REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Boss Chair

The REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Boss Chair is 20% larger in all dimensions than the original Flexlite, with a wider seat and heftier frame. It sets up easily using an aluminum frame similar to a lightweight tent, and the 4-leg design provides stability.

The abrasion-resistant ripstop polyester seat has a durable water repellent (DWR) finish made without PFAS to resist moisture and stains, and it eliminates tension zones for comfort across a wide range of bodies. Pole pockets have large openings and pull loops for easy setup, and the chair folds into the included drawstring bag for storage and carrying.

Key Features

Highlights

• 20% larger in all dimensions than the original Flexlite Chair, with an increased weight capacity of 300 lbs. (compared to 250 lbs. for the original Flexlite)
• Sets up easily using an aluminum frame that's similar to the frame on a lightweight tent
• 4-leg design provides stability
• Abrasion-resistant ripstop polyester seat has a durable water repellent (DWR) finish made without PFAS to resist moisture and stains
• Seat eliminates tension zones and provides comfort for a wide range of bodies
• Pole pockets have large openings and pull loops for easy setup
• Folds down easily into the included drawstring bag for secure storage and carrying
• Contains bluepass certified material
• REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world

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How to use

How will you use the chair?

• If you plan to take it backpacking, consider its weight and packed size.
• For car camping, picnicking or sitting in your backyard, pick a premium chair that's as big and plush as you'd like.

Chairs for backpacking

• Stools: These are the lightest and simplest option. They don't have a back rest.
• Scoop: These resemble a sling and offer a good compromise between lightness and comfort.
• Legless: A clamshell-like mat that opens into a chair. Lightweight and packable.

Chairs for camping

• Classic: Has four legs, a straight back and a flat seat. Affordable, stable and typically high enough to sit and stand with ease.
• Low: A chair with four short legs that’s good on uneven ground.
• Suspended: A newer, pricier style that suspends the sitter from the chair frame.

Features to consider

• Price typically reflects frame quality and materials used, with lighter options often costing more.
• Pay attention to extras such as cup holders, footrests, head and lumbar pads.

Warranty

From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.

Are there going to be mesh seating slings available for this chair that are equivalent to the current Flexlite Macro’s mesh sling seating surfaces? I realize REI HQ is up north but those in the south need the breathability 80% of the year.

We don’t expect to have a mesh version at this time.

I lost my stuff sack that my chair came with, is there a replacement bag or do you know where I can get one?

The 15L stuff sack will work though it's a little more volume than what you will need. https://www.rei.com/product/238954/rei-co-op-durable-stuff-sack

How to assemble the chair

Setup is quick and straightforward. Unfold the shock-corded aluminum frame so all the pole sections snap into place, then attach the seat fabric by sliding the lower corners onto the frame first and pulling the upper corners over the remaining posts. The final corner may require a little extra tension, but the pull loops make installation easier. Once all four corners are securely attached, the chair is ready to use.

Was there side pockets to original flexlite chair

The Camp Boss chair has never included a side pocket, but you may have noticed this feature on similar chairs we have offered over the years.

Was there side pockets to original flexlite chair?

No, this chair or the Flexlite do not have pockets.

What do you do to prevent it from blowing away, san bags not always an option?

If you cannot stake the chair down, consider folding it up until you're ready to relax again.

Repairs available for ripped seat covers near the top? Both of mine lasted 10 years and then it happened to both of mine

We use recommend Rainy Pass Repair: https://www.rei.com/repairs

Do you offer replacement poles for these chairs? I had one of the seat poles shatter right at the coupling.

We do not have replacement poles or parts for this chair.