Britax Decathlon Convertible Car Seat Huntington Review
We had trouble installing this in my Honda Civic. You can’t install it properly in the middle of the back seat (like we had done with our Chicco Keyfit 30), so you have to put it on the passenger side of the back seat (so you can see the baby), and the seats are pretty deep. The fireman had to use 3 pieces of swimming noodle to get it to the proper angle, which is important so your baby’s head doesn’t fall forward if he or she falls asleep, as sleeping like that can reduce oxygen levels in the blood.
Britax Decathlon Convertible Car Seat Huntington Feature
- 5 point harness with patented Floating HUGS system and 4 harness heights
- Built-in lock-off clips, Versa-Tether & Safe Guard LATCH Connectors
- EPS and Comfort Foam for safety and comfort
- Rear and forward-facing recline
- Rear facing: 5 to 35 pounds. Forward facing: At least 1 year old and 20 to 65 pounds
Britax Decathlon Convertible Car Seat Huntington Overview
If you like the legendary Britax Roundabout and Marathon, you are going to love the Britax Decathlon convertible car seat! The Decathlon has been designed to take our renowned focus on safety, comfort and convenience a step further. Unique features including the sculpted base, push button release LATCH system with patented Versa-Tether, and built-in vehicle belt lock-offs make a tight installation in your vehicle quick and simple. The tangle-free polyester 5-point harness and push button harness adjuster help you to effortlessly secure your child every day. Achieving the ultimate in luxury and comfort, the Decathlon offers a 3-position crotch strap, patented HUGS system, belly pad and a plush & washable seat cover. The removable toddler head pillow and infant positioning system for newborn babies provides a comfortable, adjustable fit as your child grows. The Britax Decathlon is the ultimate convertible restraint for children.
Features:
- Patented Versa-Tether
- Comfort foam and EPS protective foam
- Removable, washable fabric cover
- Tangle-free, polyester, 5-point harness
- Flexible push-button LATCH system
- Infant Positioning System pillows
- Push-button harness adjuster
- One-hand recline adjustment
- 3-Position buckle strap
- Rear Facing: 5 lbs. to 33 lbs.
- Forward Facing: 1 year and 20 lbs. up to 65 lbs.
Britax Decathlon Convertible Car Seat Huntington Specifications
Britax International has been manufacturing innovative, industry-leading child products for over three decades. Their dedication to safety, comfort, and convenience is certainly apparent in this convertible car seat. Parents will love being able to effortlessly secure baby in the Decathlon, and the peace of mind that comes with Britax’s renowned attention to safety standards. Baby will love that the Decathlon is comfortable from day one, and adjusts to stay that way as baby grows.
Safety first is a good rule of thumb, and one that Britax certainly heeds. The Decathlon offers features you might find on many other car seats, such as convertibility, a five-point harness, and the LATCH system. But Britax went above and beyond the norm when creating the functional and fashionable Decathlon car seat.
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| One-pull harness strap adjuster makes for a quick, easy, and snug fit every time. |
The five-point harness system is made with strong polyester webbing, fits snugly over baby’s shoulders, collarbone and hips to provide a secure fit, and the straps are designed to remain tangle free. A patented “floating” HUGS (Harness Ultra Guard) system better distributes the webbing loads, reducing head movement and minimizing harness irritation on baby’s neck in case of an impact. Plus, HUGS reduces the chance of improperly positioning the chest clip. There is also a three-position crotch strap on the Decathlon that can be adjusted as baby grows, keeping the seat as comfortable as it was on day one. This is especially useful for toddlers who are consistently at the top of the growth chart.
Located near a vehicle’s seatbelts, factory installed anchor points provide a secure and easy LATCH connection. In conjunction with this push-button release system, the Decathlon also offers Britax’s Versa-Tether®, an anchor aid that works both rear- and forward-facing and prevents the seat from tilting in the event of an impact. The Versa-Tether® fastens the top of the car seat to factory installed automobile anchor points, minimizing the possibility of a head injury.
But wait! There’s more! Whether your vehicle is LATCH compatible or not, the Decathlon provides built-in lock-off clips that keep the seat tightly in place when using only traditional seatbelts for installation. There’s a simple handle pull that allows the car seat to be easily reclined. The one-pull harness strap adjuster makes for a quick, easy, and snug fit every time. Newborns are guaranteed a smooth ride thanks to an infant positioning system, comfy padding, and belly pad. Older children will appreciate the removable toddler head pillow and soft fabric cover, which is removable and washable. The Decathlon is Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213 compliant, making it approved for airplane use as well.
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| A simple handle pull allows the car seat to be reclined when rear-facing. |
The Decathlon’s versatile, sculpted base means it will easily fit in almost every car, and can be positioned correctly every time. The car seat measures 19.5″W x 25.5″H x 24″D and weighs 20 pounds when empty. Since car seats are mandated by law, it’s nice to know that Britax is at least making the decision simple. The Decathlon is comfortable for baby on long drives, easy for parents to work when running everyday errands, available in a range of colors and patterns, and, most importantly, safe!
Comparing Britax Car Seats
If you’re debating between the Britax Decathlon and the Britax Marathon, there are two differences. First, the Decathlon offers additional padding for newborns with an infant positioning system. Second, the Decathlon has an adjustable three-position crotch strap, making it more comfortable for toddlers consistently at the top of their height percentage.
If you’ve narrowed it down to the Britax Decathlon and the Britax Boulevard (which have the same weight and height capacity), here are a few differences to help you decide. The Boulevard does not have the adjustable crotch strap or the no-thread shoulder strap harness adjuster. However, the Boulevard does feature Side Impact Protection (SIP) with the addition of supportive ‘wings’ in the headrest.
*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Jul 13, 2010 06:07:23
