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I know I've brought this up before. Last time was asking about Herman Miller Aeron chairs. I still haven't got a new chair yet but need to. The Mirra from Herman Miller gets good reviews [1][2]. Anyone here use one at their computer/work/study desk?
On 6/5/06 17:24, in article 0001HW.C0828C4E00132EC2F0284...@news.gradwell.net, "Ian Robinson"
<j...@canicula.invalid> wrote: > I know I've brought this up before. Last time was asking about Herman > Miller Aeron chairs. I still haven't got a new chair yet but need to. > The Mirra from Herman Miller gets good reviews [1][2]. Anyone here use > one at their computer/work/study desk?
No, but if you want to pay me, I'll go to the factory (8 miles away) and do a bum test on it for you and report back.
On a serious note, people who have them have always raved to me about them, specially if you have postural problems.
On Sun, 7 May 2006 11:52:00 +0100, Bonge Boo! wrote (in article <C0838FE0.1F4F3%bingb...@spamcop.net>):
> No, but if you want to pay me, I'll go to the factory (8 miles away) and do > a bum test on it for you and report back.
Heh.
> On a serious note, people who have them have always raved to me about them, > specially if you have postural problems.
Is that the Mirra or Herman Miller chairs (read Aeron) in general? There's at least 1, possibly 2, showrooms in Belfast where you can go and see them. Have to try and go this week.
Bonge Boo! <bingb...@spamcop.net> wrote: > On 6/5/06 17:24, in article > 0001HW.C0828C4E00132EC2F0284...@news.gradwell.net, "Ian Robinson" > <j...@canicula.invalid> wrote:
> > I know I've brought this up before. Last time was asking about Herman > > Miller Aeron chairs. I still haven't got a new chair yet but need to. > > The Mirra from Herman Miller gets good reviews [1][2]. Anyone here use > > one at their computer/work/study desk?
> No, but if you want to pay me, I'll go to the factory (8 miles away) and do > a bum test on it for you and report back.
> On a serious note, people who have them have always raved to me about them, > specially if you have postural problems.
Interesting- Ian, if you get one, I'd be interested to hear your thoughts.
£500 seems like an awful lot to spend, but then again, if it cures back/postural problems, it may be worth it. My wife spent nearly £100 last month at the chiropracter, probably because of off posture at the computer for hours at a time.
Peter
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On Sun, 7 May 2006 12:14:10 +0100, Peter Lee wrote (in article <1heyv6g.k8ilv5ptkzafN%peter...@softhome.net>):
> Interesting- Ian, if you get one, I'd be interested to hear your > thoughts.
I will be getting a new chair of some description.
> £500 seems like an awful lot to spend, but then again, if it cures > back/postural problems,
I don't have back problems but I do spend a lot of time at this desk either using the Macintosh or reading and writing. Lots of others have said it before but we spend thousands on the computers we buy and then spend hours using them sitting in cheap unsuitable chairs.
Ian Robinson <j...@canicula.invalid> wrote: > I know I've brought this up before. Last time was asking about Herman > Miller Aeron chairs. I still haven't got a new chair yet but need to. > The Mirra from Herman Miller gets good reviews [1][2]. Anyone here use > one at their computer/work/study desk?
If you're going to spend a substantial amount of money on a chair, you really should test drive a Freedom Chair, especially if you want to be able to recline.
HTH Tom -- With or without religion, you would have good people doing good things and evil people doing evil things. But for good people to do evil things, that takes religion.
On Sun, 7 May 2006 15:30:31 +0100, Tom Warner wrote (in article <1hez3z9.ym9lrfg25o6eN%...@dfind.com>):
> If you're going to spend a substantial amount of money on a chair, you > really should test drive a Freedom Chair, especially if you want to be > able to recline.
Ta. First impressions are that I don't like the look of the chairs. But I will delve deeper.
In article <0001HW.C0828C4E00132EC2F0284...@news.gradwell.net>, Ian Robinson <j...@canicula.invalid> wrote:
> I know I've brought this up before. Last time was asking about Herman > Miller Aeron chairs. I still haven't got a new chair yet but need to. > The Mirra from Herman Miller gets good reviews [1][2]. Anyone here use > one at their computer/work/study desk?
I think I responded to this before but to recap, I'm pleased with my Herman Miller Mirra which I bought from from http://www.homeworkingsolutions.co.uk. Pleased with their service. HM have recently launched a slightly cheaper version at ?435 called the Celle, not sure what they've cut the spec on.
On Sun, 7 May 2006 19:14:15 +0100, Twangin' wrote (in article <twanginman-6DC85C.19141507052...@i-194-106-32-13.freedom2surf.net>):
> I think I responded to this before but to recap, I'm pleased with my > Herman Miller Mirra which I bought from from > http://www.homeworkingsolutions.co.uk. Pleased with their service. HM > have recently launched a slightly cheaper version at ?435 called the > Celle, not sure what they've cut the spec on.
Good stuff. Thanks. The Mirra is definitely in the frame at present.
In article <1heyv6g.k8ilv5ptkzafN%peter...@softhome.net>, peter...@softhome.net (Peter Lee) wrote:
> £500 seems like an awful lot to spend, but then again, if it cures
They last for years. I've had my Aeron since about 2000 and it looks pretty new. Unlike your run-of-the-mill office chair, it has no fabric that fades or upholstery that gets worn down.
Ian Robinson <j...@canicula.invalid> wrote: > Ta. First impressions are that I don't like the look of the chairs.
I understand. When spending this sort of money you have to get the one that makes you happy.
I fell in love with the way the Freedom Chair (hate the name) follows my moves when I lean back to stretch or forward again, and the way the headrest moves up to my head if I recline and the way the backrest/lumbar support pivots to stay in constant contact with my back... all automagically. No buttons or levers to mess with. I don't even have to take my hands off the keyboard... lovely.
Also, my study tends to be cold and the mesh of the Aeron did not appeal to my arthritic joints. I prefer a warmer chair.
All the best, Tom -- With or without religion, you would have good people doing good things and evil people doing evil things. But for good people to do evil things, that takes religion.
On Sat, 06 May 2006 16:24:30 GMT, Ian Robinson scrawled:
> I know I've brought this up before. Last time was asking about Herman > Miller Aeron chairs. I still haven't got a new chair yet but need to. > The Mirra from Herman Miller gets good reviews [1][2]. Anyone here use > one at their computer/work/study desk?
I'll never understand why they insist on calling poking a big hole in your back 'back support'. That's not a good curvature for your spine, if you intend on never having back pain from merely standing up.
The number of people I've managed to stop from having back pain, just by showing them how to sit and stand properly (thanks to teaching tai chi) never ceases to amaze me.
Tom Warner <t...@dfind.com> wrote: > Ian Robinson <j...@canicula.invalid> wrote:
> > Ta. First impressions are that I don't like the look of the chairs.
> I understand. When spending this sort of money you have to get the one > that makes you happy.
> I fell in love with the way the Freedom Chair (hate the name) follows my > moves when I lean back to stretch or forward again, and the way the > headrest moves up to my head if I recline and the way the > backrest/lumbar support pivots to stay in constant contact with my > back... all automagically. No buttons or levers to mess with. I don't > even have to take my hands off the keyboard... lovely.
> Also, my study tends to be cold and the mesh of the Aeron did not appeal > to my arthritic joints. I prefer a warmer chair.
This looks slightly more my kind of comfy chair. May I ask how much they cost? The site didn't immediately enlighten me.
Bella Jones <m...@privacy.net> wrote: > > Also, my study tends to be cold and the mesh of the Aeron did not appeal > > to my arthritic joints. I prefer a warmer chair.
> This looks slightly more my kind of comfy chair. May I ask how much > they cost? The site didn't immediately enlighten me.
As you've probably found, a quick sniff around the interweb isn't very helpful...
Mine was a gift some years ago. I'm trying to locate the paperwork from the purchase to see where it came from and how much it cost but, the task is becoming archeological. When/if I find a source, I'll post it.
It hadn't occurred to me that they may not be readily available here at the moment.
Until someone finds a source, I guess I'll have to keep quiet about them.
Too bad- great chair.
All the best, Tom -- With or without religion, you would have good people doing good things and evil people doing evil things. But for good people to do evil things, that takes religion.
On Sun, 7 May 2006 15:30:31 +0100, Tom Warner wrote (in article <1hez3z9.ym9lrfg25o6eN%...@dfind.com>):
> If you're going to spend a substantial amount of money on a chair, you > really should test drive a Freedom Chair, especially if you want to be > able to recline.
I called in to a showroom in Belfast this afternoon [1] to have a look at and a sit on some chairs. They had the Aeron, Mirra and some Human Scale chairs (but not the Freedom Chair).
I tried the Aeron first. It just didn't feel right for me. Probably due to the fact that it was a Size A and I'd need a Size C as I'm over 6'2" tall. The Size C has a seat that is deeper (front to back).
From what I've been reading it was the Mirra I was really interested in so I tried it next. Wow. It was very comfortable. The back moulds itself and supports your whole back including the shoulders. It feels like it's purposely changing shape to provide full continuous support. The Mirra also reclines and has tensions adjusters and tilt limiters. It doesn't have a headrest but the back is tall so that's not a problem for me. The armrests are adjustable and very comfortable. To be honest I was sold on the Mirra very quickly.
I also tried a Humanscale chair that was a similar shape and size to the Mirra. It didn't support my back as well as the Mirra and didn't look as good either (which is a consideration).
So I've provisionally ordered a Mirra. I've to email them later tonight to tell them what colour I want. Will get it in about 4 weeks.
Thanks to everyone for the input, both this time and the last time I raised this topic. I'll post a real review and pics when I get it. Details on the web (including Flash infomercials etc.) at:
Tom Warner <t...@dfind.com> wrote: > Bella Jones <m...@privacy.net> wrote:
> > > Also, my study tends to be cold and the mesh of the Aeron did not appeal > > > to my arthritic joints. I prefer a warmer chair.
> > This looks slightly more my kind of comfy chair. May I ask how much > > they cost? The site didn't immediately enlighten me.
> As you've probably found, a quick sniff around the interweb isn't very > helpful...
> Mine was a gift some years ago. I'm trying to locate the paperwork from > the purchase to see where it came from and how much it cost but, the > task is becoming archeological. When/if I find a source, I'll post it.
> It hadn't occurred to me that they may not be readily available here at > the moment.
> Until someone finds a source, I guess I'll have to keep quiet about > them.
> Too bad- great chair.
Yes I'd be interested too, I keep suffering back issues at the offce so one day I'll probably have to invest in something much better... -- Jon B Above email address IS valid. <http://www.bramley-computers.co.uk/> Apple Laptop Repairs.
On Sat, 24 Jun 2006 00:09:19 +0100, Ian Robinson wrote (in article <0001HW.C0C2332F000B0708F0407...@news.gradwell.net>):
> On Tue, 9 May 2006 19:52:24 +0100, Ian Robinson wrote > (in article <0001HW.C086A378000BE52DF0407...@news.gradwell.net>):
>> So I've provisionally ordered a Mirra. I've to email them later tonight >> to tell them what colour I want. Will get it in about 4 weeks.
> Picked it up today. Sitting it as I type this. Still have to tweak the > settings (arm rest height, lumbar support etc.) but it's very > comfortable.
Is there a Helen Mirren chair? Sigh.
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