Britax Convertible Baby Car Seat, Marathon Granite Reviews


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Britax Convertible Baby Car Seat, Marathon Granite Reviews

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We have had this car seat for several years and are pleased with the purchase.  Easy to install/re-install front or rear facing.  Easy to get the kid in and out of.  Good neutral color to match many car interiors.  Most importantly, Britax car seats have a strong reputation for safety.  Solid purchase.

Posted on Mar 11, 2010

Love this car seat

This is so easy to install and such a safe carseat! My daughter got the exact same seat when she was a year old so there was no question that my son would get it too! He is only 6 months so we are using it as a rear-facing seat right now. I like the seat better front-facing because the top attach strap isn't in the way as much.... I HIGHLY recommend this seat to anyone looking!
Posted on Nov 06, 2008

Excellent Car Seat

I am thoroughly pleased with my Marathon car seat. My only warning is this. My daughter is currently 17 + pounds and about 24" long, and is still rear facing. When baby is rear facing, there should only be 2 fingers able to fit between baby's chest and the straps. I am always uncomfortable with how tight the straps are - they never seem tight enough, even when pulled as tight as they will go. I caution because I would not feel comfortable using this with a newborn, although the seat says it can be used for babies as small as 5 pounds. Though I gave this 5 stars for durability, I've only owned it... read full review »
Posted on Aug 15, 2007

Accident

This seat is amazing. My husband and I had really done tons of research on seats before we bought this one. Last night I was in an accident and my Tahoe rolled with my 15 month old in the back seat in the Britax Marathon seat. When I got to him, the car was still upside down and he was hanging still very secure in his seat and he smiled at me. When the car was flipped back over, the seat was secure, just as if we had just put it in. My insurance company told me not to use that seat and that they would replace it with a new one. So the reason I am out here it to order the EXACT same seat again.... read full review »
Posted on Jun 15, 2007

Britax Marathon

While at the top of the price list this car seat is well worth its money in GOLD!! Goes up to 65 lbs. and so comfortable the baby will be relaxed for the entire ride. But let's get real here any interminable amount of time in any one place an active baby/toddler/child will not want to sit still. I also bought another cover to go with it and they're not sweat buckets!! Highly recommended and worth every penny!!
Posted on May 20, 2007

Simply the best

This seat is the easist seat to instal, hands down! Britax also allows you to use the top tether while rear facing which helps to stabilize the car seat! This seat allows you to keep your child rear facing to 35lbs. which is the SAFEST way for a child to travel. The harness adjustor tightens smoothly & evenly and the tall harness slots allow you to keep your child harnessed for a long time!!
Posted on Jan 19, 2009

A Good Seat

This was a pretty good seat. Both of our children have used it and neither seemed to be uncomfortable. My one beef, the elastic holding on the cover went out recently. Now we're always making adjustments...
Posted on Sep 18, 2007

Great Car Seat

I purchased this car seat as a replacement for the Graco infant carrier that my son grew out of at 9 months. He is now almost 12 months and loves his car seat. It is easy to get him in and out and the Velcro to hold the straps back is awesome. I hated having to wrestle the straps out from under him in the infant carrier. I also really like the tether strap. I have a 1997 SUV without tether attachment points or the LATCH system and with the extra strap, I can easily seat belt the seat in and attach the tether to the front seat base. It is faster to put it in my car than my Mother's new van with... read full review »
Posted on May 14, 2007

Worth the price?

I have had the Britax Marathon for 3 years now, and am very satisfied with the product. Its very sturdy and seems very well made. The seat definitely makes you feel secure about your childs safety. If I could change anything about the seat is its -hugeness-it takes up a lot of space in my car. I highly recommend this seat. Its worth the money.
Posted on Jun 07, 2007

the best

Definitely spend the extra money for the Britax! They are the safest, they last, and you will end up spending the money trading cheaper ones anyways.
Posted on May 22, 2007

5 stars

Posted on May 16, 2007

5 stars

Posted on May 16, 2007

5 stars

Posted on May 09, 2007

5 stars

Posted on May 03, 2007

The Best!

The Britax Marathon is an amazing seat! It's installs wonderfully in almost every car. It will hold my child till at least five when he is old enough for a belt positioning booster. The cover truely is stain proof, it has had red slushy spilt all over and it washed right out. It is made of a very thick durable plastic that is 100% sturdier than many other brands. The adjuster is so smooth, I know my child is safe because it is so easy to use! I just can't say enough good things about Britax! We LOVE this brand and will never go back to the "other guys"! Just try it in your car you will instantly... read full review »
Posted on Dec 11, 2006

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