How does your mat compare to this mat? http://www.amazon.com/WellnessMats-36...
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I have two of those. They are a little nicer, but much smaller and much more expensive.
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You may want to contact Manduka customer service to see if they would give lifetime warranty for mats puchased from other sites. I have the Black mat pro and it is the best yoga mat I have ever used. It may be pricey but worth every penny. I will not use anything else.
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Judy, the "pad" that has come with these $59.99 "rubber" mats has been a kind of "slip cover" (like the pillow case on a pillow. It's thin, and designed to make the mat feel more comfortable to bare skin. I would probably not describe this pad as "plush", but it certainly does the job, and I've had no discomfort whatsoever with my bare legs on this covering. I feel it's a very good unit, and likely to be longer wearing than some of the other Earthing devices, such as the "half sheets" or full sheets. They're made of cotton with the metallic fibers in them, and my guess is that they're probably not as durable as the "rubber" mat with slip cover that you are considering. In my judgement, well worth the money. I sleep better with my legs on one, have used Earthing products for 3 or 4 years now. Charles ND, PhD helpingtohealclinic@iw.net .
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I have the Black Pro and this one. I wish I bought the Lite first... almost same cushioning but a lot lighter. It does not bunch. Best mat IMO.
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Hello Bonnie, the other people answered correctly. It rolls up like a rug and gets quite compact. The only problem I have is that it is a little stiff when rolled up, even more so than an excercise mat. So if you leave it rolled up too long it retains shape for a few days after unfolding.
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I think they all split eventually. I purchased the ES Robbins Everlife because it appears thicker and sturdier than the others that I have purchased. My mat is installed on deep carpet. I don't know if a mat has been made that will bare a man's weight on plush carpet without flexing and wheel dipping under load. Hopefully this mat will justify the premium price by lasting much longer.
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Two folds and Gabriela, I just want you to know that I love this mat!!! I've had it a few years now, do sit ups on it and it is totally awesome. Thick and very durable. Whatever you pay for it, you will be happy.
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hi bev!!to answer i dunno.had this about 3 months and is as good as new i use shower cleaner under the mat 2x weekly.ps suggest you just buy 3 of them(i did)with the free shipping it's like getting one free;;also you wash one while not being without a mat.hope this helps,rick
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after reading these comments, I just realized that my blade has lasted much longer since I was at class one day and forgot my olfa mat so I bought a clover mat and it is softer and that must be the reason my blade has lasted so long. I thought it was the sharpner.lol, as the blade was sharpened quite good. Funny, I learn something new every day. Will stick with the Clover mat since it is softer. Doesn't seem to let the fabric slide as much either.
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it's great and very cushy, as long as you are not doing hot yoga. If you are it gets slippery with perspiration. I tried my Gaiam mat a few times, then ended up splurging on one of those expensive Lululemon ones.
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What mat? I only used this product by itself. I had that thing packed to its fullest capacity and it was strapped down perfectly. It did not move an inch, so if you do things very safely and securely, you should not have a problem. Hope this helps.
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If the jute fiber side is on the ground/floor, i think it works great. The regular mat side has plenty of grip. If you are doing yoga with the jute fiber side on-top, then it really doesnt have enough grip for you on that top jute fiber side.I feel like the jute fiber makes the mat a bit more durable, but is only good when that side is at the bottom
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Thanks for taking the time to answer my questions. I think I'll buy this mat.
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My yoga mats are not expensive either, I think I paid between $8 and $15 for them. When mine started getting slippery I would just buy a new one but now I use the slip free rosin and it pretty much takes care of it. I'm a little weird about the chalky feeling but I wash my hands immediately after yoga and I'm fine. It is definitely worth it.
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I just ordered a cover that matched the measurements of the mat. Didn't search for anything special or specific. Average cover fits fine although not to contours of the mat so is stretched across. With a baby on the mat I can't see this being a problem! No mis-shaping of mat as a result of normal change pad cover. Hope this is of some use?
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Totally! I use the eQua and the yoguitoes mat towels, both are very good and they will keep you from sliding, I preffer the eQua one with my manduka mat.
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I bought from 2 different manufacturers. Their construction is similar. If you type 'Himalayan acupressure mat' in your search engine, you can go to the various sites.