Graco Alano Flip It Travel System Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Flip It Travel System (From Babies R Us) when my son was two weeks old. I wish I could have gotten the turquoise color, but only a yellow/gray pattern was available (haven't seen it on Amazon)- but it's not annoying at least, so its fine. We've had the travel system now for about 6 months.

PROS: Carrier is birth-22lbs (which is what we wanted b/c I don't want to lug around a 30lb baby plus the weight of the carrier). The straps are easy to adjust and our carrier came with two head supports- the smaller one was removed when our son out-grew it, and it has adequate padding. The base is easy to install, can be done with latches and seat belt. The stroller also has two elastic bands with latches to secure the carrier in the stroller.
Stroller is sturdy and has lots of features- easy to use adjustable handle, removable parent cup holder (only one though), big basket, double foot brakes, big canopy. It is easy to fold DOWN, and it is easy to steer ***when the handle is in the normal position***.

CONS: The stroller can not be opened one-handed unless you're a magician- it takes two hands. This isn't a big deal to me because I just open it before doing anything else. The cup holder sticking out on the side gets in the way and sometimes gets hooked on things- but it is removable.
The biggest con is the steering when the handle is flipped! I was excited to use this feature when my son was big enough to sit in the stroller without the infant carrier. I've used it a couple of times now with the handle flipped and I was so disappointed- it is totally useless to push the stroller with the handle flipped. The back wheels are stationary, and when they become the front wheels- trying to turn the stroller is like skidding jammed grocery cart wheels accross carpet! It seems like common sense to me to put "all-wheel steering" on a stroller like this if the back wheels can become the front wheels.

Conclusion- I like the stroller and the carrier- but the Flip-It feature needs to have compatable engineering in the way of movable wheels for it to even be practical or useful.

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Product Description:
This baby travel system is a reversible-handle travel solution that helps you maintain a face-to-face connection with baby.Graco Travel System:Holds a child up to 50 lbs. for years of comfortable strollingDeluxe padded seat with multi-position recline keeps baby comfyConvertible 3 or 5-point harness grows with your childOne-hand, self standing fold closes easily, no bending necessaryThis baby travel system features a lockable front swivel wheels with suspension for superior maneuverabilityReversible, height-adjustable handle allows you to stroll face-to-face with your babyAdjustable parent cup holder works in the forward- and rear-facing positionsExtra-large, drop-down storage basket lets you reach in without disturbing your reclined childZippered pocket on the back canopy for secure parent storageTop-rated by leading consumer magazines and publicationsRigorously crash test to meet or exceed U.S. safety standardsEPS, energy-absorbing foam liner5-point harness helps keep baby secureRemovable infant head support cradles child's head and neckAssembly requiredIncludes instructions (in English, Spanish, French)Color: Brown, Multi, Green, BlueAssembly Required: YesModel No:7R00EMY3Shipping Weight (in pounds): 36.83Product (LxWxH): 27x19.5x40 inchesAssembled Country: USA and/or ImportComponents: USA and/or Import

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