Almost all my fishing is work overnighters so short sessions, but I like having a chair with me for when cooking etc as sitting on a bedchair kills my back.
Currently have a Solar Undercover low easy chair which has been good, folds up small and quite like being low to the ground. But material attached to one of the poles is almost split through so will be unusable soon.
Any recommendations for a new chair? Anything better than just buying a replacement Solar chair? Needs to be light and compact to go on barrow. Not worried about padding etc.
Currently have a Solar Undercover low easy chair which has been good, folds up small and quite like being low to the ground. But material attached to one of the poles is almost split through so will be unusable soon.
Any recommendations for a new chair? Anything better than just buying a replacement Solar chair? Needs to be light and compact to go on barrow. Not worried about padding etc.
In reply to Post #1
Fox duralite ticks box for me
Fox duralite ticks box for me
In reply to Post #2
+1 I've had one for years and it's very easy to carry due to how light it is and it folds down very well.
+1 I've had one for years and it's very easy to carry due to how light it is and it folds down very well.
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I have the same as you Ben. I have and have had loads of chairs, and I've found the SU the best. It even fits into my quiver for day sessions when I walk to a swim.
I guess it depends on the journey from car to swim, for waters where you park behind or very close to your swim, something more substantial would be OK. For swims that are a bit of a trek, then the SU gets my vote.
I have the same as you Ben. I have and have had loads of chairs, and I've found the SU the best. It even fits into my quiver for day sessions when I walk to a swim.
I guess it depends on the journey from car to swim, for waters where you park behind or very close to your swim, something more substantial would be OK. For swims that are a bit of a trek, then the SU gets my vote.
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I like to sit on a low chair in my bivvy doorway, back up against my bedchair, so I can be low enough to make a brew, cook, watch the water, tie rigs and read.
I was using a solar undercover chair, the same one is marketed by other companies, fox, avid, etc.
It's very low, your ass is about an inch off the floor and it's ok to sit in but almost impossible to get up from unless you're a gymnast or do a commando role...
I upgraded to the korda compac chair which is much better, with ass about 3-4" off the floor but it has small side arms that slightly help boost you up and out, and adjustable front legs to help level it.
The only issue i had with this chair is the rear legs bent at a point where they are drilled, so maybe only suitable to the more lightweight amongst us!
I now have the advanta endurance low chair. Sturdy steel, adjustable feet, slightly angled seat position (unlike some similar), proper arm rests, its great. Ass is about 6-8" off the floor but still low enough for my needs but easy for me to get out of.
The only issue is it doesn't fold completely flat, but a small compromise.
A few other companies do a similar design, solar, jrc, etc.
I like to sit on a low chair in my bivvy doorway, back up against my bedchair, so I can be low enough to make a brew, cook, watch the water, tie rigs and read.
I was using a solar undercover chair, the same one is marketed by other companies, fox, avid, etc.
It's very low, your ass is about an inch off the floor and it's ok to sit in but almost impossible to get up from unless you're a gymnast or do a commando role...
I upgraded to the korda compac chair which is much better, with ass about 3-4" off the floor but it has small side arms that slightly help boost you up and out, and adjustable front legs to help level it.
The only issue i had with this chair is the rear legs bent at a point where they are drilled, so maybe only suitable to the more lightweight amongst us!
I now have the advanta endurance low chair. Sturdy steel, adjustable feet, slightly angled seat position (unlike some similar), proper arm rests, its great. Ass is about 6-8" off the floor but still low enough for my needs but easy for me to get out of.
The only issue is it doesn't fold completely flat, but a small compromise.
A few other companies do a similar design, solar, jrc, etc.
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I have the Solar SP Low version but out of all the ones I managed to try out the Advanta one was in a pretty "comfortable" 2nd place behind the Solar for a lot less £££.
I have the Solar SP Low version but out of all the ones I managed to try out the Advanta one was in a pretty "comfortable" 2nd place behind the Solar for a lot less £££.
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Thanks, it has been good and like how it folds up rather than flat like other chairs. Bit frustrated it's worn out, not sure if 3 years of once a week use is reasonable or not?!
Thanks, it has been good and like how it folds up rather than flat like other chairs. Bit frustrated it's worn out, not sure if 3 years of once a week use is reasonable or not?!
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I also have the solar chair & love it. I actually find it very comfortable, more so than the traditional type chairs. But unfortunately being in my mid 40's with a seemingly ever enlarging midriff, it's the getting up part that kills me... I recommend the semi combat roll & stumble technique.
I've had mine around 4 or 5 years & it's still going strong (touch wood), maybe you just got unlucky?
I also have the solar chair & love it. I actually find it very comfortable, more so than the traditional type chairs. But unfortunately being in my mid 40's with a seemingly ever enlarging midriff, it's the getting up part that kills me... I recommend the semi combat roll & stumble technique.
I've had mine around 4 or 5 years & it's still going strong (touch wood), maybe you just got unlucky?
Just replaced my solar sp chair with a fox deluxe arm chair and its by far the most comfy chair that ive owned.
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unfortunately being in my mid 40's with a seemingly ever enlarging midriff, it's the getting up part that kills me... I recommend the semi combat roll & stumble technique.
unfortunately being in my mid 40's with a seemingly ever enlarging midriff, it's the getting up part that kills me... I recommend the semi combat roll & stumble technique.
I've got the jrc stealth x lite recliner which is comfy, very light and it reclines which for me is a must for my bad back.
I did misplace it for a bit and tried out a few and if I tried the duralite 2 recliner which I wouldn't hesitate to buy either.
I did misplace it for a bit and tried out a few and if I tried the duralite 2 recliner which I wouldn't hesitate to buy either.
Have you considered something from the Helinox or One tigress range of superlight chairs ..
If you want lightness ,comfort,strength and portability you won't go wrong with a Helinox Chair one in forest Green,I also have the xl chair one..
The chair weighs a kilo ,you either get a strap and 'wear or put it in yer barrow ,in my case a porterlite .
I got rid of all my fishing chairs ,I won't do a night or long day session without one ,I even use it on my cycle plus Rigged and Ready set up ...
Have a look !
If you want lightness ,comfort,strength and portability you won't go wrong with a Helinox Chair one in forest Green,I also have the xl chair one..
The chair weighs a kilo ,you either get a strap and 'wear or put it in yer barrow ,in my case a porterlite .
I got rid of all my fishing chairs ,I won't do a night or long day session without one ,I even use it on my cycle plus Rigged and Ready set up ...
Have a look !
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Would be nice to have such a light, yet comfortable chair, however looking at the legs, how does it manage on soft or typically uneven banks that we encounter on many fishing venues?
Even with the balls for the feet, visually the design does not look like it would be very stable on sloping ground
Would be nice to have such a light, yet comfortable chair, however looking at the legs, how does it manage on soft or typically uneven banks that we encounter on many fishing venues?
Even with the balls for the feet, visually the design does not look like it would be very stable on sloping ground
I think chairs always seem to be a balancing act between weight to comfort.
I'm on my second Nash Nomad chair. It's reasonably comfortable and weighs, I think, 3.5kg, which for me is light enough to carry in hand when taking minimal gear for a day session.
Just after buying the Nomad I saw a really light chair by JRC in AD, which can also recline, I'll definitely be having another look at these next time I need a new chair.
I'm on my second Nash Nomad chair. It's reasonably comfortable and weighs, I think, 3.5kg, which for me is light enough to carry in hand when taking minimal gear for a day session.
Just after buying the Nomad I saw a really light chair by JRC in AD, which can also recline, I'll definitely be having another look at these next time I need a new chair.
JRC Stealth X-Lo?
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For overnighters bedchair buddy has to be the answer? Daiwa Mission type are def the lightest (and can be folded into the bedchair in transit), but you could go Trakker Transformer which is a lot comfier on backs and can also be used as a standalone chair
For overnighters bedchair buddy has to be the answer? Daiwa Mission type are def the lightest (and can be folded into the bedchair in transit), but you could go Trakker Transformer which is a lot comfier on backs and can also be used as a standalone chair
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I was considering a bedchair buddy at one stage. The problem with them is that your bedchair is at the back of your bivvy, and your kit is at the front, therefore it restricts your visibility somewhat. Unless you want to faff about moving your kit around.
In the end, I went for a Trakker Levelite Transformer, they're good but not perfect. A bit bulky, they could certainly be made lighter. Some people also say that the quality is not good (stitching coming away at the seams I think), though mine is still going strong after several years. Also, the price of the things now!! Over £150 , think I paid around £75 for mine brand new. They are not worth that much in my opinion.
I was considering a bedchair buddy at one stage. The problem with them is that your bedchair is at the back of your bivvy, and your kit is at the front, therefore it restricts your visibility somewhat. Unless you want to faff about moving your kit around.
In the end, I went for a Trakker Levelite Transformer, they're good but not perfect. A bit bulky, they could certainly be made lighter. Some people also say that the quality is not good (stitching coming away at the seams I think), though mine is still going strong after several years. Also, the price of the things now!! Over £150 , think I paid around £75 for mine brand new. They are not worth that much in my opinion.
Trakker RLX nano chair (think that's what it's called). Really light for a fishing chair. It's low but I like that and I find it really comfortable.
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Good points Broken rod ,but I haven't been anywhere where I've not been able to use it ,and I do fish some un manicured swims/lakes
I have the ball feet ,and don't always use or need to use them,I'm a fussy Herbert when it comes to kit ,if it didn't earn its keep it'd be gone, I sold all my generic angling chairs, and that's all I use as they are very ,very strong
Definitely worth checking out for sure ..
Good points Broken rod ,but I haven't been anywhere where I've not been able to use it ,and I do fish some un manicured swims/lakes
I have the ball feet ,and don't always use or need to use them,I'm a fussy Herbert when it comes to kit ,if it didn't earn its keep it'd be gone, I sold all my generic angling chairs, and that's all I use as they are very ,very strong
Definitely worth checking out for sure ..
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I'll take a look, have seen them mentioned in the wild camping forums so could be something I make use for trips into the hills also. Always a bonus!
I'll take a look, have seen them mentioned in the wild camping forums so could be something I make use for trips into the hills also. Always a bonus!
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I came to a similar conclusion on the bedchair buddy. Good option but restricts you to just sitting on bedchair which isn't the easiest position for cooking etc IMO. The transformer chair does give a good option but agree £150 is crazy.
I came to a similar conclusion on the bedchair buddy. Good option but restricts you to just sitting on bedchair which isn't the easiest position for cooking etc IMO. The transformer chair does give a good option but agree £150 is crazy.
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You got me interested for those type of chairs a while ago, so this summer while in france i went to decathlon and checked some out. I'm still undecided. Found one with mud feet and a high back, but still wondering how i would feel after sitting in it for a day. Even went to temu, found a really nice one with mud feet and adjustable back, but still not sure
But yeah, the weight is something else so might have to give it a try some day.
You got me interested for those type of chairs a while ago, so this summer while in france i went to decathlon and checked some out. I'm still undecided. Found one with mud feet and a high back, but still wondering how i would feel after sitting in it for a day. Even went to temu, found a really nice one with mud feet and adjustable back, but still not sure
But yeah, the weight is something else so might have to give it a try some day.
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If your using a large bivvy / low bivvy then perhaps not the best option . . . if your a brolly user they're fine - you can cook on top of a bucket straight in front of you! Better still is an Ultralite - no ribs / v high rake so your head is clear when sitting upright and you get massive visibility.
If your using a large bivvy / low bivvy then perhaps not the best option . . . if your a brolly user they're fine - you can cook on top of a bucket straight in front of you! Better still is an Ultralite - no ribs / v high rake so your head is clear when sitting upright and you get massive visibility.
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I've got a Korum Aeronium that I use on the rivers
Think it only weighs 2kg and I can strap it on my rucksack if I want
Plenty comfortable enough for a day
I've got a Korum Aeronium that I use on the rivers
Think it only weighs 2kg and I can strap it on my rucksack if I want
Plenty comfortable enough for a day
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I had the aeronium deluxe before the stealth and it killed my back after a couple hours
I had the aeronium deluxe before the stealth and it killed my back after a couple hours
I got a Nash Indulgence Ultralite second hand.
It's 3.6kg, can be used as a bed buddy & comes with a shoulder carry strap. My only 2 complaints are:
It doesn't have arms.
The carry strap could use a pad
Apart from that I'm a big fan of it's portability & small footprint
It's 3.6kg, can be used as a bed buddy & comes with a shoulder carry strap. My only 2 complaints are:
It doesn't have arms.
The carry strap could use a pad
Apart from that I'm a big fan of it's portability & small footprint
I can tell you what not to buy !! The wychwood tactical x compact chair. The cover ripped after 2 months , I had to get a mate to weld the crossbar and the feet fall off. Other than that it's a quality bit of kit. ... I complained to wychwood and angling direct at just fobbed off. A shocking purchase.
Wouldn't the (dare I say) Nash Dwarf chairs also be worth considering?
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If you are fixed on a light chair these are good if you can source one - (I use a pimped long legged one on rivers)
JRC Stealth XLite
or alternatively one of these (I have two of the Daiwa versions previously released - Chub also released the exact chair - used these when the kids were little / as guest chairs for France) Reckon they weigh well under 2kg - bit low however!
Superlite Chair
If you are fixed on a light chair these are good if you can source one - (I use a pimped long legged one on rivers)
JRC Stealth XLite
or alternatively one of these (I have two of the Daiwa versions previously released - Chub also released the exact chair - used these when the kids were little / as guest chairs for France) Reckon they weigh well under 2kg - bit low however!
Superlite Chair
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Or the x-lo but they are rare as rocking horse poop now.
One on Ebay for £42 tho, second hand.
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Or the x-lo but they are rare as rocking horse poop now.
One on Ebay for £42 tho, second hand.
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