Could I use the hand towel w/o the yoga mat towel underneath if I put my hands on it in downward dog. Would I slip if there are no grips on the towel?
465726
I don't think so. The towel is about the size of a hand towel, but not as thick. I think that your weight on the towel would make it stable. Sorry that I could not be more help.
465727
Yes, you would still need a yoga mat underneath the the YogaRat towel as it does not have nubs/grips underneath; there are yoga towels that double up as yoga mats on the market currently but tend to be pricier.
465728
I slipped. This is my #1 gripes. I thought I would take this with me in my travel and use it in hotel rooms (primary need) to do sun salutations. Doesn't help with that.
465729
It's hard to tell if anyone has answered this question... she's asking if she can use the hand towel and the mat for downward dog without having to buy the full sized towel, she is not asking if she can use the hand towel without a mat. Can someone answer this please, as I am wondering the same thing
465730
Yes you will slip. This towel is slightly slippery if your hands are sweating.
465731
If you mean can you put the towel directly on the floor with no yoga mat underneath, then yes you will slip.
535171
I'd invest in a towel mat to lay on top of your mat. Manduka is great, but I slip during class - I get very sweaty - and if I've forgotten my towel, it's not a fun experience.
1568795
No, but I place a dish towel under & that does the trick. It also comes in handy as your cooking. You simply place one end of the towel under & allow the rest to hang. Gives you something to wipe your hands on. Good Luck, hope this helps.
1438662
Absolutely not which makes this mat so great! I have sweaty palms and my old mat had me sliding all over the place. A friend told me to try a yoga towel but it didn't work. You can spray a bit of water on the mat to give yourself more of a grip but I've found it unnecessary.
127474
I'd say standard weight works alright with the faster pace vinyasas. Some students are happy with a standard beach towel, but I find myself with six yoga towels now. The latest ones I got are Plush and the Extra Long (XL) Yoga Rat ones. I fold the ends under the rubber mat and find it my best solution yet. Having a towel meander or bunch up doesn't ruin my day, but I sure do enjoy having nice towels.
1218828
The floor under will get damp. You can put towels under and the floor should be fine.
1985730
The paws will be wet but not "dripping" so yes, you would probably want to use a towel.
200355
I use this towel 4 times a week at my "hot yoga" class (105 degress)--it is super absorbant and does not slip when wiping sweat. I love it!
762793
Yes! I have pretty large bath towels, i fold them in half twice and roll them and they fit great, u may have to squeeze a little to get them in without causing the one above/below to rotate. I use hand towels on the top 2 Racks, although only the top one is meant for small towels which stinks. Thats the only thing i would change about it. Super easy to get the towels back out though. Just make sure you screw it to the wall really well
661647
It's very thin, so I think you'd be better off with a mat, as well. Plus, without the cushion of a mat underneath, you might feel the grippy dots on the underside of the towel.
1350954
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.
1350952
The mat I use is strong and durable. However, for me, it is slippery when wet. I think that using a towel is a great idea. After one year of Yoga once a week, I still perspire a lot. So, I use a headband and a towel. Safety is always first in my mind. There's nothing as unsettling to me, as losing the posture of a warrior 2 due to a slipping foot; and the full knowledge that I can't do splits yet. LOL.
2152423
Sure! I like it horizontally so that the towel drops down, but you can use it vertically.
374705
It might shift too much during yoga. Maybe for outdoor yoga? It's best for a pool/beach towel
1350953
I would recommend it although I will admit that I always use a towel, so my answer is slightly biased. The reason I chose to use a towel is because it helps keep my mat clean, so I do not have to routinely clean my mat. I did solely use the mat in the beginning, and if I recall correctly I did have minor slippage without a towel. I am one who does not mind sweating but I do mind feeling the sweat during a workout. You will not incur this issue if you use a towel. I use a Manduka towel on top of the Manduka mat as it adheres well, and I just throw the towel in the washer afterward. Much easier cleanup, which is something I prefer. Hope this information helps you. I would recommend it although I will admit that I always use a towel, so my answer is slightly biased. The reason I chose to use a towel is because it helps keep my mat clean, so I do not have to routinely clean my mat. I did solely use the mat in the beginning, and if I recall correctly I did have minor slippage without a towel. I am one who does not mind sweating but I do mind feeling the sweat during a workout. You will not incur this issue if you use a towel. I use a Manduka towel on top of the Manduka mat as it adheres well, and I just throw the towel in the washer afterward. Much... » Read More I would recommend it although I will admit that I always use a towel, so my answer is slightly biased. The reason I chose to use a towel is because it helps keep my mat clean, so I do not have to routinely clean my mat. I did solely use the mat in the beginning, and if I recall correctly I did have minor slippage without a towel. I am one who does not mind sweating but I do mind feeling the sweat during a workout. You will not incur this issue if you use a towel. I use a Manduka towel on top of the Manduka mat as it adheres well, and I just throw the towel in the washer afterward. Much easier cleanup, which is something I prefer. Hope this information helps you. « Show Less
173097
No, but I haven't had a problem with the towel sliding or bunching up ... it's usually wet. If for some reason you're not sweating a lot in your Bikram class, you can spray the towel with water beforehand or rinse it in the washer then roll it up with your mat. I haven't needed to do this, even for the areas of the towel that stay dry. I do it sometimes because the pre-wetted towel just feels cool during class :)
1833200
I've practiced both with and without a towel on this mat. Without a towel the mat becomes slippery with slight perspiration because the mat does not absorb moisture, which is mainly a problem for me during downward facing dog. Because of this, I usually place a towel on the mat after I've completed sun salutations when I'm warmed up. The towel provides traction for my hands and feet, and stays put on the mat. I've had different results with different brands of towels. Manduka's eQua mat towels have provided the best grip with this mat.