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Sapling Child Carrier

Thule

Current Price $399.95
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Color: Agave
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Details & care

A child carrier backpack with a machine-washable seat provides under leg support to maximize comfort on any adventure.

What it does: You can easily access the 22-liter gear compartment while wearing the pack through convenient side zippers. A deployable UPF 50+ sunshade protects your child and keeps the carrier cool.

Additional features: The fully adjustable torso and hip belt provide a perfect fit, a comfortable carry and quick transition from parent to parent. The fully ventilated back panel keeps the parent comfortable and cool. A dual access lets you load your child from the top or the side panel opening. The hydration-compatible design features a drink tube exit port in the gear compartment (reservoir sold separately).

Weight capacity/maximum child weight: 48.5 lb. weight capacity; 40 lb. maximum child weight.

Sizing information: 7 lb.; 13.8" x 12.2" x 28.7".

  • Water-resistant
  • Recycled nylon
  • Hand wash, dry flat; seat is machine washable
  • Imported
  • Item #6579284
  • Core Product ID 333336CJRA

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Thule is the innovative brand that encourages you to "bring your life." Founded in Sweden in 1942, Thule is dedicated to helping you transport anything you care for safely, easily and in style so you're free to live life to the fullest. Among Thule's specialties are beautifully functional bags and baby gear.

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Most helpful positive review

Sept 8, 2026

Awesome Baby Backpack!

We purchased this amazing product for our 7 month old son and it has been an amazing addition for our park hikes! He is comfortable in it and combined with being light weight, it is super easy to get him in and out of it plus has perfect adjustable ergonomics for the parent! Another great product Thule!
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Most helpful critical review

Feb 7, 2022

Broke on our first hike

I was really excited to try out our new Thule Sapling baby carrier. We did a test run at the shop and it seemed very comfortable. Unfortunately the carrier broke on our first outing! Baby's seat is "secured" by a plastic clip that allows you to adjust the height of the seat. This is a major design flaw as this tiny clip takes the full weight of the baby and is clearly not strong enough. The seat clip broke and our son dropped to the bottom of the carrier. He is 12kg so is nowhere near the upper weight limit for the carrier (20kg). The quality is not at all what I expected from a brand like Thule and it's not a cheap carrier. We've returned this and I would advise parents not to waste their money on this product.
Nicola
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Hello Nicola! I'm so sorry to hear about the damage to your Thule Sapling! I hope your child was safe throughout the ordeal. I completely understand your frustration with the situation. Damage such as this would usually be covered under Thule's limited lifetime warranty. I reached out via email for some more information, and to discuss what we can do to help resolve the situation.

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Oct 3, 2026

Go further!

Was not sure we “needed” this. We did. Baby is so happy in it and it has pushed me to want to go on hikes every single day with him. We are pushing so much deeper now.. from beaches to alpine and everything in between.
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TideOver
Sept 8, 2026

Awesome Baby Backpack!

We purchased this amazing product for our 7 month old son and it has been an amazing addition for our park hikes! He is comfortable in it and combined with being light weight, it is super easy to get him in and out of it plus has perfect adjustable ergonomics for the parent! Another great product Thule!
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Jett's Pack!
July 23, 2026

Take it anywhere!

We love this pack! It is adjustable so that my 5'2" self and my 6'3" husband can both use it for our son. The storage space is fantastic and easy to access. It is not too heavy and straps make it very comfortable. Have used it on the river, trail walks with our dog, and even at a concert. Very versatile and highly recommend.
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NCW802
June 9, 2026

Great Backpack!

Bought this a month ago for hikes with my 12 month old. This is a fabulous backpack. Super comfy, very adjustable and easy to use. Baby is happy in there and safe/secure with the shoulder straps. Every aspect of this backpack is adjustable for the wearer. Highly recommend!
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sarah29
Apr 15, 2026

Super Light and Comfortable

We just started putting our 7 month old in the Sapling and he really enjoys it! The pack is extremely light, has lots of storage, and is quite comfortable with all of the custom adjustments (not just straps, you can adjust the height on the back panel). There are a couple quirks as the sun cover is difficult to store in the back pocket, and the side clip where you slide in the cover needs to be broken in, but other then that its a great pack.
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discdad
Sept 12, 2025

Comfortable backpack

Used it few times now. It works well. Easy to load baby in, just make sure to open all the buckles including behind the shoulders. That makes loading them in quite smooth. Convenient to adjust the size between users. Very good baby shade, better than some competitors. Enough storage for a short summer hikes, but consider getting an extra pack attachment. Take hiking poles as with the baby your centre of gravity is really high up and it makes you feel a bit unstable. You’re probably not used to it. All those packs don’t feel like your regular hiking backpacks.
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Andrey