***Open to the U.S. and Canada!***
Now that my child is nearing 20 pounds and outgrowing his infant seat, I have been doing a lot of research on convertible carseats. Law states that you must rear-face your child until they are 20 pounds AND 1 year of age. As a recommendation (after seeing this video), I would keep your child rear-facing until they hit the maximum rear-facing weight limit. In my research, I came across the Britax Marathon CS, which is one of my favorite.
Now that my child is nearing 20 pounds and outgrowing his infant seat, I have been doing a lot of research on convertible carseats. Law states that you must rear-face your child until they are 20 pounds AND 1 year of age. As a recommendation (after seeing this video), I would keep your child rear-facing until they hit the maximum rear-facing weight limit. In my research, I came across the Britax Marathon CS, which is one of my favorite.

Not only is it super cute, it's also extremely safe. The Marathon CS features side impact protection, the Click and Safe Technology, a five-point harness, and seatbelt or LATCH installation. It also features built in Lock-Offs so that the child does not move more than one inch side-to-side or front-to-back. The energy-absorbing foam liner absorbs and distributes crash forces. The Marathon CS is rear-facing for children 5-35 lbs and forward facing for children 20 lbs AND 1 year up to 65 lbs.

I am SUPER jealous because...
Britax has offered me a Marathon CS in cow print for giveaway!
To Win:
~ you must fulfill mandatory entry before additional entries!
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~ you must leave an email address that I can reach you at!
~Mandatory Entry~
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Christmas In July Britax giveaway!
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~ONE ADDITIONAL ENTRY FOR EVERY OTHER GIVEAWAY OF MINE THAT YOU ENTER.
~ONE ADDITIONAL ENTRY FOR EVERY OTHER GIVEAWAY OF MINE THAT YOU ENTER.
This giveaway will end on August 23rd, 2009 at 11:59 pm. At that time I will choose a winner using random.org and let them know via email. Winner will have 48 hrs to respond before I choose new a winner using random.org.
902 comments:
1 – 200 of 902 Newer› Newest»I like the lock offs best! They keep the child even more safe then a normal carseat!
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I like the HUGS feature the best. sounds like it would really help if you were in an accident.
I love the lock-off feature!! I'd feel a lot better knowing that the carseat isn't budging one single inch! :)
I like that it has a Small Contoured Base ensures a tight installation in all types of vehicles - - which is very important for us, we need to have 3 car seats in our car (small Jeep Compass) and it is hard to find 3 that fit.
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All of the safety features are great,and I really like that the car seats have side impact cushion technology protection, which reduces side impact impact crash energy by 50%!
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I most like the HUGS (Harness Ultra Guard System) because it reduces forward head movement and cushions the chest in the event of a crash. Not that I'd ever want a crash to happen, but I'd feel better knowing that the impact wouldn't be so hard.
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I like the Energy-Absorbing Base. I have this carseat for my DD, love it!
I like the built-in lock-offs!
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Definitely the lock off feature! I always worry that the seat could possibly become loose.
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I like the rear facing and forward facing recline. More comfortable and will help with "head slump"
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I really like the Side Impact Protection. miraklekid@aol.com
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I love the Marathons because they can be harnessed up to 65 lbs!!
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The safety features are awesome, and I love that the cover is washable! Great for babies who don't like to travel!
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I like the Built-in Lock-Off(s) secure the vehicle seat belt so that the child seat does not move more than one inch side-to-side or front-to-back at the belt path
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I really like the Energy-Absorbing Foam Liner that absorbs and distributes crash forces as a safety feature. And as a comfort feature!!
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Oh... and I've been following your blog! :)
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MY favorite safety feature is the built in lock offs :)
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I like the Rear and Forward Facing Recline for child comfort and positioning.
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I follow you both on twitter: @agiveawaydaily & I tweeted twice!
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Without a doubt I love the Energy-Absorbing Foam Liner (EPS) because my #1 priority is keeping my baby safe and I trust Britax to do that!
I follow you and love your blog!
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Lock-offs are my favourite safety feature
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I love the side impact protection the best! I think its a great feature since injuries from side impact crashes are more sever.
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I like the Lock offs and the HUGS feature the best!
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I like the lock off best. My daughter can't move at all.
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I love that it has the belt lock offs. It's always tough for me to tighten the car seats.
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I love the lock off feature the best!
I love the lock-offs :) Its nice to know its not budging!! I like the HUGS too.. Heck, I love it all!
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I like the side impact cusion technology, it makes me feel like she will be sage in the event of an accident. (MommyParrish)
I like that the Marathon can be tethered rear facing reducing rebound!
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I love the side impact protection! I feel like the seat is really formed to the child to keep them as protected as possible from other objects and things in a crash. The high weight limits are great too!
I love that this carseat has excellent side impact protection, but rear facing & forward facing
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I like the HUGS feature the most...because I know that it's extra safe for my little guy! I've always wanted a BRITAX seat, but have never been able to afford one! I'd love to win it!
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I like the Energy-Absorbing Base deforms in the event of a crash to absorb impact forces
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def the lock off feature! I want one of these so bad! My lil guy is in a ridiculous seat so we never go anywhere :(
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I like the HUGS feature the best...
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I really like the Side Impact Protection.
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The Five Point Harnass buckle system that goes up to 65lbs. That is hard to find in carseats!
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Im a follower! I love how much protection this seat offers! its awesome!
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I like the latch system and the side impact technology
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The base that absorbs the energy in a crash and crumples seems like it really helps wiith safety!
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My favorite feature would have to be the Side Impact Cushion Technology - a 50% reduction in side-impact crash energy sounds just AWESOME.
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My favorite feature is the 65-pound Weight Capacity
for safety and comfort through the toddler years
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I love the energy-absorbing foam liner..it's just an amazing comfort to have if I were to be in an accident. (*knock on wood*)
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I like the Built-in Lock-Offs the best because it ensures that your keeping your child from moving as much as possible ~ which makes the seat work that much more better!
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i like the no re-thread harness system. cant sayhow many times i try to rethread my sons infant seat!! its so hard!
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I love the built-in lock-offs. We always have trouble with the car seat shifting around more than I'm comfortable with right now.
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I'm going to have to go with the built in lock offs. It really makes a difference on how tight you can get the car seat--and TIGHT is a must when it comes to car seat safety!!!!!
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I love the versa-tether.
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I like the Advocate cs design- very cute!
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Favorite safety feature is the Energy-Absorbing Base.
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I like the lock offs best!
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I like that the Small Contoured Base ensures a tight installation in all types of vehicles! We have two marathons and need a third one for the new baby!!! LOVE these car seats. Hope I win!!!
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