BendPak Ergo RS Creeper Chair Brings Comfort To Garage

I have always tried to adhere to the mindset of using the right tool for the job. Nevertheless, there have been occasions where makeshift solutions might have become commonplace in my garage. Case in point: my creeper. It was far from top quality from the beginning, but using it as a mechanic’s chair required some “resourceful” ingenuity. Finally, after years of abuse and a deteriorating structure, it was time to retire the now-defunct unit, as its utility had become more of a burden than assistance.

Recognizing the need to acquire the right tool this time, I set out to find a new creeper — one that not only excelled at its primary function, but also offered more features, a stronger design, and, last but not least, the versatility of providing me with a functional chair. I eventually stumbled upon the Ergochair RS from BendPak.

Ready To Rock

You might recognize the BendPak name as the company that manufactures professional automotive lifts, but the company also provides a variety of products beyond lifts, catering to the spectrum of home garage and industrial applications. I decided that if it were durable enough to withstand the rigors of a worksite, then surely my garage would be a safe place for it. That is, unless my kids discover dad’s new rolling chair or skateboard, depending on how they come across it

Within a few days of placing the order, the sizable BendPak box arrived on my doorstep. Suddenly, fear struck me. You see, being a dad means that any large box usually entails assembly. Numerous birthdays, Christmases, and my wife’s trips to Ikea have instilled this fear in me. Much to my chagrin, the Ergo-RS was fully assembled in the box. I just had to remove the packing material from either end and lift the chair out.

Industrial, Yet Refined

The Ergo-RS is no featherweight, tipping the scales at 60 pounds, thanks in part to its fully powder-coated tubular welded steel structure found in the base, scissor-lift assembly, and backbone. Despite its weight, the chair’s hefty feel disappears due to its weight distribution, 40-inch wheelbase, and sturdy wheels.