Foldable Adirondack chairs built from real skis.

built & Designed by Kaighn towle

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Built to sit. Made to move.

These are foldable Adirondack chairs built from real skis and solid wood, designed and built by Kaighn Towle to solve two common problems:

Adirondack chairs don’t move easily.
And old skis usually end up sitting around.

These fix both.

They fold for easy storage and transport, and repurpose retired skis into something you’ll use and keep the memory of your skis alive.

A folding wooden adirondack chair made of with five skis, a mix of black, white, blue retired skis, "Rossignol" visible on some of the skis.
A folding wooden adirondack chair made of with five skis, a mix of black, white, blue retired skis, "Rossignol" visible on some of the skis.

GREAT WAY TO REPURPOSE YOUR OLD SKIS INTO FURNITURE. perfect for Cabins, patios, fire pits, decks and backyards

An Adirondack folding chair, using antique skis painted with a vintage red, white, and black color scheme, situated outdoors on grass.
Folded custom adirondack chair with decorative snowflake engravings leaning against a porch wall.
A vintage adirondack folding chair using antique skis, folded and leaning against a porch wall.
Outdoor chair decorated with colorful skis leaning against a lush green leafy background, some fallen leaves on the ground and on the seat of the chair.
Folded custom adirondack wood chair made of skis leaning against an aspen tree.

FEATURES:

FOLDable

Adirondack chairs are great until you have to move them. These fold, store easily and go where you need them.

BUILT RIGHT

Solid wood frame. Clean, durable construction.
Made to hold up, season after season.

ONE-OF-A-KIND

Every chair is different.
Color, wear, and character come straight from your repurposed skis.

COMFORT THAT WORKS

Deep seat. Wide arms. Proper angle.
Sit down and stay a while.

A custom folding wooden adirondack chair made of orange and yellow skis outside

Make it yours, Choose the look, or RECYCLE your own skis.

Ski Style

  • Bright and bold

  • Vintage and worn

  • Neutral or toned down

  • Mixed

Repurpose and Recycle Your Own Skis
Send us a pair and we’ll build your chair using your own.

Finish

  • Natural wood

  • Dark stain

  • Weathered

  • Sealed for outdoor use

COST:

$599 - $999
(cost range depends on style contemporary or antique and customer provided skis or antique skis

EACH FOLDABLE ADIRONDACK CHAIR IS CUSTOM. PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW AND WE WILL GET BACK TO YOU to discuss. Thank you

RECYCLED ski foldable Adirondack chairs

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. Each chair is built with the same proportions as a traditional Adirondack, deep seat, wide arms and the right angle to sit for a while.

  • They do. Each chair is designed to fold for easy storage and to move around, something most Adirondack chairs don’t offer.

  • Yes. You can provide Kaighn your skis and they’ll be built into a custom ski Adirondack chair. It is a great way to recycle your old skis and keep the memories alive

  • No problem. Skis can be sourced for you based on the style you’re after, bright, vintage, neutral, or mixed.

  • Yes. Every chair is one-of-a-kind. The skis determine the color, wear, and overall character of each build.

  • They’re built for outdoor use and finished to handle the elements. Like any wood furniture, they’ll last longer with basic care.

  • They’re solid, but manageable and much easier to move than traditional Adirondack chairs because they fold.

  • Each chair is made to order. Timing depends on current demand and whether skis are provided or sourced.

  • Pricing typically ranges from $599 – $999.

    Final cost depends on:

    • Ski style (contemporary or vintage/antique)

    • Whether you provide skis or we source

    • Level of customization

    Each chair is built to order, so pricing is confirmed before the build begins.

  • Contemporary skis are newer, with brighter colors and modern graphics.

    Antique skis are older — often wooden skis from before 1950 — with visible wear, muted tones, and a lot more history built into them.

    It comes down to the look you’re after.

  • Both options can be arranged depending on your location.

  • It’s straightforward:

    • You reach out with your idea or preferred style

    • Decide whether to use your skis or have them sourced

    • Kaighn confirms design details and pricing

    • The chair is built by hand

    • Delivery or pickup is arranged

    You’ll know what you’re getting before the build starts.

  • No. Most people don’t.

    You can come in with a general idea, and Kaighn will help guide the style, ski selection, and final build.

Didn’t know what to do with my old skis, and this was the perfect solution. Durable, comfortable, and way more interesting than anything you’d buy in a store.

A wood outdoor adirondack chair with a colorful retired skis, situated on a wooden deck. The background features a snow-covered mountain slope and pine trees under a clear blue sky.
A wood outdoor adirondack chair with a colorful retired skis, situated on a wooden deck. The background features a snow-covered mountain slope and pine trees under a clear blue sky.