Folding deck chairs.. What kind?

[Classic25]

HI all,
I'm looking to buy some folding deck chairs. I have looked at these: http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs...classNum=10951


Has anyone tried these? Could someone give me a reommendation on something simple and reliable.
Thanks

[Elusive]

I didn't want the ones with the aluminum support across the front that could mark-up the deck. I got*these.

*:http://www.boatersworld.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&catalogId=10051&a mp;langId=-1&productId=310997

[tarnold]

This is what I have. I like the 2 points of contact for each leg, the fabric allows good air flow when you're sitting, and they're lightweight/easy to fold and stow away.

[pirate36]

Elusive - 5/24/2005 6:05 PM



I didn't want the ones with the aluminum support across the front that could mark-up the deck. I got*these.

*:http://www.boatersworld.com/webapp/w...oductId=310997

Same here. I have been happy with them as well.

[Classic25]

Good info. I've not yet seen those. Thanks.

[katkt]

Elusive - 5/24/2005 6:05 PM



I didn't want the ones with the aluminum support across the front that could mark-up the deck. I got*these.

*:http://www.boatersworld.com/webapp/w...oductId=310997

just like those ....they even have a gimbal that mounts on the cross bar to set the rod butt in so you can use it for a fishin chair

[stevec717]

Yes, I've had one of these for about 20 years. (single, aluminum). It is very sturdy, very stable and handy to have around.

Steve

[MikeM8560]

Blowchowski, i have a pair of thoose. I didnt notice the cross bar being a problem marring the deck as its up from the bottom about an inch.

[Brewhedd]

I bought the white vinyl ones from Boaters World and I was disappointed with them. One of them lasted about a year and the bottom disintegrated. It was not even wood, some kind of compressed board junk. For the money, I expected a lot better construction. I replaced it with one of the fabric covered chairs and like it. It's easier to handle and is comfortable.

[Classic25]

Thanks all

[aceswerling]

I know they're not quite the same, but what about those Wal-Mart $10 fabric chairs? You know, the ones that fold up into a fabric sleeve? I store them quite easily onboard and they're really cheap.

[Classic25]

aceswerling - 5/27/2005 10:20 AM

I know they're not quite the same, but what about those Wal-Mart $10 fabric chairs? You know, the ones that fold up into a fabric sleeve? I store them quite easily onboard and they're really cheap.

VERY hard on the deck surface.

[njfishing]

If your planning to use them while underway, rather then at the dock I would consider going with bean bags. They work great !

[KevinM]

The cheaper foldup aluminum deck chairs in West Marine now have the plastic feet, if you do buy you should replace them with the larger rubber ones.

[coastboater]

Whatever you buy, replace the plastic tips with crutch tips. The crutch tips come in the same size as the chair tubing and will keep the chair from sliding around, even when no one is in the chair.

[Doug in Bermuda]

First of all, stay away from anything that says 'marine' on it. Oh yes, it is nice to have the anchors & fish & stuff on them, but how good are they really? I have a couple of West Marine canvas/aluminium chairs that have been repaired & are about ready for the trash after only 5 years use. I also have a couple of far less expensive folding resin chairs, 3 years old, with reclining backs that look like they were bought yesterday.

[WVHillbilly]

$150 for a folding chair?! Get real.

. . . more money than sense.

[stevec717]

PS - I saw this thread and just got the new West Marine circular today, They have these heavy aluminum chairs on sale for $100 (from $150). Don't know if that's the best price you'll find but that's what I paid for mine 20 years ago.

Steve