Is this the best BUDGET CAMPING CHAIR? Testing out the TREKOLOGY YIZO GO camping chair in the rain
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- Опубліковано 29 січ 2021
- Is this the best BUDGET CAMPING CHAIR? Testing out the TREKOLOGY YIZO GO camping chair in the rain
Hi everyone! In this video I look at a new wild camping chair, the Trekology Yizo Go Portable Camping Chair and also some alternatives by Helinox. If you enjoy the video do hit the like button and subscribe if you are new, it would really help me out! Take care everyone, Simon x
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Are you using a chair for wild camping right now? It would be great to hear your thoughts.
If you enjoy the video do hit the like button and subscribe if you are new, it would really help me out! Take care everyone and stay safe, Love Si x
I have a very similar one and the mat works fine in muddy or soft ground. I wouldn't generally use it for a wild camp but a little bit of necessary luxury on a day adventure or permission camp. Loved the comedy trying to 'fall out' of the chair.
Thanks mate, looking forward to getting the mat. Agree it’s that balance, still unsure if I would use it frequently. Glad you enjoyed it, take care 👍🏻
Hi Simon, first thing to do is make sure the feet are stuck on properly as they will be the first to get lost in the mud if you don't use the cover thing!! I have an Aldi one, cost £17.00, basically built the same, mines lasted me over 2 years now, mine weighs 750g. I stuck 10mm (diameter of legs) walking stick feet on mine and works a treat as bigger surface area for woodland or soft ground. Cool man. Lee
Nice one Lee, I'm waiting on the cover for the feet so will see how it performs. Interesting how these things do the rounds at different weights and prices! Have a good evening mate
Simon, loved the video, chuckled at the "dead-fly rigidity test'. Concur, chairs definitely a luxury item. I use the Chair Zero which cuts down on the weight. Useful on long distance trails rather than a Munro bagging trip. Stay safe.
Thanks mate, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Are you finding it a good purchase? They look great but the price! Thanks for commenting and watching, stay safe👍🏻
It's a very informative channel.
Folding chairs are easy to carry and comfortable to use.
I'm glad to be your best channel friend.
Have a happy Sunday.
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Many thanks mate. Any particular videos of interest? Take care 👍🏻
I just bought 2 of these for $50 AUD each and I'm happy with the comfort, weight and value for money. The horizontal tubes on both chairs were cut off straight and not rounded/deburred. Other tubes smooth. The shock cord on the first chair cut through on the first disassembly. I replaced it on both chairs after smoothing the ends of the tubes. Couldn't get 3mm cord but 4mm fit fine in the end plugs. Easy fix.
Sounds like a great bargain mate and good fixing skills there 👍🏻 where did you buy from? Si
Thanks Simon
Great review! We are buying these for our upcoming camping trip.
Thank you! have a great trip! Simon
The quality of the metal poles looks good Simon. I have a very similar chair but get frustrated by the way it sinks into soft ground. I think I need to get one of those square mats that fit to the bottom to spread the weight. Thanks for sharing on this one mate. Hope all well 👍👍Ben
Thanks Ben, I'm waiting for the cover for the feet to see how that performs and will be putting up a video about that soon hopefully. I hope you're well mate, looking forward to you next one. Always watch them! Si
Nice one Simon, i'm still pondering on one of these myself. Would be ideal for some trips, but as you said, its an extra kg weight! Good to hear the load rating on it though for my beer belly 😂
And for mine mate haha. Dry January over at last mind you. Have a good week coming up mate 👍🏻 thanks for watching
I love this chair. I will only take it with me on a short hike. die to the weight. thank for.your honesty. take care.
Many thanks for watching, it’s brilliant isn’t it. Likewise I have yet to use it in the field due to weight! Si
Hi mate looks sturdy enough, I use the tripod on the odd occasion I take it with me.... Like you say its a luxury item... Take care 👍
Cheers Colin, the more expensive Helinox gets the weight down but still a luxury I reckon. Enjoy your evening mate 👍🏻
Looks great for a day in the woods or picnics... Like you I dunno if I'd wanna lug it any great distance ... But it's great for short walks where comfort reigns over lightweight
Thanks for watching and commenting mate, it does weigh a bit! Would take it on a one-nighter, all the best. Si
Great video and excellent review.
Looks a excellent bit of kit,just purchased a chair the other day.
ATB Dan. 👍👍👍👍
Thanks Dan mate, which one did you get?
@@SimonOutdoors I purchased a really cheap one off ebay wowspeed £15.
I'm going have to do some modifications to the feet. A man of my size sinks rather deep in the ground in these wet conditions.
@@CampingDan85 I know what you mean mate. Someone on here mentioned cutting a tennis ball in half and putting it on each foot so could work. All the best, Si
I've bought one from Aldi for £17.99 I haven't tried it out outdoors yet but hoping it will last for a while. Good review, I do love Trekology products. x
Many thanks Rachel, good luck with the new purchase, Si
I litterally nearly bought this in November!! Lol.. but then saw it in a review aginst the Helinox Chair Zero which you mentioned so gonna get that after speaking to people who have had both on here. I know its over twice the price but packs down small and so light too! Bit of a weird comparison I know lol.
Do love the Yizi Go tho!! Think its definitely the one to go for if people are on a budget 👍🏻👍🏻
Bang on video as always mate
Cheers Chris, let me know how the zero goes as i might be tempted! I hope your injuries are recovering 👍🏻 have a good week ahead and thanks for watching
@@SimonOutdoors Yeah will do mate... They're getting there thanks bud hopefully ill be more or less ok soon 💪🏼👍🏻 You too mate no worries
I have the Helinox Chair Zero, pricey but half the weight. My hips are knackered so I consider a chair a necessity rather than a luxury items these days! I’ve had to reduce my base weight to accommodate it but it comes on every trip with me now - nothing like a comfy chair at the end of long day hiking.
Nice one Mike, can I ask where you bought it from? Thanks for watching and commenting mate 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors hi Simon, I got mine from Wildbounds UK. They frequently have 20% off and sometimes more sales so it’s worth getting the timing right on expensive kit!
@@mikelambrou4462 nice one thank you Mike, I will check them out
Great review mate. 👍
Thanks man 👍🏻
Thanks Simon. I think the recommendation is to fix the seat onto the front poles before the back ones - might be easier that way. It would have been good to see the sand cover thing in action.
Thanks Tim, I have it on order as we speak and will be following up in a separate video. Are you looking for a chair at the moment?
@@SimonOutdoors The trekology one arrived in the post today. Very impressed so far, but I share your reservations about the weight.
@@timgay3485 Coincidence! Nice one thanks Tim, all the best, Simon
I've got the same chair, holds my 119kg weight ok, so is quite solid, I don't use it all the time but ok now and then if not carrying too much weight. 👍
Decent Gaz, I really like it to be fair. Agree, can get away with it a bit if you’re not carrying too much other stuff. It’s not that heavy! Stay safe mate 👍🏻
Looks a decent chair for the price mate! Thanks for sharing buddy
Ash
It’s alright mate. Thanks for commenting and watching, always appreciated 👍🏻
Even though I would hope that most folks who have taken the opportunity to purchase the Trekology YIZI GO Chair have had better success then I have had. When I receive the chair it had a faulty connector on the right hand side - never used and is broken! When I asked the manufacture for support they responded in part by saying quote “We regret to say that we can't warrant the product” it is truly regrettable and now I am working through amazon to attain an exchange or refund… I hope I am more the exception than the rule but thought I would share this.. and wish everyone else all the best of luck.
That's such a disappointment Arthur. Thanks for commenting and watching, helpful for those looking to buy one. Take care, Si
Nice one mate. I`ve the Helinox Zero. I love to take it with me to have some more luxery on my camping trips. Btw: to avoid sinking in you also can use tennis balls. Just cut them into half and put one half under every leg. You`ll see it works and is a pretty cheap alternative. Cheers, Hal
Thanks Hal, great tip there. Have you had yours for a while? Trying to gauge if it will last. Stay safe 👍🏻
No worries. I'm sure it'll last for a long time. I've mine since about 1,5 years. And honestly, I don't look pretty good at it it's still in top condition. I love it and I don't wanna miss it on my trips. I'm pretty sure you'll love it and you'll really appreciate it, too.
@@hw5789 nice one thanks Hal. Good to know, stay safe 👍🏻
I have one where weight is not paramount: beach, concerts, etc.
Packing I use REI Air with homemade sand pad.
Nice one, thanks for watching 👍🏻
Hi Simon .. I’ve got this chair , it Awesome .. it’s not that heavy if you keep fit .. I’ve always trained with weights .. don’t as you get older you lose muscle mass .. so if you train you stay strong , so a couple of pound will not bother you carrying .. cheers buddy cheers Chris & Sam
Thanks guys, I agree. Not too much more weight to contend with. I’m excited to try it. Have you had yours for a long time? Take care 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors had it for Christmas Simon .. but I love keeping fit .. so a few pound does not bother me .. I’ve just brought a 70 ltr osprey Aether ruck sack .. but I will not over fill it lol .. cheers buddy cheers Chris & Sam
@@chrisandsamlivingthedream nice one mate. I’m looking at the aether too. Enjoy the rest of your weekend 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors cheers Simon.. same to you buddy .. love your channel .. cheers Chris & sam
Best thing I ever bought
Good to hear 👍🏻
I purchased 2 of the Helinox when they first came out for kayak camping. Very similar to this one and needs feet like you say to stop it digging in. Paul Messnor carried one up on the mountains, but don't think I would 😂
I saw that video! He’s a braver man than me 😂 the Helinox zero looks excellent. Did you get them before the big price increase?! Thanks for watching mate 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors I picked them up when they first came out. I also have 2 Vango's that work on on same principle but use all alloy to connect together. Thicker tubes and much more sturdier to sit in. Perfect for my campervan. Probably too heavy to hike with 😂
@@marcandsebe you could always try if you’re feeling strong 😂😂 I heard the Helinox was cheaper to begin with. Take care mate, thanks for commenting 👍🏻
Ive got one of those cheap tripod ones Simon. Does the job.
Nice one Steve, I have one too but this is great to be able to sit back. The tripod works well too. Where is yours from?
@@SimonOutdoors non branded. Picked it up at a car boot sale 😁
@@stevesj80 no way! Good buy then mate 👍🏻
Looks a great chair. Nice review mate
Thanks James, appreciate it mate. Do you use a chair?
@@SimonOutdoors I have a similar chair. It's a cheap one with no name. I wouldn't use it for summit camps or long hikes but ideal for a short walk camp and woodland camp
@@jamesoutandaboutn.i227 nice one James, sounds ideal. Enjoy the rest of your weekend mate 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors you too matey atb
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Hello old friend. Always good to see you.
Thanks Keith, I hope you’re well?
@@SimonOutdoors . . Hi Simon, thanks for asking. . I'm decomposing gracefully my friend. . I hope all is good with you, and that you are staying safe.
Keep up the good work my fine fellow.
Big man hugs xx
@@keithshwalbe6981 Thanks Keith, take care and I'm glad you're keeping well. Si
@@SimonOutdoors . . Stay happy my friend, and have some wonderful adventures.
@@keithshwalbe6981 thanks Keith mate 👍🏻stay safe
Tempted by the Helinox chair zero as I'm hoping to do the Anglesey coastal path in summer. Do you think the trekology would stand up to constant use on a multiday hike?
I think it would Steve, it feels very durable. It’s not very light though so the Helinox zero might be better. When are you planning on doing it?
cool vid fella .thermarest seat mat does me 👍
I’m a fan of that one too, if only I could find it! Thanks for watching mate 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors amazon mate
@@jasonmaddison6148 👍🏻 🙏🏻
Turns wild camping into wild glamping
😂 true that
i got an urpro 1 exactly the same only ab 23 quid 👍👍
I’ve been ripped off mate! 😂 where did you buy from? Thanks for watching Craig 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors amazon buddy..
@@craigpalmer347 thanks Craig, have a good evening
I got one from wish £16 been ok to be honest... and is nice to sit in a proper chair....
Nice one Martin, I’m looking forward to using this one. Thanks for watching mate 👍🏻
Got this last July still yet to use it!
Nice one mate, it’s a great bit of kit. do you have any other chairs?
@@SimonOutdoors none
The cord just snapped on mine! They are sending me another one. I just did a vid on it!
I saw it this morning mate! Great video 👍🏻
Read the instructions…..bottom goes in first, seat back second. Much easier setup.
Nice one thanks John, never great at reading instructions! Simon 👍🏻
Hey bro, I've bought a cheap one a few years ago from Amazon (Camtoa), in exactly the same style. I've taken a few times as a luxury item on my wild camps. You can save a bit of weight by ditching that bag. Think mine weighs 800g from memory without the bag. Not quite the Helinox Zero One but better than that 1kg for gram saving! I guess if you're really precious you could cut those pockets (flappy flap flap things) off for a few more grams... Stay Rad. MADS
Nice one MADS, good idea about the pocket removal. But where would I put the beer! Does your one still work well? Take care mate and thanks for watching and commenting, Simon
@@SimonOutdoors Mine never came with pockets dude, but, I'm sure I wouldn't use anyways. Haha. Just thought if losing a few grams are your thing it would be another option =) MADS
@@Mads76 top tip mate, thanks for it :)
Sorry to be so late to the party.. I'm looking for a chair for Car Camping. (space saving would be good..) I'm 6'4" and have back issues. The chair itself looks awfully low to the ground to me and doesn't look to offer much in the way of back support. Does anyone have any insight regarding this chair for the taller person?
Hi Dean, thanks for watching. I find the chair comfortable and I am 6'5. It is low to the ground but I think that's why it is so comfortable. Have you looked at any others?
This brand product is manufactured and supplied by our Chinese factory. We also have other products to produce.
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£40 budget really ? Your having a laugh when you can get the same chair by Sumit at Tesco’s for £15 now that’s budget.
Nice one mate, did you get one? Budget in the context of Helinox. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors got one a while ago, still have loads in the main stores in their camping sections seen a load in earlier today total bargain at £15 and really comfy too a great luxury item to take with.
@@grimlightwildoutdoors nice one thanks for mentioning it 👍🏻
@@SimonOutdoors 👍😀🙏🤘👍
480KG lol
😂 good spot!
This chair by Trekology is junk. It broke on my second weekend backpacking trip.
Do not buy.
Mine has always been top 👍🏻
TO MANY MOVING PARTS ...I'M OUT.
Fair play mate, not for everyone
You English guys really like to hear your voice! It's a cheap backpack chair and your talking for 10 minutes. You don't even show the chair very often. WTF dude?
Thanks for watching and commenting Chris, and for the feedback. Appreciate it 👍🏻