We’ve been using the Step Caddy for a few months now, and it’s a great addition to our house. We have a 2 and a 4 year old who have both mastered getting in and of the step caddy and really enjoying putting their ‘backpack’ on. Compared to alternative baby slings and other carriers, it made our children feel super lightweight and they loved being so high up. The caddy is comfortable for hikes and walks, adjusts easily for different sized adults and children whilst feeling super sturdy. It features some very cool buckles to attach the shoulder straps which make putting it on a simple task. We’re sure the Step Caddy will be a regular feature in our house for a few years to come!
Step Caddy saved the day when our 4 year old got tired on our 2 mile walk. Small and light it was very easy to transport. Simple to setup, Teddy was on my shoulders, enjoying the view, within a couple of minutes. Step Caddy made the walk more enjoyable for Teddy and encourages the kids to get out of the house.
I can't say enough good things about this product for parents who love the outdoors. Unlike traditional child carriers, this carrier allows kids to stand while you walk, making hikes and walks so much more fun for them! my daughter loves it.
The design is brilliant—it distributes the weight so well that it feels just like wearing a regular backpack.
If you enjoy hiking or walking with your little one, I highly recommend Step Caddy!
Step Caddy is extremely useful for carrying your kid when he is tired and refuses to walk anymore. It is easy to set up and allows us to do longer hikes without worrying about dragging bulkier carriers.
I was given the Step Caddy for Christmas, and haven't had the chance to use it until recently becasue of the weather. But I have to say it is really oool. And it really works.
We were on a walk with my son (3), nothing too serious, just a nice walk, pretty flat, on paved and gravel paths, we were walking and he was on his balance bike. Towards the end he hit his wall and wouldn't move. I ended up carrying him on the Step Caddy, and carrying his little bike too. It was so easy. He was so happy riding on my back, his mood rebounced and he got all chatty all the way to the car. The day was saved. It was so awesome.
The construction is really solid. I don't like the g-hooks they use, but once you work them out you can see why they use them. they are really solid and safe. I think the magentic buckles are the coolest part, they make it very easy to clip his harness in, and I can see them without straining my neck. The buckles just attach and lock in, you hardly have to do anything just guide them to right location.
I wish it would be even smaller when packed up. But it is still pretty small and I shove it at the bottom of my backpack.
In summary, it's great, we love it. I am sure we will use it more in the future, more than just hikes. I hope this helps.
I was absolutely blown away with how light my kid felt when I was carrying him - you feel almost nothing on your shoulders or back. It was great for our hike, and is now essential gear for us. He loved being so high up and also getting on and off constantly.
Step Caddy is the latest innovation in child carriers; based on biomechanics research, it ELIMINATES strain from your arms, shoulders, and back, creating a "weightless carrying experience." Step Caddy is the only toddler carrier that combines: + a load-bearing waist belt with builtin stirrups, + a light and small form factor for packability, and + the ease and convenience of the piggyback standing position
Designed for kids aged 2-5 and up to 50 Ibs, this full-sized carrier is lightweight and packs up small, so you can take It anywhere.
Hi, I'm Nick Fishwick, a dad, an engineer, and the creator of Step Caddy the best toddler carrier for outdoor fun. In 2014, my kids were little but still heavy, and they had outgrown the big framed carriers. I needed something that could pack up small but still take the weight off my arms, shoulders, and especially my back. So, I made my first prototype (seen in the photo). Finally, after a long pause and two years packed with development and testing, the Step Caddy Child Carrier is ready and is the best portable, packable toddler carrier there is, IMHO.
Compact and Lightweight Toddler Carrier for Active Families
One critical feature of Step Caddy child carrier is that it packs up small so it can be taken anywhere, even just in case. So it is engineered to be supportive and firm where needed, comfortable with four layers of foam, and also to strategically fold so it can pack up small. Small enough to throw into your bag, trunk, or carry-on.
