[byoung2]

low-end Aeron (do they exist?)

Some of my coworkers saw an ad on Craigslist for a recording studio that was going out of business. They were selling everything, from mixing boards and microphones to computers and Aeron chairs. They got genuine Aeron chairs for about $250 each. Try looking on Craigslist or in the Pennysaver for going out of business type sales.

[jeremymcanally]

Same here. I bought two Aerons for just a couple hundred a piece from a guy who got them from an office that went out of business. He had like 10 he was selling. I'd imagine this scenario isn't that uncommon and should be easy to find on CL or something similar.

Also, search nearby cities/regions. I had to drive an hour or so for mine, but it was worth it.

[abyssknight]

Got mine last year on Craigslist for ~$400 cash. It's a 2007 with the posture fit support and is fully adjustable. Sure, it was a strange transaction, but my back doesn't mind.