Radian 65 vs. 80???

[tsrunion]

After MANY attempts at configuring 3 car seats in each of my cars I have determined the only way to make it work is to purchase some Radians. Now my question is this - do I get the regular 65 or the "upgraded" 80? It seems the main differences are what I would consider comfort "extras" such as the extra plush padding, the neck thing, the body pillow thing and the shoulder and leg protectors. And of course the most obvious being the added weight.

These seats will be used for my 2 year old son and 3 year old daughter so I am not sure that I would even keep the pillows on the seat as they seem more appropriate for smaller babies. Not to mention my children are on the petite side (3 year old weighs 25 pounds) so they are not likely to hit 65 pounds any time soon.

Does the 80 allow more shoulder strap settings? And are there any other benefits to spending an additional $50 per seat?

I tend to go for the nicer things when it comes to my children but I am also trying to be practical as we are about to have 3 small children and our expenses are growing rapidly.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions, opinions, or personal experiences you can share with me.

	Sunshine Kids Radian 80 or 65 - Click for more info If "the Sunshine Kid's Radian 80 convertible car seat is (probably) the only car seat you will ever need," the "probably" part of this statement comes into play when you directly compare the Radian 80 with the Britax Regent. While the Radian 80 has a very high weight capacity, the seat width is only 10" vs. the Regent's 14" seat. The Britax Regent may be a bit wider, but it is very bulky, is only forward facing, and does not fold like the Radian 80. Because the Radian 80 is so narrow, you can potentially put three of them side by side in the back seat. Three Regents side by side? Impossible.

[Papooses]

If the price is too high for that added pillow, you can always stuff blankies in the extra space (AFTER buckling up properly!) ... other than that the higher cost is really only beneficial if your children are obese.