I just got my Zen delivered today. I went with the smaller version due to my space availability. Initial impression: this thing is waaaay comfy. I don't like how the arms are just like the cheap chairs but other than that, I think it was worth the dough. As a 200 lb guy with persistent back and knee pain, these are just the ticket. I'm going to order the big one next payday.
The Great Camp Chair Debate
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ManleyORV
Rugged. Reliable. Ready.
I have some chairs that I purchased from Costco back in 2000 that have held up great. The closest chair I have found to it can be purchased here, the only difference I can tell between this chair and the ones I bought at Costco are the Costco chairs armrests are covered with padded fabric, everything else appears to be the same. Oh, and these chairs do not have any leg interference.
Here is a pic of of the current version of the Costco like chair and it has a weight capacity of 350 pounds for us bigger guys
Pretty sure I have this exact chair and it is going on 13 years of camping, probably used thousands of hours! It's very sturdy and I'm a big guy, and you sit up straight, not down in it, which I like. Yours is green with tan frame and accents? (I realized you posted this 3 years ago so I probably wont' get a response), but I LOVE this chair. Wish I could find some more.
-Josh
bloody sunday
New member
I have that exact chair, except it's in a tan color. I just got it today from a garage sale.
Ever since I sat in one two years ago I have been on the hunt for one, and it just turned up. I bought this before I found the maccabee, though:
http://www.amazon.com/Mountaineerin...92381&sr=8-2&keywords=folding+camp+chair+alps
it's great. but, the maccabee I bought for $3, way easier on the wallet than the $80 I spent on the Alps chair :Wow1:
Ever since I sat in one two years ago I have been on the hunt for one, and it just turned up. I bought this before I found the maccabee, though:
http://www.amazon.com/Mountaineerin...92381&sr=8-2&keywords=folding+camp+chair+alps
it's great. but, the maccabee I bought for $3, way easier on the wallet than the $80 I spent on the Alps chair :Wow1:
Dennx
Adventurer
I got this GCI recliner at REI. Very comfortable for my 6-4 frame and the high back is nice. I like to lean back a bit in my chair while staring at the stars and this one allows that without the fabric digging into the back of my neck. It doesn't pack small like the Pico, but I don't care. I like the zero gravity style recliners, but those are too bulky to pack.
http://www.rei.com/product/846919/gci-outdoor-outdoor-recliner-chair
http://www.rei.com/product/846919/gci-outdoor-outdoor-recliner-chair
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sourdough
Adventurer
+2, great chairs
keoni004
Observer
The Kelty Loveseat is a fantastic chair. Good for sitting in the backyard or weekend soccer games for the kids. I picked one up on Amazon for a great price (less than MSRP). If you're in need of seating for two, this thing is amazing. Comfortable, good height (<5'6" couple) and comes with a bottle opener attached to each cup holder; also comes with a nice carrying bag.
Mike S
Sponsor - AutoHomeUSA
I'm just going to wait for these from Mike at Autohome.
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We are running the wood through the shaper and have parts on order. Not much longer to wait!
We have made a switch to no. 8 canvas duck cover (British tan) in response to quite a few comments from people who prefer the canvas to ballistic nylon. The carry bags with still be ballistic nylon, but will include a carry handle and shoulder strap
Note the prototype canvas covers in the photo have olive trim - the production models will have a darker tan trim. All edges are served and double stitched.
etcatmeat
Observer
This is my favorite chair of all time. Folds up really small just like the cheapo $10 ones and is built with no plastic connectors etc. Very comfortable also. Another company designed and built this chair, Coleman bought the design and is selling them now.
http://www.coleman.com/product/coleman-patio-sling-chair/2000003072?contextCategory=10010#.UUNl0Rxwrzw
http://www.coleman.com/product/coleman-patio-sling-chair/2000003072?contextCategory=10010#.UUNl0Rxwrzw
Honu
lost on the mainland
in my massive downsizing mission I am on
we picked up some of the newer REI Flex Lite Chair
packs down super tiny and super light at under 2 lbs
4 of these might be a major space savings over our regular camp chairs we use now
have to say they are pretty comfy and the seat height is not so low its tough to stand up out of
for reclining I found out if you use a legless chair back and tuck it down your back you can recline and have your head supported !
would be nice to have it about 4 inches taller for eating at our IGT table height ? we plan on a bench for our kids to eat at which we will double use in the tent for a getting ready space for the kids I am going to sit on the one storage bin and not sure about the 4th taller chair needed ?
wondered if I could make up leg extensions for the chair ? hmmmmmm
we picked up some of the newer REI Flex Lite Chair
packs down super tiny and super light at under 2 lbs
4 of these might be a major space savings over our regular camp chairs we use now
have to say they are pretty comfy and the seat height is not so low its tough to stand up out of
for reclining I found out if you use a legless chair back and tuck it down your back you can recline and have your head supported !
would be nice to have it about 4 inches taller for eating at our IGT table height ? we plan on a bench for our kids to eat at which we will double use in the tent for a getting ready space for the kids
I am going to sit on the one storage bin and not sure about the 4th taller chair needed ? wondered if I could make up leg extensions for the chair ? hmmmmmm
in my massive downsizing mission I am on
we picked up some of the newer REI Flex Lite Chair
packs down super tiny and super light at under 2 lbs
4 of these might be a major space savings over our regular camp chairs we use now
that's awesome!
i will be switching to these chairs, too... at least, i will go to REI and try them out.
the price is a bit higher than i would like as i need four.
i figure after i play with one at the store i will buy two now and then go back and get the other two
joel