How to Choose a Camp Chair
Crazy Creek The Original Chair
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This simple chair features carbon-fiber stays to keep it light for travel and foam cushioning to provide a surprisingly comfortable seat on the beach or in camp.
Shop similar products- Durable coated ripstop nylon cushioned with 0.5 in.-thick closed-cell foam insulates you from the cold ground
- Sturdy, lightweight carbon fiber stays offer firm yet flexible support
- Side webbing straps with quick-release buckles adjust your sitting position
- Crazy Creek Original chair is lightweight and packable with handles for easy carrying; hook-and-loop straps keep chair closed when you're on the go
| Best Use | Camping Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Unfolded Dimensions | 16.5 x 15.5 x 16.5 (H x W x D) inches |
| Folded Dimensions | 16.5 x 15.5 x 1 inches |
| Weight Capacity (lbs) | 250 pounds |
| Seat Material(s) | Ripstop nylon/closed-cell foam |
| Frame Construction | Carbon fiber stays |
| Weight | 1 lb. 10 oz. |
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PranaMedic
North Shore, MA
Remarkably Pleased ...
13 years ago
I spent ridiculous amounts of time reading reviews of all chairs in this price range. I finally took the gamble, liking that I can use as a pad for camping with sleeping bag (since I normally go with none, that will be a bonus). In short, I'm average 170lbs-180lbs and about 6'. I find that it supports me well, once I tinkered with the adjustable side arms. When I first tried It I ran for the receipt and packing to return the chair. But, again, a little tweaking and I found the balance spot. On the beach, it will actually work as a nice reclining rocker, just dig a couple sand trenches with your heels. The storage on the back is handily done too.
Yes , I recommend this product
Christo
Charleston, South Carolina
Chair Veteran
7 years ago
I got my first Crazy Creek Original in the late 90's. Then I got divorced and all she wanted was my Chair. I got two more in about 2001 and I'm telling you they are still relevant. It's one of my favorite pieces of gear. Why did I get two? Because if you only get one someone will always want to try it out and you know the rest of that story. They are great for the beach; the sand rinses right off. Great on the boat as they are kind to my fiberglass. I've even taken then to sporting events to make my bleacher time more tolerable. They are the Bell of the Ball and everyone asks about them. They fold up nicely, they're rugged. Mine have mesh storage sewn into the back which is a nice feature but one I haven't used a whole lot. Get The Chair and if you aren't happy, send me the bill.
Yes , I recommend this product
lazyizzy
UT
Great
13 years ago
I'm a Mom but this product isn't just for Momma's. Boy has it been useful. Useful enough I thought it was worthwhile to write a revview. :) We bring this chair on cragging days so I can have a comfy seat to feed the baby in. It lays flat so then it is perfect for diaper changes and naps. It has been a little essential piece to help me keep adventuring. Non mommy uses- Great at the campsite! Or anywhere else you need a comfy chair. Sinch up the sides and you can store loose jackets or what not.
Yes , I recommend this product
Hiker Gal
Boston, MA
Not as pleased with this version of camp chair
8 years ago
I brought the REI camp chair and loved it. Wanted to have more of them and saw this brand (Crazy Creek) was on sale so ordered three of them. I don't like this one nearly as much as the REI-brand camp chair. This one hits me in a weird place on my back, plus the back support tends to buckle a little, making it feel less secure. I still use them but I always favor the REI brand. (I have no association whatsoever with REI.)
No, I do not recommend this product
Old Boy Scout
Huntington Beach, CA
Great Chair
13 years ago
This is a very comfortable chair. Steel bars in the seat keep it rigid, even on bleachers. It is so nice to be able to lean back, especially in camp, and I'm 245 lbs. My chair weighs in at 953 grams, 2.1 lbs, so it is the one luxury item I take with me on backpacking trips. There are 3 cons. Once opened, the bag is too small and you really have to roll it up tight to get it back in. I just use a strap. The bag fits a Platypus 2L Zip water container and I use it for that as I hang the Platypus in the space between my back and eternal frame pack. Rolling it up is awkward because the valve ends up on the inside of fold. So as you roll from one side, you have to have your finger inbetween the folded halves on the other side, holding down the valve to let air out as you roll. The valve is not robust. If you push on it too hard you disconnect the rubber nubbin on rubber flap from the plastic arms holding the nubbin. You have to put it back together carefully. So just don't push too hard. Putting the valve on the back of the chair would be better than on the seat.
Yes , I recommend this product