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When I've need to take a break hiking, I've used the cane/stool combo, which I've discovered is both a poor cane and a poor seat. So when a friend gave me his REI trail stool to try, I jumped.
It holds up to 225 lbs, is far more stable than the cane stool (I can now relax sitting down instead of worrying about tipping over), and is easier to carry--just strap it to your pack or sling it over your shoulder (or give it to your wife, ha). A nice companion especially when hiking with forearm crutches or trekking poles. Thumbs up for this $22 piece of gear.
http://www.rei.com/product/765283/rei-trail-stool
It holds up to 225 lbs, is far more stable than the cane stool (I can now relax sitting down instead of worrying about tipping over), and is easier to carry--just strap it to your pack or sling it over your shoulder (or give it to your wife, ha). A nice companion especially when hiking with forearm crutches or trekking poles. Thumbs up for this $22 piece of gear.
http://www.rei.com/product/765283/rei-trail-stool