--- product_id: 993948 title: "GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support" brand: "gci outdoor" price: "Β£75.34" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Gci Outdoor" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/993948-gci-outdoor-sitbacker-adjustable-canoe-seat-with-back-support store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Auto-Fold shoulder strap Adjustable lumbar support Lightweight 3.5 lbs, supports 250 lbs GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support **Brand:** gci outdoor **Price:** Β£75.34 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ›Ά Paddle in comfort, carry with ease β€” the ultimate canoe seat upgrade! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support by gci outdoor - **How much does it cost?** Β£75.34 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/993948-gci-outdoor-sitbacker-adjustable-canoe-seat-with-back-support) ## Best For - gci outdoor enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gci outdoor brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built-In Storage:** Integrated pocket keeps essentials close on every adventure - β€’ **Compact & Lightweight:** Folds down to 3.7 inches thick, weighs just 3.5 lbs - β€’ **Effortless Portability:** Auto-Fold shoulder strap with portage lock for hands-free carry - β€’ **Universal Fit & Secure:** Dual-buckle bench attachment fits any canoe seat or bench - β€’ **Ergonomic Lumbar Comfort:** Patented BackComfort tech for all-day canoeing ease ## Overview The GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat combines patented lumbar support and BackComfort technology with a collapsible, ultra-lightweight design. Featuring an Auto-Fold shoulder strap with portage lock and dual-buckle attachments, it fits any canoe bench securely while supporting up to 250 lbs. Perfect for serious paddlers seeking ergonomic comfort and effortless portability on every water adventure. ## Description Collapsible Design: A portage lock and a shoulder strap with Auto-Fold Technology allows for easy opening, closing,and carrying; Split-contour boat seat includes lumbar pad and built-in storage pocket Review: Best Back Support Canoe Seat EVER! - I've been an avid canoeist for 48 years, having gotten my first canoe at 19. A little over five years ago I was riding my bicycle and was hit by a SUV. One of the harder things to recover from was the break at the L-1 vertebrae. Initially there was a question whether I would need a wheelchair for the rest of my life. After the first of three reconstructive surgeries (with a total if five surgeries in less than five years), the doctors gave me a 50/50 chance of walking without a walker or cane. They didn't give me any odds on breaking horses, canoeing, or skydiving again. But now I'm back to lugging my 18' aluminum whitewater Grumman to get it wet. However, I wouldn't even want to do it without the back support of the GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support. The GCI seat with back support was a game-changer for me. Canoeing rehab has been going so well my younger brother and I are planning on canoeing the Boundary Waters in 2026! In fact, I just bought a second GCI seat for my brother! They are that good. The integral shoulder strap is great for carrying the seats hands-free when the seat has to be taken off the canoe. The portage straps securing the seats in the fold-down position are a life-saver during transportation and portaging. The seats themselves are comfortable and warm in all weather conditions. Seat and frame construction is rugged quality. If I were engineering the seat, I would see if the tops of the seat back corners could be rounded more to give a little more clearance on the follow through paddle stroke. But as it is, you can adjust your stroke to compensate and still enjoy all of the benefits the GCI seat offers! Review: Great Canoe Seat & Good Stadium Seat. - This product exceeded our expectations. The son and I decided to do a few nights canoeing down the Colorado River this last spring. It was truly a lifetime experience. The beauty and rawness of the area is truly something to see. The canoe that we rented advertised that they had seats built in but we decided to buy these for a little extra comfort. Boy, are we glad we did! The hardback plastic seats that were on the canoes absolutely sucked and were not forgiving. Meanwhile these seats, which we placed over the seat support, were padded and comfortable. The bulk of the back support comes from the adjustable strap and we found that to be truly comfortable you cinched down the strap to a more upright angle than you may normally have thought necessary. They strap down and are solidly in place even if you have to move around and there is no chance of losing the seat in a capsize or other unplanned event. Several others in our group expressed their regret at not buying the same seats my son and I did. After the trip they have found continued and regular use as stadium seats. In that capacity they are a little less convenient than some models which simply β€œhook” onto the bleachers. These seats strap down to the bleachers by means of a buckle/strap assembly. It’s very solid and reliable but a tiny bit more effort than a hook on seat is necessary. This doesn’t bother me in the least but may be worth considering if you are using this exclusively as a stadium seats. ## Features - Canoe Seat with Back: Made using only the highest quality materials, this field-tested folding canoe chair with back support is exceptionally easy to open, close, and carry - Comfortable & Supportive: The ultimate canoe accessories, these collapsible boat seats feature a supportive lumbar cushion and BackComfort technology for customized reclining - Collapsible Design: A portage lock and a shoulder strap with Auto-Fold Technology allows for easy opening, closing,and carrying; Split-contour folding canoe seat with back includes lumbar pad and built-in storage pocket - Simple Setup: Easily attach this SitBacker adjustable canoe seat to any canoe seat or bench using the dual-buckle bench attachment - Compact: Supports 250 lbs; Measures 12.3 x 16.5 x 17.9 inches open and folds to 3.7 x 16.5 x 16.5 inches; 2.9 pounds; 17 inch seat strap length - Patented BackComfort Technology for customized reclining - Patented single buckle Auto-Fold Technology with Portage Lock shoulder strap for easy folding and carrying - Dual buckle bench attachment and storage pocket - Supports 250 lbs yet weighs only 3 lbs - Measures 11” x 16.5” x 18” when open and folds to 16.5” x 16.5” x 5.5” ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0018S0R38 | | Additional Features | Shoulder strap;Padded for comfort | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Arm Style | Armless | | Assembly Instructions Description | No assembly required. Simply unfold and attach to the canoe seat or bench using the dual-buckle bench attachment. | | Back Style | Continuous Back | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,932 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1 in Boat Cabin Seating | | Brand | GCI Outdoor | | Brand Name | GCI Outdoor | | Chair Backrest Width | 16.5 Inches | | Color | Hunter Green | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,237 Reviews | | Fill Material | Foam | | Form Factor | Foldable | | Frame Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00631444000990 | | Included Components | Lumbar Pad, Storage Pocket, Foldable Arm Rest | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Is Foldable | No | | Item Depth | 17.9 inches | | Item Dimensions | 17.9 x 16.5 x 17.9 inches | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 17.9"D x 16.5"W x 17.9"H | | Item Weight | 3.5 Pounds | | Leg Style | wheels | | Manufacturer | GCI Outdoor | | Manufacturer Part Number | 21012 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Na. | | Material | Alloy Steel , Polyester | | Material Type | Alloy Steel, Polyester | | Maximum Weight Recommendation | 250 Pounds | | Model Number | 21012 | | Pattern | Solid | | Product Dimensions | 17.9"D x 16.5"W x 17.9"H | | Reclining Position Count | 3 | | Required Assembly | No | | Seat Depth | 12 inches | | Seat Material | Fabric | | Shape | Rectangular | | Size | one size | | Style Name | Travel Backpacks | | UPC | 631444000990 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** GCI Outdoor - **Color:** Hunter Green - **Material:** Alloy Steel, Polyester - **Size:** one size - **Item Weight:** 3.45 Pounds ## Images ![GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91yS628GNnL.jpg) ![GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/717Pp87YrJL.jpg) ![GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51OuuhlkYXL.jpg) ![GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/710NlZTrl0L.jpg) ![GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61KhIve+5RL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Back Support Canoe Seat EVER! *by W***Y on December 16, 2025* I've been an avid canoeist for 48 years, having gotten my first canoe at 19. A little over five years ago I was riding my bicycle and was hit by a SUV. One of the harder things to recover from was the break at the L-1 vertebrae. Initially there was a question whether I would need a wheelchair for the rest of my life. After the first of three reconstructive surgeries (with a total if five surgeries in less than five years), the doctors gave me a 50/50 chance of walking without a walker or cane. They didn't give me any odds on breaking horses, canoeing, or skydiving again. But now I'm back to lugging my 18' aluminum whitewater Grumman to get it wet. However, I wouldn't even want to do it without the back support of the GCI Outdoor SitBacker Adjustable Canoe Seat with Back Support. The GCI seat with back support was a game-changer for me. Canoeing rehab has been going so well my younger brother and I are planning on canoeing the Boundary Waters in 2026! In fact, I just bought a second GCI seat for my brother! They are that good. The integral shoulder strap is great for carrying the seats hands-free when the seat has to be taken off the canoe. The portage straps securing the seats in the fold-down position are a life-saver during transportation and portaging. The seats themselves are comfortable and warm in all weather conditions. Seat and frame construction is rugged quality. If I were engineering the seat, I would see if the tops of the seat back corners could be rounded more to give a little more clearance on the follow through paddle stroke. But as it is, you can adjust your stroke to compensate and still enjoy all of the benefits the GCI seat offers! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Canoe Seat & Good Stadium Seat. *by C***S on September 22, 2025* This product exceeded our expectations. The son and I decided to do a few nights canoeing down the Colorado River this last spring. It was truly a lifetime experience. The beauty and rawness of the area is truly something to see. The canoe that we rented advertised that they had seats built in but we decided to buy these for a little extra comfort. Boy, are we glad we did! The hardback plastic seats that were on the canoes absolutely sucked and were not forgiving. Meanwhile these seats, which we placed over the seat support, were padded and comfortable. The bulk of the back support comes from the adjustable strap and we found that to be truly comfortable you cinched down the strap to a more upright angle than you may normally have thought necessary. They strap down and are solidly in place even if you have to move around and there is no chance of losing the seat in a capsize or other unplanned event. Several others in our group expressed their regret at not buying the same seats my son and I did. After the trip they have found continued and regular use as stadium seats. In that capacity they are a little less convenient than some models which simply β€œhook” onto the bleachers. These seats strap down to the bleachers by means of a buckle/strap assembly. It’s very solid and reliable but a tiny bit more effort than a hook on seat is necessary. This doesn’t bother me in the least but may be worth considering if you are using this exclusively as a stadium seats. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty good, but lumbar support isn't great *by C***X on March 9, 2026* I have this strapped into my Wenonah canoe, which just came with backless seats. It's much more comfortable than a backless seat for long days on the water, but I have two issues. First, while there's some nominal lumbar support, it's hardly sufficient. I bought a mesh lumbar support to accompany it, and it made a world of difference. I can't find anything else that's similar with better back support, so my mesh lumbar support will have to do. Second, the recline adjustment straps constantly loosen; I'm consistently tightening them. Other thoughts: After about five years of use - mainly summers - there's a decent bit of rust and wear, particularly on the hinges. I'm not sure it'll last another season. Five years seems like a decent lifetime, though. The seat is pretty light, which is nice, and the straps are handy for keeping the seat in place on the installed flat seat. It does shift around over time, as the straps loosen, but it's not as bad as the recline straps. I like the back mesh pocket, though I wish it was about 2 inches taller. It would be nice if it had some Velcro straps to keep it closed when folded. I leave these strapped into my canoe when car-topping, so I have to have a bungee to keep it closed. The price has gone up maybe $10-15 since I bought it, but I guess everything has gotten more expensive. Get them on sale, if you can. 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