Zero Gravity Chairs

kihrer · 02-03-2012, 10:20 AM

I am looking to buy a new Zero Gravity Chair to use while babysitting my stick burner at competitions. Which ones should I be looking at? Does anyone use the Caravan Canopy over-sized? I'd like something that holds up well and won't rust or break within a season. I'd also prefer to stay under $100. Thanks.

mobow · 02-03-2012, 10:24 AM

I have the ones from Cabela's. It held to the first season fine. I think I got the oversized on sale for about $40.00. keith

smokeyw · 02-03-2012, 10:30 AM

This is the one I use and it is on sale now. I am 6'2" and weigh 240. The XL one fits me perfect. It is perfect to sleep in at cook-offs and mine has held up well for about 4 years now. I had a cheaper one first that lasted one season.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Home-...3Bcat104267880

eggzlot · 02-03-2012, 10:48 AM

Amazon.com: Faulkner XL Recliner Black Mesh with Padded Arms: Patio, Lawn & Garden@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41O%2Boa1HcvL.@@AMEPARAM@@41O%2Boa1HcvL

This one is $130, but it is the XL size (I am 6'3'' and 230lbs) and it is the mesh one so better breathability which to me is key when I'm baby sitting a smoker in hot weather.

The standard size, all padded version, is $99 on amazon:
Amazon.com: Faulkner Standard Recliner Black Padded with Padded Arms: Patio, Lawn & Garden@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Ya7oVU4wL.@@AMEPARAM@@41Ya7oVU4wL

There are add on features like a table with cup holder you can add, etc, which is nice down the road.

jrbBBQ · 02-03-2012, 12:11 PM

I have a couple of the xl ones from cabelas, never had a problem with them. I think i picked them up for about 60 bucks a piece.

southernstyle · 02-03-2012, 01:03 PM

i have this one http://www.gandermountain.com/modper...r&merchID=4005

very comfy

Mike - CSBBBQ · 02-03-2012, 01:39 PM

I have the one from Gander but saw another at Lakeland. It had a foot rest (mine hits my ankles) and a small flip over shade cover. Didn't get the brand but will be the next one for me.

lcbateman3 · 02-03-2012, 01:52 PM

I have one that sits two people....or me :) Great for sleeping!

kihrer · 02-03-2012, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by lcbateman3

I have one that sits two people....or me :) Great for sleeping!

What brand is it?

Will work for bbq · 02-03-2012, 03:28 PM

I've had the big Outdoorsman for about 8 months, so far so good it is wide and study.

kihrer · 02-03-2012, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Will work for bbq

I've had the big Outdoorsman for about 8 months, so far so good it is wide and study.

This one looks very nice. My question would be about the padded seat and back. Does it breath well or do you sweat in it during the summer?

Sledneck · 02-03-2012, 04:12 PM

I broke a piece on the cabelas and brought I back, 3 years old no receipt . They gave me a new one no questions asked. The wood arm rest is great touch to.

kihrer · 02-03-2012, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Sledneck

I broke a piece on the cabelas and brought I back, 3 years old no receipt . They gave me a new one no questions asked. The wood arm rest is great touch to.

Thank you. I love great customer service

I may have to make a run up to Cabelas tomorrow. That way I can sit in before I buy it. I will be spending many hours in whatever I buy so I need to like it.

BruceB · 02-03-2012, 05:23 PM

Another vote for the XL chair from Cabela's. Have had mine now for almost 3 years and it has held up great. Very comfortable. Make sure you buy the cover for the chair if you get it, to store it in when not in use.

Slamdunkpro · 02-03-2012, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kihrer

Thank you. I love great customer service

I may have to make a run up to Cabelas tomorrow. That way I can sit in before I buy it. I will be spending many hours in whatever I buy so I need to like it.

If you're going to the one in Hamburg (and going just for the chair) call first. When I was there last month they didn't have any on the floor.

02-03-2012, 10:20 AM	#1
kihrer Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 09-28-11 Location: Harleysville, PA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Zero Gravity Chairs I am looking to buy a new Zero Gravity Chair to use while babysitting my stick burner at competitions. Which ones should I be looking at? Does anyone use the Caravan Canopy over-sized? I'd like something that holds up well and won't rust or break within a season. I'd also prefer to stay under $100. Thanks. __________________ [COLOR=Blue] [COLOR=Black][B][I]Ken Ihrer[/I][/B] 12ft competition trailer Jambo 48 "Bo Diddley" heavily modified SnP "Chickenator" [COLOR=Red]Red[COLOR=Black] and [COLOR=Blue]Blue[COLOR=Black] Super fast [/COLOR][/COLOR]Thermapens[/COLOR][/COLOR] [/COLOR][/COLOR]

02-03-2012, 10:24 AM	#2
mobow is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 12-11-09 Location: Marshall MO Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have the ones from Cabela's. It held to the first season fine. I think I got the oversized on sale for about $40.00. keith __________________ WSM 22.5, MCBJ, In The Key Of Que

02-03-2012, 10:30 AM	#3
smokeyw is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 01-03-11 Location: Smithfield, North Carolina Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	This is the one I use and it is on sale now. I am 6'2" and weigh 240. The XL one fits me perfect. It is perfect to sleep in at cook-offs and mine has held up well for about 4 years now. I had a cheaper one first that lasted one season. http://www.cabelas.com/product/Home-...3Bcat104267880 __________________ Smokey W's Pit Que NCPC Competition Team / 2011 NCPC Whole Hog State Champion

02-03-2012, 10:48 AM	#4
eggzlot Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 03-08-11 Location: Northern NJ Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Faulkner Amazon.com: Faulkner XL Recliner Black Mesh with Padded Arms: Patio, Lawn & Garden@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41O%2Boa1HcvL.@@AMEPARAM@@41O%2Boa1HcvL This one is $130, but it is the XL size (I am 6'3'' and 230lbs) and it is the mesh one so better breathability which to me is key when I'm baby sitting a smoker in hot weather. The standard size, all padded version, is $99 on amazon: Amazon.com: Faulkner Standard Recliner Black Padded with Padded Arms: Patio, Lawn & Garden@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Ya7oVU4wL.@@AMEPARAM@@41Ya7oVU4wL There are add on features like a table with cup holder you can add, etc, which is nice down the road.

02-03-2012, 12:11 PM	#5
jrbBBQ Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 03-01-11 Location: Mcleansboro, IL Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have a couple of the xl ones from cabelas, never had a problem with them. I think i picked them up for about 60 bucks a piece. __________________ "Rural Route BBQ competition team"

02-03-2012, 01:03 PM	#6
southernstyle is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 08-26-11 Location: okeechobee, fl. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	i have this one http://www.gandermountain.com/modper...r&merchID=4005 very comfy __________________ roger. Sponsored by oakridge bbq. stumps baby with digi q 2. doublebarrel 250 gallon offset

02-03-2012, 01:39 PM	#7
Mike - CSBBBQ is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 10-29-08 Location: Columbia, MD Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have the one from Gander but saw another at Lakeland. It had a foot rest (mine hits my ankles) and a small flip over shade cover. Didn't get the brand but will be the next one for me. __________________ Mike CHIX, SWINE & BOVINE Bbq. Because Bad BBQ is Downright Criminal [COLOR=#000080]csbbbq.com[/COLOR] KCBS & MABA member - CBJ #21870 Jambo (Geer) Pit Lang 84 Deluxe w/roof system Lang 60 w/warmer

02-03-2012, 01:52 PM	#8
lcbateman3 is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 02-24-10 Location: Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have one that sits two people....or me :) Great for sleeping! __________________ --Lionel You only fail if you do not try.

02-03-2012, 03:28 PM	#10
Will work for bbq is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 06-23-10 Location: Bay Area, CA. Downloads: 12 Uploads: 0	I've had the big Outdoorsman for about 8 months, so far so good it is wide and study. __________________ Paul 00 Slowskys Racing CharGriller Acorn Komado AKA Milton (RIP), WGA, WSM 18.5", WSM 22.5" BBQ Guru Digi Q, Weber Kettles, Genisis Gold Gasser, Orange and Red ThermaPens and a Partridge in a Avocado tree. Agent 000 (Double O Zero) Certified MOINK Baller CLICK HERE to visit the BBQ Brethren Throwdowns When all else fails just ask yourself, WWGALD??? *Super sexy Farkernaut Avatar by N8man*

02-03-2012, 04:12 PM	#12
Sledneck is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 12-04-05 Location: Wantagh, NY Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I broke a piece on the cabelas and brought I back, 3 years old no receipt . They gave me a new one no questions asked. The wood arm rest is great touch to. __________________ BBQ Illuminati Blog Disclaimer: The poster does not take any responsibility for any bad feelings or sense of exclusion that the reader of this post may have-whether real or imagined. Reading threads poses inherent risks. The poster of this thread would like to also remind readers to make sure they have a functional sense of humor before they visit any discussion board.

02-03-2012, 05:23 PM	#14
BruceB Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 12-09-04 Location: Utica, MI Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Another vote for the XL chair from Cabela's. Have had mine now for almost 3 years and it has held up great. Very comfortable. Make sure you buy the cover for the chair if you get it, to store it in when not in use. __________________ Good Talkin' With You Bruce 22 1/2" WSM 2 18 1/2" WSM's Pitmaster iQue 110 Weber 22 1/2" Kettle Weber Smokey Joe Platinum Weber Genesis Gasser Treasurer, Great Lakes BBQ Association Member Rubbed, Smoked and Sauced BBQ Team KCBS/CBJ #55356