Red Rabbit Report post Posted June 27, 2017 Has anyone used one of the Helinox chairs for glassing? Pros? Cons? This model is only 1 pound. http://www.campsaver.com/helinox-chair-zero?utm_source=website&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=vs_hp_helinox_june Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PseAZ Report post Posted June 27, 2017 I use one that's just like that off ebay cost me like $25...? works great, takes a second to set up but I like it a lot better than a 3-leg chair comfort wise. I usually throw my sweatshirt or something behind me tho to help me sit up in the chair better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregaz Report post Posted June 28, 2017 It works well when your tripod will fit over your lap. I find it comfortable when I can "spread" my tripod legs so I can glass while leaning back into the chair. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZ8 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Interesting. I'm always looking for new stuff. Those legs look like they'd sink into wet ground tho. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 I would definetely like a cheaper model. I really like being able to lean back when glassing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke-BE Report post Posted June 28, 2017 They pack up really small and very light. But I didn't go ahead and get one because I would have to lean forward to look through my binos. I couldn't get my tripod to spread the legs out far enough to make it work so it became more uncomfortable Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PseAZ Report post Posted June 28, 2017 I fold up my sweatshirt and place it behind me to help prob me up. I always have something with me so it works well. my new tripod will also go out far enough if I wanted to kick back, Defiantly helped me spend more time in the glass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CatfishKev Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Rei I think has some similar on sale right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PRDATR Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Rei I think has some similar on sale right now. Not to jack this thread but the REI in Tempe has moved to Ray Rd. I think it is smaller with a lot less stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Rabbit Report post Posted June 28, 2017 I have tried a couple of Crazy Creek "chairs" in hopes of finding some back support. I went back to just a foam pad and occasionally lean back to stretch out. With this Helinox chair, I wonder if leaning slightly forward is comfortably doable. Perhaps a trip to granola REI to test is in order. Thank y'all for your responses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost85 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Although i may be acting defiantly, i would definitely like to take one for a test a drive. Look pretty cool. I rarely glass from level ground though it seems Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
300RUM Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Rei I think has some similar on sale right now. Not to jack this thread but the REI in Tempe has moved to Ray Rd. I think it is smaller with a lot less stuff. Yes, it is just north of the Home Depot on 54 th street. I saw it when I went to Home Depot but have not been in it yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZbowhntr Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Those legs would scare me. I have the Jim White glassing seat and can't imagine what I am going to do when it is finally gone. The lower back support is key to glassing for longer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost85 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 This one looks pretty cool. I like the idea of not having to be on level ground. https://www.rei.com/product/846402/alite-monarch-butterfly-chair Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Rabbit Report post Posted June 28, 2017 This one looks pretty cool. I like the idea of not having to be on level ground. https://www.rei.com/product/846402/alite-monarch-butterfly-chair May be good on a slope, but it may provide faceplant entertainment after a beer around the campfire?? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
