Camping season is back! Planning a cozy night in the back garden? Or a long hike into the mountains to gaze at the stars? Or drinks with friends in the patio? Then make sure you’ve got camping folding chairs you can rely on. Because you don’t want to cut your night short because of an aching back. And we bet you don’t want your night spoiled by a cheap-quality chair that tips over or collapses under you.
If you enjoy nights out under the stars, this blog post shows you:
- Why you need camping folding chairs
- Why it’s worth spending a little more on a comfy reclining camp chair
- What features to expect in a top-quality camp chair
- Why our camping folding chairs and tables are perfect for your nights under the stars this summer
Best Uses For Camping Folding Chairs
Folding chairs are the most versatile outdoor furniture. You can use them when you have guests on a fine evening and you need extra seating to enjoy a meal in your garden or patio. And because these chairs are lightweight and foldable, you can take them to outdoor concerts, picnics, and barbecues. Or you can just pop them out when you feel like kicking back and relaxing while you wait for the stars to emerge.
But before we dive into our top tips for buying a comfy folding chair, you may wonder why you should bother with camping folding chairs at all.
The Importance of Staying Comfortable
Comfort isn’t something you associate with a rugged, outdoorsy lifestyle, is it? But no matter how serious a camper you are, you don’t want your night under the stars spoiled by cramped muscles or an aching back.
A comfortable folding chair lets you relax and unwind after a long day of adventure. You get to savor the music, the food, the crackling fire, and the starry night. And by taking the weight off your feet, you feel ready to dance or hike the whole next day, and the day after. In other words, if you want to make the most of your nights under the stars, stay comfortable. It’s a necessity.
For next-level camping comfort, why not also get a folding camp table to go with your chairs? Our camping tables have telescopic legs that keep your table level no matter where you lay out your meal. They are also easy to fold up so you can easily load them into your trunk. And they’re UV-resistant, meaning they won’t peel, crack, or fade. So your table looks good year after year as you entertain guests or show off your gear to other campers.
Are More Expensive Camping Chairs Worth The Investment?
If you’re a one-off camper, go with the cheaper options. You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars on a reclining camp chair you’ll only use one time.
But if you plan on spending many evenings outdoors, invest in one of the better-quality folding chairs. You’ll need one that keeps you comfortable night after night, season after season, through wind and ice and sun and rain. But it must also fold away in a flash if you need to dash for cover when a storm hits.
To give you an idea of prices, our camping folding chairs range in price from $100 to $300. Go to our dedicated beach and camping page for more pricing information. Again, our products are perfect if you want camping furniture that can withstand season after season of regular use and exposure to the elements.
What Are The Most Important Features in a Camping Folding Chair?
These are 5 features you need to think about when you invest in a high-quality camping folding chair. Your needs will determine the importance you give to each of these 5 features. But no matter how much weight you attach to each of them, all top-quality camping furniture needs to be sturdy, comfortable, user-friendly, and durable. And you need to know the manufacturer has your back if something goes wrong.Â
1. How Sturdy Is It?
You don’t go on camping trips to end up embarrassed when a flimsy chair tips over or collapses under you, do you? So when you buy your camping folding chair, make sure it’s sturdy. Check the weight capacity and make sure it’s right for your needs. At LAFUMA, all our camping folding chairs can hold a weight of at least 220 lbs.
For guaranteed strength, make sure to buy a frame that is made of steel or aluminum. Steel gives you excellent stability and can support heavier weights. It’s also cheaper than aluminum, making it a budget-friendly choice. Aluminum is more expensive, but it is also much lighter than steel. This makes it easier to carry around and load into your car. Aluminum is also rust-resistant, meaning that it will last longer in coastal areas or humid climates.
2. How Comfy Is It?
Bodies differ. So the first thing to check with a chair is that it suits your body dimensions. If you’re spending good money, you don’t want to feel squished in your chair, do you?
Our Camping Armchair XL can comfortably accommodate any body size. Like all our foldable camp chairs, this reclining camp chair also comes with an adjustable ergonomic backrest for lumbar support. And with a flick of the armrests, you can easily adjust it to 1 of 5 positions. So you can join in the campfire banter — or tilt your chair back and gaze into the depths of the night sky.
The fabric of a camp chair also adds to its comfort. A breathable fabric keeps you cool in hot, humid weather. It also helps your chair dry quickly if it gets rained on.
Our padded Air Comfort® seat is perfect if comfort is your top priority. While our Batyline® Iso fabric is lighter and more breathable. And being tear-, UV-, and weather-resistant, it’s the ideal compromise between comfort, portability, and durability.
3. How User-Friendly Is It?
You may be a DIY enthusiast. But when you go camping, you don’t want to have to bring your whole toolkit. Make sure your camping folding chair is easy to fold, unfold, and store away. You also want to think about how much space the chair takes up once folded. Because we all know how quickly space runs out in the trunk of a car.
At LAFUMA, our camping folding chairs are compact when folded and lightweight for easy carrying. They can also be easily folded or unfolded without tools. Which means you spend less time setting up camp, and more time roasting marshmallows or gazing at the stars.
4. How Durable Is It?
The longer your camping folding chair lasts, the less time you spend on outdoor shopping websites looking for a replacement, and the more time you spend sipping a hot beverage under the great expanse of the night sky.
Durability also ties in with the “Leave no trace” principle of responsible outdoor activities. For example, all our camping chairs are made to last, to be easy to repair, and to be simple to disassemble for recycling or repurposing. This makes them an ideal way to show your true camping spirit.
To learn how LAFUMA helps you leave no trace, check out our values and commitments page. It has everything you need to know about our eco-design, quality guarantee, repairability, and responsible packing and shipping.
5. What Happens If There’s a Problem With My Chair?
Not even the most expensive reclining camp chair on the market can last forever. With that in mind, check the warranty on your camping chairs and tables. The longer the warranty, the longer you’re safe from disappointment. It also shows how confident the manufacturer is in the quality of their chair.
For example, we offer a 5-year warranty on our camping folding chairs and tables. They are also all certified to the LongTime® durable design label. We also sell spare parts and replacements directly on our website. All so that you can enjoy cozy nights by the campfire this season, next season, and well into the future.
Make The Most of Fhe Stars With a Comfortable Folding Chair
Maybe you like to enjoy a barbecue with friends in your back garden. Or may you prefer to hike alone into the mountains to savor the stars on a clear night. But we bet that whatever kind of outdoor person you are, you want to concentrate on the stories and laughter around the campfire — and not on your sore back. For this reason, a comfortable folding chair is a must.
We’ve given you a few reasons to invest in a top-quality reclining camp chair or table and 5 features to look out for. For more information about our range of camping folding chairs, you’ll find it all on our dedicated beach and camping page.
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