Evenflo Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo

An infant car seat with one mode: rear-facing harness 3 to 30 lb, 15.7 to 32 in.

At a glance

  • Fits children from 3 to 30 lb
  • Up to 32 in tall
  • Rear-facing harness only
  • Seat weighs 29 lb
  • Certified for aircraft use
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Who is the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo for?

The Shyft DualRide is a rear-facing infant car seat with built-in stroller wheels, for babies from 3 to 30 lb and 15.7 to 32 inches tall with at least 1 inch of headroom. It installs on a base with LATCH or a seat belt, or belted without the base. The manual gives no expiry in years.

Reasons to consider it

  • One product that works as an infant car seat, a carrier with wheels and a stroller
  • Three install routes in the manual: base with LATCH, base with seat belt, or carrier belted without the base
  • A base with a 5-position recline foot and a headrest with 8 locked positions
  • SensorSafe chest clip alerts through the Evenflo app on the core listing

Things to weigh up

  • Evenflo's 29.0 lb product weight includes the integrated wheels
  • The stroller frame is designed only for this seat, according to the manual
  • Aircraft use needs an 18 in (45.7 cm) seat width, and stroller mode needs an 18 in aisle
  • No expiry period in years is published, so check the date label

My take on the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo

The Shyft DualRide suits a parent who wants the car seat and the stroller to be one product, so the baby goes from car to sidewalk without a separate frame. The trade-off is weight: Evenflo lists 29.0 lb for the seat with its integrated wheels. The LiteMax NXT with SensorSafe covers the same 3 to 30 lb range as a separate carrier listed at 8.6 lb.

A research summary of Evenflo’s published specifications and manual, read . Not a hands-on test or a crash-safety rating.

Who the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo fits

This seat covers one stage. Check the date label on the shell before using a hand-me-down; every seat has an expiry.

Rear-facing harness3 to 30 lb · 15.7 to 32 in
The child faces the back of the car, which keeps the head, neck and spine supported in a frontal crash. Keep this mode as long as the child fits it.

What are the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo weight, height and age limits?

Evenflo Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo limits by mode
ModeChild weightChild heightMinimum ageConditions
Rear-facing harness3 to 30 lb15.7 to 32 inNot publishedTop of child's head at least 1 in below the top of the headrest.

A child must meet every limit for the mode they use. The labels on your seat and its manual are the final word.

Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo specifications

Seat weight
29 lbAssembled weight 29.0 lbs is for the car seat with integrated stroller wheels.
Width
Not published
Usable life
See the date label on the seat
Aircraft use
Certified for aircraftManual lists aircraft among certified uses "if used with the stroller frame", and requires an aircraft seat width of about 18 in.
Folded dimensions (W × D × H)
18" W x 29.5" D x 26" H
Recline positions
5

How the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo installs

Recline
5 recline positions. The recline angle is what keeps a young baby’s airway open, so set it before tightening the install.

Every install is a fit between one seat and one vehicle. Read both manuals, and use a free inspection station if anything is unclear.

An empty car seat installed on a back seat, seen through an open car door

Will it fit your car?

Evenflo does not publish a width for this seat, so measure your back seat and compare it with the seat in a store before buying. It weighs 29 lb, which matters if you will move it between cars or carry it through an airport.

  • Check your vehicle manual for lower anchor positions and any head-restraint rules.
  • Rear-facing seats need front-seat room: try the install behind the driver before you commit.
  • Certified for aircraft use, so it can travel as a seat rather than checked baggage.

What features does the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo have?

  • Integrated stroller wheels (car seat converts to stroller)
  • SensorSafe (stated for core, Carryall Storage and Extended Canopy listings)
  • LockStrong belt tensioning
  • Quick Connectors
  • 5 recline positions
  • Stay-in-car base

Colors listed in the US

Ayer, Bryson, Beaufort, Carryall Storage / Sylva Pink, Carryall Storage / Boone Gray, Carryall Storage / Durham Green, Carryall Storage & Extended Canopy / Onyx, Carryall Storage & Extended Canopy / Moonstone, Carryall Storage, Green & Gentle / Agate, Carryall Storage, Green & Gentle / Quartz, Carryall Storage, Green & Gentle / Jasper, Carryall Storage, Green & Gentle / Topaz, Limited Edition Green & Gentle / Champagne.

Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo colors and prices

2 colors are listed on Amazon right now. Prices differ by color, so compare before choosing. The fabric is the only difference between them; the shell, harness and limits are identical. Prices were retrieved Nov 1, 12:10 PM UTC and can change.

Compare Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo colors side by side
Compare colorsBoone GrayCheck priceDurham GreenCheck price
PriceNot shown$599.99
AvailabilityIn stockIn stock
Price checkedNov 1, 12:10 PM UTCNov 1, 12:14 PM UTC

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What to know before you live with it

Three ways to install it

The manual describes installing the convenience base with LATCH, with a lap and shoulder belt, or with a lap belt only. The carrier can also be belted in without the base, and the carrier with its stroller frame can be belted to the vehicle or clicked onto the base. Whichever route you use, the seat must not move more than 1 inch side to side or front to back at the rear-facing belt path. Never use LATCH and the seat belt together. The base has a 5-position recline foot. In the United States the carry handle can be in any locked position while driving; in Canada it must be in Stroller Mode.

Source: Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF)

Harness, headrest and small babies

The headrest moves the harness height without rethreading and has eight locked positions. Set it so the straps sit at or just below the shoulders. The Infant Body Support is required for babies from 3 to 6 lb and optional above 6 lb. The harness straps have a top loop, used only when needed to tighten the harness on a smaller infant, and a bottom loop for later. Evenflo requires the evaluation recommended by the AAP before the first car trip for babies born before 37 weeks or weighing less than 5 lb at birth.

Source: Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF)

Stroller and aircraft limits

The stroller frame is designed only for the Shyft DualRide infant seat, and the manual warns against using it with any other seat. It limits the cupholder to 1 lb, the Carry-All Bag to 7 lbs and the Universal Stroller Organizer to 2 lb, because heavier loads can make the stroller unstable. Do not roll it on stairs or escalators with the child in it, and never leave it on a hill. For flights, the seat is certified for aircraft if used with the stroller frame, and the manual asks you to confirm with the airline an 18 in aisle width for stroller mode and an 18 in seat width for installation.

Source: Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF)

Washing the cover

Machine wash the soft goods separately in cold water on a delicate cycle with no chlorine bleach. Tumble dry for 10 to 15 minutes on low heat and remove them at once. Take out any foam inserts first. Wipe the harness with mild soap and water and let it air dry. Do not immerse or lubricate the buckle or the LATCH connectors unless the back of the buckle says rinsing is allowed. The seat cover releases with two tabs at the front and two at the back, marked with orange arrows, and the manual says never to use the seat without its pad.

Source: Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF)

Is the Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo recalled?

  • 25C003000: does not cover this model. The Part 573 report covers only Canadian-market seats and travel systems with listed model numbers ending in C (for example 34912258C, 38412311C, 3811198C, 35012433C), listed with production dates January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2024 and shipped to US buyers without a US registration card; the population is defined by those numbers. None of this product's US CS150112xxx model numbers is listed. Campaign source (read ).

Each campaign naming this family was read against this model’s numbers and build dates, and none covers it. Still check your seat’s model number and date of manufacture before use, especially on a used seat.

NHTSA recall search · Recent car seat recalls

Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo: common questions

What are the Shyft DualRide weight and height limits?

The manual gives 3 to 30 lb and 15.7 to 32 inches, with the top of the head at least 1 inch below the top of the headrest. Once the child exceeds any one of these, the manual says to stop using the seat.

Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

How much does the Shyft DualRide weigh?

Evenflo lists a product weight of 29.0 lb, which includes the integrated stroller wheels. The folded dimensions are 18 in wide, 29.5 in deep and 26 in high. The page does not give a weight for the carrier without wheels.

Evenflo Shyft DualRide product page (opens in a new tab)

Can I put a different infant seat on the Shyft DualRide stroller frame?

No. The manual says the frame is only designed for the Shyft DualRide infant car seat and warns that an incompatible infant seat may result in serious injury.

Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

Can the Shyft DualRide be used on a plane?

The manual certifies it for aircraft if used with the stroller frame. Check with the airline first: it asks for a minimum 18 in (45.7 cm) seat width for installation and an 18 in aisle width for stroller mode, and pages 104 to 109 give the steps.

Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

How does it compare with the LiteMax NXT with SensorSafe?

Evenflo lists the LiteMax NXT with SensorSafe for infants from 3 to 30 lb and 15.7 to 32 in. tall, with a product weight of 8.6 lb. The Shyft DualRide carries its wheels with it, so its listed weight is higher.

Evenflo LiteMax NXT with SensorSafe product page (opens in a new tab)

When does the Shyft DualRide expire?

The manual refers to an expiration date on the date of manufacture label and says to stop using the seat after that date or after a crash. It does not state the period in years.

Evenflo Shyft DualRide manual (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

Answers refer to the model and manual version on this page. Check the instructions supplied with your seat.

Before you buy

  1. Weigh and measure your child. The limits above are the manufacturer’s, and a child has to meet all of them for the mode they will use.
  2. Confirm the exact version. Colors, retail exclusives and model numbers change limits more often than you would expect; Evenflo lists 13 colors of this seat.
  3. Read the manual before you buy, not after. It is linked above and holds the fit rules, the install methods and the expiry.
  4. Check recalls by model number and date of manufacture, and register the seat with Evenflo so you hear about the next one.

Sources

Other Evenflo infant car seats

ModelTop child weightSeat weightWidthUsable life
Shyft DualRide Infant Car Seat and Stroller Combo (this seat)30 lb29 lb——
LiteMax NXT Infant Car Seat with SensorySoothe30 lb8.6 lb17.83 in—
LiteMax NXT Infant Car Seat with SensorSafe30 lb8.6 lb17.83 in—
LiteMax NXT Infant Car Seat30 lb8.6 lb——
LiteMax 30 Infant Car Seat30 lb8.17 lb19 in—
LiteMax Sport Infant Car Seat30 lb8.17 lb19 in—
NurtureMax Infant Car Seat22 lb9 lb14.76 in—