Camp Chairs

[ArkansasDon]

the wife & I been using the same camp chairs for well over 11 years, we notice on our last trip we both are sinking deeper into the seat which makes for sore backs. We are in our mid 60's (I'm 6' 1 1\2" tall 260 lbs, the wife 5' 4" tall weight ? ) & are looking for quality camp chairs that fold up 18 to 21 " across (shown in 1st photo) & can be easily stored in the back compartment of our offroad camper trailer (shown in the 2nd photo, teal color bags). We are not into rockers, glides, lounges, just a solid well built quality upright chair to sit in & relax. We looking to spend 100.00 to 120.00 each. Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Kingsize24]

These are cheaper than your $100 price tag, but they have been AWESOME chairs for the wife and I. Very comfortable.

https://www.rei.com/product/215691/mountain-summit-gear-quilted-low-chair

Edit: For your price range, you could even get their rockers if you are into that. They are pretty much like a lazy boy for the camp world. 😂

 

[kmacafee]

We've been using these for years and they are sturdy, easy to get up from and the side table is a nice to have.

https://www.harborfreight.com/foldable-aluminum-sports-chair-blue-56719.html

 

[Sparse Gray Hackle]

If your budget will handle it, spend more ($300), and go with a Kermit Chair. The best back support of any camp chair I’ve experienced. If you’re tall, consider the leg extensions.

Extremely well made.

Another, the GCI Pico chair is a more budget friendly chair that I like.

Ed: I just noticed Kermit is offering a taller chair now.

 

[JackW]

I've had some great chairs over the years (including a Kermit which lives in my Defender 90 permanently) but the Australian Drifta Stockton has claimed top spot after lots of other chairs.
If you've ever hung around Aussies you know they are serious about their camping gear. Folded in their bag they are about 8" x 8" x 35". Very comfortable!



It reclines! and with the optional slip on pillow its great for star gazing or naps.
With current exchange rates its about $130 including shipping from down under

Drifta Stockton Deluxe Reclining Camp Chair – Drifta Stockton

The Drifta Stockton Deluxe Reclining Chair brings style to your campsite! Featuring 4 reclining positions, an aluminium extruded frame, bamboo armrests and a high quality canvas backrest! This recliner chair comes in a multiple of colours including black, brown, green and pink. Dimensions Setup...

driftastockton.com.au

 

[kmcintyre]

Some of these look great but I'm amazed that chairs can cost $200-$300! They better last for 2 lifetimes

 

[fourfa]

I’ll put in my vote for the classic Frontrunner Expander chair. Main advantage is it folds up into a tiny space (my critical requirement, with a pretty compact rig), about 17” square. Not expensive ($80, maybe $65 on sale), sturdy and long-lasting, though there is a Chinese Coleman knockoff I’ve seen in Target for even less.

Weight rating is a bit marginal though at 253 lbs

 

[bas157]

I really like my Alps Mountaineering Leisure Chair
https://alpsmountaineering.com/leisure-chair-parent.html

Amz has them for $80...much more than I paid from Sierra Trading Post 11 years ago. Still going strong after 11 years though. The handle on the bag dry rotted off as well as the 'piping' along the seat edges, but I don't really notice that at all. Sewed new handle onto the bag.

Some chairs dig into my lower thighs when sitting in them, these don't (6', 250ish pounds)

Those Drifta chairs look nice though.

 

[aruss]

A little above your price point but I love our strongbacks. Found a couple to try in a thrift store after seeing them suggested here and now have 3 new ones.

 

[aruss]

Broken link apparently, Strongback Elite on Amazon 124$.

 

[RealRigsRattle]

Here's my vote. ARB Pinnacle Camp Chair. Very stable, excellent upright position. Tons of pockets. $120ish. Only downside I've found is the length. Packed down they're about 44 inches long.

 

[dms1]

These Sam's club chairs are super sturdy and comfortable and last a long time.

Member's Mark Adult Hard Arm Chair - Samsclub.com

Buy Member's Mark Adult Hard Arm Chair at Samsclub.com

www.samsclub.com

 

[86scotty]

$20 for that Sam's one above. Unreal! I would try that one today if I did Sam's club.

My favorite is NLA. Lost one in a fire, still have the other. It's an old Coleman Patio Sling chair with a vinyl seating/back surface (picture below). I've never seen any others quite like it. The material is a fine thatched vinyl that won't absorb water. If you leave it out in the rain a quick wipe with a towel grabs all the moisture off of it.
The older I get the more I like it. Can't stand the backpacking type that sit you right on the ground anymore.

I've also had a GCI Pico chair for about 20 years that's always with me.

If I were going to try anything mentioned here so far I'd check out that ARB! Shame you probably can't find one to try anywhere. If I'm wrong what common stores would stock it or have a floor model?

 

[RealRigsRattle]

$20 for that Sam's one above. Unreal! I would try that one today if I did Sam's club.

My favorite is NLA. Lost one in a fire, still have the other. It's an old Coleman Patio Sling chair with a vinyl seating/back surface (picture below). I've never seen any others quite like it. The material is a fine thatched vinyl that won't absorb water. If you leave it out in the rain a quick wipe with a towel grabs all the moisture off of it.
The older I get the more I like it. Can't stand the backpacking type that sit you right on the ground anymore.

I've also had a GCI Pico chair for about 20 years that's always with me.

If I were going to try anything mentioned here so far I'd check out that ARB! Shame you probably can't find one to try anywhere. If I'm wrong what common stores would stock it or have a floor model?

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I found my ARB chairs on the floor at a local off-road shop call Desert Rat in Arizona. I believe Off-Road Warehouse may stock them as well. The ARB website does have a store locator and that's how I found mine, so it seems pretty accurate.