The Best Camping Chairs for Hardcore Outdoor Relaxing
$150 $120 (20% off)
Dometic
Dometic is carving out a reputation for producing excellent-quality, innovative outdoor kit. While its electric coolers steal the headlines, its campground furniture has thoroughly impressed. A host of large reclining designs are perfect for RV users with unlimited amounts of storage, but for me, the Go stands out for its compact high-quality aluminum frame, smooth folding mechanism, wooden trim and super tough 600D nylon fabric.
It's an easy chair to transport and store, and once unfolded makes a real statement at the campground. It can take up to 280 pounds, which is reassuringly robust. I also found the low, but not too low, seat position really comfortable, with plenty of lumbar support and no sagging. I would obviously like a cup holder, but it's not a huge deal-breaker and would arguably spoil the luxe look of the armrests. While $150 isn't cheap, it represents excellent value for money, and I expect it to be offering reliable comfort for years to come. Specs Folded Dimensions 39.8 x 7.9 x 6.7 inches Weight 9 lbs. 6.2 oz. Seat Height 16 inches
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The Best Camping Chairs for Hardcore Outdoor Relaxing
Known for its ultra-cool, minimalist outdoor gear and camping equipment, Snow Peak's take on the classic Tripolina chair is a gorgeous blend of bamboo, aluminum, and canvas. It collapses down to an easily transportable, if slightly long, bundle that's easy to store at home and fit in the trunk. Aesthetically, the Take! is the most stylish camping chair on the market. The canvas sling gives the chair a relaxed, organic look, which is a nice change from the plastic poles and polyester. But be warned, it does get grubby and will need regular cleaning, especially at the corners. (You can buy a replacement for $50.) The aluminum and bamboo frame is strong and fairly light, and the canvas has a high back and deep seat allowing you to really lie back and relax. It is a very comfortable chair and on a recent camping trip was regularly fought over by kids and adults alike. Smaller people can also curl their feet up, which I was told is a nice bonus. You are quite reclined, however, so it's not great for eating or leaning forward for campfire conversations. This is an expensive camping chair, one that requires regular cleaning, but it is good-looking enough for home use, so technically you could argue you're getting a two-for-one. Specs Folded Dimensions 50 x 6 x 4 inches Weight 7 lbs. 12 oz. Seat Height 14 inches $150 $120 (20% off) Dometic Dometic is carving out a reputation for producing excellent-quality, innovative outdoor kit. While its electric coolers steal the headlines, its campground furniture has thoroughly impressed. A host of large reclining designs are perfect for RV users with unlimited amounts of storage, but for me, the Go stands out for its compact high-quality aluminum frame, smooth folding mechanism, wooden trim and super tough 600D nylon fabric. It's an easy chair to transport and store, and once unfolded makes a real statement at the campground. It can take up to 280 pounds, which is reassuringly robust. I also found the low, but not too low, seat position really comfortable, with plenty of lumbar support and no sagging. I would obviously like a cup holder, but it's not a huge deal-breaker and would arguably spoil the luxe look of the armrests. While $150 isn't cheap, it represents excellent value for money, and I expect it to be offering reliable comfort for years to come. Specs Folded Dimensions 39.8 x 7.9 x 6.7 inches Weight 9 lbs. 6.2 oz. Seat Height 16 inches
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