Camp Chair Mulling

[SteveSueMac]

We got ours.

They look fantastic.

We'll have to see how they pan out. They are plenty comfortable to sit in. But I wonder how long they'll last to be honest. It might be because they're meant to be so portable that their use as an actual chair is perhaps compromised. Lots of flexibility in the frame and seating material which doesn't instill a lot of confidence first couple times testing them out.

But we'll see. It looks like you can permanently mount the leg extensions as they have a pre-drilled hole in them and in that hole aligns with a pre-tapped starter hole on the wooden frame where the extension meets the leg. That may provide just a skosh more stability.

By the way - I don't know if it's because they're new but putting these together was NOT easy! The curved braces at the top and front of the seat required significant pressure to get them together. To be honest - since we're not rolling them up for motorcycle driving (the crowd who is their most vocal enthusiast), we'll probably leave them fully assembled all the time. You can fold them in half and that's portable enough for me.

More to come - wish us luck! 😃

[Ted S.]

TravelChair Classic Rider Chair

Basically a bag type chair. I can fit 6 in the front of the trailer, they weight nothing. I don't even bag them. I get them up and down in two trips to the trailer and just a few minutes.

I have had quite a collection of chairs over the years and feel like they are basically baggage. They hold me back from moving on down the road. Its all about fast and light.

[m.hony]

I'm digging the Kermits.
I don't ride a BMW, but the chairs should travel well with a Harley-


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[Hittenstiehl]

TinGoat

They look great.

There is a
you-tube from the owner of the company that shows a nice tutorial on putting them together and apart.

People on various blogs and mc touring forums talk about having theirs for lots of years without issue.

We will anxiously await your reviews as we are also looking at them.

[SteveSueMac]

Originally Posted by Hittenstiehl

TinGoat

They look great.

There is a
you-tube from the owner of the company that shows a nice tutorial on putting them together and apart.

Thanks Hittenstiehl! I think they look great too.

Danattherock posted a review a few back describing himself as 6'6" and 320# - I figured since I'm 6'1" and 275#, these have to be a sure thing. And maybe they are? We'll see. We even got the wide version for those 2 extra inches of comfort 😃

And yes, about a page back, the videos were posted here and believe me, I've watched them a dozen times - mine didn't go together so quickly or smoothly 😃

The only sticky point was with those curved braces. They seemed to require an amazing amount of pressure to fit (as though they might be a half inch too long?) and now that they're together, I don't dare take them apart! 😜

Will report back. We're not camping for another couple weeks (argh!!!) but will keep everyone posted!

[slowmover]

Damn, ya'll are some big boys. I guess my concerns about chair longevity against my 6'2" 190-lb size just aren't solid. I usually torque chairs apart via unintended leverage.

[Roadtech]

I have had my two Kermits for over 5 years and they still look good as new. I assemble and disassemble them for each trip and store in their bags to save space, When they were brand new, the curved pieces were a little tight but they loosen a bit quickly, and are then very easy to install. It takes me less than a minute to put one together and I could do it in my sleep. I am 6' 4", 240 lbs. and they handle me with ease (they are the original narrow version). The great thing about the curved pieces is, being curved, you don't get the uncomfortable bar across your back and legs as with most other folding chairs.

[Airtandem]

I just replaced my LLB chairs after 10 yrs. They had a good canvas seat and back that was double layer with fiberfil. very comfortable and folded to about 16x18x3. Some heavies that did not sit right stretched them out, and a few spark holes did them in. They were a hit as I very seldom got to use them. No longer made. They are replaced with some I bought at Sam's of same style. Those I had to fight now have their own. Also cheaper; $29.00 vs $75

[Rocinante]

Received our Kermit chairs this week. They are really sweet. Easy to set up, great with the leg extensions, drink holders and embroidered "Casa Rocinante." They look very nice and are comfortable indeed. Here's hoping they last us many years!

[SteveSueMac]

Congrats! 😃

Pics??

[PharmGeek]

Yeah - I recall a video explaining that they go together easier over more use

It seems based on many reviews longevity and durability is very good

I wish I could try one

I am going to buy a second helinox - my wife on our last beach trip finally admitted she wants one hahaha




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[Rocinante]

Originally Posted by SteveSueMac

Congrats! ��

Pics??

Thanks! Yes indeed, here's a quick shot at our current campsite.

BTW, our chairs went together easy right out of the bag.

[Danattherock]

Nice^^^^^^^^^

Originally Posted by SteveSueMac

Thanks Hittenstiehl! I think they look great too.

Danattherock posted a review a few back describing himself as 6'6" and 320# - I figured since I'm 6'1" and 275#, these have to be a sure thing. And maybe they are? We'll see. We even got the wide version for those 2 extra inches of comfort ��

And yes, about a page back, the videos were posted here and believe me, I've watched them a dozen times - mine didn't go together so quickly or smoothly ��

The only sticky point was with those curved braces. They seemed to require an amazing amount of pressure to fit (as though they might be a half inch too long?) and now that they're together, I don't dare take them apart! ��

Will report back. We're not camping for another couple weeks (argh!!!) but will keep everyone posted!

After assembling a few times it will be easier. Trust me. Had same initial impression. They are made to last. You bought the first camp chair you ever had to break in. Rather than wear out. It's confusing.

Dan

[Danattherock]

Originally Posted by Roadtech

I have had my two Kermits for over 5 years and they still look good as new. I assemble and disassemble them for each trip and store in their bags to save space, When they were brand new, the curved pieces were a little tight but they loosen a bit quickly, and are then very easy to install. It takes me less than a minute to put one together and I could do it in my sleep. I am 6' 4", 240 lbs. and they handle me with ease (they are the original narrow version). The great thing about the curved pieces is, being curved, you don't get the uncomfortable bar across your back and legs as with most other folding chairs.

What he said, but at 6'6" 320 lbs


Some pics of our Kermit Chairs from spring steelhead trip about 40 mile flight north of Ketchikan, Alaska.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/211440...57624007239859

And the fish, a 36" beauty. Fiberglass remake in office.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/211440...57626592417240

Dan