Just bought one after all the reccomendations in here. I'm glad its cheaper (and apparently better) than most of the ugly gaming chairs out there
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Get rid of your $300 “gaming” chair and upgrade to the Staples Hyken for $150
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I've been liking it a lot. But I agree, it either needs a lower back cushion and/or a butt cushion. I'd look into a memory foam cushion. I don't have one yet so I don't have a particular recommendation. But budget-wise, $30-$40 is pretty solid for a decent one.
The manual says to tighten up the bolts once a month as an FYI. I haven't used the headrest since it feels a bit loose. Nor have I reclined on it too much.
"A contoured mesh back channels cool air towards your body for comfort on hot afternoons, while the synchro-tilt automatically adjusts the reclining resistance. The armrests have an adjustable height to deliver customized support, and the integrated lumbar curves along your back, letting you maintain proper posture."
Is mine broken? It literally does not stop reclining when I lean back and feels like it's about to break. I don't think the lock thing works on mine
edit: I can hear a clicking sound like it's trying to lock, but doesn't
Is mine broken? It literally does not stop reclining when I lean back and feels like it's about to break. I don't think the lock thing works on mine
edit: I can hear a clicking sound like it's trying to lock, but doesn't
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I've also got a Secret Lab chair, went with the fabric material too as usually the fake leather has a tendency to peel. Not sure how the quality of it is on the SL chairs, so I just went with the safer bet. Was worth the money I feel after having gone through cheap $100-$150 chairs at Staples.
Thanks OP! I got the Dexley over the holidays, which is essentially the Hyken for taller folks. Love it!
There's always a little bit of recline, but sounds like your lock isn't engaging. See if you can return?
There's always a little bit of recline, but sounds like your lock isn't engaging. See if you can return?
You have a link for that one? I'm 6'5 and my big and tall chair I have now is meh.
You can buy a new gas cylinder for ~$20 on amazon, if nothing else is wrong with it.
i thought about it. but the chair sucks booty. can't fix the back of the chair. its pretty loose as well.
Been thinking about this chair for a few days and finally caved.
I never had a chair that cost over like $40 so I imagine it will be quite the upgrade.
I never had a chair that cost over like $40 so I imagine it will be quite the upgrade.
This is active on staples right now?
Edit: Yeah, it works, thanks for the heads up!
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I have this chair, it's fantastic but you should know if you are 6 feet or taller the headrest will be too short for you.
Just buy whatever mesh task chair with as many adjustments as possible that you can find locally. There's nothing special about this chair to want to import it or anything.
I have an eblue cobra that a friend gave me after he moved and it's allright, but honestly it's nothing compared to my wife's Secret Lab, nothing compared to it.
I was reading up on a ton of reviews about chairs. I've seen people mentioning the better non-gaming chairs, however I don't have that kind of money to drop. The Secret Lab itself was a bit pricey and bit more than I wanted to spend, but seeing as I spend most of my time while at home sitting in a chair, was willing to spend more to get something would hopefully last me a good, long time.
SL was probably the best reviewed in regards to gaming chairs, and I agree. Quite comfortable, seat cushion isn't squishy, but not a solid piece that's hard to sit on. However it didn't come with the bottom pillow, which I should get one of these days. I did however order some memory foam topper pieces that go over the arm rests, which made it a bit better.
My advice is always to go used and get a $1000 retail chair for $2-300. If you'd rather go new and cheap, find a local store that sells task chairs and try them out.
if you spend a lot of time seated at your desk then don't skimp on the chair you use. I have a Herman Miller Aeron and I can't recommend it enough. Obviously it's expensive, but long term back health is so important.
I got it...
Its just that my desk is too tall it doesn't go as high as I need it
The wheels don't spin very well ... they constantly drag on the floor... (I only weigh 155lbs)
The arm rest is not rotatable... they only adjust up and down.
it's ... an okay chair
Its just that my desk is too tall it doesn't go as high as I need it
The wheels don't spin very well ... they constantly drag on the floor... (I only weigh 155lbs)
The arm rest is not rotatable... they only adjust up and down.
it's ... an okay chair
It's a shame in Australia our chair offers are limited to either pretentious leather chairs from Harvey Norman that offer zero ergonomic support, or Officeworks' "gaming" chairs that are a waste of money for the comfort they give.
I live in Australia and can only dream of these prices for chairs :(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
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Mine came in today, liking it so far.
One thing I had to change was the seat depth. I wanted to sit further back without reclining the back support, so I adjusted the screws underneath to sit on the outside and it gave me a bit more space.
One thing I had to change was the seat depth. I wanted to sit further back without reclining the back support, so I adjusted the screws underneath to sit on the outside and it gave me a bit more space.
About the wheels might be an issue unless your on carpet or something. I have a hard time stopping mine to roll on wood floor.
Same on a wood floor also, and thinking about getting replacement wheels with roll locks lol
i'm on concrete with one of those plastic chair mats ... i'ts a friction issue but better wheels would be fine... my last chair rolled fine for example
maybe I need a new mat
Thanks! I used it twice (two different email addresses), and I went to use it a third time (my family really likes the chair), but it expired today. I'll wait for another coupon.
Im actually considering it as a replacement for my Markus. Feel that chair was overrated.
Just not sure which to get yet.
Personally i like to make the product worth it's price. and for a $100 my "gaming" chair has served me well in these last 3 years. No complaints whatsoever. But the chair looks good visually, definitely put it in my wishlist and will be trying it next time i stop at staples. Thanks OP.
Have a Herman Miller Sayl and highly recommend. Can replace the seat after it wears down.
Out of all the chairs Ive ever used for extended time, this one fits my back arc the best.
Cost $600, but has lasted me 8 years and still going strong.
Herman Miller Sayl
I just got my Hyken chair and its amazing.
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$150 worth spent!
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.
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$150 worth spent!
The Hyken and Dexley are both $125 right now with the coupon code 39338 ($25 off $150 purchase).
Really tempted to get one of these, because my expensive DXRacer is a piece of uncomfortable garbage. Can't decide which, though. Anyone know if the Dexley is too big for ~5'7"? I need the extra room, but I don't want something too tall.
Really tempted to get one of these, because my expensive DXRacer is a piece of uncomfortable garbage. Can't decide which, though. Anyone know if the Dexley is too big for ~5'7"? I need the extra room, but I don't want something too tall.
I've had this chair for a while and recently changed out all of our flooring to hardwood. This chair, like most, has crappy plastic wheels and I was afraid to scratch the new floors so I bought these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G643EU6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I highly recommend them even if not on hardwood. Better and cheaper than buying one of those bad mats.
I highly recommend them even if not on hardwood. Better and cheaper than buying one of those bad mats.
Its rated for 275lbs. So it probably wont work for you. Thats the major drawback of a chair like this.
Bought a Dexley, arriving Thursday. Hyken looks way too petite. After looking at youtube reviews I think it will do perfectly. Around $130 shipped with next day delivery, and a 7 year warranty... hard to beat that.
In short, if you are under 5'10"ish (6ft tops) and below 160lbs you'd probably be more suited to a Hyken. Otherwise, get the Dexley... unless you are over the weight limit, then you'll have to find something else suitable.
Have an Aeron at work. I mean, it's pretty nice but I'm not gonna pay 3x or more what the Dexley costs (on sale), it's not that much nicer. For my needs, anyway.
In short, if you are under 5'10"ish (6ft tops) and below 160lbs you'd probably be more suited to a Hyken. Otherwise, get the Dexley... unless you are over the weight limit, then you'll have to find something else suitable.
Have an Aeron at work. I mean, it's pretty nice but I'm not gonna pay 3x or more what the Dexley costs (on sale), it's not that much nicer. For my needs, anyway.
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