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Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in?

A strange question, but I am interested in what this audience sits in. I am in the market for a new desk chair and could use some recommendations.

I've thought about using a medicine ball, but I also like having a backrest and posture support.

I know the Aeron comes highly regarded, but from what I hear it has been "unseated". So please, give some insight into why you sit on what you do, and perhaps what would you like to be sitting in.

Thanks!

( 15 comments | 5 points | on HN )
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by Scott_MacGregor on Thursday October 01, 2009 @05:16PM (#855847)
I use a standard Office Depot leather desk chair. I think it cost around $180. It looks good, and more importantly it fits me like a glove. I actually went down to Office Depot and sat in all of their chairs that I thought looked nice, and then just picked the one that felt most comfortable to me.

I can sit in this chair 14 hours a day and never even notice it. I like that because I see my chair as being a productivity booster like using Zend Studio for php coding or Outlook for email. If I can sit comfortably all day (and all night, lol) I can really focus on what needs to be done.

If the Aeron Chair fits your body well go for it, but you can save a couple of bucks at a store like Office Max or Office Depot. They have the mesh chairs too, and you might find that one of these fits you much better than the Aeron.

Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by colbyolson on Thursday October 01, 2009 @05:46PM (#855901)
Yes, I was thinking of doing the same thing this weekend– trying out all the chairs I can find, especially anything mesh. Thanks for reminding me! :)
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by parse_tree on Thursday October 01, 2009 @05:02PM (#855818)
I use a kneeling char (like Lisa Simpson has). It takes getting used to, but once your back, thighs, and stomach muscles have adjusted it feels really good.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by colbyolson on Thursday October 01, 2009 @05:42PM (#855893)
How cool, I've never heard of those. Thanks for the idea, this might allow me to get closer to my desk, but it looks so strange!

http://www.comfortchannel.com/images/Kneeling_chair_A.jpg

Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by Edinburger on Thursday October 01, 2009 @04:12PM (#855730)
Wooden "Captain's Chair" from an "antiques" place but really just junk from a bar. I sanded it to get rid of the nasty laquer and it looks decent now. Unfortunately it is absolutely uncomfortable and completely unsuitable for sitting here for any length of time. So, I am also looking for a new chair...I like the look of the Aeron's but would like to find a lower-priced alternative. Please tell us what you find!
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by mathgenius on Thursday October 01, 2009 @04:01PM (#855696)
I use the hag capisco. Works well for keeping my energy "upwards": strong firm seat that rotates the hip forwards. I find the aeron too saggy. You can get it with or without a backrest. I don't use a backrest cause that forces me not to slouch.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by jacquesm on Thursday October 01, 2009 @04:41PM (#855777)
Cheap office chair from staples/office centre. Works fine, but I did rip off the arm rests so it can get closer to my work table.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by axod on Thursday October 01, 2009 @04:09PM (#855722)
Big leather sofa. Reclining. Plenty Cushions.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by Mankhool on Thursday October 01, 2009 @04:44PM (#855784)
A Steelcase LEAPV2. Great chair.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by planck on Thursday October 01, 2009 @05:15PM (#855841)
A couch in my living room.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by spinochet on Friday October 02, 2009 @10:21AM (#857056)
Global Airflow Leather Mesh-Back Chair (from Staples ~$200)
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by kd5bjo on Thursday October 01, 2009 @08:16PM (#856136)
I have a standing-height desk and no chair.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by superchink on Thursday October 01, 2009 @07:16PM (#856053)
Aeron at the office. My company is so 2000.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by p01nd3xt3r on Thursday October 01, 2009 @03:59PM (#855692)
Bean bag on the floor.
Re:Ask HN: What are you sitting on/in? by colbyolson on Thursday October 01, 2009 @05:47PM (#855905)
Don't those get uncomfortable being in the same position after a while?