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Solar SP C-Tech Reclining Fishing Chair High (48 posts / 6,756 views)
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #1 26 May 2022 14:05
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Now my health is improving
I decided I need a comfy chair that I can doze off in been thinking about the Solar SP C-Tech Reclining Fishing Chair High version for ages I dont think there is any other chair that compares ??
I like a high back chair that stops a cold wind from behind and a high chair thats easy to get in and out of and the fact it reclines is great
I just need to wait until this coming bank holiday where Im sure there will be some discount codes about
so if you see any good deals on one please let me know
RKB
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Post #2 26 May 2022 14:25
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Best chair I have had - and very easy to get in and out of. Will keep an eye out for deals.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #3 26 May 2022 14:41
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In reply to Post #1
Had the Sonik SK-TEK Recliner for about a year now. Pretty comfy and reclines to near horizontal. £79 at Angling Direct.

Fallen asleep in mine many a time!
shilts
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Post #4 26 May 2022 15:36
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Got the low version which is not that low . This is by far the most comfy chair I've owned and very well built 👌
Bivvybug Bivvybug
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Post #5 26 May 2022 16:04
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I have the low one very very comfortable but heavy ok on barra wouldn't want to walk far with it
Mr-Thomas Mr-Thomas
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Post #6 26 May 2022 16:28
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Those were my thoughts when looking at the long legg version, I believe the Trakker recliner is quite a bit lighter but similar size. You can buy the Solar bolster pillow separately too if you want to stick it on the Trakker version.
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #7 26 May 2022 21:35
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As far as im aware the low version and the high version both have the same sized back. The only difference is the length of the legs. I have the low version and its easily the best chair ive owned in all the years of fishing.
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #8 26 May 2022 21:36
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In reply to Post #6
The trakker is more than likely made from cheaper inferior components which is why its lighter than the solar chair.
Mr-Thomas Mr-Thomas
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Post #9 26 May 2022 23:54
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So it's not made from better lightweight materials with a lower mark up then? God I wish you were the uneducated buyer in my day job 😂
Bivvybug Bivvybug
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Post #10 27 May 2022 07:45
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Happy to be wrong normally it's the other way round the heavier it is the cheaper the materials it's like cycles the cheaper frames are very heavy the more you pay the lighter they are so I think that applys to chairs
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #11 27 May 2022 09:41
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I dont think the Trakker is much of a price difference ? I can get the Solar for tackle tavern £154.99 and the Trakker is only a fiver or so difference ?
AND as I have said I want the HIGH version and I dont think its as High ? also I use to own the standard Trakker longback chair it was comfortable but I sold it and they definitely do not last very long lots of people have had problems with the stitching and frames snapping but not heard of any problems with the Solar
I genuinely believe the Solar is a far better chair and NO I DONT want the low version I dont give a monkeys if you love your low version
RKB
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Post #12 27 May 2022 09:45
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I am short and have the high version, it's absolutely fine. I sat on every conceivable chair known to man and there's no doubt that the Solar was more comfortable than the rest, which was much to my annoyance as I was looking for something cheaper. Next best IMO was the Advanta (Angling Direct) one.

You won't be disappointed with the high Solar chair.
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #13 27 May 2022 11:01
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Of course its not, you cant be that deluded surely?! its trakker, its made from inferior materials with a stupidly high mark up so the complete opposite of what you think. Ive owned two trakker chairs and the frame snapped on one and the stitching went on the other one with months of buying it. Not had a single issue with the solar chair and had it well over a year.
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #14 27 May 2022 11:13
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You cant compare bike frames to fishing chairs. A full carbon bike frame is 1000's where a steel framed bike could be £100. Fishing chairs are more or less the same but some are definitely better than others ie, stitching, hinges, leg adjustment and the position and quality of the welds on the frame. If you take a proper look at the solar chair the frame is double tube not single tube like the trakker chairs which is one of the reason they weigh more and are much more durable.
Bivvybug Bivvybug
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Post #15 27 May 2022 15:29
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In reply to Post #14
I was just thinking of an example probably not a good one wasn't thinking carbon was thinking steel vs aluminium frames anyway as I said the solar is the best out there omho
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #16 27 May 2022 16:19
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Agreed 👍🏻
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #17 27 May 2022 20:34
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SORTED GREAT PRICE £129.99 – £140.99


LINKY POO
tazi tazi
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Post #18 27 May 2022 22:54
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In reply to Post #17
Cheers Gerry. Just helped myself to the last one at that price as it'd be rude not too....
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #19 28 May 2022 07:20
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Cheers Gerry just ordered the last low one for my mate,you are an absolute legend were his words
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #20 28 May 2022 11:16
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happy to help you know me I like to help people save a few quid
to those that missed out keep checking as they get stock in every week so I expect they will have more by middle of next week
Ged
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Post #21 28 May 2022 13:14
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I think I'll be in the market for one of these soon, probably the low version. I've got a back problem and struggling with my current chairs. Can any of you existing users confirm if one will fit under a standard height bedchair (Fox Duralite)?
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #22 28 May 2022 13:16
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In reply to Post #21
Yes it will it folds very flat.
Ged
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Post #23 28 May 2022 13:21
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In reply to Post #22
Thanks Stuart, I've made some mods to an old JRC cocoon, so I'll see if this helps. If not I'll get one ordered.
Doing_a_brew Doing_a_brew
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Post #24 29 May 2022 23:27
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In reply to Post #17
I've got the high version Gerry, only tried it at home so far but it feels absolutely perfect for dozing in with your feet up on a bucket I'll be using mine for single overnighters on the Trent instead of a bed so wanted something quality and comfortable!
Nelbow Nelbow
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Post #25 30 May 2022 12:00
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I have this. My friend has the Fox R Series (I think it is) cost him £240. It is the most unbelievably comfy chair I've sat in. Its £100 more than the Solar but man... it's a dream to sit in. And it folds up on the bedchair unlike the Solar chair.
biggsyhaulin biggsyhaulin
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Post #26 30 May 2022 12:13
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In reply to Post #17
Yes Gerry, got one for Xmas,had a few carp seats in my time.....
But these are the dogs m8 👍.......sold the tracker straight away
frothey frothey
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Post #27 30 May 2022 15:30
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Most comfortable chair I've had is the Nash Moonchair. Heavy, but if barrowing it is it a problem? Don't have to sit upright, can slouch and be fully supported, lay across it - I've lost count of the times I've fallen asleep in it and when we are sitting out in the garden with friends, they all gravitate towards it (maybe it's the weight ))
People say they are expensive when compared to camping ones (they aren't actually that much more) but then recommend a £150+ glorified camping chair!

Fox R Series £240
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #28 30 May 2022 19:43
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Well DHL have my Solar chair so its on its way and I will let you know what I think when I have tried it

I have sat in a Nash Moonchair and I did not like it at all not at all as comfortable to me as I expected
my current chair is super comfy an old JRC the one with elastic all the way round but due to health issues I wanted a chair with arms to assist in getting out of it
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #29 30 May 2022 21:24
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only one criticism I have of the solar chair and its not a big issue but if you pull the fabric off the end of the frame (the bit you sit on) it's a bitch to get back on....the area the frame sits in could do with being a touch longer or fixed to the frame.
apart from that it's a comfy chair and 10 tines better than the trakker that snapped on the frame
frothey frothey
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Post #30 31 May 2022 07:19
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In reply to Post #28
Which just goes to show that the only way you can really judge how comfortable something is, is by actually sitting on them!
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #31 31 May 2022 10:10
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In reply to Post #30
spot on the same with bedchairs
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #32 31 May 2022 13:46
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In reply to Post #28
My mates chair just been delivered,he is one happy chap.He might actually stop sitting in mine now
oldgeezer oldgeezer
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Mr Linky Poo
Mr Linky Poo Post #33 31 May 2022 17:40
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well its arrived
I have mixed feelings at the moment bit disappointed with the height of the back I was expecting my head NOT !! to be above it when sat in the upright position
and it feels heavier than I thought it was going to be

but good point and one of the most important for me is with the height and the arms I can get in and out of it much easier than any of my previous chairs
Wayne Wayne
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Post #34 31 May 2022 20:00
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The Chair and bedchair weigh more then the haldron collider.......

Build quality on both is superb though......
tazi tazi
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Post #35 31 May 2022 20:55
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My highback arrived earlier (well, it's for the wife). She likes it as no more struggling getting up due to bad back.
nickfisherman
Posts: 342
Post #36 1 Jun 2022 10:11
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Hope it is at least as comfy as everyone says. I've got a new chair on my wish list and been looking at this chair, the weight and whether the back supports my head are pretty big concerns of mine - so sounds like I should be looking elsewhere despite the rave reviews. Thinking of getting the Fox Duralite XL chair. Only downside to it is it's not a recliner (which I would like, as do enjoy an afternoon snooze on the bank).
r0bertb00th r0bertb00th
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Post #37 1 Jun 2022 11:09
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In reply to Post #33
sold out so if its not for you Gerry let me know and I'll take it off you
MiniWelsh MiniWelsh
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Post #38 1 Jun 2022 17:13
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In reply to Post #36
I had similar requirements to you and ended up with the Aqua Transformer chair and first impressions are very good. It doesn't recline in the traditional sense but almost turns into a mini bed. No doubting the quality of the Solar hut one for you to consider
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #39 1 Jun 2022 17:37
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Is that the Aqua one that snapped on a few people
MiniWelsh MiniWelsh
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Post #40 1 Jun 2022 20:44
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Didn't come across those reports when I was looking into it so bloody well hope that doesn't happen as not cheap. Feels solid and well made, but time will tell. Bought it for a week in France in August with the family so will give it a good workout then
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #41 1 Jun 2022 21:33
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In reply to Post #40
I'm sure some pics were posted on here and I have heard of a couple more
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #42 2 Jun 2022 05:46
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In reply to Post #41
Is the aqua not the same as the trakker chair but with a different logo?
MiniWelsh MiniWelsh
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Post #43 2 Jun 2022 07:13
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In reply to Post #42
The back legs are different, in that the Aqua have adjustable back legs whereas the Trakker has a bar. Guess the rest of the spec is very similar as I didn't realize that they were basically the same company until my chair turned up in a Trakker products box with the Aqua stickers and info
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #44 3 Jun 2022 09:39
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I believe trakker own aqua but aqua are supposedly the premium side of the business or they used to be.
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #45 3 Jun 2022 10:55
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Cipher owns both
stuart666 stuart666
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Post #46 3 Jun 2022 11:27
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In reply to Post #45
👍🏻 Who are cipher mate?
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #47 3 Jun 2022 12:28
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All I know is if you ring the customer service number they answer it and call it Cipher development I think it is
r0bertb00th r0bertb00th
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Post #48 16 Jun 2022 15:22
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In reply to Post #47
cipher have owned trakker and aqua for some time now but back on track - Tackle Tavern have 2 chairs back in just placed my order many thanks Gerry
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