Visit websites that have published articles where journalists and consumer experts have tested and rated beach chairs. For example, websites like "Good Housekeeping," "Slate" and "Galtech" have all rated and reviewed beach chairs.
Examine each review carefully, checking the ratings for the qualities that are most important to you such as materials, weight, portability, carrying convenience and general comfort.
Visit two or three different home goods supply stores. Talk to a clerk about the beach chairs that consumers most often buy, and the ones that consumers most often refund or return. Going to more than one home supply store will allow you to discover patterns and trends with certain chairs. Ask the clerk about his personal favorite.