Review: Crazy Creek Paddle Chair

The crisp, clean air; steam rising off the water; great swaths of color all around—yep, fall is a fine time to launch the boat and cruise, watching wildlife and enjoying the last few days on the water before Old Man Winter roars in and sends the snow a-flyin'. Of course, you'll want to lean back and soak it all in—which is where the new Paddle Chair from Crazy Creek comes in. The makers of the original folding camp chair just keep cranking out new products, and this one's an air-filled super-lounger that sheds water while supporting your back (and backside) on a paddleboard, raft, IK, or driftboat (Crazy Creek also makes a Canoe Chair with similar properties and features). The 600-denier fabric will take a beating, and the carbon-reinforced stays hold the hulkiest back in place. It folds up small for storage, and for those who seek versatility, the Paddle Chair opens up and lays flat, so as floating season winds down and football season ramps up, you can bring it to the bleachers and share it with a friend. Available at crazycreek.com; $115.