LD Mountain Centre does not accept responsibility for items being delayed through customs/ security checks or adverse weather conditions. To put the chairs to the test, we first set them up without reading or looking at any instructions, and we attempted to pack them back into their bags. For this metric, we evaluated the myriad ways chairs can be more or less comfortable and used these characteristics to rate each product against each other. If you don't mind a bit of extra weight, this model offers unmatched comfort wrapped up in a reasonably small travel size. Though 2 ounces could be a deal-breaker to some hikers, the vast majority of even the most ultralight backpackers are willing to add the minuscule weight of the Therm-a-Rest Z Seat to their kits.

The Helinox Ground Chair is a unique tent chair that sits even lower to the ground than its closest competitors, making it more of a recliner meant to extend legs forward. If you are going to plop down in a backpacking chair with a full rack still attached, the Big Six is the one to do it in! We’re a bit obsessed with making comfortable gear using cutting edge technical design and materials, to keep quality high and weight low.

That would make sense, since the company makes some of the best ultralight backpacking gear around, including the award-winning Copper Spur, Tiger Wall and Fly Creek tents. A high-tenacity Robic™ yarn is lightweight and 25-30% stronger than regular yarn in the same denier. If you're looking to make an investment in a quality piece of gear that you'll find countless uses for, this is an excellent choice and holds high value. The Therm-a-Rest Trekker Chair Kit is similar in that it relies on tension from leaning back in it, but it also has a much broader base than Crazy Creeks.

Registration only takes effect after receipt of my confirmation; it is possible to unsubscribe at any time. With our line of Camp Furniture, you'll find a lot of similarities with our camping gear: simple and intuitive setup; thoughtful, innovative design; and comfort to the highest degree. We love that some of the Helinox models include picture directions printed on the chairs, making your first setup as easy as your fifteenth. This chair is really easy to set up, takes up very little space, and would be a major upgrade from sitting on the ground. Sit pads like the Therm-a-Rest Z Seat and Nemo Chipper are truly just a piece of foam that offers just a hint of padding and primarily keeps your butt from getting wet and dirty if you're sitting on the ground.

We rate each seat on its comfort throughout 30 minutes of lounging, its size and how much it weighs, its overall stability when getting in and out, and its ease of use. BACKCOUNTRY TOUGH - Made with ultralight nylon ripstop for extra durability, paired with high-tenacity robic yarn that adds 25% - 30% more strength; Waterproof UTS coating withstands mountain weather; The Skyline UL Chair has a trail weight of 1lb 11oz, packed weight of 1lb 12oz, and packed size of 3.