Thule Sapling

Took my 18-month-old on a three-mile trail and she actually napped in it, which never happens. The leg support keeps her little thighs from dangling, and being able to toss the seat in the wash after a muddy day is a bonus I didn't know I needed.

The washable seat is the reason I picked this over other carriers, and it’s been a game changer after muddy hikes and snack spills. My toddler’s legs stay fully supported for hours without fussing, and the whole thing just feels rock solid on my back.

Took this out on a long trail this weekend and my toddler actually fell asleep in it—that never happens. The removable seat came out and went straight in the washing machine after a mud disaster, which is a game changer for a carrier.