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Title: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: paradocs on December 29, 2015, 09:07:00 PM
Received this for Christmas; interesting concept. 4 pocket,about 2000 cubic inches backpack with integral folding chair. Decently made, fairly quiet as new; chair is padded a bit and reclines via a toggled strap underneath. You ain't gonna pack 60+ lbs in it, but for short hunts, it'll carry the essentials and seat you quickly and comfortably....maybe. We'll see.


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Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: ron w on December 29, 2015, 09:08:00 PM
I could nap on that.........   :thumbsup:    :biglaugh:
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Sam McMichael on December 29, 2015, 09:15:00 PM
It really fascinates me. Years ago, when my son was in Middle School, He had this very same idea. When he asked me if it could be successfully marketed, I said "Probably not". Kinda makes me wonder...

It would really be useful when hunting on the ground, especially if a quiver can be attached.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: paradocs on December 29, 2015, 09:23:00 PM
I tried it on and then slipped on my quiver (Bowers side quiver). Looks like I can carry both no problem. Should work great here at home on our 35 acres. The thing was originally targeted at outdoor concert go'ers and soccer moms....
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Tajue17 on December 29, 2015, 11:01:00 PM
oh man if that has a head rest that slides up from the back when its reclined like that I'm buying one!
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on December 30, 2015, 07:32:00 AM
I like the Concept. The largest Issue I would have is, I rarely find ground that is perfectly Flat.  I think that chair would excel in flat areas and stink in hill country.  I think it would probably make a  good blind chair.

Let us know how it works for you!
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: maineac on December 30, 2015, 07:50:00 AM
I have been loving my Waldrop pack chair with a catquiver 3 attached to it.  I think you will enjoy the flexibility of being able to move and set up quickly and quietly if based on wind and sign..
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Fattony77 on December 30, 2015, 09:49:00 AM
What is the brand? I would definitely like to look into this more.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Rick Butler on December 30, 2015, 10:00:00 AM
Does it have a weight limit?
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Rick Butler on December 30, 2015, 10:05:00 AM
Found a website:
 www.chairpak.com (http://www.chairpak.com)
Wt limit is 230 lbs.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: paradocs on December 30, 2015, 10:06:00 AM
Google Chair-Pak. I think 300 lbs, Rick.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: ronp on December 30, 2015, 10:07:00 AM
Man, I could watch football on TV sitting in that!
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: ronp on December 30, 2015, 10:07:00 AM
Do they sell a matching ottoman to go with it???  :biglaugh:
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Rick Butler on December 30, 2015, 10:13:00 AM
I like the idea.  For years I've carried a folding stool with the attached pouch underneath.  With a set of backpack straps it carries just like a pack, but this looks more comfortable.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: paradocs on December 30, 2015, 01:29:00 PM
Pretty flat here in coastal Virginia,so Hills not a concern, but I think it might work on a hillside in the reclined position. Hope to at least try it in the woods in a few days...Virginia's last weekend for deer. Rick's correct; 230 lb limit...my bad.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: neuse on December 31, 2015, 08:45:00 AM
I like that, good turkey hunting chair.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: neuse on December 31, 2015, 08:49:00 AM
I like that, good turkey hunting chair.

I would buy one, but the website says unavailable.

I wonder where your came from?
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: kennym on December 31, 2015, 12:57:00 PM
Try here, I didn't buy one, but can add to cart....

 http://www.thebackpackchair.com/#!backpackchair/c1ks9/!/Camo-Chair-Pak/p/51618535/category=0
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: paradocs on January 03, 2016, 11:00:00 AM
Sat for 2 1/2 hours yesterday evening; quite comfortable, quieter than I thought it might be, and easy to maneuver through the thick stuff. I like not depending on having a tree to strap to, and set up was quick and quiet. I combined it with a Rivers West camo poncho, which covers both me and the chair, and allows shooting due to armholes. Saw no deer (except for the does in the front field when I came in), but the squirrels and birds were within spitting distance all evening...as close to invisible this side of a ghillie. If it holds up to wear and tear, it's just about perfect for my needs.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: ChuckC on January 03, 2016, 04:51:00 PM
Bring a small folding trowel to level the ground, also, cut a piece of outdoor carpet large enough to put the chair on, plus a bit for your feet.  That keeps things quiet, it spreads the load so the chair legs don't sink as bad, and it gives a surface to put your bow lower limb tip on while waiting.  Roll it up and strap it on when mobile.
ChuckC
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: 2hats on January 03, 2016, 05:33:00 PM
Very cool Doc...You will get good use from that for sure..

Danny
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: SELFBOW19953 on January 04, 2016, 10:00:00 AM
Sure wish it swiveled-makes it much easier to make those slight changes in direction for the deer that's not in the perfect spot.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: Sam McMichael on January 04, 2016, 10:09:00 AM
It would work better if it had short legs attached. They would only need to be a few inches long. That way, they could sink into un-level ground to steady up. I have found this to be true when using various stools and chairs in the brush blind.
Title: Re: ChairPak...Hmmmmm
Post by: paradocs on January 04, 2016, 12:17:00 PM
It seemed pretty solid sitting on wet leaves over fairly wet ground; the bottom crossbars have bends on each side, like little legs...anyway, no sinking noted, but I'm only 140 lbs.  I'd think a swivel would defeat the purpose of compactness and light weight, and I've truly never really needed it; can swivel at the waist quieter than any gizmo   ;)