But most of our testers didn’t find anything about the Leap that separated it from the Steelcase Gesture or the Herman Miller Aeron. Depending on the style of yoga you practice or your preferences, though, you may need to make a few adjustments. If you're going way off the grid, where you're guaranteed not to have cell service, a satellite communicator is a necessity. You can also splurge on options, such as a polished or satin aluminum frame, to spruce it up a little. It’s clear that chairs are important accessories for a happy campsite life, but sadly you can’t easily bring along your trusty armchair from the corner of your lounge at home – a camping chair needs to be easily transportable.

Normally we would say yes, but the Vango Thor is so comfortable that in this case we can overlook it – just. Made of natural rubber, this mat feels like it suctions to your fingers and toes, and is especially good for hot yoga. One of our testers, right on the cusp of sizes B (medium) and C (large) in the chart, found the size B chair far too narrow, and the recline was too easy to push back accidentally.

Whether it is setting up the perfect tent or exploring new trails on my bike, I'm here to help you make the most of your outdoor camping adventures. Gaiam makes two nearly identical versions of its PVC travel mat, the Foldable 2mm and the On-The-Go (currently unavailable), the latter of which has integrated carrying straps.

If you want to progress beyond a chair to more of a lounger which can still fold up wellthen we recommend a look at the UMI camping lounger. Although we haven’t tested it in the rain, it could probably provide some protection if it’s a light rain shower. If camping is a way of life for you, where you might spend many hours per year appreciating the countryside views, then having a decent chair is worth a modest outlay. But the Aeron is easier to move around and less bulky than the Gesture, and it doesn’t collect as much lint. The chair consists of a good quality fabric back and seat which is permanently connected to a collapsible set of legs.this chair is amazing, sets up in seconds and for me as a larger person, its so good I nearly forgot it was a camp chair. But that lack of cushioning also makes it easy to fold up and stash in either a backpack or carry-on suitcase. The Gesture is easy to maneuver and adjust to exactly the right configuration for your task and body type. Combining a fabulous side table with an extremely strong but lightweight chair, the Coleman Folding Deck Chair is a really impressive performer.