Sherpani

Sherpani Rumba Superlight Baby Carrier

• Waist belt fits 29" - 42" waist
• Load lifters and stabilizer straps
• Lower storage compartment

Product Description

As the name implies, the Rumba Superlight baby carrier is considerably lighter than other baby carriers on the market, weighing in at just 67 oz. Minimum Weight (without accessories. The Superlight comes with a sunshade protection as well as rain cover. The pack is great for around town or ultralight backpacking trips. The Rumba Superlight features an exclusive Five Point Chest Plate that prevents slouching and holds your baby upright comfortably and securely with padded foam and five security straps. This baby carrier is designed to comfortably fit both men and women with torsos ranging from 17"-20”.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001LDJG1O
• Item model number: RUMBA SUPERLITE
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #274,493 in Clothing (See Top 100 in Clothing)
  • #45 in Baby > Gear > Backpacks & Carriers > Backpacks > Camping Backpacks

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable, May 28, 2008

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R. McLaughlin "Stinkyonion" (Chicago) - See all my reviews
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I have owned a number of baby carriers over the years. My favorite for babys is the Bjourn front carrier for around the house (you must stand and keep moving though or the kid will get bored and cry, but for chores it is the ultimate). The Bjourn carrier only is good up until about 25 pounds. Then you have to switch to a back carrier. I previously owned Keltys best model but it got lost in a move, so I decided to try the Sherpani Rumba. I like it even a little better than the Kelty, but they a nearly the same. The Kelty has a tubular frame that puts the kid a little further from your body. The Sherpani uses flat aluminum strips which keeps the load a little closer and better wearing. The overall padding, fit and finish is about the same. I can wear my 36 pound daughter for a few hours before it becomes a chore. As long as I keep moving she generally doesnt mind being in it. Another difference is the Kelty has foot stirrups. They are very poorly designed and dont stay on the kids feet. The Sherpani doesnt have these stirrups, and the kids dont seem to notice so I am not sure they are of any benefit.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Light and comfortable. Good for women., April 19, 2009

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K. Marty - See all my reviews
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I bought this carrier after trying on several different types in the store with my 20 pound baby (including Kelty, regular Rumba). This one was the most comfortable as it is light and seems to distribute weight nicely. My husband noticed that the other carriers seemed made for larger people (I am about 5'7") and indeed the others pulled more on my shoulders. The other carriers are also much heavier and they seem sturdier...however, the Rumba Superlight is sturdy enough without all the extra bulk. I think the other carriers would probably work okay after some adjusting but they are still heavier/bulkier and are more than what I need (I don't plan on going for hikes longer than a few hours). I have no problems getting the baby in and putting the pack on while sitting on the ground (you can do everything alone). It also distributes the weight so that my hips do more of the carrying instead of shoulders. It just feels natural and right. The baby loves it: being close to mom and being able to look around high up. On one recent hike he even feel asleep in it. You can make many adjustments to this carrier. When I first bought it I adjusted the seat so that the baby was as close to my back as possible and sitting at a height not too high to be wobbly and not too low to obstruct viewing. My husband also uses this carrier and it is very easy to adjust the shoulder and waist straps between our uses.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Backpack!, December 16, 2008

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S. Massengill (Misawa, Japan) - See all my reviews
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We recently purchased this backpack for a trip to Beijing, China with our 16 month old. My son loved being carried in it. He looked and seemed more comfortable than in other carriers we've had in the past. My husband even carried our son in this backpack up The Great Wall! I was also pleasantly surprised how much storage room was in the backpack. Plenty of room for extra clothes, blankets, toys, and our son's food for the day. Excellent quality for the price. I highly recommend this product.

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