SUMO bean bags!

El Gringo · 12 Jun 2008 at 08:45

Only found a two year old ref on here, anyone have one of these?
http://www.sumolounge-uk.com/

Because the UK is deemed rubbish it has been decided that we shall only be able to buy one of the five models available in the US, the Omni.
In its defence, it looks quite good. It's 79 quid which isn't exactly US price but you don't have to pay delivery so could be worse. AND it's made of nylon, which is space-age, so you can't go wrong.
The main complaint I have with bean bags is that a headrest isn't included. Your body could be sleeping really comfortably but your head will be rolled back and your mouth becomes a breeding ground. The Omni is a square design so it could be a good lounger, I'm just looking for opinions or experiences.

So, contributions, people?

davethe11 · 12 Jun 2008 at 09:29

I'm a beanbag man, I've had a few of em over the years, I find the couduroy ones are the best because they look good, feel good, and dont crease like the faux leather ones. When they are brand new I always take some beans out beause they dont have much give in them, this way I can sink into them and they make a natural rest for my head. Another point about the faux leather ones, they do not breathe, i.e. the material does not let air pass through them so you can get quite hot using them.

I did want one of these but it was too pricey, the one in your link is very nice (as is the blonde!), and as it's name suggests it's huge!

Kemik · 12 Jun 2008 at 09:48

Holy crap they're big. That's like having a second bed.

El Gringo · 12 Jun 2008 at 16:26

Beanbaggers! Is that it?

As for the material, it,s nylon, so it should be much more comfy than the faux leather. And cords really yuk me out

According to PC Gamer and Ctrlaltdel they make great gaming chairs. Opinions?

Goliath · 12 Jun 2008 at 17:00

Lady Goliath insisted on one of these:

http://www.fatboy-uk.com/Details.cfm?ProdID=26&category=0

(back when she bought it the Sumo ones were the same price)

It's tremendous. Perfect for slobbing, gaming, lounging, sleeping; even fits two quite nicely

Highly recommended!

Helium_Junkie · 12 Jun 2008 at 17:24

After reading about these in CAD I am quite interested

Don't have anywhere to put one tho

Jambo · 12 Jun 2008 at 18:36

davethe11 said:
I did want one of these but it was too pricey, the one in your link is very nice (as is the blonde!), and as it's name suggests it's huge!

That's the one I am getting soon. :cool:

Skullfish1 · 12 Jun 2008 at 18:49

I have two, they're wonderful but be aware that the honey-moon period of ultimate body-cuppage fades slightly once the beans compress .

Even then they're the comfiest beanbag I've sat in under £500, you just have to know how to make them work.

Once it's flattened out a bit stick it on it's shortest side, pull it up tall, then sling yourself on. Lush.

Sumanji · 2 Jul 2008 at 19:05

I was just about to pull the trigger on one of these, but they OP mentioned they're £79... price is now £99 on the website! Guess I should wait till they dynamically drop the price again?

Suman

Hedge · 2 Jul 2008 at 19:12

I spent about 70 quid on two beanbags from some place i cant remember... both of the buggers burst allover. Absolute poo

this thing looks top though!

shame i aint got a hundred squid

james.miller · 16 Jul 2008 at 23:20

SUMO OMNI

Tom0 · 16 Jul 2008 at 23:22

Beanbags are too comfortable for me, I usually fall asleep in one and miss whatever it is I've sat down to do.

james.miller · 16 Jul 2008 at 23:35

bigger than I expected lol. ive only had it since the morning. did sit in it and play a good hour or so on the ps3 though.

first impressions, the material is nice and thick. very little chance of it bursting. you can literally make it any shape and just sit on it/in it/whatever and it is supremely comfortable. £100 delivered isnt cheap, but it really is fantastic. i had plans of getting two but i only bought the 1 to see how i got on with it. i will be getting a second

xarr · 16 Jul 2008 at 23:56

Do you get a free lovely lady with it?

Pic

If not, I will spend my £100 elsewhere!

james.miller · 16 Jul 2008 at 23:59

no you dont im afraid. do you know where i can get a lovely lady and a beanbag for £100? if you do im sold!

Helium_Junkie · 17 Jul 2008 at 14:04

Mine came a week ago and I'm so happy with it

Stupidly comfy, the mrs has already fallen asleep in it

R.O.S.S.I · 17 Jul 2008 at 14:23

There is a shop in the Lowry Outlet Mall in Manchester which sells these. Its just a big room with like 6 or so dotted around on the floor for you to jump/dive/fall on and test.

IceAx · 17 Jul 2008 at 14:28

CDj-Rossi said:
There is a shop in the Lowry Outlet Mall in Manchester which sells these. Its just a big room with like 6 or so dotted around on the floor for you to jump/dive/fall on and test.

Aye ive been in this shop, once your sat down theres no escaping LOL

Andy

Pho · 17 Jul 2008 at 18:37

CDj-Rossi said:
There is a shop in the Lowry Outlet Mall in Manchester which sells these. Its just a big room with like 6 or so dotted around on the floor for you to jump/dive/fall on and test.

Don't suppose you know their name do you? These things look extremely comfy however I don't fancy a drive to Manchester just to order one, I'd rather pick up the phone

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R.O.S.S.I · 17 Jul 2008 at 18:41

Pho said:
Don't suppose you know their name do you? These things look extremely comfy however I don't fancy a drive to Manchester just to order one, I'd rather pick up the phone .

If you check out the Lowry Outlets website im sure it will have their details on there. Can't quite remember the name.