Why Puffy Coats Are Unsafe in Car Seats & How The Road Coat Solves It
Why Puffy Coats Are Unsafe in Car Seats & How The Road Coat Solves It
Introduction
Winter weather calls for warm coats, but not all coats are safe for use in car seats. Puffy jackets and bulky snowsuits can create dangerous gaps in the car seat harness, compromising your child’s safety. The good news? There’s a safe solution—The Road Coat®.
Why Puffy Coats Are Unsafe
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Harness Looseness: Puffy coats compress in a crash, leaving extra slack in the harness.
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Increased Ejection Risk: A loose harness increases the chance of injury or even ejection.
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False Sense of Security: Even if the harness feels tight over a puffy coat, it isn’t secure.
Crash Test Evidence
Multiple crash tests show that bulky winter coats can lead to significant forward movement in a collision. Safety experts, including CPSTs (Child Passenger Safety Technicians), recommend removing bulky layers before buckling children.
How The Road Coat® Solves This Problem
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Split Collar Design: Keeps bulk out of the harness area.
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Thin Inner Layer: Harness sits directly on the child’s chest, maintaining a snug fit.
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Warm Outer Layer: Zips over the harness once your child is buckled in.
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Crash Tested & CPST Approved: The Road Coat is designed specifically for car seat safety.
Final Thoughts
Don’t compromise safety for warmth. With The Road Coat®, your child stays safe, warm, and comfortable all winter long—without ever removing their coat.