How to Choose a Camp Chair

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Lightweight and packable, yet designed for serious lounging on any terrain, the Helinox Playa chair keeps your neck and shoulders supported, cool breezes flowing and hydration within reach.
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View all Helinox Camp ChairsBest Use | Camping |
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Unfolded Dimensions | 36.5 x 31 x 27.5 inches |
Folded Dimensions | 21 x 6 x 6 inches |
Seat Height | 11 inches |
Weight Capacity (lbs) | 320 pounds |
Seat Material(s) | Polyester |
Frame Construction | DAC aluminum |
Weight | 3 lbs. 15 oz. |
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As a prior reviewer mentioned, would be nice if it included a pillow (as there is a spot to put one). Recline is rather steep and I found my neck hurting after trying to read for 30 minutes. Also, if you aren’t sitting in the chair and a slight breeze comes by, the chair blows over (probably because of its light weight) but is annoying - especially if you have a drink in the cup holder that spills everywhere (which has happened to me numerous times). Puts together super easily and has a small footprint so it is portable, but comfort is so-so. Will keep but will try to buy a different type of chair that is more adjustable.
I was very pleased at the construction and how easily it was assembled. It also looks great. Sadly, after half an hour, my back was screaming. The recline was too extreme so that if I didn’t want to be looking up at a 45 degree angle and instead see my companions sitting around me, I had to give my abs a workout by sitting upright with no back support. Really wanted to like it but returned it the next day.
I don't understand the poor reviews, seem totally off base to me, but I guess everyone has different requirements. I love this chair. For me this chair is incredible. It snaps together quickly and is lightweight and amazingly comfy to boot. I suspected being low to the ground would be ideal for stretching out and it is! It's like having a footrest without having one. But you can also comfortably bend the legs up for a more traditional camping chair posture. Such a joy to sit in I've been finding myself outside more because of it!
I love the company, the lightweight design, the 5 year warranty, but for a $200 chair I was expecting to be comfortable. Immediately upon sitting down my neck hurt, there is no pillow included, I moved over to my $20 Costco chair and immediately regretted my decision. Packed it up and sent it back.