WTB Backpacking Chair-Helinox,Alite,Thermarest

[ORmuleys]

Looking for a backpacking chair.

Interested in:
Thermarest Treo
Helinox
Alite Mayfly or Monarch
REI Flex Lite

Let me know what you have.
Thanks

 

[colonel00]

I don't have one to sell you but I can offer some input. I currently have the Helinox (Chair One I guess), the older version of the REI chair and an Alite Mayfly. I've seen the Treo in stores but it looks bulky and heavy. While I like the Helinox and REI chair, they like to sink in anything but hard ground. There are ways to mitigate this but it involves bring something else with you. I had looked at the Helinox Ground Chair before I found my Mayfly for a steal. What's nice about them is they don't sink and you can rock back in them a little. They are lower to the ground which can be more of a challenge to get in and out of but they will also take up less space if you are using one in a tent. So far, the Mayfly is my favorite by far and it has a taller back section which makes it more comfortable.

Hope this helps in your search a little. While some may scoff at the idea of having a chair, my old bones really appreciate having a comfortable place to sit.

 

[ORmuleys]

Thanks for the input. I'm looking to get one for my Dad.

 

[bbrown]

The lower ones can be tough to get in and out of.

 

[monwilj]

ORmuleys your PMbox is full, http://www.rokslide.com/forums/rokslide-classifieds/51580-agnes-helinox-ground-chair.html#post538426 i also have 2 thermarest ultralight cots if your interested.

 

[ORmuleys]

Thanks. Inbox is clear

 

[ohhiitznik]

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[reallylivin]

I own an REI flexlite and a Wildhorn Outfitters. Unless you really want to shave the weight, the Wildhorn is much better, comes with special feet for soft ground and is 50 something shipped from Amazon.

TerraLite Portable Camping / Beach Chair - WildHorn Outfitters