Manduka’s next generation eKO mat is built to perform and re-defines the possibilities for eco-friendly yoga mats. Made from natural rubber, the mat is designed for durability and comfort, yet it will decompose completely at the end of its useful life without leaving a footprint in landfills. These mats have been designed and manufactured with the same level of quality, attention to detail, and respect for the environment that the best selling Manduka Black Mat, ¿The Taj Mahal of yoga mats’ has achieved since Manduka first introduced a mat to yoga practitioners in 1997. Like the Manduka premium Black Mats, the eKO mat is 26″ wide and 71″ long – 2″ wider and 4″ longer than most yoga mats, providing more area for practice. There are no oil-based products in these mats; and they are completely free of toxic materials, foaming agents and plasticizers, commonly found in eco mats, such as TPE, POE, and other rubber mats. And through our patented manufacturing process, the natural rubber in our mats is 99% latex free and non-allergenic. Manduka continues to be the leading source of high performance products for the yoga lifestyle, designed to last a lifetime (or two)! Please note that because the mat is made from natural rubber it will have a slight smell initially which will fade within a few weeks. We recommend that you leave your mat unrolled for the first two weeks to air it out.
Price: $64.00
Features
- The "next generation" of ecologically responsible yoga mats. Three years in the making, designed and tested by instructors for high performance
- Non-slip, durable sea-grass surface texture
- Natural rubber mat, closed cell construction, non-allergenic and 99.9% latex free. Recyclable and biodegradable
- No PVC or oil-based eco materials like TPE or PER
- No phalates or toxic foaming agents found in other rubber eco yoga mats. Scent free (after initial break-in period)
User Reviews
This is the most excellent mat ever! It's durable, grippy, cushy and eco friendly. You won't find a better mat out there. -- best mat
I purchased this mat a little over two weeks ago. It arrived quickly. I loved it right out of the packaging. It provides a lot of cushion while still being very supportive. The mat did smell quite a bit, but I hung it over a chair outside for just a few hours and wiped it down with a wet cloth, and it was ready to go to class with me that evening. My neighboring yogis reported they could not smell it from their mats. The smell has continued to dissipate since to the point I don't notice it anymore. As reported in some previous reviews, the mat does require some breaking in. It has been with me to 5 or 6 classes since I received it, and it is improving. At first, though, during a more advanced class, I would experience some slippage during down dog, in particular (with sweatier hands/feet). In a more gentle class, I had no problems. Took it to an advanced class this morning and it was just about perfect. In fact, wheel pose was a dream on this mat. The texturing was perfect for this pose especially. So, if you have patience, this mat will pay off. I personally prefer it to the Jade mats, far and away. One last thing...a few people talked about what a pain it was to "lug" this mat around. I have to disagree completely. While its true it is heavier and has a more dense constitution than other mats, I am able carry it easily without a mat bag (although I am planning to purchase one to protect my investment). Good luck on your purchase & namaste! -- A Great Mat -- Once Broken In
Pros: dense, sturdy rubber mat that stays flat and secure to the floor.
Cons: strong rubber smell that lasted a couple of weeks; put it in washing machine hoping it would eliminate smell, learned that this kind of material absorbs water and takes days to drip dry. -- Maduka Eco-Friendly Yoga mat
I do yoga just about everyday. I really wanted to love this mat, but I am very disappointed. I am sliding all over the place on this thing!! It is heavy, but since I'm only tugging it from my car to the studio, its okay. The smell is tolerable. After slipping so much, I tried to go back to my Gaiam mat and found I do like the grip so much better, but my Gaiam mat is so thin and uncomfortable on my feet. I really like the thickness of this Manduka, I just wish the surface was less slick. -- My search continues for the perfect mat....
This mat is a huge improvement over the much cheaper mat I was using that was just too thin. I have been using this mat slightly over a month (for intermediate level anusara yoga)and like others have said, it was slippery at first. I used a yoga mat cleaner (sprayed on a wet cloth) two or three times during the first couple of weeks. This seems to have helped to eliminate the slippery feel. However, I found that I had to clean the mat with the cleaner and then wipe it off again with a clean wet cloth or it still had residue. It is a nice flat mat with a slightly larger size than many mats which is nice. If it lasts a long time I'll be thoughly happy with this "eco" purchase. I also like that Manduka has an old mat recyling program. I let the mat air out on a chair under my screen porch for about three days before using it. The smell has never been a problem for me. I do notice that my hands have a slight smell after using the mat but I wash them after yoga anyway. The color Acai is a very pretty deep purple! -- Pretty happy with the EKO mat!
Last Update: 0 seconds
Related posts:
- Ginsey Aquatouch Eco Friendly Rubber Tub Mat, White Price: $19.99Ginsey, aquatouch, eco friendly rubber tub mat, white, 17-inch by 36-inch. Bookmark It Hide Sites $$('div.d225').each( function(e) { e.visualEffect('slide_up',{duration:0.5})...
- Skoy Eco-Friendly Cleaning Cloth (4 Pack – Mixed Colors With Price: $6.00The SKOY cloth (one 4-pack Mixed colors with flower print, packed in a post consumer recycled band) is a...
- Eco-Friendly Families Price: $6.38Going green is a family affair… Parents and kids making the world a better place. Eco-friendliness has grown into...
- Eco-Friendly Gift Giving Ideas Here are some ideas for gift giving that not only show your fondness for someone but also reflect your...
- Mobile Edge Komen Eco-Friendly Tote, Black w ithPink Trim (Fits Price: $60.19The Mobile Edge Komen ECO Laptop Tote is the perfect bag for a new generation. A full-featured laptop case...
