forgie wrote:Closed cell foam mat+ground+tree=chair
I don't see why anyone would lug a chair around. You could just sit on a rock or something. I'd rather save the weight.
simonm wrote:A few sea kayakers use this one but I wouldn't want to be lugging it around on a walk http://www.helinox.com.au/helinox-chair-one.php
Actually, it’s not !ILUVSWTAS wrote: Ludicrous idea!
bernieq wrote:Actually, it’s not !ILUVSWTAS wrote: Ludicrous idea!
At 191g, a thermarest Compack chair is great – yes, you can sit on a rock but you can’t lead back - and a rock at the base of a tree is OK if the tree is where you want to sit (ie near the fire).
With bad weather, it also gets some use in the tent - sitting in the sleeping bag, cooking, eating, reading etc - very relaxing.
note : it works with any mat that it around 50cm wide (including closed-cell foam). There is also a wider version (254g 63cm)
Don't rubbish it until you've tried it.
bernieq wrote:At 191g, a thermarest Compack chair is great – yes, you can sit on a rock but you can’t lead back - and a rock at the base of a tree is OK if the tree is where you want to sit (ie near the fire).
With bad weather, it also gets some use in the tent - sitting in the sleeping bag, cooking, eating, reading etc - very relaxing.
Tortoise wrote:bernieq wrote:At 191g, a thermarest Compack chair is great – yes, you can sit on a rock but you can’t lead back - and a rock at the base of a tree is OK if the tree is where you want to sit (ie near the fire).
With bad weather, it also gets some use in the tent - sitting in the sleeping bag, cooking, eating, reading etc - very relaxing.
I still have my original thermarest chair. I don't often take it these days, as reducing the weight I carry is becoming more important to me. I sometimes take it if I'm doing a walk-in basecamping kind of thing - ie not too many kms carrying the full pack, and anticipating a fair bit of time at camp. It's brilliant when tent-bound for a day or two. My back is happier.
bernieq wrote:At 191g, a thermarest Compack chair is great .....
Don't rubbish it until you've tried it.
gayet wrote:I can thoroughly recommend the Helinox . I have had one for a few years now I think. I take it because I have a dodgy spine and a rock, log or the ground just makes matters worse. Surprising how often other peopple in the group use it if I am not actually sitting in it. Light weight, easy to get ready for use, and a strong carry bag that I do attach to the outside of the pack (quick access) and can tuck some small useful articles around it in the bag.
Bow wrote:Agree with the above (condesending) quote from Forgie, that we can also sit on a rock/ground. We can also rub two sticks together to make fire - but it's more comfortable to use a lighter......
Bow wrote:Hi all,
I'm just starting to get into the longer hikes and doing overnighters. I've had a few people insist that one of the things I must find room for in my kit is a chair!
Sounded a bit silly at the start, but now I think about it - after walking 5 hours or so, it would be nice to relax on a seat. Am I on a hiding to nothing here? Or does someone have a suggestion for a lightweight hiking chair.
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