New from Clek, the Clek Liingo infant car seat is an innovation designed with growing urban families in mind! The only infant car seat available on the market sold without a base, the Clek Liingo is more convenient and cost effective for parents who use public transportation. Additionally, it is a great option for families looking to lower their carbon footprint and lighten their load. Need help finding the perfect infant car seat for your family? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>Dutch baby gear brand Nuna has released a new all-in-one car seat that has quickly become a family favorite at Magic Beans: the Nuna Exec! This innovative car seat is suitable for children from birth to 120 pounds and unlike many all-in-one car seats, still has all the comfort, convenience, and safety features you’re looking for. Need help finding the perfect car seat for your child? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>In this video interview with Chris Lumley from Clek, Eli dives deep into the history of Clek as well as car seat safety best practices and the Clek Liing infant car seat! From the inception of Clek as a company, their focus has always been providing families with uncompromising safety for their children. The Clek Liing is the embodiment of the commitment to bringing top of the line and innovative safety features to the market. Have car seat safety questions or need help finding the perfect infant car seat for your family? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>The Clek Liingo is the first car seat available on the market that is sold without a base! With all the same features as the Clek Liing infant car seat like an extendable UPF 50+ canopy with a magnetic mesh peek-a-boo window for ventilation and chemical flame retardant free fabrics, the Clek Liingo has all the options you want without a bulky base you don’t need. In this video Eli gives a preview of the highlights you can expect from the Clek Liingo. Need help finding the perfect infant car seat for your family? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>Diono has brought Magic Beans families versatile, all-in-one car seats for years. Our experts love them for sibling configurations and cost effective car seat options that don’t compromise on safety. The new Diono Radian 3QXT is no exception. The Diono Radian 3QXT is made with a steel alloy frame for superior stability in a crash and is only 17 inches wide to make three-across seating possible! With a weight range from 4 to 120 pounds, this all-in-one car seat will keep your child safe in the car until they’re old enough to graduate from car seats altogether. Not sure if the Diono Radian 3QXT is right for your family? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>The Nuna Pipa RX and Clek Liing are two of the best infant car seats of 2020. Both have top-of-the-line safety features like load legs, rigid LATCH installation, and chemical flame retardant free fabrics. Extendable sun canopies with mesh peek-a-boo windows and soft fabrics provide comfort for your baby. Mia compares these two luxury infant car seats so you can choose the perfect one for your family! Need help choosing your infant car seat? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>If you’re an expectant parent researching the best infant car seat for your baby, it’s likely that you’ve heard of the UPPAbaby Mesa and Nuna Pipa RX. Both infant car seats feature easy installation and enhanced safety and convenience features like chemical flame retardant free fabric options and stroller compatibility. If these infant car seats are both high quality and popular, which one is right for your family? Mia explains their differences in depth in this car seat review. Need help choosing your infant car seat? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>Whether your baby is outgrowing their infant car seat or you’re looking for a car seat that lasts from infancy through toddlerhood, you’ll need a convertible car seat. Convertible car seats start rear facing in your vehicle and start from 5 pounds and turn forward facing, typically lasting up to 65 pounds. Each brand offers different additional features, but which are worth the price? Eli breaks it all down and shows his top convertible car seat picks of 2020: the Nuna Rava, Britax Boulevard Clean Comfort, UPPAbaby Knox, Clek Foonf, and Cybex Sirona S. Need help choosing your convertible car seat? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>As an expectant parent, you know there are a lot of baby gear items on your list to research and purchase. Perhaps one of the most important items you’ll need is your infant car seat. Without it you won’t be able to take your baby home from the hospital and it acts as your baby’s protection in the car. But there are so many infant car seats on the market, how do you know which ones are worth the money? Eli has done the research and rounded up the best infant car seats of 2020: the Nuna Pipa Series, Clek Liing, Doona, Cybex Cloud Q, and UPPAbaby Mesa. Need help choosing your infant car seat? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>BOB is well-known for their high quality jogging strollers. They offer stable and durable frames with large air filled tires for a great jogging experience. But what’s the difference between the BOB Alterrain Pro and BOB Revolution Flex 3.0 2020? Eli explains in detail what the difference between these to top of the class jogging strollers is. Need help choosing your perfect jogging stroller? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>It’s the battle of the jogging strollers! Eli puts the Thule Urban Glide 2 and BOB Alterrain Pro head to head in a new stroller comparison. Both feature beefy suspension systems and large mountain bike-style wheels to keep you strolling even on the most uneven surfaces. Locking front wheels stabilize your ride for running and a convenient hand brake keeps you in control at all times. Need help choosing your perfect jogging stroller? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>If you’re searching for high quality single strollers, you’re probably comparing the UPPAbaby Cruz V2 and Bugaboo Lynx. Both are lightweight single strollers with reversible and reclinable seats and have toddler seats that can hold up to 50 pounds, so what makes them different? In this video, Eli dives in deep to compare the two strollers. Still have questions? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>What’s not to love about the UPPAbaby Vista V2 stroller? A cult classic at Magic Beans, the UPPAbaby Vista got a facelift for 2020 and we couldn’t be more excited! Featuring an enhanced suspension system, more convenient features, and refreshed modern color schemes, the new UPPAbaby Vista V2 provides an even better ride for you and your child. In this video, Eli gives an in-depth review of the new UPPAbaby Vista V2 and its features. Need help finding the perfect stroller? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>If you are an expecting parent, you’re probably looking for the best single stroller for your new baby. The UPPAbaby Vista V2 and Bugaboo Fox2 might have caught your attention but what really sets them apart? Eli goes in-depth to compare the features of both. Find out why we love these single strollers at Magic Beans. Still not sure which stroller is right for you? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>Looking for the perfect stroller for your growing family? The UPPAbaby Vista V2 and Bugaboo Donkey3 are likely on your shortlist. Both strollers can convert from singles to doubles and are suitable for siblings. So what makes them different? Which one suits your lifestyle the best? Eli shares an in-depth comparison of the two strollers so you can feel confident in your decision. Still not sure which stroller is right for you? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a one-on-one virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>Travel strollers are ideal for parents who are looking for a compact stroller that is quick and easy to use. They’re a great option for quick errands, grandparent use, and of course traveling! In this video, Eli explains the differences between his top picks for the best lightweight travel strollers of 2020: the BabyZen Yoyo2, UPPAbaby Minu, Bugaboo Ant, and Silver Cross Jet. Still not sure which lightweight travel stroller is right for you? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>If you’re looking for an amazing stroller that can handle your active lifestyle and even help you tackle off-road strolling, you’re in luck! In this video, Eli unpacks some of the great features of the best running and jogging strollers that will keep you on the move in 2020. The BOB Revolution Flex 3.0, Thule Urban Glide 2, and the BOB Alterrain Pro offer amazingly smooth rides, beefy suspension, adjustable reclining seats and adjustable handlebars for the most comfortable jogging experience for you and your child. Still not sure which jogging/all-terrain stroller is right for you? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>What do the Nuna Tavo, Thule Spring, and Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 all have in common? They’re all on our list of the best affordable strollers of 2020! Priced under $400, these strollers give you the most bang for your buck and make your budget work for you. They all have features you’re looking for like reclining seats, generous extendable canopies and peek-a-boo windows as well as suspension and puncture proof wheels. In our video, Eli goes into detail as to why these are the best strollers on a budget for 2020.
]]>We’ve rounded up our favorite strollers for your growing family! These strollers are sold as singles that you can add a second seat to when your second bundle of joy arrives. Mia reviews the best convertible strollers of 2020 : the UPPAbaby Vista V2, Nuna Demi Grow, Silver Cross Coast, and Bugaboo Donkey3 to help you make the most informed decision possible. Still having trouble choosing your ideal single to double stroller? Get in touch with our gear gurus for a virtual consultation, email us your questions at questions@mbeans.com, or call us at 866-600-BEAN (2326).
]]>With so many strollers already on the market and new strollers being released every year it can be a challenge to sift through all of them to find the best one for your family. Eli has compiled a list of the best strollers of 2020: the UPPAbaby Vista V2, UPPAbaby Cruz V2, Nuna Mixx, Nuna Triv, BOB Alterrain Pro, Bugaboo Fox2, Bugaboo Donkey3, and Thule Spring. Whether you’re looking for an effortless and lightweight stroller like the Nuna Triv or a heavy duty all terrain and jogging stroller like the BOB Alterrain Pro, you will find your perfect stroller here!
]]>One of the biggest benefits to the Vista is that it can accommodate two seats, or two bassinets, or even two car seats. This has not changed with the Vista V2: the V2 is still sold in the same configuration as the past Vistas and all of the accessories since 2015 are still compatible with the V2. (Please note that the V2 Rumbleseat, a.k.a the second seat, holds 35 lbs, while the Toddler Seat, a.k.a the seat that comes with your V2, holds 50 lbs).
Although the new V2 looks and works similar to the 2019 Vista, the details make all the difference. In order to make day-to-day use easier for parents, the old rethread harness on the seats have been replaced with a sliding height adjustment so you no longer have to unhook the harness from the seat and dig around under the seat fabric to find the next tab it attaches to. This also means no more twists and turns in the harness and a harness that always fits perfectly! The basket has a more tailored look with less excess fabric and a deeper opening to give you plenty of room for all the must-haves. They have also added a secondary mesh peek-a-boo window in the canopy, because we all know your baby is so cute that you want twice the opportunity to look at them!
Speaking of the canopy, gone is that floppy silver extendable sunshade panel! The unstructured, wrinkly pull-out shade has been replaced with a zipper-out third panel of canopy fabric. Now your entire canopy will be the same color and it won’t look like it could use some ironing.
Now that you get more of that beautiful canopy color, let’s talk about the new colors for 2020! New to the Vista V2 lineup we have Finn: a very nice teal with a seafoam accent on the bassinet and dark brown leather, Hazel: a two-tone olive with brown leather, Alice: a soft dusty pink, and Sierra: a sandy color with flecks of blue and green and black leather (this fabric is similar to a knit sneaker fabric - super trendy!). So far Finn and Hazel seem to be the favorites of our local families. Also, fun fact! Each color is named after an UPPAbaby employee’s child.
Although we all love that the Vista V2 looks great and is easy to use, the most important thing is how it functions and UPPAbaby has taken this to heart. Prompted by customer feedback, a softer secondary suspension spring has been added to make the ride smoother for the littlest passengers that didn’t get much relief from the old, more stiff suspension system. The wheels on the V2 are slightly softer than on the previous models which also contributes to a smoother ride for baby. The seat back is higher and the seat and footwell have been deepened to accommodate a larger child. Additionally, they updated the auto-locking mechanism so that instead of bending the plastic tab to unfold the stroller, it now hinges and returns back into place with a spring. This prevents a weak spot from forming over time. Overall, the Vista V2 provides a smoother ride and fewer frustrations for your family in addition to the cosmetic facelift it’s gotten, and we are loving the changes!
Still not sure which is the right one for you?! Have any questions? Reach out to us anytime via email at questions@mbeans.com. We’re always happy to talk shop! You can also contact our Baby Gear Gurus via phone (866-600-BEAN) during business hours (M-F, 9 am-5 pm EST), by utilizing the Product Expert Chat on our website, or by scheduling a video consultation. Finally, get all the advice you need by visiting our YouTube channel!
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