Need good chair for gaming £250 (6.1" tall)

james.miller · 9 Oct 2016 at 22:18

AndyCr15 said:
Okay, you guys are much more serious about chairs than me. I was just after something sturdy and comfy...

we haven't put anybody on ignore with our fingers in our ears. That was you. Serious business.

James, what sort of condition is your second hand chair? im genuinely interested.

Cosmetically spot on. Mine was reupholstered and looked like new. I did have an issue with the front seat lip not adjusting upwards correctly but i fixed that myself. Not that i ever adjust that

But James where are the side cushions to stop me from falling out when pulling several G's sat still and I notice notice not holes to fit a five point harness, you know, cause

Ha! Yeah, they aren't really for that crowd lol.

BigBANGtheory · 9 Oct 2016 at 23:14

r7slayer said:
All ergonomic office chairs seem to have fixed armrests. I prefer ones that you can move to suite your arms. When playing long sessions with the keyboard and mouse i like to position my arm rests in place for those long sessions to support my arms. Noble chairs tick this box for me.
Some office chairs do look like they may be more comfy but the fact i cant recline in them the same way for console gaming sessions or position the arm rests put me off and ive found a couple that did do this but they are more expensive than the Noble. Herman miller and something else.

My Steelcase Please has arm rests that move in 3 axis and has 4 recline settings, this one look like no.3 with some german tart:

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If you wanted more recline than on no.1 you'd need a sofa bed lol

james.miller said:
Look at the adjustable lumbar support. What do you get on a 300 quid noble? a cushion.

Now now fairs fair, you get a cushion with a logo

don't forget the logo

AndyCr15 · 10 Oct 2016 at 07:59

I have to say, that does look rather uncomfortable. I don't think I'd fit in it like that

That is quite clever though, if the two pieces recline independently. I looked for a weight limit on your chair, but couldn't find one. Is it 'unlimited' so to speak?

BigBANGtheory · 10 Oct 2016 at 09:11

The Leap has a 'plus size' version with a wider seat and back, I believe the weight limit is over 220Kgs.

james.miller · 10 Oct 2016 at 09:15

Yes, 28 stone on the standard leap and 35 stone on the plus. I believe the Please is 28 stone like the standard leap.

AndyCr15 · 10 Oct 2016 at 09:59

The weight limit of which one is over 220kg? The plus?

BigBANGtheory · 10 Oct 2016 at 11:30

AndyCr15 said:
The weight limit of which one is over 220kg? The plus?

Yeah the Steelcase Leap v2 Plus, and its also slightly larger in its dimensions as I understand.

Calo · 10 Oct 2016 at 18:52

Im 6'2 and have had an SL2000 for two months now. I can update you that I've not got any back ache from switching out my Ikea chair, which is the no.1 goal really.

Watch me sit in it here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9xOF1S2_N0

stoke1863 · 11 Oct 2016 at 23:56

Calo said:
Im 6'2 and have had an SL2000 for two months now. I can update you that I've not got any back ache from switching out my Ikea chair, which is the no.1 goal really.

Watch me sit in it here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9xOF1S2_N0

That is by far the STRANGEST youtube video i have ever seen.

r7slayer · 12 Oct 2016 at 00:33

Where would I pick up one of those leaps cos a quick goodle search and I didn't see that model and they are expensive. Plus im 6ft4 and a big fella. Workout at gym after work n got bit of body fat so bit chunky. That chair doesn't look like it will be nice to me

hyperseven · 12 Oct 2016 at 02:15

r7slayer said:
Where would I pick up one of those leaps cos a quick goodle search and I didn't see that model and they are expensive. Plus im 6ft4 and a big fella. Workout at gym after work n got bit of body fat so bit chunky. That chair doesn't look like it will be nice to me

famous auction site maybe ?

r7slayer · 12 Oct 2016 at 02:58

Rather buy something brand new than second hand from some dude on a famour auction site. Want some warranty as had couple chairs break on me now.

AndyCr15 · 12 Oct 2016 at 07:58

r7slayer said:
Where would I pick up one of those leaps cos a quick goodle search and I didn't see that model and they are expensive. Plus im 6ft4 and a big fella. Workout at gym after work n got bit of body fat so bit chunky. That chair doesn't look like it will be nice to me

This is what I was trying to check. It might be an amazing chair, but if it's just not strong enough for a heavy weight, it's no good to me. Only know of the larger versions weight limit.

stoke1863 said:
That is by far the STRANGEST youtube video i have ever seen.

Yeah, I just couldn't watch it...

james.miller · 12 Oct 2016 at 10:56

eurgh. somebody quote posts #28 and #45 so he reads it, please. :rolleyes:

r7slayer said:
Rather buy something brand new than second hand from some dude on a famour auction site. Want some warranty as had couple chairs break on me now.

it's not exactly a guy operating out of a tin shed selling 2nd hand chairs. They are a proper operation and they have a website and the chairs are reconditioned, not just sold on. I totally get it though, That's what i meant when i said there's no counter argument [to a chair from the likes of 2ndHnd] unless you can't entertain the idea of a reconditioned chair. It's not without risk of course but to be fair to them, 2ndHnds customer service is pretty spot on!

Spils · 12 Oct 2016 at 14:24

AndyCr15 said:
Fine, but that's not what was said. It's insulting because he out right says we bought a £300 car seat on a stool 'marked up to £300' because it looks cool and has red stitching. In other words, 'you guys are idiots'.

And IMO hes 100% correct. Those racing chairs are shocking, and will kill your back if you sit in them for long periods of time. Glorified Argos crap. Wouldn't be seen dead in one.

Human Miller user myself

MooMoo444 · 12 Oct 2016 at 15:44

What's wrong with a car seat on a stool? I happen to find my car's seat quite comfy..

ruthers · 12 Oct 2016 at 19:50

BigBANGtheory said:
In the end I opted for a refurbished Steelcase Please v2 with headrest and I'm very happy with my decision. The level of adjustment, support and the fact the chair adapts to you and your movement makes it a very clever thing. It is great for gaming too because you can adjust it for gaming or comfort very easily. For example if you want you can slide the seat cushion back leaving room for a joystick between your legs (like a helicopter before anyone gets the wrong idea) or you can lower the arms out of the way for a HOTAS throttle or turn the arms in to support you for mouse heavy tasks.

So you've basically have 1k worth of very high quality chair with minor cosmetic marks if you shop around for a fraction of the price vs. a car seat on a stool marked up to £300 because it looks cool or has red stitching.

I am on the lookout for this chair - in black.
Where did you buy it from?

BigBANGtheory · 13 Oct 2016 at 09:47

Well we need to respect the forum rules on competition I'd hate to see the thread locked rather a healthy debate on what is or is not in the best interests for gamers.

Just use a search engine to find second hand / used options for a specific chair you are interested in. The second hand market is not all about webshops sometimes you need to call or email people and keep in eye on auctions. I bought mine from a used office furniture specialist and waited a few months for the right chair to come available.

Glanza · 13 Oct 2016 at 10:23

Rules only apply to items that OCUK stock generally iirc. Talking about Steelcase or HM shouldn't be a issue.

I'm also tempted to pick up a Steelcase but 2ndhnd seem to be short of stock currently.

BigBANGtheory · 29 Oct 2016 at 21:00

Few weeks now into to my 2nd hand ergonomic chair for PC gaming... doubly convinced it was the right choice. I swear its improved my posture as a result.