How is this for long drives? I noticed this back sits straight up. Without a recline position I concerned that DD will not be able to sleep comfortably in it. We drive long distances (6+ hours) a lot so comfort is very important to us. How is this for long drives? I noticed this back sits straight up. Without a recline position I concerned that DD will not be able to sleep comfortably in it. We drive long distances (6+ hours) a... » Read More How is this for long drives? I noticed this back sits straight up. Without a recline position I concerned that DD will not be able to sleep comfortably in it. We drive long distances (6+ hours) a lot so comfort is very important to us. « Show Less
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My son snoozes happily in it. The "wings" at head level really help keep his head in a comfortable position. The only issue we have is his rear end gets sore - but really, that could happen in any seat after a long ride when your legs don't touch the ground.
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For future readers: if comfort is a priority, after safety of course, then do consider a Recaro. With a little research I think you'll find yourself with plenty peace of mind. Their specs are outstanding and I've never experienced a more plush, cushioned child seat.
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We have had this Recaro booster/car seat for going on 3 months now and our 2 year old still loves it. She is very comfortable her head while asleep rests over to the side into the padding instead of leaning forward. We have a britax in our other vehicle and whenever she falls asleep in that she slumps forward.We have this in our GMC Yukon for long car rides as she is the most comfortable in this. It doesn't recline, which I was worried about but you could always put a pad under it to adjust it as needed. We haven't needed to do that as she just loves this seat and has no problems falling asleep super comfy for long car rides! We have had this Recaro booster/car seat for going on 3 months now and our 2 year old still loves it. She is very comfortable her head while asleep rests over to the side into the padding instead of leaning forward. We have a britax in our other vehicle and whenever she falls asleep in that she slumps forward.We have this in our GMC Yukon for long car rides as she is the most comfortable in this. It doesn't recline, which I was worried about but you could always put a pad under it to adjust it as needed. We haven't needed to do that as she just loves this seat and has no problems falling... » Read More We have had this Recaro booster/car seat for going on 3 months now and our 2 year old still loves it. She is very comfortable her head while asleep rests over to the side into the padding instead of leaning forward. We have a britax in our other vehicle and whenever she falls asleep in that she slumps forward.We have this in our GMC Yukon for long car rides as she is the most comfortable in this. It doesn't recline, which I was worried about but you could always put a pad under it to adjust it as needed. We haven't needed to do that as she just loves this seat and has no problems falling asleep super comfy for long car rides! « Show Less
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The angle at a rough guesstimate is around 30-35 degrees, personally I can't nap in it. Its a bit unforgiving of my bottom and while comfortable for 2-3 hours of regular activity such as reading, watching tv, working on the computer, its fine. But napping not so much. I also have a mac motion recliner, that sucker is a sleeping pill in the shape of a recliner, if I tilt that back its so comfortable that I'm almost guaranteed to be out in short order and I can stay asleep way longer than is productive.
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Honestly, my son hasn't fallen asleep in this chair that I recall. We have had it 2-3 months and our road trips haven't been more than 20 minutes lately. I have seen him close his eyes and rest alongthe side a short bit but never leaned his head forward. I don't think it's an issue. :-)
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We used this on our trip to Myrtle Beach, it was a 17 hour car ride, and I loved it!! I did not even try to use the seat belts while lying on this but I would think that it might be difficult to do.
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I don't know exactly how long I've had mine but I have absolutely no complaints about it! It has had no problems it doesn't have any wear spots or sag where it has been sat on the most! I do have to say it is a bit uncomfortable to lay lengthwise on tho! But if you just use the reclining parts it's great!
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I have some dry disks in my back. The one at my tail bone compresses the nerves in my legs. So without the cushion I could not take a road trip. It took 3 stops in a 2.5 hour trip just to get there without a lot of pain.
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May not be best for long sitting. Seat is deep, I'm 6'2 so sitting well back in the seat works for me. Back is very upright.
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No to install the car seat properly you would not want to put it in a reclining position (this car seat does not come with one) a reclining position on a carseat is for when your car seat is rear facing....which this one is not suitable for. That being said my four year old is always quite comfortable in this car seat and has no problem falling asleep, she has also never complained that this seat is uncomfortable. I hope this answers your question
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We have had this Recaro booster/car seat for going on 3 months now and our 2 year old still loves it. She is very comfortable her head while asleep rests over to the side into the padding instead of leaning forward. We have a britax in our other vehicle and whenever she falls asleep in that she slumps forward.We have this in our GMC Yukon for long car rides as she is the most comfortable in this. It doesn't recline, which I was worried about but you could always put a pad under it to adjust it as needed. We haven't needed to do that as she just loves this seat and has no problems falling asleep super comfy for long car rides!
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Maybe? This has come up on car-seat.org several times. It seems Diono has said yes it is OK, but they had to draw the line somewhere. If you feel your child is OK in the more upright position, then I guess it becomes a parental decision. I will point out, though, that my 2 1/2yo often slumps in this seat when sleeping, so with an 8mo, it might be even worse. I don't think you're going to get a hard and fast yes or no. You could call diono yourself and see what they are currently saying. http://www.car-seat.org/showpost.php?p=2139611&postcount;=35
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It reclines back far enough that you feel a zero gravity position. It is excellent position if you have back problems. I bought mine to take in our motorhome to sleep in. It works fine. One comment, I need a couple heavy blankets down the back when sleeping in a cool room all night. The webbing may be designed to wick heat away from the body. Ideal for in summer heat. Not for sleeping in a cool room. My back is great when I get up in the morning.
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My husband is 6'1" tall and he has no problem managing the chair to get me from point "A" to point "B". Over a long distance, the slight stoop he has because there are no options for extending the handles higher might be a problem, but you need to remember that this chair wasn't designed for the long haul - it's just a transportation chair, lightweight and with small wheels for getting from the car to an appointment and back again ... it's not a full-sized chair, with big wheels, for being chauffeured around town all day. So, if you use it for the purpose for which it was designed, you shouldn't have a problem. My husband is 6'1" tall and he has no problem managing the chair to get me from point "A" to point "B". Over a long distance, the slight stoop he has because there are no options for extending the handles higher might be a problem, but you need to remember that this chair wasn't designed for the long haul - it's just a transportation chair, lightweight and with small wheels for getting from the car to an appointment and back again ... it's not a full-sized chair, with big wheels, for being chauffeured around town all day. So, if you use it for the purpose for which... » Read More My husband is 6'1" tall and he has no problem managing the chair to get me from point "A" to point "B". Over a long distance, the slight stoop he has because there are no options for extending the handles higher might be a problem, but you need to remember that this chair wasn't designed for the long haul - it's just a transportation chair, lightweight and with small wheels for getting from the car to an appointment and back again ... it's not a full-sized chair, with big wheels, for being chauffeured around town all day. So, if you use it for the purpose for which it was designed, you shouldn't have a problem. « Show Less
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I usually don't have a problem with head support in this car seat. I have it facing forward and it sits up with a little recline. Only a few times do I remember his head falling forward. He usually leans his head to side of the head support and goes to sleep. As they get older, they get better at laying their head to the side and not forward. You can always place an extra head support in the seat for peace of mind. It's a really good seat though.
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I had both a regular nautilus and an elite for my oldest and when I had my second I bought another elite for the following reasons. First off we do a lot of road trips and both the recline feature and adjustable headrest made a world of difference for my daughters when they slept in the car. Secondly it is a much heavier car seat which make me believe it is more comfortable as both my girls prefer to sit in it, my oldest actually asks for the elite seat. So for my family and I the elite is worth the extra money and more.
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So so in upright position. In reclining position back is quite comfortable, but legs need to constantly be moved. Also need to remove and replace pillow or head hurts.
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The seat is pretty up right and does not recline. If a child does sleep in it they get that hung neck effect where their head just hangs by their chest. That said when tired enough my son does manage to sleep in it. Not as well as he did in his old reclining seat but he does sleep. That said it sleeps as well as any other booster seat does...