A carrier for serious walkers

The Out'n'About Nipper Trek is a structured backpack carrier designed for families who want to tackle walks and outdoor routes where pushchairs can't go.

Premium price, premium features

At £250, it's expensive. But the fold-flat frame, built-in storage, sunshade and rain cover help justify the cost for regular users.

Tested on real countryside routes

Jake tested it with his partner and 7-month-old on bumpy paths and parkland that would have been impossible with their pram.

Setup is refreshingly simple

The carrier arrives almost ready to use. After watching one adjustment video, they had it unfolded and fitted in minutes.

Getting baby in takes practice

Fastening the child is easy, but lifting the loaded carrier onto your back from the floor is tricky. A second person helps but isn't essential.

Too roomy for tiny babies

At six months, their smaller baby's head bounced around too much during naps. Within a month, she fit much better and seemed properly supported.

Baby loved the view

Their sometimes pram-averse daughter was happy throughout, watching the world around her without complaint on long walks.

Surprisingly comfortable for adults

Padded shoulder straps and a hip belt distribute weight well. The breathable mesh helped during a heatwave, though the belt dug into smaller hips slightly.

“Considering the weight you're carrying, the backpack carriers feels comfortable on longer walks.”

Swapping between parents works

A Velcro panel makes torso adjustments possible, though it took a few attempts to get right. Once they learned the system, switching mid-walk became simple.

Stable even on rough ground

Despite being very light at 2.5kg, the frame feels balanced and secure. They never worried about stability, even on uneven terrain.

A genuine game changer

The carrier opened up longer walks and adventurous terrain that were too uncomfortable for their soft carrier or too rough for the pram.

“Compared with our previous pram-and-carrier set-up, the backpack has been a game changer.”

Storage is genuinely impressive

They packed baby essentials, lunches and books in the main pocket with room to spare. The bottle holder kept water accessible on the go.

Sun and rain protection included

The UPF sunshade gives good coverage without blocking baby's view, though legs stay exposed. The rain cover looks effective but wasn't needed during testing.

Folds flat for easy storage

The fold-flat design solves the bulk problem. At 2.5kg, it's easy to lift into car boots or onto trains without struggle.

Thoughtful design touches

A rope handle for siblings, rear-view mirror for checking baby, and removable drool pad add useful details. The chest strap did ping off after several uses.

Worth it for adventure families

If you want long walks and family adventures, the comfort and practicality make this premium carrier worth recommending for both occasional and frequent explorers.

“If you're keen to take your baby out for long walks and family adventures, I'd highly recommend this backpack.”