Can anyone recommend a good chair for long term sitting which costs under $300 usd? I would like to find something mesh-like; it stays cleaner and breathes nicer than foam cushiony things.
For a while I tried a medicine ball, but noticed towards the end of the day I would be in bad posture. I also found it hard to have it inflated at the right level and be at the right height.
The only thing I could find, which seems to have a cult following, is the "Euro Style" bungee chairs. Something like
Look out for second-hand chairs. I managed to get a Steelcase Leap for around $120 second-hand, in really good condition. It's been holding me up pretty well for about 3 years now.
I also got a like-new Leap for under $200 from a used office supply store I found on Craigslist around four years ago. They usually sold larger quantities to businesses, but I came with cash and they were fine with that. They couldn't provide change, though, so I just rounded up to the nearest $20, which was still a steal.
Herman Miller's Setu isn't quite down to the sub-$300 price point, but it is still quite a bit less expensive than a lot of office chairs. I've heard good things about it from a few friends who have them.
For a while I tried a medicine ball, but noticed towards the end of the day I would be in bad posture. I also found it hard to have it inflated at the right level and be at the right height.
The only thing I could find, which seems to have a cult following, is the "Euro Style" bungee chairs. Something like
http://www.gotoeurostyle.com/prod_detail.asp?product_id=835
They have a bunch, but I only got a chance to try two. The flat bungee is definitely comfortable, regular bungee had too much pressure on my skin.
Anyone else have recommendations for budget mesh all-day office chairs?