Folding chair that's good for eating and lounging

BigAL78
BigAL78 Forum Participant Posts: 2

New to discussion threads and the search facility doen't make it easy to see if this topic has been raised before, but here goes....

First, let me make it clear that I don't intend to eat the chair: I wanted a short title for this thread. We're gathering the equipment together for easy touring and find that the folding chairs we have are fine for relaxing but too low for sitting at a
table to eat. Our table is 70cm high. We'd rather not carry 2 lots of chairs around with us - surely someone makes a reclining chair that's high enough to use for eating but still comfortable to lean back and relax in? We don't need leg rests, just a chair
that's dual purpose. Any advice?

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  • JillwithaJay
    JillwithaJay Club Member Posts: 2,485 ✭✭
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    edited June 2016 #2

    Hi there,

    We have two of these and bought the separate footrests for them. We think they're great for both lounging and using at the table as dining chairs.  They're Quest brand.

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  • HelenandTrevor
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    edited June 2016 #3

    Agree with Jill, we have a couple of the same chairs,  good for relaxing, as they recline, and sitting at the table.

  • JillwithaJay
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    edited June 2016 #4

    We bought ours from Todd's at Lostock Hall, Preston, and I was cheeky and asked for a discount on the purchase of two and they were happy to oblige.

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  • paul56
    paul56 Forum Participant Posts: 937
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    edited June 2016 #5

    We use a pair similar to Jills tjhat we use to eat from but the footrest is attached and they will lay horizontal (only when the sun comes out!) We also have a pair of chairs that fold into a nylon bag for easy carriage eg. to the beach!

  • Pippah45
    Pippah45 Forum Participant Posts: 2,452
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    edited June 2016 #6

    I would advise sitting on anything you think might work - I have a neck issue and some of them have very uncomfortable headrests.  I currently like mine which came from Outback in a sale last year - it hits all my spots but do try them out.  Go Outdoors
    has quite a selection available to try. 

  • Olliedays
    Olliedays Forum Participant Posts: 29
    edited June 2016 #7

    Why not keep your chairs and instead get a Lafuma table with adjustable height. 

  • ggregu
    ggregu Forum Participant Posts: 214
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    edited June 2016 #8

    I have a couple of Isabella reclining chairs with detachable footrests. Very comfy and the perfect height for the table.

  • huskydog
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    edited June 2016 #9

    You might get more answers if this was in "parts and accessories " ..............

  • allanandjean
    allanandjean Forum Participant Posts: 2,401
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    edited June 2016 #10

    We have used a set of Crespo chairs and table with adjustable legs for years.

    They are high quality,and that is reflected in the price, and lightweight but, having seen others that friends use, would not change them for another brand.

    We got them in Holland, at Obelink, around 20 years ago and they are still in great condition. Obelink has a UK website so you could check prices there. I was looking for a cheaper option but my wife wanted these and I do not regret buying them as they have
    been worth every penny-or Euro!

  • wendil
    wendil Forum Participant Posts: 23
    edited June 2016 #11

    We have similar chairs to the ones in the picture but use a table with adjustable leg height. This is also useful when the ground is a little uneven or sloped. 

  • JillwithaJay
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    edited June 2016 #12

    Ditto Wendil.

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