Walkstool Comfort 55 cm / 22 in

I wanted something to sit on while backpacking. So, I looked around at everything on the market and ended up with a WalkStool. There weren't really many other viable options for me. This review is for the Walk Stool Comfort 55 cm / 22" model.Some background to begin. I'm a 6'0" tall guy who weighs about 215 lbs. I'm 60 years old but have no health issues that caused me to want a chair for backpacking. I don't have arthritis or bad knees or bad hips or back problems. I do 10 mile runs 2 days per week. I lift weights 2 days per week. I can squat 400 lbs in the gym. I generally carry a backpack that weighs between 40 and 55 lbs. I bring up my fitness level only to emphasize that unlike many of the reviewers of the Walk Stool, I wasn't looking to deal with health issues or seeking relief from pain. For me it was a quality of life issue.I've been backpacking since I was about 14 years old (early 1970's, yikes). I live in New England and that's where I do most of my hiking with the majority of that in New Hampshire's White Mountains. Now, I've been backpacking without a chair or stool for 45 years and I have no problem sitting cross legged on the ground or popping myself back up on my feet. But recently it occurred to me that some sort of seat would make life better if it were small and light enough to carry into the back country. I'll give you some examples.....1.) Here in New England, I'd say a rock is handy about 50% of the time. I've always plopped down on or against a rock to rest and take the load off without removing my pack. But there's that other 50% of the time.....2.) Even if you can find a rock, it may not be the right height or shape to rest on. It would be nice to have a seat that deployed quickly to exactly the right height for a rest and allowed you to stand up easily with a 55 lb pack on.3.) The forest floor here is wet about 75% of the time. So sitting on the ground can be wet and / or muddy. A soggy butt is not fun.4.) We also have no shortage of ticks. Wood ticks, deer ticks, and lone star ticks all call this area home. Sitting on a rock, a log, or the ground increases your exposure to ticks.5.) My liquid fuel stove, an MSR Dragonfly, is positioned on the ground 99.9% of the time. Bending over or kneeling while preparing, cooking, and serving a meal would be a lot more comfy with a seat at the proper height.6.) Lacing up your boots with a heavy morning dew is more difficult when you are seated on the ground, bending down, or kneeling. Once again, a seat would make it easier.7.) Doing chores like washing dishes or clothes would be a lot easier with a seat.8.) Just sitting around a campfire in the fall would be nicer if you are up off the cold ground.9.) etc., etc., etc.So, for me I rationalized the weight / benefit and looked around for a seating solution. Given my 215 lb weight + a 55 lb pack, I wanted something strong. I would flip out if I had to carry useless weight for a week because the chair failed. The 55 cm / 22 inch walk stool supposedly supports 495 lbs. That provides plenty of safety margin. I also wanted something that could be deployed and packed up quickly. So I was immediately biased against true "chairs" despite their backrest and better comfort. They all have lots of little tubes that need to be assembled and then a fabric needs to be stretched over a frame sort of like setting up a tent. Also a chair with a back would prevent using it if you had the pack on. And, all the true chairs seemed to max out around 250-300 lbs, leaving very little safety margin.A lot of the reviewers of "Chairs" with metal poles reported failures, mostly in the plastic hubs that hold the poles. Some said the frames of those chairs were OK with front to rear forces but not side to side forces. Also the chairs seemed to deliver a seat height between 12 - 16 inches which seemed a little low.So I decided to trade off the comfort of a back support of a true chair for the strength, ease / speed of deployment and pack up, and seat height of the Walk Stool. I'm very happy with it. It's very comfortable for me. It weighs only 2 lbs. It takes less than 10 seconds to deploy or store. And it's pretty rugged.As for height, like I said I'm 6'0" tall and I ordered the 55 cm / 22" stool. I actually could have been happy with the 45 cm / 18" stool. But the 55 cm model was about $20 cheaper when I ordered and the extra height may come in handy on soft ground. There is no simple answer to height choice. It depends on your own height and your weight as well as your physical condition as well as your intended use for any stool. If you are taller or you have trouble rising from a seated position you'll want to go with a higher seat. If you are 6'0" or shorter and you have no problems getting up, I'd bet the 45 cm / 18" model is the best bet for backpackers. I should point out that in my 22" walk stool, my butt actually sits 19" off the ground. 22" would be the height of the fabric seat with no weight on it. But when I sit down, the seat sags about 3". Yeah, I measured it. So the 18", 22", 26", and 30" sizes should only be viewed as a relative guide. You will actually sit about 3 " lower than the advertised height when you're using the stool.One odd note. When I saw the Walk Stool marketing video that mentioned the two-height "feature", I laughed. I though it was the result of a marketing team stretching to come up with reasons to buy. Well, I tried it and I'm not laughing now. It works much better for cooking with my stove on the ground. It took me maybe two minutes to figure out how to fling the collapsed stool under me as I sat down and then balance on it. One I got used to it, it's much more comfy for cooking or putting on my boots or tending a backpacking stove on the ground.The only thing I have left on my wish list is finding a way to rig it on my backpack so that I can deploy it and store it without taking my pack off. I'll update this review with photos if I find a decent solution. Unfortunately, the legs do not lock in the collapsed position and they will drop out with some shaking so, ditching the storage bag isn't an option unless I can find a way to attach the stool to my pack upside down.Highly recommended as a backpacking companion.

These are so well made. I got the 30in/75cm first and it was way too tall. It’s for people who are at least 6’4 or so. I went all the way to 22 in and it’s the perfect height. Super freaking light and portable. Keep it in your car, or whatever. 500lb weight max, so even big people can use these without worry. Surprisingly comfortable, but not as comfortable as regular camping chairs.

***Update***I’m still very happy with this but have some ideas which would make this easier to carry around. I wish there was a strap attached to the chair so I wouldn’t need to bring the cover every time I’m using it. With that said, another design suggestion is for the feet to have the red button when the legs are folded up so the legs don’t telescope if you want to carry it feet down. The red buttons lock it in place when it’s extended, and it would be nice if there were buttons in place to prevent it from extending on its own. I still recommend the product. It’s far better than anything else I’ve found/own.***End of update***I was a bit nervous buying this because it seemed to good to be true. After it arrived, I cautiously tried it. This chair is absolutely amazing. I have major lower back issues which makes it difficult to stand for extended periods and I hoped to find something that folded small and was light weight. Not only did this fit the bill but after getting it, I started thinking of all the times that it would be useful that are above and beyond my rationale for buying it in the first place. I have recommended this to multiple friends and family members. It’s definitely worth the cost. I’m so happy I took the chance and bought it. And yes I’m overweight. I may not be close to the weight limits of this chair but I get nervous sitting in any chair that seems flimsy. This is definitely not a flimsy chair.

Lightweight, easy to carry, holds impressive amount of weight, comfortable and you can take it pretty much anywhere. You can spend less money 💰 on something else but it won't be as reliable or as well made. Sometimes there just isn't anywhere to sit or anything strong enough to trust sitting on... I had to get another one for myself after gifting the first one I bought!

This comfort model was definitely more comfortable with the seat than their standard version. It seemed well made and decently stable. I'm 5'10" with 32" pant length size and the sitting height of this taller one was a bit too high to where my thighs still angled down when sitting, so it still required a bit of pressure on my feet so not as relaxing as a slightly shorter one would be.

I love this stool. It is compact and light enough to carry easily, yet sturdy enough to support me any time I need a break. Having a back would be nice, but that adds weight and complexity. This is my second, Walkstool (not sure which child or grandchild has my first), but I’ll buy another if this one disappears.

Size is good at 22" height could have gone to 24" for soft ground but didn't want any more, even a little weight. Compact size, backpacks well and great for remote fishing, even at the ocean on the beach.

I purchased both the 22" and the 26". I wanted a small stool that I could carry with me when I walk my dog so that I can take rest breaks so I can do longer walks and build up my stamina. This stool is perfect for that purpose. I'm 5'8" and 250 pounds and it supports my weight very well. The 22" is perfect height and I use it out in the yard when I am watering various areas. The 26" is a little high for me which surprised me but still works well. I got the higher one originally thinking it would require less bending. This is true but the height is not quite as comfortable as the 22". My only complaint is the strap on the carrying case. It would be more comfortable if it was wider and flat but that is only a small irritation. I would definitely recommend this stool.

Très bon produit !

Léger, compact et d'excellente qualité mais je m'attendais à une assise un peu plus large et confortable.

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Comodo nel complesso, la versione da 55 chiuso è di 45 cm, lo si inserisce facilmente in uno zaino o si trasporta nella sua sacca, è resistente mi mantiene a me che peso 110kg, l'unica cosa è il prezzo costicchia ma la qualità è alta

Léger, solide (il supporte sans broncher mon quintal !) et peu encombrant. Le trépied de rêve que je cherchais depuis des lustres ! Inconvénient : il n'est pas donné. Mais comme ce n'est pas de la camelote de bas étage, cela se paie, que voulez-vous ?