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Combi Flare

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$109.98

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Type: Single umbrella style strollers

About - Combi Flare
The Combi Flare is part of the stroller test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, traditional stroller models like the Flare are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Ease of use: Ease of use is based primarily on ease of using and adjusting the safety harness, folding and unfolding, adjusting backrest, lifting and carrying, engaging wheel brakes and car seat removal and installation (only for compatible strollers). Maneuverability: Maneuverability is assessed by trained staffers on how well the strollers maneuvered S-turns through cones, narrow sections, grass, dirt trails, uphill, downhill and curbs while walking. Safety: Safety is assessed by testing for compliance with the most current version of the standard, ASTM F833-11, and stability and usage tests designed by Consumers Union.

About - Combi Flare

The Combi Flare is part of the stroller test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, traditional stroller models like the Flare are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Ease of use:: Ease of use is based primarily on ease of using and adjusting the safety harness, folding and unfolding, adjusting backrest, lifting and carrying, engaging wheel brakes and car seat removal and installation (only for compatible strollers).
Maneuverability:: Maneuverability is assessed by trained staffers on how well the strollers maneuvered S-turns through cones, narrow sections, grass, dirt trails, uphill, downhill and curbs while walking.
Safety:: Safety is assessed by testing for compliance with the most current version of the standard, ASTM F833-11, and stability and usage tests designed by Consumers Union.

About This Brand
Combi USA was established in 1989, a subsidiary of the Japanese-based company that was established in 1957. It is recognized for its numerous baby products, from play yards to swings to strollers. It also manufactures infant frame carriers and most recently, car seats. Available at baby superstores and specialty retailers, and online. www.combiusa.com

About This Brand

Combi USA was established in 1989, a subsidiary of the Japanese-based company that was established in 1957. It is recognized for its numerous baby products, from play yards to swings to strollers. It also manufactures infant frame carriers and most recently, car seats. Available at baby superstores and specialty retailers, and online.

www.combiusa.com

Features & Specs - Combi Flare
5-pt harness Five-point harness secures child firmly. Unlike a three-point harness, it secures the upper body. 5-pt harness	No
Suitable for 6 mos. and under Suitability for babies 6 months and younger means the stroller could include a safety flap at the child's feet so he or she doesn't slip out of a large leg hole, or some other means of containing a child of this age. Even with this added feature, the harness should still be used. Suitable for 6 mos. and under	No
Car-seat compatible Car-seat compatible strollers allow you to mount a car seat directly onto the stroller. (Some strollers require an adapter bar or brackets, usually included with the stroller.) Car seat compatibility is useful when you're moving a sleeping infant from a car to the stroller. Car-seat compatible	Yes
One-touch brakes One-touch brakes work quickly for added safety. They're also more convenient than standard brakes. One-touch brakes	No
Adjustable handle An adjustable handle can accommodate parents of different heights. Adjustable handle	No
Stands folded This is convenient in restaurants or other tight spaces. It also makes storing at home easier. Stands folded	Yes
Weight (lbs.) Weight of stroller with included accessories and stroller seat installed (if removable). Weight (lbs.)	11
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