Kids Wagons: are they worth it?

For a long time I’ve had fanciful and whimsical thoughts of life with a kids wagon.

I imagine walking over to the local farmers market, with the wagon and our little one in tow, filling it with fresh baguettes, overflowing with tomatoes and kale, all the while Haddie is laughing and playing in the back of the wagon with all our deliciousables.

As I talked more and more with our friends with children, I’ve heard mixed reviews about wagon life, which is throwing my whimsical thoughts into disarray.

Some people tell me that life with a wagon is exactly as I am expecting. One of my close friends told me that all three of his kids fit into their wagon, and love it. But, an overwhelming number of people tell me about all the negatives, saying that wagons suck and warn me against it.

I am told, time and time again, that wagon life is not what I expect. In fact, they tell me that it is awful. The the negative category include:

• The arm and handle are just too short, so unless you are 4 feet tall, you have to walk hunched over to pull it;
• They are very heavy;
• Multiple kids do not fit in it, and if you shove them in, their knees are banging against each other;
• Kids despise being in the wagon, and are always uncomfortable
• There is actually not that much room in the wagon, and you can’t really fit a kid and a load of baguettes and fresh produce;
• They are bulky, and take up way too much room;
• They are heavy, and generally a pain to move around when kids are in it;
• They are not convenient to transport.
• While I trust the overwhelming reports of how bad wagons are, my dreams of life with a wagon outweigh the facts presented.

Now comes the question, which wagon should we purchase??

Does anyone have any suggestions??!

Here are the wagon choices that I am choosing from:

Radio Flyer Triple Play Wagon, red

Price: $199

How happy do these kids look! Right!

Radio Flyer Highlights:

• Removeable UV protection canopy
• Expandable rear storage bag that folds away
• 3 sets of seatbelts
• 4 child and 2 adult cup hilders
• Fold under handle for easy storage
• 10 inch tires for a smooth ride

Step2 – Whisper Ride Touring Wagon

Price: $119

How can I say no to a two-tone base???

Step2 Highlights:

• Molded-in high seat backs for extra comfort
• Removeable table surface
• Handle folds under the wagon for transport
• 10 inch tires for a smooth ride
• Long handle!
• Removable canopy

The Veer Cruiser

Price: $799 (Yes: you read that right! $799 – but, it is just soooooo awesome)

The Ultimate and Grand Daddy in Kids Wagons

Highlights:

• Push or pull;
• Easily foldable for travelling and storage
• Lightweight
• Extendable arm, with ergonomic handle
• Infant seat attachment – yes, this is a highlight to me, as we are going to need it very very soon 🙂
• Extra large rear storage
• Tires and rims that can handle anything from snow to mud to city adventures
• One touch foot brake
• Extra leg room for passengers
• Rear wheel fenders.

Of course, the Veer meets all my needs, but $800 for a wagon??? Is it worth it?! I just dont know.

Of course, once I select one, I will be doing a full review.

👇👇👇👇Any advice on wagons?? Please share below!👇👇👇👇