I went to a gaming cafe and saw the Jerker desks for the first time and now I want one… I found out that IKEA no longer sells them =( anyway, I am glad that you have this topic going, I am looking for desk now for the screaming fast gaming system I just built! Lots of good ideas on this page, bookmarking it for now till I have more time tomorrow to do more research.
Hi, I’m with Anthro and was reading the string and I wanted to mention that we are having our Birthday Sale, through the month of October '08, come check us out we’ve marked down most of our products about 35%, including the Fit Console Unit shown above. If price is a concern, now is a fantastic time to be an Anthro owner.
Try THIS chair … uses car seats (porsche, fiat, your favorite…fully powered)…
Some other desk options we were researching today:
Adjustable Keyboard Podium
http://www.akp-inc.com/op10.html
Anthro Adjusta Fit
http://www.anthro.com/ppage.aspx?pmid=17
some action shots of the Adjusta Fit here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27562688@N06/2568689935/in/set-72157605550234011/
I stumbled upon this thread while researching computer desks. I’m in the process of designing my own dream desk. I’m wondering if there’s market to sell them. Every single desk i’ve seen so far bothers me because they’re not deep enough and there’s never any usable cable management. Mine is going to be pretty big, 60x37, and have a row of cable holes instead of the standard 2 or 3. Underneath I’m going to mount some decent pro-quality cable management hardware (i HATE cables). Also, it’s not going to have a worthless keyboard tray or drawers oh and nothing on the back so you’ll have plenty of leg room.
I’ve never seen a Jerker before until now, it’s ok, the shelves seem handy but again the cable management sucks. I’ve seen these aluminum framing kits that would make a decent desk frame similar to a Jerker. You can attach whatever you want anywhere on the structure.
if you’d like to stay updated on my progress drop me an email at chasd00-at-gmail-dot-com
I have been using the OP10 above for five years now and it should be part of any of the setups above. All those all in one desks that hold the PC monitor printer etc have no leg room when you sit in front of them. Rarely do you see any of these desks with anyone using them and if they are they are sitting half way up there chair reachiung for the keyboard or mouse.
This OP10 lets me sit back in my chair and lean back, the base rolls underneath me and its like having the kbd/mse or my laptop float over my lap–very comfortable. Especially with a wireless setup. What’s the use having a wireless setup if you are still attached to the desk?
Jeff,
Thanks so much for starting this thread. I have been looking for a height-adjustable desk for months now, and Anthro might be where I finally buy it from. So far I have looked at the AirTouch series by Steelcase, AdjusTables by Details, and the Adjustable Height Desk that GeekDesk sells on Bonanzle. The problem is we are really looking to get away with a desk that’s 50 wide or more, can go from sit to stand, and costs under $750. The GeekDesk by Bonanzle seemed like the best option, but it doesn’t include a top, and the ones we’ve found are too expensive (no Ikea around these parts, folks!) If anyone had any great suggestions, let me know!
Thanks,
Megan
Megan -
Have you priced out the GeekDesk Original frame, using a hollow-core door for a top? That’s what I ended up doing, and am thrilled with the choice. Should meet your price requirement, makes for a nice BIG work surface as well, and hollow-core doors are available just about everywhere, and (if you’re aesthetically sensitive) can be easily painted to match just about anything.
I’m loving my setup, and don’t think I’ll ever got back to a sitting-only desk. Ever.
Joseph
I am very glad to see these lovley and reasonable detail in this post.
The Biomorph desks are great, but their customer service is absolutely horrendous.
Be prepared to wait for up to three separate shipments from two different carriers without any communication from the company about when you can expect them. I ordered my desk close to seven weeks ago and I’m still waiting for the final piece.
I would never order from them again!
Thanks for the post. I’ve been working while standing for the past year or so. I’ve recently begun a quest for a home desk that will allow me to stand. It looks like Anthro has just what I need. Woo hoo!
I love the look of this computer desk. Thank you for showing a pic.Get various computer desks online at spacify
You can help youself by using any of a number of sit to stand desk units on the market. Most dont give you the ability to adjust your keyboard and monitor separately which is the best way to maximize your comfort. Ergo Desktop provides 3 models that give you dual ergonomics and pricing starts at just $497.00 and just $397.00 for a unit that has just single ergonomics.
This is a very brave computer desk option because it chooses function over form. However, I’ve found the Wife Acceptance Factor to be rather overwhelming! Jeff, please check http://www.desksuppliers.com and I’m sure you’ll find just the right compromise! You’ll find exceptional values that’ll allow you to multitask like a mad man while retaining a remarkably high WAF!
Had to laugh at the Wife Acceptance Factor!! As a wife (of another Jeff btw) I have to say that a <a href=“glass">http://www.computerglassdesks.com">glass computer desk is likely to be more aesthetically pleasing than a big chunky black desk:-) However as you wrote this 4 years ago now I hope you’ve found the perfect desk:-)
nice workspace, but all you really need is a macbook pro to kick it on your bed. I recently just got hooked up through my brothers Apple Military Discount and I love my Mac. Then again it does depend on what you need the workspace for. Nice post.
Just to let anyone interested to know. I just discovered that many of Anthro’s products are being sold at a deep discount at Anthro.com/Sale. It should cut into the price a little for some of you.
I have that IKEA desk too and I really like it 