Speed Stool

Take a load off

It doesn’t get much more minimalist than the Speed Stool from Helinox. Simple and stable, this perfect perch goes up in seconds and packs down to almost nothing. The Speed Stool weighs in at a feather-light 470g – earning it a place in even the most obsessive gram-counter’s backpack – but don’t be fooled by its lightweight appearance. The DAC aluminium alloy used in its supports is incredibly strong stuff that’s usually only used in tent poles and pegs, making the Speed Stool uniquely durable. It pops up into a perfect seat on its own, but canny campers could also team it up with one of Helinox’s comfy camp chairs for use as a foot stool.