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Get rid of your $300 “gaming” chair and upgrade to the Staples Hyken for $150
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That there is almost certainly bad for your knee or hip or both. You might want to stop. Sitting properly is boring as hell, but there's a reason for it.
You can buy arm rest cushions, too. Things you literally strap on to the arm rest.
So if you find a chair that suits you thst has this single issue, you can get around it. And it will still work out cheaper than buying a more expensive chair more often than not.
(Also, as above, a pillow will also do just fine. I have had this issue before in other chairs and this worked for me at least).
I had a Ikea Markus, I got rid of it because it was uncomfortable for long gaming sessions. Not enough cushion in the seat and tiny arms rests. I'm currently looking into secret lab or a herman miller chair as a replacement.
Lol we gotta pay the Northern Tax™ of course!What if I live I Canada, and for some reason this is my $300 chair apparently
FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair with Adjustable Arms - Black
Find a FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair with Adjustable Arms - Black at Staples.ca. Read reviews to learn about the top-rated FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair with Adjustable Arms - Black.www.staples.ca
For real though, it does go on sale for I think $169 is the lowest I've seen, but if you want a good chair for same amount as reg price Hyken at Staples, try out the Ergochair 2 from Autonomous.
Every chair you find will have people here and there saying it isn't for them.
And as issues don't show sometimes until you've used it a while, this will always be a bit of a crapshiot.
The Markus is not comfy to lounge in, that's for sure, but I bought it to make sure I sit well more often and it is very comfy for that, for hours, in my experience.
Sitting properly is also something you need to train your body to do if you don't do it already, and while you do it will be very uncomfortable. That will be true for most chairs that you need to sit properly in, just keep that in mind too.
And as issues don't show sometimes until you've used it a while, this will always be a bit of a crapshiot.
The Markus is not comfy to lounge in, that's for sure, but I bought it to make sure I sit well more often and it is very comfy for that, for hours, in my experience.
Sitting properly is also something you need to train your body to do if you don't do it already, and while you do it will be very uncomfortable. That will be true for most chairs that you need to sit properly in, just keep that in mind too.
I've had several Markus' (my home/gaming one and my old job was for the family business, and spending $200 on a chair was more responsible than a HM Aeron) and always thought they were great. The Hyken hit my radar a few months ago from a buddy who swore by it, and it isn't just regency bias - it's a much better chair than the Ikea. My old one is literally five feet away, and going from one to the other, it's a no-brainer over which one is better.
My PC chair at home has basically shed every last piece of faux-leather on it, but it refuses to actually break in a way that would justify me buying a new one. I've had it so long that I can't remember when I got it.
Underrated post.
Underrated post.
Every so often the hype for this exact chair comes raging back. I remember last time this happened I went to Staples and took it for a sit.
I think it's better for smaller people. I'm 6 feet tall and it wasn't comfortable. There's a mod you can look up on youtube that shows you how to raise the head rest but still, not sure the chair was meant for me.
I think it's better for smaller people. I'm 6 feet tall and it wasn't comfortable. There's a mod you can look up on youtube that shows you how to raise the head rest but still, not sure the chair was meant for me.
haha this thread makes me feel validated, i did all the research and got the dexley cause i'm taller. been liking it but man, i dont understand headrests, they dont work for me anywhere, cars, chairs, theaters. comfy but cant see what i want to see
What if I live I Canada, and for some reason this is my $300 chair apparently
FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair with Adjustable Arms - Black
Find a FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair with Adjustable Arms - Black at Staples.ca. Read reviews to learn about the top-rated FlexFit Hyken Mesh Task Chair with Adjustable Arms - Black.
Yeah, as Chippewa Barr said, this chair often goes on sale.
In fact, never buy any chair from Staples unless it is heavily discounted. They have a huge chair sale at least once a year.
The comfort difference for me is pretty significant, it's always been that way. Not sure it's a habit I'll break fully. To be clear it's not the only way I sit. In fact I can hardly keep still most of the time (thanks ADHD), so I'm constantly adjusting how I'm seated, that's just my default.
But yes I know it would be best if I just sat up straight, feet forward, etc :p
My Secret Labs chair is serving me quite well for about a year now and this is coming from someone who's been through multiple chairs from Staples.
Was going to get the model recommended from the OP but didn't felt comfortable while trying it in store.
Was going to get the model recommended from the OP but didn't felt comfortable while trying it in store.
so i'm 6'1'' 165 but research said taller/bigger get the dexley instead
but this guy seems fine with thsi one!
what he said. also, when i did my research it said this chair isnt good for extended sitting like over 8 hours a day, so be warned. I'm using it for work (nothing crazy unless im editing a video), and a little bit for the tv, but mainly on the couch for that
The Hyken is one of the most uncomfortable chairs I've ever sat on.
There is no perfect chair for everyone. It's always best to be able to try before buying, or at the very least buy somewhere with an excellent return policy.
If you spend a lot of time at a PC the chair is more important than any GPU or other component you spend your money on. People are happy to throw 700 bucks at a GPU they'll use for 2 years but they balk at paying more than 99 dollars for a chair so they can be comfortable. I just don't get it.
There is no perfect chair for everyone. It's always best to be able to try before buying, or at the very least buy somewhere with an excellent return policy.
If you spend a lot of time at a PC the chair is more important than any GPU or other component you spend your money on. People are happy to throw 700 bucks at a GPU they'll use for 2 years but they balk at paying more than 99 dollars for a chair so they can be comfortable. I just don't get it.
Can someone explain how/why they are recommending secret labs? Sitting on leather/leatherette for extended periods with side bolstering, and without lumbar support does not sound like a good time.
You can easily find used Steelcase Leap V2s at any used office store (they're a very popular chair, hence there's a lot out there). I got a 3 year old one in almost mint condition for $200. You can tell it's a $1000 chair simply by the build quality.
I almost bought a Secret Labs chair at one point, then backed out. Can't remember why, but I ended up getting a Quantum 9000 from Office Depot instead for a little less.
The fabric itself stretches. I've had an HM Aeron for close to 12 years now. Zero cushioning and the most comfortable chair I've ever sat on. Anytime I get into a comfy, padded office chair, I feel uncomfortable within minutes. Some 10 years ago I was about your weight at same height.
The position these chairs put you in doesn't require padding.
Yeah, if you're fortunate enough to live in a city big enough, or have a way of finding those warehouses/stores that deal in bankrupt/off lease office furniture you'll find Leaps, Aerons, etc.
I wish I found something for $200; in my area they're still about $500+ cad lol.
The one I found a while ago is $450 from like a Calgary used office site, and they asked for $400 or something like that for shipping lol.
As someone married to a person with adhd and has a child with adhd, believe me I understand.
At the same time consider how long the rest of your life is. Now consider spending the last 40 years or more with a bad hip because you liked sitting with one leg under the other.
It's not worth it. I'd recommend finding some other way to get comfortable. Thin cushion under your butt. A little extra back support. Memory foam. Etc. Anything is worth trying if it'll save you from years of body pain.
Sincerely,
Guy With Back Pain
I don't understand everyone's obsession with this chair. I'm 5'9" and 165lbs and went and sat in this at the store, It's absolutely way to small. If you have even normal width shoulders let alone wide shoulders, the arms rests will feel way to cramped. I found the Dexley chair to be much better overall and usually is on sale for the price: https://www.staples.com/staples-dexley-mesh-task-chair-black-56946/product_24398921
I'm not big, but I am tall, so this one looks pretty good compared to the one in the OP.
Also has recline.
TBH, I think chairs are probably one of the hardest things to recommend because it's so personal (i.e. what do people consider firm?). I've sat in a bunch of chairs from the cheap things you can buy at Staples to the Steelcase/Herman Millers. The Steelcase/Herman Millers might've been some of the worst things I've sat in. The issue is that you are supposed to really play around with the settings to find just the right spot.
Personally, I randomly bought a Secret Lab Titan (FWIW, I'm 5'10, ~ 185 pounds which put me in between the recommendation for the Omega and Titan - and I opted for the larger Titan because of a more open seat), Fabric (because I love Fabric and hate leather which I find is too hot/sticky). I honestly love it and think it's the best chair I've sat it. It's kind of hard to describe how it feels because I don't know what people consider firm, but I think it's firm, yet soft enough that it isn't like I sink in it, but I'm not sitting in a bench. Plus, the one thing people always complains about gaming chair is the racing bucket seat which is absent from the Titan (not sure about the Omega, but don't see why it would be different) - it's a seat like most other regular chairs. I've had no issues sitting straight in it for 10+ hours (thanks to working from home) without any issues of posture or back problems. I didn't really have to play around with the settings either - it felt pretty comfortably with only a few minor adjustments.
Personally, I randomly bought a Secret Lab Titan (FWIW, I'm 5'10, ~ 185 pounds which put me in between the recommendation for the Omega and Titan - and I opted for the larger Titan because of a more open seat), Fabric (because I love Fabric and hate leather which I find is too hot/sticky). I honestly love it and think it's the best chair I've sat it. It's kind of hard to describe how it feels because I don't know what people consider firm, but I think it's firm, yet soft enough that it isn't like I sink in it, but I'm not sitting in a bench. Plus, the one thing people always complains about gaming chair is the racing bucket seat which is absent from the Titan (not sure about the Omega, but don't see why it would be different) - it's a seat like most other regular chairs. I've had no issues sitting straight in it for 10+ hours (thanks to working from home) without any issues of posture or back problems. I didn't really have to play around with the settings either - it felt pretty comfortably with only a few minor adjustments.
The big thing here is to spend some time to learn how to sit at a desk properly. It'll take awhile to get used to but it's worth it. It's easy to gravitate to a lot of gaming chairs because they promote comfort over sitting posture. If you've got poor habits/posture to begin with you aren't going to find the herman millers, steel cases and whatnot comfortable at all.
OP would never sit in some mushy chair like that. Only the finest mesh chairs for a true connoisseur as him.
That you, OP?
I have a gaming chair and it's dogshit. I really need something with an adjustable back since mine doesn't and it leans back too far. Kills my back.
However, I'm not feeling this one. Looks uncomfortable.
However, I'm not feeling this one. Looks uncomfortable.
This is my chair, and I'm only now realizing it's lasted more years than any other office chair I've ever owned. Bonus: unlike a fabric or (p)leather chair, a cat who wants your attention RIGHT MEOW can't destroy it with a few swipes.
I'm extremely short though (5'5") so the headrest and lumbar support weren't anywhere near the right places until I startedkneeling in it sitting on a (memory foam) pillow.
A(n electric) standing desk has honestly been the best investment I have ever made w/r/t office space. I will never stop evangelizing for them and hope I never have to go without one again.
Sincerely,
...someone who just realized they are kneeling in a dining room chair right now—and fixed it—but will probably forget and fold one or both legs up midway through dinner 💀
I'm extremely short though (5'5") so the headrest and lumbar support weren't anywhere near the right places until I started
hell yeah hell yeah
A(n electric) standing desk has honestly been the best investment I have ever made w/r/t office space. I will never stop evangelizing for them and hope I never have to go without one again.
Respectfully, the fact that you wrote this gentle, well-intended and entirely correct missive thinking it might make a difference tells me you don't. :P
Sincerely,
...someone who just realized they are kneeling in a dining room chair right now—and fixed it—but will probably forget and fold one or both legs up midway through dinner 💀
Yes. Worst chair ever if you're a much above average height male.
No! The sides of the headrest push directly into my shoulder blades. It's impossible to be remotely comfortable.
You must have really long legs for 6'4" then (Nice for you on that, but sorry about the pants shopping). I'm a bit long in the torso for 6'4", and I would have to drop several inches to sit in this chair.
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It's a mesh. It's not hard. It's stiff, but that's just to keep your posture. A good mesh chair is very comfortable and ages better than most padded chairs which will wear out.
Looks really nice, but I think the only thing that keeps me from getting these is how far they lean back. If it doesn't back far enough, I'm gonna have a bad time.
My Markus has seen better days... seat is not padded well and my 3yo has peeled all the pleather off one armrest.... And the armrests were too low for a me to begin with anyway...
There will never be a mesh back chair that is even usable by me. Every single one, from the cheapest to the most expensive, feels like absolute trash to my back. If I'm going to sit down and relax and play games or watch movies, that shit better be padded, soft, downy, enveloping me in love. If I could fit a recliner in here I would. But that's the level of chair I need. Not this gaming work desk lookin thing.
Even after years of having to buy them from the office, chairs being hundreds of dollars and costing more than electronics is always weird to me.
I'm 5'7" so it sounds like this should be fine for me, but it sounds like people prefer the dexley regardless of size. Is the Dexley uncomfortable for anyone because it's too big? Or anyone my size that can vouch for the Hyken?