Does the Thule Sapling Child Carrier Have Enough Storage for Hiking With a Toddler?  

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Hey Megan! The Thule Sapling Child Carrier # TH34FR43TB gives you 22 liters of storage space for your gear, separate from where your little one sits. That's actually a pretty generous amount of room, about the size of a spacious diaper bag, so you should be able to pack most of what you need for a full day out without bringing a second backpack.

To give you an idea, a typical 22 liter diaper bag can hold 6 to 8 diapers, a pack of wipes, a changing pad, a couple of bottles or sippy cups, snacks, and two changes of clothes. You can usually squeeze in a lightweight blanket, a small toy, and essentials like your phone, keys, and wallet too. Now, the Sapling isn't laid out exactly like a diaper bag, so how everything fits will depend on the size of your items, but that gives you a pretty good picture of how much space you're working with.

You've also got pockets on the hip belt for things you want to grab quickly, and it's compatible with a hydration reservoir if you'd rather sip water while you're walking. And because hiking with toddlers usually means somebody ends up covered in something sticky, the seat and drool pad are removable and machine washable. That's one feature I think you'll really appreciate! This also comes in blue with part # TH34FR43TB if you want to check it out.

Just remember that the carrier has a 48.5 lb total carrying capacity, including your child and gear, with a maximum child weight of 40 lbs. So while there's plenty of storage, you'll still want to keep an eye on how much weight you're packing.

Are you thinking about taking her out for a few hours at a time, or are you hoping to make a whole day of it on the trails?

expert reply by: Heather A

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