Expedition” when selling on Amazon I’ve heard some people have a bit harder time finding the carrier.Thank you for reading my novel. Now get on the list to know when they’re available again!!!!

Un très bon produit et les fabricants répondent aux questions.Il ne lui manque que 2 points à mon avis :- un sac à dos ne tombant pas sur les fesses (bon OK je suis petit) avec un système d’attache légèrement meilleur.- un système pour tenir la tête de l’enfant quand il s’endort… A priori ils font des essais mais ils n’ont pas encore trouvé la bonne recette.

Super light compact, very comfortable to carry a child in it. Included Backpack also very good.