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Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by mannicken »

I have an armchair like Joey's armchair from Friends and I'm loving it. It's big and I can put my legs on it, and be in any comfortable position I want.

I tried Aeron at work and man, it doesn't even come close to awesomeness of armchairs.

Maybe I'm just big (6'3 220).

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by dantheman »

ericb wrote: post #7

Anyone have any tips on the most affordable way to buy an aeron or find a used one? They're a good chunk of change. Also, is the "posturefit" lumbar support worthwhile at 60 bucks extra?

If you buy one refurbished from a non authorized reseller, then it most likely won't come with the kickass warranty, but then again you might save a few hundred dollars...

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by jhy »

dantheman wrote: post #3

I have an Aeron; before I had it my back started to hurt, so I picked one up -- IMHO it's worth the price.

I've got an Aeron at home, and a Mirra (http://www.hermanmiller.com/mirra/) at work. Both are made by Herman Miller. The Mirra is a bit cheaper and doesn't look as swish, but I find it about 50% more comfortable than the Aeron (to the point that I'm thinking about replacing the Aeron).

And both are many, many times more comfortable than anything else I've used.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by bjclark »

jhy wrote: post #23
dantheman wrote: post #3

I have an Aeron; before I had it my back started to hurt, so I picked one up -- IMHO it's worth the price.

I've got an Aeron at home, and a Mirra ( http://www.hermanmiller.com/mirra/ ) at work. Both are made by Herman Miller. The Mirra is a bit cheaper and doesn't look as swish, but I find it about 50% more comfortable than the Aeron (to the point that I'm thinking about replacing the Aeron). And both are many, many times more comfortable than anything else I've used.

I can't say enough things about my Mirra. I also agree that it's 50% more comfortable than an Aeron. I think they have much better back support.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by charlesju »

1. Get an Aeron or Herman Miller ergonomic chair, the main draw to them is that they force you sit upright.

2. Get a keyboard tray. When you have a keyboard tray, you tend to lean back on your chair when you are typing.

3 Make sure you can fit both your mouse and keyboard on the tray so that you don't have to move your hands around too much to navigate the screen.

4. Get fresh air at least once every 2 hrs. Walking around and stretching is a good way to keep the blood flowing to the rest of your body.

5. Probably the hardest, but something I do, is that you need to make sure you keep to a strict diet and exercise regiment. I run 2 miles twice a week and do interval training on the bike and elliptical in between.

Your body and mind is the major bottleneck to your personal productivity and happiness, treat it well my friends.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by DenisM »

jhy wrote: post #23
dantheman wrote: post #3

I have an Aeron; before I had it my back started to hurt, so I picked one up -- IMHO it's worth the price.

I've got an Aeron at home, and a Mirra ( http://www.hermanmiller.com/mirra/ ) at work. Both are made by Herman Miller. The Mirra is a bit cheaper and doesn't look as swish, but I find it about 50% more comfortable than the Aeron (to the point that I'm thinking about replacing the Aeron). And both are many, many times more comfortable than anything else I've used.

There is a caveat to Mirra - the seat is pretty firm. If you have a skinny butt you will not like it much. :( I still found it more comfortable than the AAeron though. I now consider craiglisting my Mirra and going for a Steelcase instead.

I suggest finding a showroom and trying it out. Herman-Miller has plenty of resellers in major cities.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by BjornW »

I use some chairs that were in use by a local supermarket and which got thrown out due changes in the interior. It may sound silly, but keep in mind that the people behind the counter need to set for long periods of time just like your average hacker. These chairs can be lifted to the point where I (my height: 1.96m) cannot put my feet straight on the ground anymore, have several 'joints' to setup and are the most comfy chairs I've ever used. I don't know the brand, so you probably need to ask at your local supermarket. Best of all I got mine for free.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by zackola »

jhy wrote: post #23
dantheman wrote: post #3

I have an Aeron; before I had it my back started to hurt, so I picked one up -- IMHO it's worth the price.

I've got an Aeron at home, and a Mirra ( http://www.hermanmiller.com/mirra/ ) at work. Both are made by Herman Miller. The Mirra is a bit cheaper and doesn't look as swish, but I find it about 50% more comfortable than the Aeron (to the point that I'm thinking about replacing the Aeron). And both are many, many times more comfortable than anything else I've used.

+1 for the Mirra. Got a Mirra at home, Aeron at work. Mirra wins! Definitely spring for the adjustable armrests.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by memorius »

I have a Stokke Balans Duo chair which is the most comfortable thing ever, and perfectly suits someone who both wants to move around restlessly, lean forward to type, lean back to think... used daily for 8 years and it's bulletproof.

http://www.opsvik.no/index.asp?page=works_11002_balans_Duo_a...

I'm not sure if they still make them, but maybe you will find one secondhand.

Re: Ask HN: Recommend chair to comfortably support my hacker ass for 12+ hours a day?

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Post by clord »

The best thing for your back and posture is to stand (with occasional resting on a stool). Many professionals stand while they work, and I try to do it when I can too. It's good for the circulation and it keeps you focused on your task. That's because if you're bored, you won't play flash games; instead you'll want to take a short walk. I think it's because it's easy to go wander off if you're already standing.

These guys make fantastic standing desks, but they can be a bit pricey: http://www.standupdesks.com/

My day job has adjustable desks that go to standing height.

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