The Driving Woman - The Car Seat Diaries: Recaro Vivo High Back Booster

The Car Seat Diaries: Recaro Vivo High Back Booster

A few weeks ago, racing and sport seat specialist, Recaro, sent us two of its latest child safety seats to try. While Bryn's toddler has been spending time in the Como Convertible toddler seat, my 45-pound, seven-year-old daughter is the perfect size to road-test Recaro's Vivo high-back booster.

The Vivo, designed for children 3-12 years, 30-100 lbs, retails for $99.99, and provides ultra-thick side bolstering and head protection wings, as well as a height-adjustable back and washable micro-fiber and velveteen cover.

We plan to try the Recaro Vivo in a variety of test cars and monitor its ease of installation, along with comfort commentary from the Peanut Gallery.

It appears Emma is looking forward to the test. Maybe next time she'll actually allow us to install the seat in the car before she hops in.

The Car Seat Diaries: Recaro Como Convertible

Posted by Kelly Apr 29, 2008 2:37 pm

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ewilfong - Apr 29, 2008 7:54 pm (#1 Total: 4)

While I'm not questioning the safety benefits of the Vivo, I think I would have fainted if my parents told me to sit in a booster seat anytime after age five or six! Then again, time haves changed.

opfreak - Apr 30, 2008 12:26 pm (#2 Total: 4)

now i know why you need in car dvd players, car seat blocks the veiw out the window.

vvk - May 1, 2008 9:59 am (#3 Total: 4)

Small children require a booster seat to control the lower portion of the seatbelt. That's the primary benefit. Without those funny little arms that hold the lower belt in place, the belt will ride up and cause severe injuries to internal organs.

trackwrex - May 5, 2008 11:41 am (#4 Total: 4)

Here, there and everywhere in sunny, Southern California... Usually found going at Warp Factor 10.

It's a good thing you ladies are doing this. I was considering buying the Recaro seats when I have kids... You know, Emma looks REALLY comfortable in that seat. Too bad it's on the couch. or MAYBE she wants you guys to carry her while she's IN the seat to the car and then install it. Hahaha!