An Ultralight Chair That You Can ACTUALLY Afford – NatureHike Folding Camp Chair
How about an Ultralight chair that’s actually comfortable and how about his, you can actually afford it!
In this episode Luke is taking a look at an Ultralight Chair that he has recently discovered.
This is from NatureHike and it is their Ultralight Camp Chair.
Is it any good?
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@ 5:55 you pull the non sink feet off, but the normal foot comes off too. I would say that Is the first foobar. Lost me, as you don’t mention it. 👎
Very tiny chair! Thanks for the review, I am glad to find another one, and for so cheap! I have an (apparent) knock-off of this style of chair that cost me $55 before it disappeared from Amazon, been looking ever since. I imagine it disappeared because they got caught for copying the style. Mine uses a floor footprint mat that the bottom feet insert into for sand/dirt/grass environments.
Give the Lacal camp chair a look. It is sturdy, light, packs small, sets up easily, and is the most comfortable backpacking chair I have ever used. I am a bit irritated as I already have great backpacking chairs, but for $35 I have to get this one.
How does this compare to the similar OneTigris chair you reviewed three years ago as far as quality and function?
5:57 when you took it off it ripped the regular foot piece off. How hard was it to get it out? I get mine in tomorrow and if they end piece if glued and it pulled it off I might avoid using them lol
Integrating a wheeled cabin luggage with a handle and a foldable camping seat requires a thoughtful blend of ergonomic design, durability, and portability to meet travelers’ practical needs. Here are some ideas to improve upon this concept:
1. Enhanced Folding Mechanism
• Design: Develop a quick-release folding mechanism that securely locks and unlocks the seat with minimal effort, ideally using a one-touch button. Consider using gas pistons or durable hinges that allow the seat to fold out and retract smoothly.
• Advantage: Quick setup and pack-away improve the user experience, especially for those needing a quick rest during long waits.
• Example: Drawing from foldable stroller mechanisms, which prioritize smooth operation, durability, and simplicity.
2. Lightweight, Sturdy Materials
• Design: Use materials like high-grade aluminum or carbon fiber for the seat frame, making it sturdy but lightweight. For the luggage body, use polycarbonate or ballistic nylon to maintain durability without adding excess weight.
• Advantage: Reduces overall weight, making it easy to maneuver while maintaining enough strength to support the user’s weight.
• Example: Carbon fiber is used in premium sports gear to balance strength and lightness, making it ideal for frequent travelers.
3. Multi-Functional Handle System
• Design: Integrate a telescoping handle that can act as a backrest when the seat is deployed. The handle could also feature adjustable height and angle to enhance comfort.
• Advantage: Allows the user to lean back while seated, providing comfort and minimizing fatigue.
• Example: Inspiration from folding chairs with built-in lumbar support, which are ergonomic and compact.
4. Compact Seat Design with Breathable Fabric
• Design: Use a breathable mesh seat that’s foldable and detachable, similar to lightweight camping chairs. The seat should fold into the luggage body itself, flush with the surface, to avoid compromising the luggage’s compact shape.
• Advantage: Comfort is enhanced, especially for longer waits, while avoiding the bulk of traditional seating solutions.
• Example: The Helinox camping chair uses a flexible mesh fabric that’s durable and comfortable without adding weight.
5. Integrated Battery Pack and USB Ports
• Design: Embed a compact battery pack within the luggage structure, with USB ports easily accessible when the seat is deployed. This lets travelers charge devices while resting.
• Advantage: Practical for travelers who need to keep devices charged without searching for power outlets.
• Example: Products like the Away luggage line incorporate this feature, but here it would be positioned for ease of use while seated.
6. Anti-Slip Seat Feet for Stability
• Design: The foldable seat could be equipped with anti-slip, rubberized feet that provide stability on various surfaces, ensuring safety.
• Advantage: Travelers can safely use the seat even on slightly uneven or slippery floors, like in train stations or airports.
• Example: Anti-slip materials are often used in outdoor furniture to provide stability on uneven surfaces.
7. Customizable Seat Cover Options
• Design: Offer removable and washable seat covers in various colors or materials (e.g., leather, waterproof fabric) to allow for easy cleaning and personalization.
• Advantage: Adds a level of customization and hygiene, which can be particularly appealing for frequent travelers.
• Example: Similar to office chairs that allow personalized upholstery, increasing user comfort and style.
8. Shock-Absorbing Wheels for Smooth Mobility
• Design: Incorporate shock-absorbing wheels, similar to those found in skateboards or rollerblades, allowing smoother transitions over bumpy surfaces.
• Advantage: Reduces wear on the luggage and increases user comfort while wheeling through different surfaces, like cobblestone or asphalt.
• Example: Skateboard wheels use urethane for shock absorption, which could be adapted for the luggage.
Practical Action Points:
1. Prototyping and User Testing: Build a prototype incorporating these features and gather feedback from frequent travelers to refine usability.
2. Material Selection and Weight Testing: Experiment with carbon fiber, aluminum, and lightweight mesh fabrics to achieve a balance between durability and lightness.
3. Ergonomic Study for Comfort: Conduct an ergonomic study on handle positioning and seat comfort to ensure the design meets comfort standards for different body types.
Suggested Resources:
• Textbook: Product Design and Development by Karl T. Ulrich and Steven D. Eppinger, which offers insights into prototyping, testing, and materials.
• YouTube Video: Look for videos by “Core77 Design Awards” on YouTube, where top industrial designs are reviewed, providing real-world examples and inspiration.
This enhanced design could give travelers a more comfortable, convenient, and efficient experience, blending portability with much-needed comfort during waits or delays.
I need to find one that will fit in a 511 rush Moab sling pack..if that’s even possible?
I bought the exact same chair in Thailand for 29$
I’d call it a butterscotch color….
I’m a NatureHike fan for the last 5 years. The first surprise of quality was the Cloud 2UP Tent which I expected I would have to manually seam seal.
I wasn’t disappointe to find I didn’t need to! It’s a great tent and I have since purchased other model tents.
I also have the similar chair to the reviewed one. Though at my age, I can’t justify carrying any chair on a m-day trips, I would def on an overnighter or car camping.
You haven’t tried the Campster2 by sitpak. At 3 lbs, it’s for camping not packing. Much sturdier than the array of chairs you’ve tested but almost as compact. You should look at it before making comments about other products of this type.
Unfortunately they don’t last long. Mine died after 10 uses. And it was used by people 60kg and less. I don’t recommend.
Get rid of the sunglasses.
Is there a heavy duty version of this chair that goes up to 330 or so pounds?
Avoid all chairs that use plastic junctions. Use only interlocking junction metal design chairs.
Looks like they redid the whole design of their chair, so i am not sure if I want to buy it…
the cliq is good. try it. so compact. fit 2 in a back pack. this guy is bias. I just set 2 at a pier with my daughter today. way easier than this.
Anything over $20 and i’m sitting on the ground with a plastic bag and a towel.
Attach the seat bottom first. The longer back poles are more flexible.
Word of experience.
Yes, a water bottle in one pocket, a small tackle box, and pliers in the other chair bag in the last pocket. but I still like the looks of this one.
Fantastic review🎉Wil be buying 1 soon
I have one that has steel legs and I like it, except for the legs sinking into the mud. I always carry it because it’s comfortable. I keep paracord and my camp saw in the pouch. It packs well.
I bought similar chair from aliexpress from another brand. I’m pretty sure it’s the same chair, just different color and cheaper.
£52 … not cheap.
Great video! Super random question what pants and boots/shoes are you rocking in this video? Thanks!
At the six minute mark you take the mud feet things off and I notice the rubber end of the leg came off too. Was it hard to get that rubber thing out?
Looks like the original foot pulled off when you took the mud foot off.
Any update on this from your side? I own it and cant see many downsides unless weight is your absolute parameter
Thanks for talking about the force needed to put it together. I have other chairs where (I’m a senior) it is a real struggle that I just don’t need.
Might end up going with this chair
To be fair, I’d expect a chair that weighs a pound heavier to be more comfortable.
If it weighs much more than a pound. IT’S NOT A LIGHT BACKPACKING CHAIR. It’s a camp chair
Looks pretty cool 🙂
If you’re up for the 2 pound range, there’s the Ta-Da Series 2 walking stick chair. It weighs 2.2 pounds. No back but still a very nice chair that holds up to 300 pounds and it’s also a decent cane/walking-stick/trekking-thing. I think the Series 1 version is lighter but also does not hold as much weight.
Why is it so heavy? Its like a total knockoff of the helinox so why does it weigh twice as much?
These are a 120euros in my country… shipped from amazon it’s still nearly 90 euros
what is its size when folded?
How high is seat to ground when sitting
I have an ozark trail 👣 backpacking chair , I love it . They have a new one that has a higher back . They are great chairs .
Use pockets all the time…phone, drinks, gloves for working the fire wood, kleenex, sunglasses, snacks,,, and the list goes on.
On the naturehike website the chair is advertised for kids, not adults. Correct me if I’m wrong
is that seat not grey?? GREEN? lol WHAT?! maybe i need my eyes checked
It’s a great price well made. Total thanks for the review.
I have the Sportneer chair per your previous reviews and love it. I do use the pockets from time to time for a drink or l slide my phone in one of them. Not sure if you’d still recommend it in comparison to this chair!
It’s nowhere near as small and light as a Helinox one packed up. nevermind a zero. 🤦🏻♂️
You had me at $48.
Naturehike have really stepped up their game, the quality for price is unbeatable, won’t be long before their prices increase, bought a snowbird 7 950g fill sleeping bag, -7°c comfort rated, the quality is as good if not better than high priced simmilar from the big names, but the price is unreal £145gbp… have earned my faith in their products
The could provide a nylon mesh netting for the feet. That would be good to stay above the mud and have some weight reduction as well
5:55 It looks like it rips the smaller footstop off when you remove the bigger one. Is the small one just stuck in there forever now?
My camp seat is at normal chair height. I won’t purchase or use a chair designed for kindergarten children. The Roll-a-Chair has a back-supporting back that rests my back nicely. If a back leg is in soft soil, I sit it in a tin can. Voila!
Chairs have been around for a few thousand years. WHAT is the problem?
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Great review
This will be my next camp chair
Thanks