To the regular or serious yoga practitioner, travel may mean that you will be unable to attend your regular class. Lugging a heavy premium mat with you during your trip can be cumbersome, and possibly unrealistic, but many of the top yoga mat companies offer a lightweight travel version. These mats are designed to easily fold up and fit in your suitcase; though they are generally much thinner than a normal mat, they do make it possible to practice yoga in your hotel room.
Gaiam Reversible Eco Travel Mat
Gaiam is one of the premier names in yoga mats and Consumer Search reports that its travel version lives up to their high standard of quality and use. The Gaiam Reversible Eco Travel Mat is 24 inches by 68 inches, is made of natural rubber and microfiber and weighs in at only 1 lb. Reviewers at Consumer Search report the mat conveniently folds up for easy travel and can fit into a handbag of medium-plus size. One drawback is the thinness of the mat; it is better to use it on carpet, such as in a hotel room, or over a rental mat if you are attending class at a studio at your travel destination.
Manduka eKO SuperLite Travel Mat
Weighing in at 2 lbs., the Manduka eKO SuperLite travel mat is suitable for use on carpet and hard floors. The eKO SuperLite measures at 68 by 24 inches, with a thickness of just 1/16 inch; this allows for easy transporting and it will nicely fold up and fit in your suitcase or purse. Made from natural and biodegradable tree rubber, the eKO SuperLite will not contribute to your carbon footprint. The mat is designed to withstand sweat and will maintain its gripping power throughout your workout. It may be beneficial to use this mat on carpeting due to the thinness, or on top of another mat.
Jade Yoga Travel Mat
Jade is known for high-quality yoga products but the heavy weight of its mats can make for difficult travel. However, the release of its travel mat, which weights only 2 lbs., can let you experience Jade craftsmanship without having to transport a bulky or cumbersome mat. Thicker than other travel mats, the Jade travel mat is 1/8 inch thick and is available in either 68-inch length or 74 inches, for taller yogis. Made with a non-slip natural rubber, you will be able to practice anywhere while remaining stable, even while sweating.
Lulu Lemon The Mat-Travel
Lulu Lemon is another leading manufacturer of yoga clothes and products and produces its own line of yoga mats. Its travel mat is 1.5mm thick and measures 26 by 71 inches. Made of natural rubber, Lulu Lemon claims the mat is suitable for all types of yoga, including those that get really sweaty.
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