Compact Camp Chair

[markie*mark0]

come across this light weight compact camp chair that could be taken on trips where traditional chairs are far too bulky.

I can find them available in the US at http://www.alitedesigns.com/ but does anyone know of a UK supplier? or builder who supplies them at maybe a better price

 

[Biker]

Hmmmmm looks clever. Thanks for posting.

I bought one of these at a bootfair last year....

Got it home and tested it out and the dang thing folded up like a concertina and I only weigh a meager 13½ stone! Worst £1 I ever spent. So glad no one knew about it.... until now.

One rule of thumb I have never forgotten is that wood is good in compression (think pit prop etc) whereas metal is good in tension (think towing cable). Those legs on that chair are obviously in compression which would worry me every time I sat in it.

Like I said thanks for posting, but I'll leave that for the lightweights and ladies to buy and use if you don't mind.

 

[benp1]

I have one, expensive but worth it. Was bought in Canada and brought over though, not available here

I wanted a chair I could put in a daypack and there aren't many options around. Also wanted it for bike touring when i eventually have time. I used it at a track day on Thursday, fitted inside my tank bag, would have had to sit on floor between sessions when I was in the pit garage if I didn't have it

The 4 leg version is available from ultralightoutdoorgear, they're available in the UK under a different name. I haven't seen the 2 leg version here

 

[rik_uk3]

B&M are selling a tiny fold up stool for £2.99 at the moment, takes my weight of 17 stone.

 

[Squidders]

I still covet a kermit chair http://www.kermitchair.com/

 

[Hog On Ice]

I use A Simple Sling chair - packs up well but needs a tree to be tied up to - see http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=100038

 

[Humpback]

I still covet a kermit chair http://www.kermitchair.com/

I bought one after 6 months inner argument and don't regret the purchase it now fits in my kit and replaces a land rover chair. Mine can be seen in the photos of White Rose Wood's last meet. Squidders you will be pleasantly surprised if you take the plunge.
Alan


http://s640.photobucket.com/user/bustyaleep/media/2013-06-08170127_zpse9dbeaf8.jpg.html

 

[Squidders]

I bought one after 6 months inner argument and don't regret the purchase it now fits in my kit and replaces a land rover chair. Mine can be seen in the photos of White Rose Wood's last meet. Squidders you will be pleasantly surprised if you take the plunge.
Alan


http://s640.photobucket.com/user/bustyaleep/media/2013-06-08170127_zpse9dbeaf8.jpg.html

Several dozen times I have found myself at the checkout only to give up at the last minute. The chair price is just about OK, it's the postage and import duty that smart a bit too much for me.

 

[benp1]

B&M are selling a tiny fold up stool for £2.99 at the moment, takes my weight of 17 stone.

Not as comfy, nor does it have a backrest

It's fine for short stints but ain't comfy for a few hours

 

[benp1]

I still covet a kermit chair http://www.kermitchair.com/

I'd love one of these, the BMW GS crowd are big fans. They don't pack up as small or light but would be a nice piece of kit for a meet or a base camp

 

[Nohoval_Turrets]

A friend of mine has one of these - I think the two-legged one, and it's very comfy. Seems very sturdy too. But he got it in the US, so I don't know about getting them on this side.

 

[kard133]

I found this, no idea how sturdy it is or if it is as light as they say.
http://www.manafont.com/product_info.php/extreme-light-weight-backsupported-foldable-stool-carrying-pouch-p-1220

 

[Bucephalas]

Is she just using her feet to balance?
Doesn't look like a relaxing sit does it?

 

[copper_head]

How about one of these, pretty good for a tenner. Nothing to break and only 450g.

 

[benp1]

Is she just using her feet to balance?
Doesn't look like a relaxing sit does it?

Yeah you have to balance, once you get the hang of sitting in it it's easy and very comfy, can sit in it for ages

 

[decorum]

Eureka! Helinox Chair One? Best be sat comfortably before clicking on the linky thing (generic link, no connections etc) ~ haven't got one, but want one. They're expensive, but comfortable (ymmv). And at least you can relax onto both buttocks at the same time .

 

[kard133]

How about one of these, pretty good for a tenner. Nothing to break and only 450g.

Or how about a fiver if you don't mind Team GB splashed over it.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Highlander-Team-Lion-Head-Stadium/dp/B008CLYBI6/ref=pd_sim_sg_1

 

[benp1]

Eureka! Helinox Chair One? Best be sat comfortably before clicking on the linky thing (generic link, no connections etc) ~ haven't got one, but want one. They're expensive, but comfortable (ymmv). And at least you can relax onto both buttocks at the same time .

Cheaper from UOL - http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/helinox_chair_one.html

It's the Alite 4 leg version chair rebranded

 

[kmac]

I looked at the Helinox for canoe camping but the price put me off. Went for this in the end. 1.9Kgs and £10 (Decathlon)

 

[Shewie]

I was just looking at chairs again after a miserable weekend dodging rain under a tarp, has anyone taken a punt on these Helinox copies? ...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Portable-...oods_Camping_furniture_ET&hash=item5af3687530