Saturday 24 July 2010

Manduka Black Mat Pro Yoga Package, Graphite, 85 Inch Mat


This kit feature black mat pro 85-inch, large matsak

The large matsak is made of a durable cotton canvas material with recycled pet mesh detailing

With its denser, thicker form, unparalleled comfort and cushioning

MatSak carry bag made of a durable cotton canvas material with recycled PET mesh detailing

Includes breathable yoga mat and damp article compartments, full-length zipper, padded shoulder strap

Be ready for your yoga sessions while on the go about town with this Manduka BlackMatPRO Yoga Package, which includes the 85-inch version of the legendary BlackMatPRO mat and natural cotton canvas MatSak carry bag. With its denser, thicker form, unparalleled comfort and cushioning, superior non-slip fabric finish, and simple, elegant design, the BlackMatPRO comfortably cushions spine, hips, knees, and elbows on hard floors. And only Manduka yoga mats have the unique dotted bottom surface to reduce mat movement during your practice. It also features a slip-resistant--yet not sticky--surface even when wet from perspiration, OekoTex-certified, emissions-free manufacturing, and a lifetime guarantee. It measures 85 x 26 x 1/4 inches. Manduka MatSaks are made of a durable cotton canvas material with recycled PET mesh detailing. The MatSak's two zippered compartments provide protective carrying space for a yoga mat, towel, strap, and personal items, such as wallet, keys, and light clothing. It also features a comfortable, adjustable, padded shoulder strap and durable metal hardware. It measures 28 x 6.5 inches.



This review is from: Manduka Black Mat Pro Yoga Package, Graphite, 85 Inch Mat

So, i'm new to Yoga and wanted a quality mat. I weight in at 325lbs and stand over 6'3 (football player build) so I was looking for something with good knee support. I bought the Eco mat and this one, promptly returned the Eco mat. I am a serious consumer and research every purchase to the point of silliness.. I did experience the slipping when I first started, then my instructor suggested to scrub off the shipping film ( much like manduka recommends) - No more slipping.... Support of the is mat is really awesome (knees feel great in child pose or other knee intensive poses), grip is great ( I practice with a towel since i'm a sweaty one), and the length is just right. Not sure why people dislike the bag- There are 2 compartments, maybe they are trying to stuff the mat in the wet clothes side...? Anyways- I love the bag, works great, fits my large shoulders... I usually go for coffee and the market after practice, carry this mat and bag the entire time- Since im a dude and sort of stacked, I dont even notice the weight..... Any questions? Also remember to roll it up with the floor side to the inside of the roll- That way when you unroll it, it will not curl at the ends.... Also if you care about status- I dont know what the hell i'm doing at yoga, but people do notice and comment on my awesome mat- Where did you get it? they say...... :)...



This review is from: Manduka Black Mat Pro Yoga Package, Graphite, 85 Inch Mat

Padding: 5 stars. The mat is thick and provides an excellent amount of cushioning. You should never need to fold it.

Traction: 1 star. The mat provides excellent traction... until you start to sweat. I've read elsewhere that this is supposed to improve as the mat is broken in, but how long is that supposed to take? I've tried accelerating the break-in through washing and scrubbing (as recommended in the included instructions), but I haven't observed even the slightest improvement in traction while wet over the weeks that I've been using the mat. Just how long am I expected to slip and slide through my workouts?

I currently work around the traction issue by placing towels where I set my hands and feet. The towels still shift and bunch up, though, which forces me to stop and reset them numerous times over the course of a workout. Maybe wearing socks and gloves would work better, but I'm not thrilled with the idea....



This review is from: Manduka Black Mat Pro Yoga Package, Graphite, 85 Inch Mat

I've owned the mat for about a month now and in that time it has performed just as I hoped it would. The mat is very sturdy, yet provides enough cushion that I never feel like my knees or my sit bones are pressing against the hard floor beneath the mat. Being 6 feet tall, I needed the extra length. I use every bit of it too, without ever feeling like I don't have enough room. I just want to say one thing about the grip of this mat. The mat does not absorb moisture at all. It's not meant to have grip when it's wet. That's why you need a skidless towel if you're going to be doing the kind of yoga that makes you sweat. Otherwise, the mat has excellent grip. Much better than those cheapo 20 dollar mats.

I highly recommend this mat for people that want top quality. If you prefer a mat that is not top quality, and don't mind if it degrades over time, stretches a little bit when you are in down dog, and isn't quite as sturdy, then this mat isn't for you.

Cheers...




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