Bushwalk Australia

Hi I am planning on doing the Larapinta E to W at the end of June. I have been doing quite a bit of research and want to keep my pack as light as possible. I have seen a few blogs where hikers have taken chairs. Now I'm not sure whether to get one or not. Appreciate advice for those hikers that have done the Larapinta. Thanks Sue

Did it last June wonderful experience. Didn't take a chair. A luxury but nice. If staying in the shelters. You have a back rest and platform. Surprisingly tough trail. Rock hopping elevation.the less wieght the better ireckon.

Have a look at the Thermarest Z seat. It's not a proper chair with a back support but it makes sitting on the ground a pleasure and weighs next to nothing.

I like the Crazy Creek chair - http://www.crazycreek.com/hex-2-0-original-chair/
because
- you can use it without needing to inflate a fragile inflatable mat. Its great for just pulling out of pack and sitting.
- it doubles as a insulating ground layer while sleeping. I use a half length nemo inflating mat (weighs 240 grams) and then use the flat chair for my legs.
- its practically indestructible.
- chair weights 595 grams.

I don't have any affiliation with the company. I just like their product.