Thank for watching! Here is my first look at the Helinox Chair Zero purchased from REI! Enjoy!
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@freddonelson55054 жыл бұрын
I just happened across this again today. I watched it about 2 days after you published it. I think this is so classic and absolutely hilarious ... perhaps one of your BEST works ... cuz it surprised even you!! Loved watching it today and got another good laugh! Never forgot the lesson. When I use mine, I put the legs on one of the window visor reflectics pads ... it spreads out the weight from each leg, so they never sink into the ground! It's called "fail forward" ...🤣🤣🤣. Hope 2020 has started well for you!
@byronrudnik26215 жыл бұрын
Sinking into the duff is always an issue with these chairs. I 3d printed some new feet for mine and have also used the tennis ball mod in the past with success on my Chair One. Considering the upgrade to the Zero for trips when every oz matters. My Chair One has been bombproof after a few seasons of heavy use. Very robust kit. Thanks for the review!
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bryon! Yes, it has been bombproof so far! Awesome that you are able to 3D print that!!!! Thanks for watching!!!
@daniellethewatertrainer5 жыл бұрын
Great video! I just bought one of these and I love it! I cut a piece of Tyvek a little wider and longer than the length and width of the legs to solve the sinking problem. At a cost of about 3 oz, it is worth it to me.
@TheWeekendHiker7 жыл бұрын
Good first review brother. I love how you leave the bloopers in, really gives you a full picture. -ATB Adam 🐢
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam!!!
@wretchpin3 жыл бұрын
I just picked up the chair 2...its awesome! Also, I dig the neutral milk hotel song in the intro btw...:)
@PumpkinVillage7 жыл бұрын
Have one of these and love it. Weigh 225 and so far so good. You do need a hard surface so the legs don't go into the ground. Also fits really well under a tarp. Nice review, Al
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Your not kidding about the hard packed surface! Cannot wait to take this with me on my next trip... it's like my own personal Lazy Boy!
@WasatchWill7 жыл бұрын
Love how you made the most out of that blooper moment. Great unplanned lesson for those considering chair like this. I have the same problem with looser ground surfaces with the little ground chair I made.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
I will check out the ground chair you made... just glad it didn't break on me!
@WasatchWill7 жыл бұрын
RESTLESS OUTDOORS I still need to make a video highlighting it.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Well what the heck Will.... get going and make the darn video! 😉
@TimWatsonOutdoors7 жыл бұрын
😂😂 nicely done even with the small mishap. Great little camping chair for sure
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim! Can't wait to chill next to a fire and just lean back and enjoy! 🤗
@16theaceman5 жыл бұрын
I just use a $10 trekology sand cover (from amazon) and NEVER had an issue with it sinking.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!! Good to know!!!!
@lucidityofone89547 жыл бұрын
I have definitely had the sink factor haha!! Subscribed....all the way from Australia!! :)
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Hello from down under! 👍
@lucidityofone89547 жыл бұрын
Gday gday!! Look forward to more vids!!
@briscohikes18897 жыл бұрын
Haha great video. Your fan base approves!
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brisco Hikes!!!
@BackcountryExposure7 жыл бұрын
Ha ha ha! I think all of us who have these chairs have had the sink oh sh!t moment!
@carologiwan5017 жыл бұрын
Great review! I like that you appreciated your wife that she got you the chair ;-) I also like that you were able to compare with a Nalgene bottle just to get the idea of the diameter and size.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carol!!! Definitely had to give my wife props for buying me this! Took it with me this past weekend and boy oh boy... it is comfy! 🤗
@carologiwan5017 жыл бұрын
Lol! I believe you - I'm looking for a chair now as I type! Thanks!
@ottmountain7337 жыл бұрын
We love our Helinox chairs but we haven't been able to take them backpacking yet because we never seem to have enough room in our packs after we've got all our other essential food and gear loaded in. So we tend to use them for day hikes and festivals, etc. But we agree, having that little extra piece of comfort while camping is super nice.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Very true! Just knowing you can grab this chair in a hurry and have a comfy place to sit is reassuring! Thanks for watching!
@ItsGoodintheWoods5 жыл бұрын
hahahahahahhaaa !!!! I love the bloopers !! Great review !!!
@rogerlamb5367 жыл бұрын
Great review on the chair and pretty funny on the mishap.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Roger! At first I really thought I broke the damn thing LOL! Thanks for watching!
@rogerlamb5367 жыл бұрын
When you sat down and started going over you could see it in your face, It was a great video! Thank You!
@jasonwish-7 жыл бұрын
I've been thinking about getting one of these for the same reason you did....this vid came at the perfect time. Thanks for the first look Adam. Will it fit down into the arc haul side pocket ok?
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason! The pockets on my Kelty are way smaller than the Arc Haul.. so YES! The Arc Hauls side pocket will swallow this chair no doubt!
@boanerges1493 жыл бұрын
awesome chair from france 🇨🇵
@simplynej6 жыл бұрын
I know they make a "hammock" that attaches to the bottom of those 4 legs, for use on softer ground. I usually have my zseat with me, and will set my chair on that when the ground is super soft. Works really well.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Awesome.... I have the Dutch Wear Sit Pad but that would be too small to place under.... like the ZSeat idea though!!!
@coachhannah24033 жыл бұрын
I cut a 10x12 piece from my extra closed-cell foam pad to create a sit-pad plus serves as a base for sitting in the chair on soft ground.
@SimpleKowalski4 жыл бұрын
Professional review from A to Z . What does Eagle Tattoo on your right arm mean?
@OUTDOORS557 жыл бұрын
I think with a 19-20oz backpack you can afford to carry the weight of the chair👍 Been thinking about picking up a lightweight chair or stool for when I take my tent rather then the Hammock. I hate not having a good place to sit! Haha when you sat in it I thought you broke it lol! Good review my friend 👍
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy! I will be sitting in luxury... stones and logs are fine but this chair is super comfy! Thought I snapped the legs at first too! Sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach... all I could do is laugh!
@briscohikes18897 жыл бұрын
OUTDOORS55 we take stools on just about every trip. Lightweight comfort item. Makes good camps, great!
@OUTDOORS557 жыл бұрын
I agree, Its the little things😀
@nickcottrell1196 жыл бұрын
Someone else had a review, he always brought 4 tennis balls to stick on the bottom of the feet, if you have room it's a good idea, worked great on any terrain
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea!!! Gotta say though... after the one time in mud, I've been pretty lucky with this chair... sure it will sink a bit in soft dirt over time but not a big deal... all in all, its so nice to have that back support after a long days hike!!!
@SpaklesDr6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review...I'm thinking of picking this chair up. Any updates based on more time using the chair?
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Funny... was just talking to my buddy on my last trip... we stealthed camped and had to find a log for him to sit on while making a fire pit... he is almost convinced to buy one... when the wind shifted, I just picked up the chair and moved it away from the smoke.. he couldn't do that sitting on the log... it was a 20' tree! 😂 Still loving this chair!!!
@Surv1ve_Thrive3 жыл бұрын
Slit balls (squash, tennis) place over feet to help prevent sinking.
@GetOffYourAss7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Im always looking for better chair.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
This one is a winner!!!!
@Forestwalker1117 жыл бұрын
Nice one brother! Lol I know all too well about the bog sink. I'm looking at the upper end of double your weight! Thank goodness I've taken to biking and hiking to change that, but for now....that chair is out of range for me. We'll see what the future brings. Lol Be well bro Craig
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Biking and hiking are the BEST! Many times, you never feel like it's work and you simply enjoy the views!
@6BlackWings6 жыл бұрын
@Forestwalker111 , check out the "Chair One" model. 320lb capacity, but probably could take 350/360 if you don't plop yourself down hard. There's always margins figured into the weight ratings. The Chair One has a 1.9lb pack weight.
@voodoo-rides4 жыл бұрын
Helinox makes a cover for the feet for soft ground i have one it works even on that ground.
@tomdavis30384 жыл бұрын
Voodoo-13 I’ll bet they do lol
@bretthikez65676 жыл бұрын
Was looking at these and liked this review alot..im getting an REI gift card so I think I'll get one...i like camping and hiking the same ..some folks are one sided..there both super fun..thanks man
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brett!!! I have taken this chair on all my hikes (you can always see it in the backgrounds at our camps!!!!) I thouroghly enjoy it after a long hike and is definitely worth carrying the extra 1 pound!!!! Merry Christmas!!!!
@HikeRx4 жыл бұрын
This is perfect for the granite that is so pervasive in the Sierras (where I do 90% of my backpacking/hiking).
@chadake15287 жыл бұрын
I just put tennis balls on the feet to solve the sinking problem, but I'm also not trying to go ultra lite either.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Awesome idea Chad!
@jacobpoucher5 жыл бұрын
way to almost double the weight of the chair chad!
@MADHippiesLife4 жыл бұрын
Well, looks like your video is a few years old. Are you still using the Helinox Chair Zero? We're looking into purchasing it and have a question no one has clearly answered yet. When sitting in the chair with our legs out it feels sturdy. But, when we bring our legs in, knees bent, it seems the weight shifts to the back legs and it feels as if the chair has all the weight on the rear legs to the point it rocks back a little. Would you say the rear legs could handle the weight, or a majority of it?
@rogerkomula80573 жыл бұрын
I got a Chair One and cut a pound from around my waist. But your way works.
@drcstudios6 жыл бұрын
Video and Audio looks/sounds great! What camera and voice recorder did you use on this video if you don't mind me asking?
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Whiskeyfox!!! Its the Sony A6000 with their Sony Wireless Microphone accessory! Because the A6000 does not have a mic input, you have to buy their hot shoe attachments! The A6300 has the mic input though!
@drcstudios6 жыл бұрын
OMG. I am about to pull the trigger on a A6500, and then I saw your footage and I was like, whoa - that looks amazing, I better check to see what he has before I do anything...
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Dude... the A6500 is BAD ASS.... BUT!!!!! If I had to do it again, go with the A6300 and save your dough and buy the Sigma 16mm F1.4 lense!!!! Check it out on my latest videos... the Ohio Group Hike showcases that lense.... it AMAZING!!!!! Also, if you don't plan on doing much 4K uploading (which takes forever!!!) Just go with the A6000... but, the ability to shoot in 120 fps is sick on the A6300!!!
@drcstudios6 жыл бұрын
What picture profile do you use? it really looks very good. I'm liking the IBIS stabilization on the A6500, along with the overheating switch and bigger grip.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
I use both Nuetral and Vivid.... depending on what I'm shooting... as far as overheating issues... all the Sony's are prone to that... To solve both over heating and bigger grip... I installed the Smallrig Cage mount with wood grip! I have pictures on my Instagram.... none the less... whichever Sony you choose, you will not be disappointed!!!! But make sure you check out that 16mm Sigma lense... it fricken AMAZING!!!!!
@arcana19736 жыл бұрын
Just ordered myself one, plus the ground cloth
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! That ground cloth will come in handy when the ground is soaked!!!
@arcana19736 жыл бұрын
RESTLESS OUTDOORS after using it this weekend I decided it’s going back. It’s uncomfortable. The back is too upright for me
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
That's too bad!!! I tend to slouch when I sit and kick my feet out...so I'm never really sitting upright anyways... hey its good to know this chair may not be comfortable to everyone!!!! Thanks for the feedback!!! It helps the community!!!
@arcana19736 жыл бұрын
RESTLESS OUTDOORS blame my gut lol
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
🤣..... hell ya!!! That's why I have to slouch with my legs kicked out!!! 😂
@jimgibbons21844 жыл бұрын
Yep, the sand cover is the ticket at 10 bucks & 5 ounces. Cut two poles 4 foot long, lean against a tree, put chair in the middle and now you have handrails to get in and out.
@jimgibbons21845 жыл бұрын
I use a $ 7.50 tarp, some mule cord, bank line and a bushcraft tripod. The tarp weighs 4 oz. Makes for a " never break" chair.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
I like that!!! I may have to try it myself!!!!
@FrankDemonteFDTV5 жыл бұрын
Cool video thank you I like the chair , but don’t normally bring one on my hikes but may consider that one .
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Frank! Still bring it on my hikes and love it!!!
@KevinsDisobedience2 жыл бұрын
I put tennis balls on mine, but mine is a chair one and I don’t mind the extra weight.
@robalan573 жыл бұрын
Use the Helinox Chair Ground Sheet to Prevent Sinking in Soft Ground.
@banshee1076 жыл бұрын
This chair has become a default piece in my hiking gear.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
DITTO banshee107! This chair goes on ALL my trips!!! Thanks for watching!
@Si_in_Finland6 жыл бұрын
Great review !!! so tempted to buy one. How tall are you ?
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
I am 6'.... it's just so nice to rest your back after a long hike! I really am pleased with it and would say to pull the trigger and get one!!
@Si_in_Finland6 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much, that's very helpful as im around the same height and can see how well it fits you. definatly gonna get one now :)
@glenlittlefield98694 жыл бұрын
I pack 4 small "tennis" balls with small cuts in them...they fit right over the legs and even fit in the bag with the chair.
@TheYunkitlam6 жыл бұрын
They have a mat accessory for situation like that
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up Jack Lam!!! Yes, without it, you have to be careful and make sure the ground isn't soaked! 😂
@CharliCarl_97 Жыл бұрын
Hot chair indeed... Hahahahaha good video thank you very much. It is very useful to me since I am in the hunt for a new one hahahahahaha
@barbaraevans69547 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed seeing the restless wife in her cameo appearance.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Her third appearance!
@lulamarie62185 жыл бұрын
Hi Restless! I just discovered your channel via Frozen. I’m debating whether or not to take this chair on my AT thru hike. I’m 52, and I’d prefer not to sit on the ground all of the time. Is this worth the added weight? Thanks so much, digging your videos.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
Hey Lula!!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!! That's a great question! On an AT through hike, I would definitely NOT bring a chair!!! I truly believe that on a through hike like that, ounces and pounds really impact how successful a person will be completing a hike of that magnitude... the 1 pound this chair weighs could be equivalent to 2 days of food you could be carrying instead, or water for that fact... a chair is great to bring on an overnight or even a weekend trip... but on the AT, you will be better suited to carry a lightweight sit pad instead... remember, there are plenty of shelters available to sit down and relax where you can lean up against a wall, or sit on picnic bench and so on... I just believe after watching many people attempting the AT, many send items home to conserve weight and I truly believe a chair would be something you just end up sending back after a week...🤣! I hope that help's!!! That is awesome that you have the opportunity to accomplish such a journey!!! So jealous!!!!
@lulamarie62185 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. You’ve made a good point. Have a very Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
And to you as well Lula!!!
@donmatulevich94115 жыл бұрын
Not sure why I haven’t gotten around to watching this video. Glad you kept the blooper in there but that’s your style. And what was with the little motion you were doing at 7:59? Looking like you were trying to tuck your hair behind your ears lol!
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
🤣... showed that to my wife...she said I do that all the time...lol... I didn't realize I do that!!!
@donmatulevich94115 жыл бұрын
🤣 so that’s not a one off?! Too funny. Deep down you must want to be a hippie and give up on the high and tight cut.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
@@donmatulevich9411 think I watched too much Mitch Kramer in Dazed and Confused...🤣
@donmatulevich94115 жыл бұрын
Classic!
@CiagoGuzman7 жыл бұрын
checkout the Helinox Ground Sheet for soft or sanding surface for you chair and you wont have any more sinking feet.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Santiago! I will!
@jamesthornton33394 жыл бұрын
Get it, well worth the investment to stay on top of the dirt!
@ABSVabeautifulsunsetvlog3 жыл бұрын
Helinox actually sells balls for the feet that give it more stability
@NAG-wn2ek Жыл бұрын
My chair broken after i dropped from the chair. The x joint is broken and hardly to find the sparepart.
@gt5228z5 жыл бұрын
You should try the new REI co-op flexlite air. Same weight, $20 less.
@dukesilvergold5 жыл бұрын
Incorrect. REI Flexlite is 9oz more; that's 56% more weight and it makes a huge difference!
@gt5228z5 жыл бұрын
@@dukesilvergold no, I'm talking about the new Flexlite Air, not the regular flexlite. I have both and can assure you they weigh the same exactly. I've done just that.
@dukesilvergold5 жыл бұрын
gt5228z great choice! I never noticed that model otherwise I would have picked it up instead of Helios.
@gt5228z5 жыл бұрын
@@dukesilvergold I left a review on the REI website, I think under the same name. Anyways it compares/contrasts a few key areas of each chair.
@chesteruk6 жыл бұрын
Put TENNIS BALLS with a small hole in them over each foot to stop them sinking. In fact you can buy small kids tennis balls on eBay - fairly light weight. You can also get a Helinox ground sheet which holds the corners and stops the chair sinking into sand.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Awesome hacks Chesteruk!!! I'm happy to report that since the making of this video, I've used this chair on every trip and so far, It' s never sank in the ground!!! But yes, that ground sheet or tennis balls would definitely fix that from happening again!!! Thanks for watching!!!
@chesteruk6 жыл бұрын
RESTLESS OUTDOORS I took mine cycle touring. It sank into soft ground and I didn’t realise when I pulled it out I’d lost one of the plastic feet off the chair. Got some spares coming from China. That’s how I came across the tennis ball thing which I now use. Thanks for the reply.
@alfred19253 жыл бұрын
good video, pity they are a bit expensive.
@tyhggb4 жыл бұрын
All you need is a log the diameter of a pop can underneath the legs
@consumedesign7 жыл бұрын
looks like the royalview trail?
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
YES! It is!!! 5 minutes from my crib!
@consumedesign7 жыл бұрын
Cool thought so, I mountain bike there a lot since it's the closest to me and know it well.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS7 жыл бұрын
Nice! Great trail...was closed for MTB... thought I was safe!
@ryanbundick6 жыл бұрын
I just packin a ultra light piece of hammock material.Find 3 eight foot pieces of wood ,build a tripod and have a very comfortable chair
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Hey Ryan! I have seen people do that!!! Awesome idea!!! Looks super comfy too!!! Thanks for watching!!!
@DilbertMuc6 жыл бұрын
Buy the Helinox Gound Sheet for another USD 35.00 and set it up on soft ground without problems. Or get the Helinox Ground Chair.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!! Thanks for the great tip!!!!
@babyevil121 Жыл бұрын
Economical and effective
@normacasto83702 жыл бұрын
👍😂😂😂
@NVK853 жыл бұрын
4 tennis balls on the chair legs and it will stay on any surface.
@Lee-70ish4 жыл бұрын
$150 in the UK for a crappy chair that will fund me for a 10 hike. I'll stick to my Tyvek ground seat that cost me $3
@driewiel4 жыл бұрын
I can't find a Tyvek ground seat. You don't mean ground sheet?
@thejeremydance6 жыл бұрын
Setup @ 3:19 I've been disappointed by trying to find chairs with as good a quality build as the helinox (amzn.to/2tW4Y6I) until I found Moon Lence (amzn.to/2KPJfnj). For a trade in of a couple ounces you get something just as durable. Either way, I love both chairs, I just wish the Helinox was a bit cheaper.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS6 жыл бұрын
I hear you! Although someone recently had a sale on the Helinox Chair Zero... was $89.99!!! Thought it was Backcountry.com... but that was a few weeks ago! Sounds like the Moon Lence is another good option too!
@thejeremydance6 жыл бұрын
Nice, I'll have to check backcountry.
@Tylerthomasmiller845 жыл бұрын
If you played a drinking game where you took a shot every time "uuh" was said, you would have consumed enough alcohol to kill 73% of Manhattan. I took the time to count and got 136 times. Averaged out, there is an "uhh" every 3.86 seconds. Good review though.
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
Uhh...hey Tyler...uhh...I uhh really appreciate uhh you taking uhh the time to uhhhhhhh count how uhh many "uhh's" were uhhhhh in the uhh video. Uhhhh, I uhhh am flatt...uhhh...tered that uhhh you would uhhhhh take the uhhh time out of uhhhhhhhhh your uhhhhh day to uhhhh count! Do uhhhh me uhhhh favor uhhh and watch uhh all uhhh of my uhhh videos uhhh and uhhh report uhhhhhh back uhh to uhh me and uhhh let uhh me know uhhhh how uhhh many uhh "uhh's" I uhhh actually uhhh say! I uhhh would uhhh be uhhh inter-uhhh-est-uhhhhhhhhh-ed in uhhhh what uhhh that uhhhh number would uhhhh be!
@Tylerthomasmiller845 жыл бұрын
@@RESTLESSOUTDOORS I'm off today! I'll get started!
@RESTLESSOUTDOORS5 жыл бұрын
@@Tylerthomasmiller84 🤣
@the_guardians_of_the_universe4 жыл бұрын
skip to the real content 3:20 yes, you're welcome ;)