Chicco Cortina Travel system- Discovery

Now that I’ve used the Chicco Cortina Travel System-Discovery, I feel I can give it a better review. 

So, we have the Chicco.  I really, really had my heart set on getting the Baby Jogger City Elite, but it wasn’t recommended for babies until over a month old…we had a preemie…and a lack of funds (and gift cards for Babies R Us)…so, we had to go with practicality and pick something out from Babies R Us.  I also decided to get the jogging stroller when we have kid #2 (we want to have the kids close in age).  It just makes more sense.

I did my research, perusing through the different types of strollers, reading reviews, the whole thing.  And everything pointed toward the Chicco Cortina. 

My husband and I went and tried them out, trying to get a feel.  We both really liked the Discovery.  Let me just say that pictures really don’t do it justice.  Pictures make the green parts of the stroller look like mud, when it reality it’s a really bright, fun color green.

Pros of the Chicco Cortina Travel System:

• attractive and contemporary.  I love the green coloring.
• relatively easy to put together
• EASY to fold and un-fold.  I can do it with one hand.
• compact for a travel system.  I have to fit it in my Altima…and I can fit it AND my stepson’s scooter.  I’d say that’s pretty good.
• easy to steer
• smoothe ride (I take the baby for lots of walks)
• so far pretty durable
• good consumer ratings
• cheaper than a lot of fancy shmancy brands and just as effective

Cons of the Chicco Cortina Travel System:

• when the carseat is on the stroller, I can’t access the storage basket.  This is kind of annoying.  However, I can easily put my bag around the handles of the stroller, which is what I do. 
• I can’t attest to this…but some people complain that the stroller doesn’t sit upright enough for their toddlers.  I’ll have to see about that.

Here is my butterball in his ride…

Peg Perego Travel System

Peg Perego P3 Travel System with Free Diaper Bag – Papaia

Peg Perego P3 Travel System with Free Diaper Bag – Papaia

Specifics:

 Ergonomic, adjustable handle

  Adjustable crotch restraints on both seats

  One touch quick release wheels

  Solid steel axles

  Two pockets sewn into lower parcel tray

 Redesigned, sleeker looking canopy

 “Peek-a-boo” window in the canopy

 Pouch in canopy for cell phone, etc.

 Reclining seat on the doubles kit*

 Locking straps to hold stroller closed

  New easy on & off grab bar

  Lightweight frame weighing only 24 lb

 Smooth ride swivel or fixed front wheel

 Inflatable tires

  Single action, dual-rear brake

 Tough, washable, & waterproof fabrics

 Compact & easy to fold

  Max load: Single position, 55lbs; single & toddler, 88lbs (33lbs double kit in rear)

  Dimensions: 24″ wide; folded: 36″ x 23″ x 11″

  Meets ASTM and EN Safety Standards

Graco Stroller Recall

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10115.html

Graco Recalls Strollers Due to Fingertip Amputation and Laceration Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Graco’s Passage™, Alano™ and Spree™ Strollers and Travel Systems

Units: About 1.5 million

Manufacturer: Graco Children’s Products Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.

Hazard: The hinges on the stroller’s canopy pose a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is opening or closing the canopy.

Incidents/Injuries: Graco has received seven reports of children placing their fingers in the stroller’s canopy hinge mechanism while the canopy was being opened or closed, resulting in five fingertip amputations and two fingertip lacerations.

Description: This recall involves Graco Passage™, Alano™ and Spree™ Strollers and Travel Systems with the following model numbers and specific hinge mechanisms:

Model Numbers
6303MYC, 6303MYC3	7240DNB, 7240DNB2 7240MKL2, 7240MKL3	7F02GLM3
6320IVY, 6320LAU	7241DDH2, 7241DHO3	7F04TAY3
6330CAP, 6330THR, 6330THR3	7255CLP, 7255CLP2, 7255CRA2, 7255CRA3, 7255CSA3, 7255GPK3, 7255GRN, 7255GRN2, 7255JJB3, 7255ORC2, 7255WLO2, 7255WLO3	7F07EMA3
6F00QIN3, 6F00RRY3	7256CLO2, 7256SPM2, 7256SPM3	7F08DSW3, 7F08LAN3
6F03GLN3	7260BAN, 7260BAN2, 7260BAN3, 7260MRA2, 7260MRA3, 7260PKR, 7260PKR2	7G00DLS3, 7G00DLS4
6G10CSE3	7270BIA, 7270BIA2	7G01CRL3
7235GGA, 7235GGA2	7E01JON2, 7E01JON3	7G04KRA3
7236CDR2	7F00LPE3, 7F00RSH3	7G05GPR3, 7G06WSR3
7237HOL2, 7237HOL3	7F01FOR3	7G07ABB3, 7G07BAT3

Graco manufactured two different styles of hinge mechanisms for these stroller models. Only strollers or travel systems with a plastic, jointed hinge mechanism that has indented canopy positioning notches (see photo below) are included in this recall. The recalled strollers were manufactured between October 2004 and February 2008. The model number and manufacture date are located on the lower inside portion of the rear frame, just above the rear wheels.

Sold at: AAFES, Burlington Coat Factory, Babies “R” Us, Toys “R” Us, Kmart, Fred Meyer, Meijers, Navy Exchange, Sears, Target, Walmart and other retailers nationwide from October 2004 and December 2009 for between $80 and $90 for the strollers and between $150 and $200 for the travel systems.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Graco to receive a free protective cover repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Graco at (800) 345-4109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.gracobaby.com

Chicco Adventure Cortina KeyFit TS

Chicco Adventure Cortina KeyFit TS

• Cortina Travel System with 22 lb. Key Fit Infant Seat
• Unique “Memory Recline Seat-Multi-position
• Memory Recline seat remembers the last position seat was in when stroller was folded
• Convienient one-hand fold
• Multi-position leg rest and flat recline
• Linked one touch rear brakes and all-wheel suspension
• Reversible laminated canopy
• Ergonomic height adjustable handle grips-Parent’s and child’s trays
• Shopping basket accessible when seat back is fully reclinedKeyFit Infant Car Seat (22 bls)
• Absolutely the Easiest Car Seat to Install
• Seat interior lined with EPS energy absorbing foam for improved impact protection
• Large seat provides ample room for infants up to 22lbs
• Newborn infant insert provides substantial padding for improved fit and comfort for smaller babies from 4-11lbs
• Thickly cushioned seatpad made with the finest Italian woven fabrics-5-point harness with one-hand center pull adjustment
• Ergonomically designed carry handle with comfortable grip
• Adjustable, multi-position canopy offers maximum protection from sun, wind and cold
• Seat locks into Chicco Cortina, Trevi and S3 strollers without extra set-up or preparation
• Easy one-hand removal from both stroller and base-Conforms to FMVSS 213KeyFit Base-“Single-Pull latch adjustment simplifies the usually complex process of car seat installation
• Two precision bubble levels instantly verifies carseat level from either side of vehicle-Spring assist leveling foot for quick and easy adjustment -Integral auto belt lock-offs make it simple and easy
• No More Locking Clips!
• Smooth underside of base protects against damage to vehicle seats
• RECOMMENDED USE Stroller: From birth to 36 months, up to 50lbsInfant Car Seat: 4 to 22lbsNewborn Insert: 4 to 11lbs

Peg Perego P Travel System Moka

Peg Perego P Travel System Moka

Rear adjustable footboard with anti-slip rubber insert for transporting a sibling

Very compact and free standing when folded

Ergonomic handles that can be adjusted in height

Exceeds the most stringent SIP safety test in the world

One-hand unlatching from stroller, chassis or base

Chicco Cortina KeyFit 22 Travel System, Coventry

 

 
Chicco Cortina KeyFit 22 Travel System, Coventry

Whether you’re a new or veteran mom, finding the perfect travel system to use with your newborn is an essential item on your to-do list.

Many factors must be considered:  safety, weight (you don’t want to break your back moving it back and forth and up and down), visual appeal, ease of its steering, practicality, quality, and something that most people overlook, but what real moms have to say about the product. 

The Chicco Keyfit has excellent reviews from moms with practical experience.  It’s not going to cost you tons of money, is rated well by parents and consumer reports, and is a reliable stroller travel system.

The Chicco Cortina Stroller Travel System features the stroller and the Chicco Infant Car Seat. It is one of the most fabulous systems on the market because it combines Chicco fashion and safety ideas.

The Chicco Cortina Stroller features a lightweight, aluminum frame which comes loaded. It has a one hand fold to make life much easier on the parent.

The Chicco stroller features a smooth ride which will assure the child that rest will be possible the entire way. There is a large basket underneath for storage to once again make life easier on the parent. It is a very functional part of the Chicco Cortina Travel System.

The Chicco car seat is the KeyFit Infant Seat and Base. It can be used on its own as well as part of the Chicco Cortina Travel System. The energy absorbing foam helps protect from side impact. The Chicco car seat is designed with safety in mind as well as comfort. The canopy assures the parent that baby will be safe from inclement weather including rain and snow. The base is LATCH equipped to make for easy installation. The base on the Chicco Car Seat is smooth meaning the upholstery will not be damaged.