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Sunshine Kids Radian65 Convertible Car Seat - Granite
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Manufacturer: Sunshine Kids
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Model#: 165.80
Weight: 25.80lbs
Height: 9" | | Width: 17.90"
Length: 30"
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Average Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars
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Retail Price: $189.00
Online Sale Price: $189.00
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Features:- 5lbs to 33lbs rear facing, Forward facing up to 65lbs
- 5-point harness and 3 buckle positions
- 3" longer seat bottom
- EPS safety foam for side-impact protection with steel alloy frame
- Folds flat to a compact 6.5" for easy travel and storage
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Radian is a Convertible Car Seat for rear-facing children 5 to 33 lbs. and forward-facing children up to 65 lbs in a 5-point harness. Maximum child height is 51 inches. It features a high-stength steel alloy frame and 5 harness slot positions that are all reinforced for forward-facing use. Includes SafeStop, which absorbs harness load energy in an accident. It's also the only car seat in the world that folds to just 7". Advanced safety and performance features set new standards since it exceeds current regulations used to measure safety, convenience and comfort for the car seat industry. Champagne is tan and charcoal gray. Features: - 5 lbs. to 80 lbs. in 5-point harness
- Highest capacity convertible car seat
- Steel alloy frame
- Strongest convertible car seat made
- SafeStop harness system
- Absorbs impact energy in an accident
- 4-panel system EPS safety foam
- Total side-impact protection, more than any other seat
- V-shaped top tether
- Can be used rear-facing
- 5 shoulder and 3 buckle positions
- Proper harness fit for all ages and weights
- Narrower outside width
- Fit three seats across the back seat
- Infant body support
- Converts to pillow cushions for older child
- Folds to 7" (17.8 cm) thick
- Travel and storage convenience
- Easier to get child in and out, plus safer positioning for child
- Dimensions Open: 17"W x 16"D x 28.5"H
- Dimensions Folded: 17"W x 7"D x 28.5"H
- Weight 22.99 lbs.
User Submitted Sunshine Kids Radian65 Convertible Car Seat - Granite Reviews
November 22, 2008
More seat in a smaller space
This is a great car seat that seems to be structurally much stronger than traditional seats while occupying much less space.
We have a Rav4 and the seat fits very neatly behind the passenger or driver. Once our son turns one I'm going to get a Radian85 and put my son in the 65 while moving my three year old up to the 85. For a car with a smaller back seat these seats are fantastic.
I just traveled to Orlando from Newark and was delighted the seat could fold and was east to install in my rental (Toyota Highlander). One word of caution the seat weighs just over 25 pounds
Very happy with the seat so far.
November 5, 2008
Great Seat!
Great price for safety and convenince.
We love the slim dimensions of this car seat for our 2 year old son. There is plenty of room for a large adult in the backseat with the Radian and our other car seat (Britax Marathon).
It's heavy, yes, but that is due to the steel frame construction, which contributes to the great safety rating.
The straps are easier to adjust than Britax Roundabout and Marathon and I have never had problems with twisting.
Ideal for multiple children. In an SUV, the low profile of the Radian makes it easy to reach over to get a child out of a seat in the center. I'm not tall, so this was a struggle with our other seat.
(I did not give 5 stars only because my son would prefer sitting up a little higher, which seems to be the only down side to the low profile design.)
I believe that there is no such thing as a "perfect" stroller or car seat, but if you intend to leave the seat installed most of the time, have more than one child and need room for a full size adult in the back seat, you won't go wrong with the Radian.
October 25, 2008
A++ for Safety!
This seat is awesome. I have three kids and for our oldest daughter we have and Evenflo Big Kid bosster and it just never felt safe, this 5 point harness is the way to go! If you have more than 2 kids this booster is a no-brainer as you can fit 3 car seats/ boosters across with this one. It is very well made and feels very sturdy. It is a bit tricky to figure out how to install the first time, but once in it's worth the hastle. My 3 year old was very excited to see her new "big kid" car seat!
October 10, 2008
Wonderful Car Seat When You Need More Room
I recently had a third child and was in search for car seats for my car that would allow me to sit all three kids in the the back seat. This proved to be quite a challenge. I wasn't willing to sacrafice safety, so I went on a search. The Britax seats, although very nice, were too wide and there was no way I could put three car seats next to each other. I was plesantly surprised to stumble upon the Radian65. This seat appealed to my also because my oldest is almost 40 pounds, but I wanted to still keep her in a 5 point harness as long as possible.
I ordered two seats - one for my four year old and one for my two year old. Once I got these seats, I read the instructions very carefully. I was installing two of these into my car and the process was a long one. Because of the way I was installing the seats in my car (in the middle with the seat belt and one on the end with the LATCH system) the direction were very different for both.
Although the process was a long one, it was not difficult. I was able to get a nice tight fit for both seats. The seats are relatively heavy compared to other seats on the market due to the steel frame. The weight is mainly in the bottom of the seat, so it is not an issue unless you are moving seats around a lot. I drive a Mazda CX9, so at least twice a month I move one of the seats to the third row to accomodate an extra adult in the car. Even with moving the seat that much, it is not that big of a hassle.
I have had the seats installed for about 8 months, and I have never had either child complain of discomfort. We have taken several long trips, and they seem to be just fine in the seats.
I am extremely happy with this seat and will definitely buy another one when my youngest grows out of her infant seat.
These seats were a great investment and make me feel good knowing my children are in a very safe seat.
September 29, 2008
Excellent! Very happy (former Britex owner)
I went from a large bulky Britex (which I loved!) to this seat for my 3 year old to streamline since I have a sedan and needed all the room I could get. I can't be happier. It is excellent. My daughter loves it too. She thinks it is a big girl chair. I would recommend this to anyone with a 2 year old +.
September 24, 2008
Love this car seat!
At my son's four month check up I was surprised to find out he was a very long baby and soon to outgrow his infant seat (which for some reason I thought would last until he was a year old!) I began an internet search for safety ratings and reviews to find a great new car seat. I ended up trying to decide between the Radian65 and Britax Boulevard car seats. In the end I chose the Radian65. Both received very good reviews as far as safety and consumer recommendations. The Radian65 is almost 1/2 the cost of the Britax and it is the only car seat that folds! We are a family that travels a lot and the thought of lugging a huge 20+ pound seat around an airport is not appealing. But, with the Radian you can fold it and attach a carrying strap to make it more manageable. My son loved this seat the minute we put him in it. It is very roomy, but also fits well in the back seat of our crew cab pick up truck as it has a narrow design. The only challenge I have with this seat is finding toys that will attach to it so my son can play while I am driving. I definitely recommend this seat. It was easy to set up in the rear facing position and seems very comfortable and safe! Free shipping through Amazon for this item was a definite bonus!!
August 18, 2008
Love it!
Love this seat! Not only is it terrific for safety, it also is narrow, allowing a better fit into our vehicle!
August 4, 2008
3 across, anyone?
I nanny triplets and do not have 3rd row seating in my vehicle, I needed car seats that would fit 3-across. The Radians fit awesome! I have NEVER had any issues installing with a seatbelt, or LATCH, or in Toyotas. I love everything about the Radians. Plus they EXCEED safety standards.
Having car seats that will fit 3 across, allow me to practice extended rear-facing AND extended harnessing, that exceed standards....is priceless. I highly recommend.
**Also consider the "comfy-soft" infant insert that supports little ones to 30 lbs, then converts into a toddler pillow for big kids. It's like $17. So no real reason to whine about head support.
July 6, 2008
Radian65
Awesome! This seat fits perfect!
I drive a Toyota RAV4 and will have three kids in the back seat, two in boosters and soon a baby in this one!! This seat requires just as much room reclining as any other convertible seat or even infant car seat. The base is narrower than on other seats. Took about 10-20 minutes to set up and install. The instructions were really easy to follow. I would definitely recommend it!!!!
June 27, 2008
3 little ones
I am yet to use my car seats. I will still be several months before the children are born.
But I made my choice based on the great reviews along with the model car that I have.
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