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02-14-2008, 10:15 PM
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The
Marathon
is a GREAT, versatile seat that will likely fit your child up to 4-6+ years old. The 2008 models will
RF
to 35lbs (the presently go to 33lbs) and
FF
to 65lbs
Forward Facing Car Seats
A forward-facing car seat is one in which the child sits facing the front of the car. The seat should be installed in the back seat of your vehicle. Most forward-facing only seats are for children above 20 pounds.
Rear Facing Car Seats
A rear-facing seat is one in which the infant faces the back of the car. Always install a rear-facing seat in the back seat of your car. This is the safest position for an infant. NEVER place a rear-facing seat in the front seat of a vehicle with passenger airbags.
Britax Marathon - Click for more info
Increasing the time a child can safely stay in their convertible car seat is a big issue and Britax engineers have come through in a big way with the introduction of the Britax Marathon with LATCH. A LATCH Compatible Convertible Child Seat, the Britax Marathon can be used rear facing 5 to 33 pounds and forward facing from 20 to 65 pounds. Compare the numbers and you will see it is hard to find a seat with these weight limits that is safe and functional.
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