Do you NEED a motorcycle camping chair?

[@OldGuyonaBike]

First world camping dilemma. "What chair do I bring?" Looks like you'll be able to make the Helinox work just fine. Always good to test before you leave home. Camping chairs are a must!

[@fuglbird]

Back in 1979 my girlfriend and I went on a camping trip on my two stroke three cylinder Suzuki GT550. We visited Germany, Switzerland, France and Monaco in three weeks. We just used what we had. The only things we bought were sleeping bags that could be zipped together. I've never used tables, chairs or pillows on my camping trips before but now I'm 66 and gave myself a folding chair for Christmas. I had planned to make one myself but found the Robens Searcher to be made the way I wanted. The Kermit chairs and tables look great. I like them.

[@MotoGiant]

everything changes when you get old for sure!

[@profitininfinitenumbers7189]

I carry a regular folding chair from REI I can even carry a aluminum lawn chair if I wanted to

[@marklaramie7393]

You Sir, are definitely an inspiration, you have come a loooong way in a very short time

[@albie567]

That wooden chair was memorable.

[@southernrebel]

Don; The older you get the more you need a camp chair and a good one!!! Warm enough thursday for a short ride. Sure felt good!! God Bless safe ridin

[@NicksBikes]

Story of my life from Amazon: "This item cannot be shipped to your location." I've been wanting a chair that I can pack on the back of my 125, but every single "folding chair" I've seen is still 4 foot long! sure, it packs narrow, but I don't like the idea of that kind of overhang on the back of my bike. I like the look of that Helinox chair, so I've got to try and find one Down Under. Gives me a starting point, at least. Right now, all I'm packing is a tail bag. I want to get saddle bags, tank bag, you name it, but I figure what's the point in packing my bike full of crap if I've got nowhere to sit down when I get there?

[@MotoGiant]

have tried Amazon? There is a link in the description

[@NicksBikes]

@@MotoGiant That's where I got that message from 🤦‍♀️ I checked the Australian amazon site, I think I'm in luck there, pocket money permitting 😅

[@dougfresh1341]

Yes. For waiting.

[@Liberty4Ever]

In some ways, you learning to moto camp with all of the new handi-capable adaptations is similar to many of your newer viewers learning to go moto camping for the first time. I'm kind of preaching to myself more than you, but regular exercise to increase general mobility will pay huge dividends in all aspects of life. It sounds goofy after living an active lifestyle, but it's actually good exercise getting in and out of a chair. It's the old person's version of squats at the gym. I'm glad the Helinox still works for you. It looks like one of the best examples of that general design. Whatever you decide on the moto camp chair, ensure that *EVERYTHING* is secured to your T7 so there is no way it can depart... every time. We all need to be very vigilant about this, and particularly careful any time the situation requires a deviation from our hopefully inherently safe routine practices.

[@MotoGiant]

I replied to this, but nothing is showing? Hmmm?

[@darkhelmetsplane]

A good camping chair is a must.

[@NorthWestMotos]

I've gone with and without a camp chair. It's a must have for creature comforts at camp. Especially after a long day in the saddle.

[@MyADV360]

I used to think it was a luxury item, but I always brought it along. I guess it's required gear now.

[@ScottsMotoAdventures]

I have the knock off amazon version of that chair. its Nice I took the bike to the drive in movie theater and used it there

[@MotoGiant]

well sir you have one on me at the drive-in, congrats!

[@powmanmoto]

Love that setup. What is that dry bag again on your rear seat? I hope I can go to one of the rallys or camp and cook!

[@MotoGiant]

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[@vintagecycleguy]

Love those Helinox chairs, I always have mine with me.

[@lonewolvesonwheels]

Would you look at that??? Don gets out of a chair as good as I do.Let’s go!!!

[@Haytifdad]

Don, if you're gonna take a chair, Make Sure You Secure It! No more repeat of the sleeping bag! Laying it inder a bag and then hoping its secure under the bags is sus... Love the lab!

[@solonwoodall1330]

Have you figure out a way to do #2 in the woods...I don't think you can squat??

[@MotoGiant]

you gonna find out soon enough?

[@ka509]

"Thank you Keith for gifting me the Helinox Savanah chair!" But if you are more comfortable in the bigger chair, do it

[@MotoGiant]

that other chair is ridiculous - taking the savannah

[@HoHoMoto]

You know that I test everything 😂 you’ve got the pics

[@MotoGiant]

do I know you?

[@HoHoMoto]

@ I sure hope so or you’re Facebook is fake

[@MotoGiant]

@@HoHoMoto remind me - I am not connecting the dots? I am not friends with HoHo anybody?

[@HoHoMoto]

@ husqvarna, lumberjacks of Tampa Bay

[@MotoGiant]

@@HoHoMoto got it!

[@charlescummings1484]

My 2 cents is, if it's functional but bulky bring it, secure it.

[@BlueBug-s9l]

I"m going to do my best to ignore this comment or I'd look like the Beverly hillbillys. I will not take my chainsaw or come along.

[@charlescummings1484]

@@BlueBug-s9l HA to each his own! Enjoy!

[@sicsempertyrannis4104]

I need a chair, I’ve been resting on a rolled up waterproof canvas ground cloth / rain cover for far too long

[@MotoGiant]

join us, escape the savagery of ground dwelling?

[@lonewolvesonwheels]

@@sicsempertyrannis4104 a good chair is worth its weight in gold.Learn to pack it so you can take it off easily and you can enjoy it at any rest spot during your ride

[@BlackdogADV]

I think you’re talking about a Kermit chair. I have one. I broke a part and they sent me a new one free of charge.

[@MotoGiant]

could not remember the name during the shoot but I did add it to the "card" above linking the review I did years ago

[@TheBeardedTravler]

Talking about things I forgot to go motocamping with is toilet paper and tent stakes 😂🤣

[@MotoGiant]

you only forget TP once tho, right?

[@xtphreak]

Sitting on the ground SUCKS Ride Safe👋 👽

[@Liberty4Ever]

Around here, sitting on the ground or on a log will get a crotch and butt crack full of chiggers. I don't like the bulk and weight of a camp chair but I did try carrying a large poly mailer slit to make a small tough plastic sheet that was just large enough to cover a sump or log to block chiggers. It kinda worked. A self inflating foam stadium seat cushion similar to a small Thermarest my be a more comfortable compromise between carrying a camp chair and sitting on a log. The last two Moto Giant videos have me almost on an imagineering quest to make a truly ultralight moto camping chair. Isn't that what winter is for?

[@DualSportDuffer]

Oh yeah, a chair is a necessity past a certain age. And the design must be one's butt is NOT lower than one's knees.

[@garysbackroadadventures]

Honestly, I don't see any difference in you getting out of your chair in January of 2025 or June of 22 or August of 23. It might be more difficult for you, but I would never notice a difference. Grunts and sighs sound the same

[@MotoGiant]

The grunts are genetic - everyone in my family does it? Bro, are you making fun of MY FAMILY? :)

[@xtphreak]

That's why "they" say we're grown up. Sounds the same, but it's spelled Groan Up. We groan when we get up🫣 Ride Safe 👋 👽

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

You're a handycapable

[@Dellvmnyam]

I don't need a camping chair but I have all my hands and feet. I also don't have a garage or a personal backyard so I prefer to tezt my gear on a small trip, highlyn recommend it to everybody cause it would be really difficult to set up your new tent the first time on a stormy night or remember how to hold an ice axe in the middle of a mountain ^_^

[@LG_Miller]

It can always be worse, you could be having shoulder surgery and possibly not be able to ride for three months!!

[@MotoGiant]

Did the doctor tell you not to work on motorcycles? Or MY motorcycle?

[@LG_Miller]

@ didn’t say a word about that.