How important is it to carry a comfortable chair when camping? A comfortable chair can significantly improve the quality of your camping trip and enhance your sense of happiness during camping. So, how should you choose a camping chair?
A comfortable folding chair needs to follow the concept of ergonomics. Compared with ordinary folding chairs, ergonomic chairs fit the curve of the human spine well, conform to the natural shape of the human body, provide strong support for the waist and buttocks, reduce the energy consumption of the human body, thereby relieving the pressure on the body and the resulting fatigue. Even if you sit for a long time outdoors, you can naturally maintain a healthy and comfortable sitting posture.
Types of camping chairs
Common camping chairs on the market are divided into several styles according to their forms: moon chairs, Kermit chairs, butterfly chairs, and folding stools.
1.Moon chair
Many new campers will choose the moon chair as their first choice for their first outdoor camping. As a representative of lightweight camping chairs, the moon chair is loved by many people for its excellent wrapping, streamlined appearance, and clever structure that makes it small in size when folded.However, for the basic model of the moon chair, especially the high-backed ones,are prone to "tipping over" due to unstable center of gravity when sitting on them, so children and the elderly should be particularly careful.
The moon chair is usually made of wear-resistant and tear-resistant Oxford fabric for the seat surface, equipped with an aluminum alloy frame and a structure with four anti-slip foot covers. It is generally used for outdoor reading, drinking coffee, and cooking.
Advantages: Simple assembly, light weight and easy to carry;
Disadvantages: Poor stability. Use with caution for the elderly and children. Limited load-bearing space and capacity.
2.Butterfly chair
The butterfly chair gets its name because its shape resembles a butterfly. The bracket part of the butterfly chair is mostly made of wood, connected by metal rivets, and a high-strength Oxford cloth cover is hung on it, with a portable storage bag on the back.
Most people like it because of its comfortable sitting posture. The sufficient wrapping makes the waist feel relatively comfortable, perfectly meeting the need to sit for a long time without getting tired. There are also high-backrest styles, which can provide relatively good support for the head. Compared with the moon chair, the butterfly chair has a larger space, is more comfortable, has a high outdoor appearance, and has a good photo effect. It is suitable for outdoor rest and chatting, and can also be used for lunch breaks in the office.
Advantages: Comfortable sitting posture, good body wrapping, not tired after sitting for a long time.
Disadvantages: Bulky, average stability, and even more bulky if made of wood.
3.Kermit chair
The Kemit chair has a simple structure and is quite solid in both material and mechanical design.The bottom cloth of the Kermit chair is almost flat. When the body is sitting upright, the thighs cannot be supported by the chair cloth,and the legs will be suspended.Unless you stretch your legs out, and due to the structure of the human body, the most comfortable posture for the back after stretching the legs out is to lean back slightly, which also contributes to the elegant and comfortable posture of the Kermit chair when taking photos.Generally speaking, the large size of the Kermit chair has a higher seat cushion and backrest than the small size, while the width is the same, so in most cases the small size is sufficient. The small size is generally around 2KG, and the large size is generally around 2.7KG, with a basic load-bearing capacity of 120KG, which is enough.
Those who have visual pursuit for camping can try the Kermit chair. The high-value log texture is a versatile photo prop during outdoor trips, and it can also blend well with furniture even when used at home.
Advantages: Good-looking in photos, simple to store, good stability.
Disadvantages: It takes up more space after folding and has a relatively heavy weight.
4.Folding chair/stool
Folding chair/stool have actually been seen in many occasions. They are convenient to carry and easy to open and close, making them suitable for strolling with children. Another major advantage is that the price is very reasonable. It is suitable for use in scenarios such as home, outdoor camping, and outdoor fishing.
Advantages: Lightweight and portable, cost-effective, usable in multiple scenarios.
Disadvantages: Small capacity, low comfort.
How to choose a camping chair
When choosing camping chairs, we need to consider many factors, and the choice of camping chairs also varies from person to person. A chair that is comfortable for others may not be suitable for you. Even if you are of the same height, the length of your legs and the shape of your buttocks will have an impact on the final experience.
1. Chair seat material
Currently, the seat surfaces of most chairs on the market are made of Oxford fabric. Synthetic fiber fabrics are strong, wear-resistant and easy to maintain, making them suitable for beginners. Cotton canvas is skin-friendly, comfortable and has a good texture, making it suitable for those who love taking photos and have a high level of appearance.
Cotton canvas
Advantages: Skin-friendly, comfortable, with good texture and high appearance quality
Disadvantages: The price is relatively higher than that of chemical fibers, and it is prone to moisture and mold
Chemical fiber fabric
Advantages: Low price, sturdy, wear-resistant and easy to maintain
Disadvantages: It is sturdy, soft, elastic, and dries easily. The chair seat with a mesh design is also more breathable
2. Bracket material
The main materials for the frame are wood and aluminum alloy. It is recommended that beginners choose the lightweight and easy-to-maintain aluminum alloy camping chair, while advanced players should select the solid wood chair with a higher appearance level and comfort. The weather outdoors is unpredictable, so attention should be paid to protection and storage.
Wood
Advantages: Good texture and high appearance quality. It is relatively hard, durable and suitable for the dry northern regions
Disadvantages: It is very heavy, prone to deformation and mold in high humidity, and if oil or water stains cannot be dealt with in time, they will be difficult to clean
Aluminum alloy
Advantages: Lightweight, portable, easy to clean and maintain;
Disadvantage: It is not as stable as wooden ones and is prone to causing falls.
3.The load-bearing capacity
Judge according to the user's weight. The larger the D value, the better the load-bearing capacity. At present, reliable brands on the market will directly mark the specific load-bearing capacity, so you can choose the one that suits you.
4.The storage size
The folded chairs are divided into columnar and flat types.
Camping needs to reduce the burden, so for large items such as tables and chairs, under the premise of meeting the use conditions, try to choose those that are more portable for travel, such as one-piece camping chairs that do not need to be assembled or columnar chairs with small storage volume.
Columnar ones are more friendly to space utilization, and can be stuffed wherever there is a gap; flat ones need to calculate the position in advance and load the car in advance.
