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Gaiam Eco-Friendly Reversible Yoga Mat

Gaiam Eco-Friendly Reversible Yoga Mat

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Colors:
OrangeOrange Smokey PurpleSmokey Purple
Brand: Gaiam
Category: Sports

Buy New: $29.99 - $34.99

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Rating: 2.0 out of 5 stars 1 reviews
Sales Rank: 25305


ASIN: B000VHW80M

Release Date: September 4, 2007

Features:
  • Eco-friendly 4 mm mat for yoga enthusiasts
  • Made of 100-percent renewable material
  • Cushions bones, joints, and pressure points
  • Fully reversible for maximum ease of use
  • Measures 24 x 68 inches (W x D)

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Biodegradable, eco-sensitive materials and reversible color choices set this yoga mat apart from the rest. Made from a patented phthalate- and latex-free material, its thick, grippy and durable -- perfect for anything from restorative poses to hot and sweaty vinyasa series. Smokey Purple. 68"L x 24"W x 3/16"D. Taiwan.

Amazon.com Product Description
Made of all-natural materials, Gaiam's eco-friendly yoga mat offers the perfect floor support for serious yoga enthusiasts. The 4 mm mat is made from 100-percent renewable material, with a raised pattern across the top for extra traction. As a result, the mat not only cushions your bones, joints, and pressure points, but also offers a remarkably stable surface for foot and hand placement. Downward facing dog and triangle pose have never been more comfortable. Plus, the mat is fully reversible, so you needn't worry about whether it's facing the proper direction or not. Available in smokey purple and orange, the matt measures a standard 24 by 68 inches.p strongAbout Gaiam/strongbr Gaiam was created as a lifestyle company with the vision that, given a choice, people would choose a lifestyle that is healthy and life enhancing, for themselves, their families and the Earth. The Gaiam lifestyle is a vote for individual health as well as the future sustainability of the Earth's resources. Gaiam strives to provide customers with alternatives to traditional products by offering natural, eco-friendly or healthy versions that compare with the style, quality and price of conventional products.p Gaiam's goal is to become the trusted source and unifying brand for Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) participants. They understand that the opportunity to affect people's lives with information and products is both a privilege and a responsibility. Gaiam believes in the concept of Conscious Commerce, the practice of making purchasing decisions based on personal values and beliefs. It takes into consideration all the aspects of our lives and the impact we have upon the planet. Research indicates this concept appeals to approximately 50 million people in the U.S. alone. Gaiam's strategy in delivering the distinctive quality for which they are known is to partner with experts in health/wellness, eco-living and personal development to develop proprietary products that meet our customers' needs with meaningful solutions.p The name GAIAM is a fusion of the words iGaia/i (the name of Mother Earth from the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete), and iI am/i reminds us that we are all interconnected with the Earth, the air and water, and very much a part of this living system that sustains us all.p


Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Chemical smell and poor traction   December 14, 2008
Hard2Please (Rocky Mountains)
I was looking for a health and eco-conscious mat. While this mat is free of PVC and latex, it still has a noxious smell which interferes with my yoga practice. It is possible that the smell will off-gas over time, but I'm not keeping it long enough to find out. It is made of TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) which is a blend of plastic and rubber; this makes it better than the cheaper all-synthetic mats which may also contain harmful PVCs, but it's still not all that "green". It is a good size: 24"W x 68"L x .18"(4mm) thick. It provides good cushioning but it is only mildly textured and offers poor traction. After using it every day for two weeks, I'm returning it.