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Recaro Young Sport Convertible Car Seat Review

mark — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 19:48:58 +0000

The Next and Last Step in Child Seat Safety

Recaro knows that a lot of parents have purchased an infant car seat with small capacity, usually with an upper weight limit of about 20 lbs. From there, the child needs a great safety seat to carry her until she’s big enough to go it alone. The Recaro Young Sport is designed for this purpose.

Recaro Young Sport Convertible Car Seat

At the core, this seat is a scaled down version of the seats Recaro builds for use in racing vehicles, with extra touches for the specific needs of growing youngsters. Those genetics include an ultra-tough flexible shell that absorbs impact energy, the patented EPS foam lining that all the highest rated seats in the industry feature, and deep side wings that offer enhanced side impact protection. The seat is loaded with plush foam that increases safety and makes for one comfortable ride. The head rest is adjustable, plush and padded, as well. The seat tilts back to multiple positions. Too bad they don’t offer an adult version of this product! You might be tempted to drag it into the house and replace the recliner! When your child outgrows the five-point safety harness and seat, usually at about 40 lbs, simply remove them and the Recaro Young Sport becomes a forward facing booster.

Recaro Young Sport Size & Weight Recommendations

This seat is forward facing only. From 20 to 40 lbs use the harness system. Beyond that, the booster is rated safe up to 80 lbs or 59 inches in height. Use the same components that keep racers safe for your Young Sport, and having them looking good in Midnight Desert, Charcoal, or Ebony.

Recaro Signo Convertible Car Seat Review

mark — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 19:48:42 +0000

Tested Technology in Every Detail

The design engineers at Recaro have honed their skills designing safety seating for race cars, commercial vehicles, and off-roaders. Their products are used in many of the top racing circuits in the world. That’s not a bad resume for the people who make the next car seat you entrust your child to.

Recaro Signo Convertible Car Seat

The transition to convertible car seats like the Recaro Signo is seamless. The values are the same, whether designing a chair for a 160 mph road racer or crafting the Signo. It begins with the best structural materials they can develop, fashioned to withstand, absorb, and deflect impact away from the child. Side impact occurs in 25% of accidents, but accounts for more than 30% of serious injuries. The Signo features patented Side Impact Protection, including energy deadening foam, that has been proven to reduce injuries dramatically. The harness is rated to an industry-leading 70 lbs, and the top tether provides additional reduction of forward movement. This seat is a step up in convenience from the Recaro Como, and features infinite head rest adjustment without rethreading. We understand this description sounds like it’s being read off of a racing seat spec sheet. That’s the point. The technology and commitment to detail are much the same.

Safety first, but comfort is not overlooked, either. The unique head rest adjustment knob allows for a customized comfort fit every time, and the reclining seat offers multiple positions for multiple moods, attentive to tuckered out.

Recaro Signo Size and Weight Recommendations

The rear facing limits are 5 to 35 lbs, while forward facing accommodates children 20-70 lbs. Safety and comfort can be attractive, too. The Recaro Signo is offered in Cappucino, Carbon, Midnight Desert, and Raspberry.

Recaro Como Convertible Car Seat Review

mark — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 19:48:31 +0000

This Company Understands its Business

Recaro is a company known for safety. They make seats and harnesses that keep race car drivers secure. That wealth of technical knowledge is focused on the child safety seat business, using their acquired skills to keep children protected in the event that something goes wrong. Superior materials are integrated with high quality safety engineering to create a secure zone for your child in the Recaro Como Convertible car seat.

Recaro Como Convertible Car Seats

Everything you would expect is here, from a tethered latch position keeping the car seat stable, to an adjustable 5-point harness to keep your child stable, too. The harness transitions to five positions by rethreading the straps. Of special note is the Recaro Side Impact Protection built into the seat with sturdy side reinforcement. Plenty of padding in the headrest, seat and side cushions add safety while increasing comfort. The cover material is soft microfiber which resists moisture and may be wiped with a damp cloth or removed for thorough washing.

Recaro Como Size and Weight Recommendations

Newborns of at least 5 lbs ride safely in rear facing mode to 35 lbs. At 20 lbs you have the option of facing them forward, where they are safe all the way to 70 lbs, and that’s greater capacity than most rear-to-forward convertible seats on the market. The extended limit reduces the need for an in-between booster chair. Keep your little speedster safe and sporty in the Recaro Como with these racy fabric designs: Midnight Desert, Raspberry, Sky, and Crimson are the sporty color choices for the Recaro Como.