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RiSkysc2
696 Posts
I've heard of dxracer but i havent looked at anything else, can someone give me some good recommendations for maximum £220? Was looking at maybe something like this? : + Show Spoiler + http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DX-RACER-OFFICE-RACING-BUCKET-SEAT-CHAIR-PC-COMPUTER-/261058526838?pt=UK_BOI_Office_Equipment_Supplies_Office_Furniture_ET&hash=item3cc84cfe76#ht_1640wt_1163 Would be awesome to hear your guys recommendations, Thanks! If i need to add some more information, please ask down below! | ||
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Grouch
Canada152 Posts
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RiSkysc2
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phar
United States1080 Posts
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RiSkysc2
696 Posts
On July 23 2012 03:53 phar wrote: When you say back problems, do you mean anything serious? For serious back problems you may want to consider seeing a doctor / getting a standing desk. No, no, nothing serious, just getting some pain in the back, it may just be my posture, after 4+ hours in the chair my back starts to ache... | ||
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RiSkysc2
696 Posts
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Wangsta
United States776 Posts
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RiSkysc2
696 Posts
On July 23 2012 05:16 Wangsta wrote: Save some money and get an Aeron or steelcase or something in that range. 500-1000 USD is extremely little to pay for something that you use for hours a day for many years I dont really have that kind of money... | ||
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RiSkysc2
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RiSkysc2
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Wroshe
Netherlands1051 Posts
On July 23 2012 09:10 Lineridarz wrote: Really would love some recommendations :/ I have been very happy with my IKEA Markus. It fits your budget easily and I do know that TotalBiscuit was very happy about his one before he moved to the US and ended up getting his DX Racer chair. (Currently in a bit of a rush so not willing to go and find a source for that but you can tweet him :p) Edit: If you for some reason are not using the arm rests then I recommend that you still mount them on the chair but then upside down; it looks completly silly but else the cloth can start to tear a bit around where the arm rest normally is connected to the chair. Personally I don't use the arm rests because I have a very deep desk where my arms rest on. I realize that this is worded quite strange, if you want me to take a photograph to explain it then say so.  Edit 2: I have been using this chair for 3 years now without complaints, barring that very minor cosmetic complaint. There are no tears in the fabric of the seat itself. The back being done with a double black net instead of a solid back rest is very nice: it still gives you the support you want from a backrest but because it is basically 'hollow' you have no issues with sweat during hot summers. | ||
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lookhowgreatiam
3 Posts
it's something you can do right away (for free) and you can get used to the habit (like you're doing now) of being aware of ergonomics vs. just chair. (i.e. once you change chair, you'll get temporary relief but body will just get used to it -> bad posture again, and so on.) hope you feel better soon | ||
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RiSkysc2
696 Posts
edit * On July 23 2012 09:25 lookhowgreatiam wrote: I'd suggest changing EVERYTHING ELSE (move computer, change monitor tilt, etc) as well. it's something you can do right away (for free) and you can get used to the habit (like you're doing now) of being aware of ergonomics vs. just chair. (i.e. once you change chair, you'll get temporary relief but body will just get used to it -> bad posture again, and so on.) hope you feel better soon Thankyou very much, ok, i'll try that before i buy anything | ||
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lookhowgreatiam
3 Posts
(i.e. you can't tell from a picture if the armrest will be the proper height to support your elbow to desk and keyboard/mouse <- important unless you want to exchange back pain for wrist pain :o) if it doesn't fit, you'll just end up having back relief sometimes when you rest properly against the chair, but then shift back and forth when you are gaming, thus going back to square 1.5. I'm lucky to have a nice chair but still need to constantly remind myself to "sit properly". also, TAKE BREAKS OFTEN!! /nagging ;D | ||
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RiSkysc2
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lookhowgreatiam
3 Posts
On July 23 2012 09:44 Lineridarz wrote: pffffffft, what are breaks? :D that cracking sound when the discs in your back slip and you are in real pain. then your heart when you realize that you knew better and it's too late now. :O not to be overdramatic, but prevention is the best medicine (as others alluded to previously by asking how serious your pain is.) a break can be as simple as standing up and stretching while you watch the replay in-between games (quasi-break), you can improve your BO at the same time glhf!  | ||
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andrewnsi
Poland4 Posts
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Silencioseu
Cyprus493 Posts
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GeorgeyBeats
United Kingdom338 Posts
I am presuming you are British by the fact your budget is in pounds. In our household we have 2 of these chairs. http://www.wayfair.co.uk/Alphason-Portland-Ergonomic-Chair-in-Black-AOC7301-M-ALP1168.html?refid=GBUK321-ALP1168 One for myself and our home office and I find them brilliant are well within your price range. On July 23 2012 09:14 Wroshe wrote: I have been very happy with my IKEA Markus. It fits your budget easily and I do know that TotalBiscuit was very happy about his one before he moved to the US and ended up getting his DX Racer chair. (Currently in a bit of a rush so not willing to go and find a source for that but you can tweet him :p) Edit: If you for some reason are not using the arm rests then I recommend that you still mount them on the chair but then upside down; it looks completly silly but else the cloth can start to tear a bit around where the arm rest normally is connected to the chair. Personally I don't use the arm rests because I have a very deep desk where my arms rest on. I realize that this is worded quite strange, if you want me to take a photograph to explain it then say so. Edit 2: I have been using this chair for 3 years now without complaints, barring that very minor cosmetic complaint. There are no tears in the fabric of the seat itself. The back being done with a double black net instead of a solid back rest is very nice: it still gives you the support you want from a backrest but because it is basically 'hollow' you have no issues with sweat during hot summers. As an aside to this. I have an ikea markus at university but I definitely prefer the alphason that I have at home as I feel that it gives me a bit more back support and the adjustable arm rests allow you to get a much comfier position in your seat. I hope this helps. Best of luck in your endeavours! EDIT: On July 23 2012 09:25 lookhowgreatiam wrote: I'd suggest changing EVERYTHING ELSE (move computer, change monitor tilt, etc) as well. it's something you can do right away (for free) and you can get used to the habit (like you're doing now) of being aware of ergonomics vs. just chair. (i.e. once you change chair, you'll get temporary relief but body will just get used to it -> bad posture again, and so on.) hope you feel better soon I would certainly recommend that you try this too. Having your mouse and keyboard in a good place, as well as having the proper height arm rests/removing them altogether. Also having your monitor at a good eye level amongst other things. I know I have mine at uni on a big pile of books to get it to a good height. | ||
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locopuyo
United States145 Posts
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fatfail
United States386 Posts
On September 15 2012 11:43 locopuyo wrote: Maybe try one of the chairs they use in orchestras that force the instrument players to have better posture. Yes, the back of the chair is basically completely perpendicular to the ground. By putting your back to the chair, you are awkwardly learning forward, while if you move your body forward and lean back, your back aches. So thus you end up sitting upright and your back doesn't touch the chair. | ||
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garagewriting
1 Post
I'm sure this has been covered in a thread before but I can't seem to find it. Thanks, guys | ||
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Lmui
Canada6223 Posts
Focus here is more towards gaming/office use (usual suspects, herman miller and steelcase with a nod towards ergohuman and other smaller brands). Maybe see what posh casinos use in high stakes tables? | ||
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