Customer Reviews

Radio Flyer Navigator Wagon

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I looked at many, many wagons...I wanted one I could use outside, that would go over the grass, up and down off the sidewalk, etc. I also wanted to be able to pull it without my son falling out...this is it! This wagon has great huge durable wheels with shock absorbers on the back! Plus the little seats that are built in let the children sit down without being so high up in a flat-bed wagon. I was excited about the cup holders, but honestly I can't fit many of the sippy cups I have in them, nor our Avent baby bottles (that he still drinks out of occassionally). In fact, only regular paper or plastic cups fit and the skinniest of sippy cups. Still, the wagon is great, my son loves the open/close door and the storage bin is good too. Highly recommend this wagon. It's also great that it's plastic, not metal so it won't rust or get sharp anywhere.

This is one awesome wagon! We looked at the Radio Flyer Pathfinder and the Navigator. The Pathfinder did not have as much legroom in the footwell, or any under-seat storage. My kids are 6 and 2 so legroom and some extra storage are essential. The wagon is easy to pull on grass and pavement. The turning radius is very good if you flip the handle straight up and twirl the wagon around in place. The no-tip feature is great since my 6 year old likes to pull the younger one around, sometimes pretty fast. The door works well, though it is not a child-proof latch. My 2 year old can open the door easily. The cupholders are a nice touch. They hold standard size water bottles, Avent bottles, juice boxes, soda cans, and regular sippy cups. Glass Snapple bottles and wide-bottom Gerber Fun Grips sippy cups don't fit though. Another poster said their Avent bottles don't fit. I wonder if the cupholders have been widened? Our wagon was purchased in May 2003 and hold the Avent bottles easily. The storage bin is big enough for diaper changing items and a few toys. The drain holes are a plus for cleaning or water play. The rubber wheels are quiet and give a smooth ride. The only downside is not having safety straps for the toddler. But he's learned that the wagon doesn't move until he's seated. The wagon fits easily in the back of our small SUV (Volvo XC90)... We get tons of "wow, that's a nice wagon. Where'd you get it?" comments. I highly recommend this red wagon. It's been perfect for our kids.

We researched all wagons, chose this one, and are very happy with our decision. The rubber wheels and rear shocks make for a quiet, smooth ride. It's heavy--so it's not as easy to throw in the van as our double-stroller--but the heaviness also helps it to ride smoothly and keeps it from tipping. We also like that it can really take a beating; with two kids dumping things in it and banging it around, it still looks new.

While it's not a set of flashcards, the wagon does help teach kids some physical skills--loading things up, pulling and pushing, maneuvering around the yard--not to mention peaceful coexistence! (They have learned not to kick each other while sitting in it!)

I've seen some reviews regarding wheels falling off, but I just can't imagine it with our Radio Flyer. The Radio Flyer wagons use plastic-and-steel end caps to attach the wheels, so you need to make sure that you've hammered them securely in place. We've had no trouble with this wagon or our smaller push wagon.

The wagon was easy to assemble, with exception to the handle. For some reason, the holes drilled for the handle were not drilled all the way through. This was relatively easy to fix.

The seating makes a more comfortable ride than a flat bed wagon and the cup holders are great. Rubber tires keep the ride quiet, the drain holes make clean up easy, and there is a small amount of storage under one seat.
The front wheels are not attached to the handle, instead they swivel freely. As I searched Radio Flyer's website I realized that this feature is for safety so the wagon doesn't tip, and the wagon can also turn more sharply. Just never grease the wheels... it will make them shake back and forth and it will be impossible to pull the wagon. We learned this the hard way and had to take the wagon apart, clean everything, and put it back together.
We love this wagon and feel that we made the best purchase for our needs.

This is a great wagon. My 2 year old got it for her birthday. But, I also have a five year old. This is great because my five year old can ride in it too and she still feels like a big girl. The thing I like best about it is the handle it is nice and long, this was really important since I'm tall. Are last one we had to tie a strap to so it was long enough. I love that it's not really hard to pull. The shocks in the back make a big difference. The storage under the seat is great for snacks. It also has two drain whole one in the middle and one under the seal which are great for hosing it down because it goes right down the whole. I would recomend this to anyone with kids. It's one of those toys you will never get tired of.

We wanted to get a wagon for our 18-month-old twins for Christmas. We looked online and in person at just about every wagon available and are so happy we chose the Radio Flyer Navigator. My twins are now 23 months old. They have been using it for several months and absolutely love it. Some of the things we love about this wagon are: The two molded seats are more comfortable than just sitting on the floor of a traditional wagon. The door is great and they love to climb in and out on their own (part of the fun). The rubber wheels and shock absorbers actually make a difference. It maneuvers well, even my kids can pull it when empty. My kids use the sippy cup holders all the time. The handle folds under for putting it in our SUV. This wagon also seems sturdier than other similar models we had looked at. I was afraid my toddlers might try to stand up while I was pulling them, but they don't. They know if they want to move, they must be seated. I was also afraid of fighting for the "good" seat, but there are no fights, so apparently both seats are "good" seats. I have a great MacLaren Opus Duo stroller and love it, but the kids seem to like the wagon better. Actually, I guess it is a little easier loading them in the wagon than in the stroller. I would have to say though that the stroller is lighter and easier to push over long trips. The only minor thing I would like to change is to add some sort of locking mechanism to keep the handle in the upright position when stopped. It often falls to the ground. Overall, I highly recommend this wagon.

My husband and I looked very carefully at all 42 choices for wagons for our 17 month old daughter. We wanted something that she wouldnt fall out of since shes very small for her age so high sides were a must. She loves opening and closing the door. We love that it can fit two kids inside, and we love the storate seat. The wheels are rubber which was what we were looking for and they are easy to manuever!!! It was the ONLY Radioflyer wagon that was plastic with quiet rubber wheels and high sides with a door. Its great, easy to assemble and we have enjoyed it ever since. It is a bit heavier than the other models, but it fits great in our SUV, and the handle is long enough so the wagon wont hit your heels. We are quite pleased with our purchase, a Radio, ... WOW!

We have 2 (very active) boys, ages 4 and 2, who love it and fit nicely; yet the wagon is easy to maneuver with both riders in. Large rubber wheels make the ride stable, quite and smooth. The handle is comfortable to grasp and it folds under the wagon when not in use. We can easily fit the wagon into our Subaru Wagon.

The shock absorbers under the back seat are a GREAT feature providing the kid who sits in the back much less of a bumpy ride. In the space under the back seat we store a couple of diapers, wipes, change of cloths, a couple of juice boxes (the small ones), and a bag of snacks. I can even squeeze and occasional sweatshirt.

What is the educational value: I suppose it has to do with sharing a space together without fighting (we are working on that), inviting friends to share a ride, and so on.

We have been using the wagon for about a month now, and are extremely pleased.

This is the wagon you want for your child! It is perfect! It seats 2 kids comfortably, with cupholders and storage under their seat! It goes all over our neighborhood! Its easy to pull, my toddler likes to put things in it and take them out (100 times at least!) When it gets dirty, the garden hose and some dawn dish soap make it look new! It the winter, its great to store balls and toys in the garage. We were so happy with it, we bought it for our niece for her 1st birthday and she loves it too! Granted, it doesn't have the old fashioned look of the metal radio flyer, but its WAY more functional and will get way more use! This is the wagon you want!

I am very pleased with this wagon. It has proved to be very durable and my kids have great fun playing with it. The rubber wheels are crucial to my satisfaction. They provide a smoother and remarkably quieter ride than plastic wheeled alternatives. I would like a more smooth, comfortable, and possibly rubberized handle. This is not so much of an issue for me however because I don't use the wagon for long walks. My kids love to be pulled around our yard and up and down small hills. The high seat backs provide good support for the later. The cup holders are a nice amenity as is the under seat storage bin. The wagon sprays clean easily with the garden hose, and the drainage holes work well. My kids enjoy sitting in the wagon and having buckets of water tossed on them during hot weather.