I am one of those people who must research something to death before I purchase. I agonized over which yoga mat to buy for a month, reading hundreds of reviews and basically driving myself crazy with indecision. My previous mat was a Jade harmony that lasted years before it started to get "stretchy".
What I was looking for:
*GRIP! I need a mat that never gets slippery, even when I sweat.
*Cushion for my joints and bony knees
*A nice solid base that doesn't bunch or stretch under me
*Extra length
*An aesthetically pleasing color
I "test drove" a Manduka Pro, a Manduka Eko, and a Jade Elite, and a Jade Fusion. My husband kept (and loves) the Jade Elite because he wanted something firmer, but it didn't have enough cushion for me. I sent the others back. If you want more details on why, you can check out my other reviews.
Aaaaah, the Jade Fusion. My soul mat.
What I love about it:
The olive green color is lovely and calming, just as pictured.
The grip of this mat is beyond compare.
The thickness is perfect- even on hard floors my knees and wrists don't bother me.
The rubber smell faded quickly.
The extra length is great.
Very heavy-duty… no bunching, slipping on the floor, or stretching.
Downsides to this mat:
It is so grippy that EVERYTHING sticks to it….cat hair, dirt, etc.
Minimal color selection
No option for a wider mat
So, after MUCH deliberation and comparison shopping, I can say with confidence that the Jade Fusion comes out on top.
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