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On January 25 2015 09:07 c0ldfusion wrote:Show nested quote +On January 24 2015 15:04 MagnuMizer wrote:On January 19 2015 05:22 Torte de Lini wrote: Anything good in Denmark? I'm looking to buy a chair at 300 euros and with amazing lumbar support as my lower-back is just dying
IKEA Markus actually still good? Its 175 euros and it doesnt have much customization, but anything that lets me sit properly and forces me to not crouch my head forward like a hunchback would be great. I'm also looking to buy a new chair here in Denmark. I'm 192cm and 90kg average build. I've had the IKEA Markus for like 6 years now, and I really like it. It's good for a budget option, but now I'm looking for a more high quality chair that has more adjustments. The Markus greatest flaw, in my opinion, is that you can't tilt the seat back further than around 30-40º, which is fine for when you are working or playing, but if you want to really relax and watch something leaned back and chilled, it doesn't quite cut it. However, I love the high back/head support and the chair is super sturdy, very comfortable with a soft seat that hasn't degraded at all in all the years I've used it. For the price, the chair is absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend it. I've pre-ordered a NeedforSeat Maxnomic Classic Office (369€) in case I decide I want it. According to the site they will restock around early-mid February. But in the meantime I will keep an open mind to what else is out there. I want the best chair I can get, but at the same time I feel like spending more than 500€ is a little crazy. I've read through the thread post on page 1, and checked out the different chairs, but very few of them seem to have head support, which is definitely a requirement for me. Can anyone, from their personal experience, recommend a chair that is as comfortable as the Herman Miller Embody, but also supports my tall back and my head and doesn't cost more than 500€? You don't like the Aeron? You can get a head rest for it.
It's way too expensive for me. Plus the design is not that spectacular, if it would cost 300€ instead of 1000€ then there would be a chance. But as I said, I'm not spending more than 500€.
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On January 26 2015 21:58 MagnuMizer wrote:Show nested quote +On January 25 2015 09:07 c0ldfusion wrote:On January 24 2015 15:04 MagnuMizer wrote:On January 19 2015 05:22 Torte de Lini wrote: Anything good in Denmark? I'm looking to buy a chair at 300 euros and with amazing lumbar support as my lower-back is just dying
IKEA Markus actually still good? Its 175 euros and it doesnt have much customization, but anything that lets me sit properly and forces me to not crouch my head forward like a hunchback would be great. I'm also looking to buy a new chair here in Denmark. I'm 192cm and 90kg average build. I've had the IKEA Markus for like 6 years now, and I really like it. It's good for a budget option, but now I'm looking for a more high quality chair that has more adjustments. The Markus greatest flaw, in my opinion, is that you can't tilt the seat back further than around 30-40º, which is fine for when you are working or playing, but if you want to really relax and watch something leaned back and chilled, it doesn't quite cut it. However, I love the high back/head support and the chair is super sturdy, very comfortable with a soft seat that hasn't degraded at all in all the years I've used it. For the price, the chair is absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend it. I've pre-ordered a NeedforSeat Maxnomic Classic Office (369€) in case I decide I want it. According to the site they will restock around early-mid February. But in the meantime I will keep an open mind to what else is out there. I want the best chair I can get, but at the same time I feel like spending more than 500€ is a little crazy. I've read through the thread post on page 1, and checked out the different chairs, but very few of them seem to have head support, which is definitely a requirement for me. Can anyone, from their personal experience, recommend a chair that is as comfortable as the Herman Miller Embody, but also supports my tall back and my head and doesn't cost more than 500€? You don't like the Aeron? You can get a head rest for it. It's way too expensive for me. Plus the design is not that spectacular, if it would cost 300€ instead of 1000€ then there would be a chance. But as I said, I'm not spending more than 500€. Holy crap that's expensive. In the US you can get it used for about 300-500 depending on condition and features.
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I'm gonna give this a last bump to have anyone change my mind before I purchase a Need for Seat. They just re-stocked the other day so I'm gonna jump on it unless someone tells me how stupid I'm being...
I'm not gonna get my hopes up. This thread seems pretty dead.
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I still monitor this thread.
I haven't tried Need for Seat myself but I tend find the quality of these racing type chairs to be a little suspect. You can also thumb through this thread yourself - you'll find plenty of feedback from people who own these.
Also, while I find the racing style chairs to be pretty comfortable, for gaming, I still prefer the ergonomics of a traditional office task chair.
You should try out the usual suspects if you have a chance, i.e. Steelcase Leap, HM Embody, Human Scale World Chair, Human Scale Freedom, HM Aeron, and HM Mirra 2.
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Papua New Guinea1053 Posts
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Yeah, that's what I've been saying. Aeron is still my favorite.
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Not a huge fan of the Aeron, so my short list is
Mirran Think Embody Zody
In that order. Embody seems nice but it's a little pricy, I like both the Mirran and Think a lot, wondering if anyone has any experience with them. I have tried a Mirran and it's nice but I haven't had a chance to try any of the other and it doesn't seem like there's many stores in Toronto that has them to try
Any thoughts? And anyone know where to buy non HM chairs in Canada?
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Hmm.. interesting. I've tried the Think chair once a long time ago. I don't remember it too much other than it being not that comfortable (comparable to Aeron in that regard though).
I tried the Mirra more recently and it feels like a crappier Aeron for roughly the same price. It's still nice - just doesn't represent great value to me.
Have you tried the Leap? It's more comfortable than Aeron, Mirra and Think.
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Found a place that sells used and refurbished chairs. Steelcase Leap for 350€. About to pull the trigger on one. The price seems fair, right?
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On February 05 2015 02:56 excal wrote:Not a huge fan of the Aeron, so my short list is Mirran Think Embody Zody In that order. Embody seems nice but it's a little pricy, I like both the Mirran and Think a lot, wondering if anyone has any experience with them. I have tried a Mirran and it's nice but I haven't had a chance to try any of the other and it doesn't seem like there's many stores in Toronto that has them to try Any thoughts? And anyone know where to buy non HM chairs in Canada? I just ordered my leap from Heritage Office in Vancouver
4 weeks until it comes..much excite.
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On February 07 2015 00:03 DERPDERP wrote: Found a place that sells used and refurbished chairs. Steelcase Leap for 350€. About to pull the trigger on one. The price seems fair, right? as long as the warranty transfers
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On February 13 2015 05:28 CorsairHero wrote:Show nested quote +On February 07 2015 00:03 DERPDERP wrote: Found a place that sells used and refurbished chairs. Steelcase Leap for 350€. About to pull the trigger on one. The price seems fair, right? as long as the warranty transfers Maybe for Steelcase it's different but for my Aeron I don't think the warranty transferred which is fine because those things are durable as heck.
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Warranty only applies to chairs purchased through authorized retailers and is not transferable.
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Which chair do you have? The Leap?
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I tried out the gesture and amia and leap feels better to me. Steelcase.com has ~150 bucks off a leap if you order through them. I'm glad I didn't get the amia when I had the chance (I think skyR advised against it). The back support is better on the leap for sure.
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Does anyone have experience with the Lively Task chair by Haworth? It's around $400 but has less features than Zody or Very Task. I've been looking for a new chair but I still find it tough to purchase one at $700-800 when you can't find a convenient local place to try the chairs first.
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United States24342 Posts
Hey guys, didn't know this thread was here but pretty neat.
I need a new chair for my computer desk (actually, I just use a table for a desk). My current one is breaking so time is a factor. I tried going to my local stores that sell desk chairs to see if they had what I want, but selection was limited and I didn't find anything quite what I'm looking for.
- I want a high back. In particular I want my head supported such that I can lean back and rest my head while typing on my computer (the chairs I already tried are structured such that leaning back causes my head to be positioned so as to look upwards at about a 30 degree angle, rather than straight forward where my computer monitor is). Is that a bad idea?
- I want adjustable armrests. That way, I can pull my chair forward without the armrests competing with the table my computer is on.
- I would prefer a mesh back or other material that helps keep your back cool.
- I want to keep the purchase within ~$250
- Ideally, I wanted to try sitting in chairs until I found one that felt comfortable vice buy something online I've never touched. However, this may not be reasonably achievable given the above.
How reasonable are my above requirements?
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headrests for chairs are meant for people that look at screens above them are meant for people who look up like surveillance or people with screens above normal height so if you're sitting upright, you dont need a headrest
you can try this but it doesn't have adjustable armrest. Seems pretty popular and well liked http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00103102/
Unless you're over 300 lbs, any of the higher end chairs like the Leap or Embody will do fine if you're going online since they have many adjustments
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