Did you miss this secret shopping cart trick from the '70s & '80s? Shopper amazed!
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In a world where every day seems to bring a new gadget or gizmo promising to make our lives easier, it's the simple things that often leave us in awe.
Case in point: a shopper's recent discovery of a hidden feature of shopping carts has sparked nostalgia and surprise online. If you grew up in the '70s and '80s, you might already know this secret!
The video, shared by the social media users, Stevi & Becca, showcases a moment of pure astonishment as one of them discovers a feature of shopping carts that many of us never knew existed.
The text overlay captures the moment perfectly: “I was today years old when…” followed by the revelation that the front barrier of the cart can be lifted and laid flat, transforming the shopping experience by allowing groceries to be slid in and out with ease.
The video struck a chord, racking up over 20,000 views, as viewers watched the TikToker exclaim in disbelief, “What?” It's a sentiment that resonates with anyone who's ever struggled with a cumbersome cart and a mountain of groceries.
But here's the kicker: while this feature left some viewers gobsmacked, it turns out that many might have been in the know all along!
The movable front barrier isn't a new invention; it's a throwback to the shopping carts of the 1970s and 80s.
“These are old school shopping carts have not seen those in years,” one viewer commented, while another added, “Those are tall carts from 1970's, so cashiers could slide off cart.”
The comments section became a trip down memory lane, with users reminiscing about the days when these carts were a common sight. “Tell me you didn’t grow up in the 70s and 80s,” one user joked, prompting Stevi and Becca to reply, “Becca was born in 75.”
The video also sparked a conversation about the design of modern shopping carts, with some shoppers expressing frustration over carts that are not toddler-friendly or too large to navigate store aisles comfortably.
Despite the familiarity of the trick to some, the shopping cart reveal still managed to dazzle a fair number of users. “You got to be kidding me. All those years being picked up,” one person said, reflecting on the times they had to lift heavy items into their cart.
Others were eager to try it out for themselves, with comments like, “Not me going to the store just to try it out [laughing out loud],” wrote another.
The curiosity even extended to whether this feature could be found in carts at other stores, with one user inquiring, “Does it work at Sam’s club also?”
Whether it's a shopping cart hack or a piece of advice passed down through the years, there's always something new to learn—or relearn—as we navigate the aisles of life!
So, did you know about this shopping cart feature? Or have you discovered any other old-school tricks that the younger generations might not be aware of? Share your stories in the comments below – let's show that sometimes, the best “new” ideas have been with us all along!
Case in point: a shopper's recent discovery of a hidden feature of shopping carts has sparked nostalgia and surprise online. If you grew up in the '70s and '80s, you might already know this secret!
The video, shared by the social media users, Stevi & Becca, showcases a moment of pure astonishment as one of them discovers a feature of shopping carts that many of us never knew existed.
Some social media users reminisced about older shopping carts having movable sides, a feature less common in modern carts. Image source: Pexels.
The text overlay captures the moment perfectly: “I was today years old when…” followed by the revelation that the front barrier of the cart can be lifted and laid flat, transforming the shopping experience by allowing groceries to be slid in and out with ease.
The video struck a chord, racking up over 20,000 views, as viewers watched the TikToker exclaim in disbelief, “What?” It's a sentiment that resonates with anyone who's ever struggled with a cumbersome cart and a mountain of groceries.
But here's the kicker: while this feature left some viewers gobsmacked, it turns out that many might have been in the know all along!
The movable front barrier isn't a new invention; it's a throwback to the shopping carts of the 1970s and 80s.
“These are old school shopping carts have not seen those in years,” one viewer commented, while another added, “Those are tall carts from 1970's, so cashiers could slide off cart.”
The comments section became a trip down memory lane, with users reminiscing about the days when these carts were a common sight. “Tell me you didn’t grow up in the 70s and 80s,” one user joked, prompting Stevi and Becca to reply, “Becca was born in 75.”
The video also sparked a conversation about the design of modern shopping carts, with some shoppers expressing frustration over carts that are not toddler-friendly or too large to navigate store aisles comfortably.
Despite the familiarity of the trick to some, the shopping cart reveal still managed to dazzle a fair number of users. “You got to be kidding me. All those years being picked up,” one person said, reflecting on the times they had to lift heavy items into their cart.
Others were eager to try it out for themselves, with comments like, “Not me going to the store just to try it out [laughing out loud],” wrote another.
The curiosity even extended to whether this feature could be found in carts at other stores, with one user inquiring, “Does it work at Sam’s club also?”
Whether it's a shopping cart hack or a piece of advice passed down through the years, there's always something new to learn—or relearn—as we navigate the aisles of life!
So, did you know about this shopping cart feature? Or have you discovered any other old-school tricks that the younger generations might not be aware of? Share your stories in the comments below – let's show that sometimes, the best “new” ideas have been with us all along!
