Helinox Chair Zero Full Review

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  • @AllThingsConsidered333
    @AllThingsConsidered333 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought the Marchway brand chair on Amazon. the Helinox chair is $150 at REI with weight showed at 1 lb 14 oz & packed weight at 2.2 lbs.. the marchway is 2.3 lb and was only $32. It works great and fits nicely in my pack

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  ปีที่แล้ว

      Chair Zero is only 18 oz in the stuff sack, you probably looked at "packaged weight" which is the total weight of the shipment, box, wrapping etc.

  • @mafp22w
    @mafp22w 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was backpacking last month on the PCT and had to have a bear can. I hated the weight. But, next month I’ll be hiking the Trans Catalina Trail and I can’t wait to have the chair with me. Unless your pack is just too heavy, these are sure a nice luxury item that many will find is worth the extra weight.

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was against the idea of a chair for so many years until I actually used one lol, never went back. It’s worth the weight, at least for me.

    • @scottplumer3668
      @scottplumer3668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's the Ursack, which is a bear-proof (so they claim) bag, much lighter than a canister. So they might not get your food, but it might be pulverized.😄

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have never owned an Ursack, but the reviews on them I’ve seen have been horrible. The REI website reviews are particularly bad. Some places also require a canister, so he may not have had an option.

  • @toninemeth8133
    @toninemeth8133 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    VERY NICE VIDEO WITH ALOT OF GOOD INFO HOPE OTHERS WILL SEE THIS AND THEY WILL SEE HOW USEFUL THIS CHAIR COULD BE HAVE A GREAT DAY ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS

  • @MaxNaturglede
    @MaxNaturglede ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I got a similar chair, offbrand and 2 lbs. I did however get to try the Chair zero at an event I was as recently. And I got kinda put off the idea of upgrading when feeling how «unsturdy» the chair was when sitting in it. There was a lot of movement in the structure. (Im 6’4 and 220 lbs)
    The chair i have now is bulky and heavy, but its more stable. Not sure what im gonna end up with yet.

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It takes a bit of getting used to compared to something like a camping chair, but it has been plenty sturdy enough for me over the last year. The only issue I have with it is sinking in soft ground, but that can be mitigated with proper site selection. I’m also not as tall as you lol

  • @garrycollins3415
    @garrycollins3415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nailed it. I've got the REI version. The feather weight golf balls work well.

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve seen a LOT of negative reviews on the REI chairs. Lots of reported failures apparently. I’ve never owned one myself so I can’t strongly comment but that’s just what I’ve read.

    • @garrycollins3415
      @garrycollins3415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bacon_N_Backpacking could be an issue, it is 50% cheaper. Mine has been on probably 30 weekend trips and so far so good. I'm getting old, bones are painful so my hikes are shorter and camp time longer. I consider the chair a requirement.

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m glad its worked for you, especially at the price. Like I said, I can’t pass judgment on it as I’ve never used it. The reviews I read did lead me to purchase the Helinox though. Hopefully yours gives you many more years of service haha

    • @coachhannah2403
      @coachhannah2403 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the Flexlite Air, the slightly heavier (1 lb) version, and I am somewhat light at 165+ lb plus clothing. I am respectful of sitting gently and arising the same. Have had zero issues except it sinks in sand and loose ground. I fashioned pads from Al can bottoms that should work. I paid $80 with the quarterly 20% off coupon.

  • @samsmith8870
    @samsmith8870 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you just put a small log between the legs it'll mitigate the sinking and make it a bit more stable.,

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  ปีที่แล้ว

      Makes sense, might have to try that. I generally just try to pick a better location for the chair if I can lol

  • @jacobsager6769
    @jacobsager6769 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Def getting this chair

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Be careful it’s rated for 265 my man 😂

    • @zacharykennedy5752
      @zacharykennedy5752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Get the nemo, thank me later

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zacharykennedy5752 Haven’t met a single person that didn’t hate the Nemo lol

    • @zacharykennedy5752
      @zacharykennedy5752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bacon_N_Backpacking I have both and also the ground chair. The helinox are great but not as comfy for larger folks. The only reason I could think of not preferring the nemo is the extra weight, otherwise it’s far more comfortable (6’3, 220lbs).

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zacharykennedy5752 You would hope it was more comfortable at 30 ounces. The folks I talked to that didn’t like it said it wasn’t really any more comfortable. If that was the case it wouldn’t make sense at 2x the weight and $20 more expensive. I haven’t used it, that’s just what I’ve heard from a handful of folks that had them and promptly sold them.

  • @coachhannah2403
    @coachhannah2403 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting that the REI version runs the base structure 90* different from the Helinox. Wonder if there is any engineering reason of one or the other...

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think Helinox may have a copyright on the design but I’m not sure. It’s an obvious choice to run it the direction Helinox does so it makes you wonder why REI didn’t. Thanks for watching!

    • @coachhannah2403
      @coachhannah2403 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bacon_N_Backpacking - As an engineer, I think REI design has some advantages, with a longer distance fore-aft where Helinox long axis is left-right. You may be right about patents...
      Not sure one is "superior," but REI has 14" leg height, which I appreciate (may be why they have had issues mentioned by other commenters). I only weight 170 or so fully clothed, so I am pretty safe. I took Al can bottoms and attached them for sand. Very light, but I will explore more ideas that might be more compact.
      I like to tinker! I make really good, really light insulation for my pots, cup, and in-bag reconstituting!

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m definitely no engineer, but my eyeballs told me the Helinox looks like a better design. I could just not know what I’m talking about lol

  • @Taffer-bx7uc
    @Taffer-bx7uc ปีที่แล้ว

    I had to man handle mine...must have gotten the difficult child one

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  ปีที่แล้ว

      Putting it together you mean? Sara and I both have one and ours can basically be put together with one hand. Maybe yours wasn’t sewn correctly?

  • @markswishereatsstuff2500
    @markswishereatsstuff2500 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought mine for $85, no tax and free shipping. Quick Google search.

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nothing on Google below $129 except fake knock offs. Moosejaw and REI ran a 20% off on it last year which is the cheapest I’ve ever seen at $105 or so

  • @theamericanhiker9655
    @theamericanhiker9655 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simple answer no but it’s everyone’s opinion. Personally I don’t mind paying a lot less to get a bit more weight. But to each their own 👍🏻 but I’ll agree a camp chair is vital lol

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh trust me, ultralight gear is expensive lol. I generally have 3k in gear on my back at any given time. Makes things way easier though.

    • @mafp22w
      @mafp22w 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bacon_N_Backpacking My sleeping pad collection is far worse than Goldilocks. I hope my latest…a Big Agnes works out ok. It is hard being a side sleeper.

    • @theamericanhiker9655
      @theamericanhiker9655 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bacon_N_Backpacking I’d be scared to break something lol

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sara really likes the wide, insulated Nemo Tensor. I just bought an insulated thermarest for a trip I’ll have to use a tent for but I haven’t used it yet so can’t comment.

    • @Bacon_N_Backpacking
      @Bacon_N_Backpacking  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s what I thought initially. I was worried about the durability of UL gear but so far I haven’t damaged anything. You just have to treat the gear with respect and utilize a degree of common sense. Don’t drag your hammock and tarp through thorns etc. I don’t baby my gear and I’ve never destroyed anything.