Cross Straps or Rucksack Straps? What is the difference? - Sheen
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Many carriers offer the option to wear the straps either crossed or rucksack style across the wearers back. However, parents often don't realise what this means and aren't sure which one to use. What is the difference The difference is best explained by looking at the graphic above. For crossed straps the straps cross over…
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