Customer Reviews

Clek 2010 Oobr Booster Car Seat, Paul Frank Skurvy

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I recently bought this seat in solid black (rather than the Paul Frank version), for $[...]. I must say I am very impressed by this brand new seat (I think it was released in late 2008). Can be used in a variety of configurations: full back mode (33-100lbs, height 38-57in, at least 3yrs old; backless mode: 40-100lbs, height 40-57in, at least 4yrs. Comes in various colors (pink, brown, black, plus the scurvy and colorful stripy one). Conforms to Federal Motor Standards. Not certified for airline use (because airplane seats don't have shoulder belts).

Here is a list of features you will not find in the Graco popular booster seat:

1. To my mind, the biggest and most important (though not necessarily obvious to parents looking to upgrade from a convertible seat) advantage of all Clek seats: LATCH. Meaning that this seat, along with your child on it, is securely planted on the back seat and cannot move around. I remain unconvinced by seats held in place only by the seat belt and the weight of a child. Both the backless Clek booster and this one with the back (Oobr) have LATCH. Oobr in particular features an ingenious extendable LATCH that will pull out to firmly grab the deepest and most inaccessible LATCH bars.
2. Magnesium back frame to better protect the torso during a side impact and vehicle intrusion; enough said!
3. Back seat is not only removable (the lower part of the seat can be used independently, like a regular Clek seat), it also *reclines* up to 12o. Perfect for snoozing!
4. Structural headrest with deep side wings that support the head during naps, and yet do not obscure side views. The headrest connects to the magnesium frame of the back using steel rods to reduce twisting movements and improve head protection in a collision. The headrest is also height-adjustable: it has a button and several adjustment spots and can be pulled up a good 20 cm, meaning it will grow with your child. This is so well designed it looks like a regular car seat headdress in a high end vehicle.
5. Energy-absorbing foam layer to absorb energy of a side impact.
6. Nicely designed and easy to use belt guides facilitating a snug fit of the seat belt on the child's shoulders
7. Nicely padded bottom and back that doesn't cut circulation, especially e.g. under legs.
8. Performance 'Crypton' fabric: stain, moisture and bacteria- resistant. Easy to clean.
9. Plastic parts, including cup holder, are high quality. In fact, 100% North American derived content! No flimsy or suspect materials here.
10. Feels lightweight despite the sturdiness.

Other pros:
1. Ease of use- took me 3 mins to install the seat, another 1 min to buckle my son in.
2. All black version looks great, with its red contrasting parts (not too sure about the Paul Frank designs, seem overstylized to me; who wants to be driving this stripy crazy thing around for the next 5 years?).
3. Comes with a detailed instructions booklet that can be stored in a special place under the seat.

Cons:
-Price: but safety features and excellent design justify the sacrifice.
-Side contour in conjunction with armrest position reported to be somewhat restricting by my son. But maybe that's the point (to keep the child from moving around).

Overall would highly recommend!

I purchased this booster seat for my 3 yr old daughter, she loves it.. she seems more comfortable in it than in her old car seat. It was so easy to install and it's easy to take out and put in our other vehicles. I defintely would recommend this car seat to anyone, it is pricey, but it is well worth the money.

I honestly thought this was too pricey for a booster but the soft cloth, the bright pattern and thoughtfully designed latch system make it completely worthwhile. My daughter immediately sat in it and was sitting much taller than the cheaper booster we had gotten for her and I know the seat belt positioning provides for the appropriate safety while she is still growing. The cup holder "drink-thingy" has a very nice form, size and style.

This booster will definitely last for years with its sturdy construction and removable seat and cushion for easy cleanup. The vibrant colors really create an aesthetic appeal that completes the package. Is it expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? YES.

The Oobr uses LATCH to install and is very rigid. Because of this rigidity, the seat belt stays correctly positioned. The child appears well protected as a result. The Oobr is much more substantial than other booster seats.

The seat is extremely easy to install and remove. The back can be removed to leave only the base. We've used this feature to send the seat base on field trips with our daughter. The seat can be also used without LATCH simply by retracting the clips.

The Oobr seems reasonably comfortable and can recline a little. We have three of these for our kids. We've had one seat for over a year. The only downside, besides the relatively high cost, is that the fabric covering the seat can easily be damaged if you check the seat as luggage on an airplane. We had the seat in a thick plastic bag, but the fabric split during the flight (very minor damage). Under normal use the fabric seems very sturdy. However, if you check the Oobr as luggage, you should put it in some kind of protective bag. We complained to the company and they were very responsive and said they were looking in to developing a travel bag for the Oobr.

Seat is secure in the car, easy for my son to get into, and I feel very good about the safety of the seat. I know the seat belt is correctly positioned every time I click it in, and that helps to put my mind at ease. On top of all that, my son loves the print, so its a win win. It is a little pricey, but with Clek, you pay for great quality and extremely safe products. I did a LOT of research before buying this, and while I won't list everything about this seat here (since its already been done) I'll just say that you really can't beat the design and safety features. If you are looking for a booster car seat that is in no way a "car seat" like your child has probably been in forever, this is the seat to go with.

LOVE this booster. Very cute style for our preschool boy, seems ultra-sturdy, newly styled LATCH attachments are great, and a lot easier than our old ones. Only small flaw is that the shoulder belt is a pain in the butt to pull out (in order to put it on), when fed through the should belt guide. Honestly, it is more work to put him in this than it was to get him in his five-point carseat. BUT, as I said, all-in-all, we still love this booster.

I just got my seats on Saturday and my boys love them! I replaced my Britax Frontiers with these and was a little nervous about switching due to not having the 5 point harness. However, both of my boys fit the specifications for height and weight. They are both over 40 inches and one is 34 pounds and one is 37. The seat is cuter even in person. We did get the Paul Frank Zoom Julius. Really not sure it is worth that much extra money but ours were being replaced for us due to someone hitting my van thus voiding warranties on my existing car seats. One of which was an Orbit that was only 3 weeks old, OUCH! Anyway, my boys were so excited, only problem is my middle daughter (who is 2) wants a monkey seat. She got the Orbit Toddler. I only have latch in my front row, so the other 2 rows just have the shoulder and lap belts, so although I would love to utilize the latch, I have my to youngest latched in the front seat.
Pro's:
Love the Fabric, Love the bright clean white of the seat sides (hope it stays that way)
My boys are excited about getting in their car seats instead of wanting to sit on the seat like their big brother and sister.
Con's:
Price
Possible Con:
wondering how the fabric will hold up in to washing in case of "accidents" or spills.

Love the fresh colors & paul frank on it. My 3 year old son is very picky but the moment he saw the seat coming out of the box, he loves is instantly. And my hubby who is also very picky & always complain about baby gear products has no complain about it whatsoever. The quality of the material is top of the class, you can feel it just by touching it. It fits in our Odyssey perfectly, and my son loves it to death. Pricey but well worth it!

Como todo lo de Paul Frank, muy buena calidad, y muy divertido.
La silla es algo pesada, y la posición es demasiado recta. Pero es muy solida.
Y facil de usar, resistente, y muy buena presencia.
Muy Recomendable.

I purchased this for my three-year-old son after doing a lot of research. We love this. I love it for the safety fetures, and he loves it for the ease of use and comfort. Very stylish too!