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« on: February 09, 2009, 09:43:46 PM » |
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Does anyone take a small light weight chair or pad while backpacking and if so what type do yall carry?
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« Reply #1 on: February 09, 2009, 11:12:30 PM » |
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not me
I'm pretty happy laying down once the chores are done.
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« Reply #2 on: February 10, 2009, 09:16:53 AM » |
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I bought a couple last week at a thrift store, haven't tried them yet (not sure if they're worth the weight). They are a few that use your current inflatable pad, either from Big Agnes or Thermarest.
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« Reply #3 on: February 10, 2009, 09:36:02 PM » |
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I found this one at REI thought it wasn't to bad. Anyone got one of these? http://www.rei.com/product/765283 |
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« Reply #5 on: February 11, 2009, 10:27:49 AM » |
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Bass Pro has a stool just like the REI one for $20......but its 26oz  |
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« Reply #6 on: February 11, 2009, 10:32:21 AM » |
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Does anyone take a small light weight chair or pad while backpacking and if so what type do yall carry?
A cut down blue pad is sufficient. If you really want to get fancy they do have some lightweight options on a chair. http://bigagnes.com/Produ...cessory/CycloneSLChairKitHighlife turned us on to those. They only weight a few ounces and are pretty darn comfy. |
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« Reply #8 on: February 11, 2009, 10:34:27 AM » |
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That one is really light, thanks Matthew! |
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« Reply #9 on: February 11, 2009, 10:42:28 AM » |
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« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2009, 10:46:32 AM » |
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Im with Matt on the blue foam pad. Softens up rocks and trees, can be multi purposed into a wind screen for your stove, rolled up for a neck roll for a nap, ultra light weight and cheap. I can get about 4 sitting pads for less than $6 out of one roll of that blue pad from WallyWorld.
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« Reply #11 on: February 11, 2009, 01:46:39 PM » |
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I found this one at REI thought it wasn't to bad. Anyone got one of these? http://www.rei.com/product/765283I bought one of these since it was on clearance...Horr ible. I tried just sitting on it for 30 minutes in the living room watching TV, and hated it. Rock/Stump/Ground would be better. Do not waste you r money. Eric |
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« Reply #12 on: February 11, 2009, 01:53:00 PM » |
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I found this one at REI thought it wasn't to bad. Anyone got one of these? http://www.rei.com/product/765283I bought one of these since it was on clearance...Horr ible. I tried just sitting on it for 30 minutes in the living room watching TV, and hated it. Rock/Stump/Ground would be better. Do not waste you r money. Eric haha thanks i figured it would not be that comfortable |
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« Reply #13 on: February 13, 2009, 02:39:45 PM » |
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If you have a thermarest pad, i recommend the chair kit. You can get it at most Outdoor Stores, and it costs around $29. It is light, easy to use, and folds up to be stored in your stuff sack. Its nice to use as a recliner after a tough hike!
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« Reply #14 on: February 13, 2009, 03:34:34 PM » |
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I didnt know they made a chair kit. I have a thermarest I use. I will have to look into that kit. thanks!
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« Reply #15 on: February 13, 2009, 04:03:56 PM » |
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its just like the Big Agnes chair kit. Just make sure you get the correct width (I think theres a 20" and a 25" or something close to that)
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« Reply #16 on: February 13, 2009, 05:15:20 PM » |
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I found a slinglight knockoff a couple of months ago for only $20. Too heavy for long distance trips but nice for weekend trips and kayak camping.
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« Reply #17 on: February 17, 2009, 10:39:30 PM » |
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I use the bigagnes chair sleeve for a sleeping pad. I love the thing.
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« Reply #18 on: February 25, 2009, 03:25:49 AM » |
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I have have had a therma-rest just the ridge. Will the foam pads work the same in the chair kits?
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« Reply #19 on: February 25, 2009, 11:41:56 AM » |
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I have have had a therma-rest just the ridge. Will the foam pads work the same in the chair kits?
the chair kits are only for the inflatable pads. |
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