We found these models are stable from side to side, but if you put your weight too far back, you're liable to take a tumble. A high-tenacity Robic™ yarn is lightweight and 25-30% stronger than regular yarn in the same denier.

If you're looking to make an investment in a quality piece of gear that you'll find countless uses for, this is an excellent choice and holds high value. In general, the higher the chair is, the easier it is to get in and out, and the gentler it is on the knees and hips. Whether you’re an experienced hillwalker or a total newbie, we can work with you to create an amazing experience in nature that you’ll never forget.

The huge base and larger diameter poles of the Big Agnes Big Six, while heavy, significantly increase its stability. From there, we purchased the most promising models and tested them for several weeks, updating the review frequently to reflect new products. We awarded the Big Agnes Skyline UL our Editors' Choice in this review because of its remarkable combination of comfort, weight, and stability — the categories we feel are most important when choosing a backpacking chair. When sitting and moving around in the Skyline, our testers have been able to reach for things off to the side, lean down to cook on the ground, and even tilt back on two legs with caution.

After months of testing backpacking chairs in a wide range of environments, the Big Agnes Skyline UL stands out as the best blend of comfort, stability, and weight, making it a clear choice for our Editor's Choice award.

Additionally, when the knees are level with the hips, as opposed to higher than them, it's easier to be comfortable for a longer period of time. Backpackers willing to put in extra work for extra comfort will rejoice when discovering the Big Agnes Big Six chair. Comfort is decidedly lower in foam chairs — we noted that the PowerLounger curled our shoulders in and dug into our underarms the least.

It is kit that has clearly been designed by a gang of folks who love sleeping in the dirt just as much as we do here at WildBounds. This model offers everything you could want in a backpacking chair and is as close to perfection as we have found. With our line of Camp Furniture, you'll find a lot of similarities with our camping gear: simple and intuitive setup; thoughtful, innovative design; and comfort to the highest degree. It's ultra-light and compact, fitting into its own stuff sack for easy carrying, and is simple to set up and break down again. Indeed, what could be more pleasant than arriving at camp after a long day of hiking with a heavy backpack and sitting in your little chair to finally rest?

Editor's Note: Our backpacking chair review was revised on October 30, 2023, to share more recommendations in our award sections. The backrest of this chair is a bit lower than ideal, coming in just under the shoulder blades of our 5'8" tester.

New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging . It packs small, assembles quickly, and gives you the comfort you need to enjoy the backcountry spot you worked so hard to get to. We pay attention to each model's comfort during an extended sit, how much work it is to set up and break them down, their sizes and weights, and how stable they feel on different surfaces. The Therm-a-Rest Z Seat and Nemo Chipper only need a quick unfurl from their accordioned positions, and they are ready in an instant.

We have spent weeks on end with all these chairs, taking them everywhere we went, from Southern Utah's canyons to backpacking in the High Sierra to the lush Appalachians. You'll find this review helpful in narrowing down your options in a market full of excellent chairs. Some fit tighter than others, but nothing compared to the notoriously difficult task of putting a tent back into its bag!