Need an inexpensive yoga mat that doesn't stink

beyond.omega · 02-21-15, 06:36 PM

I used to have a Manduka eKO SuperLite Travel Mat, which folds up so tiny I lost it. I really need a new mat, but every time I've tried to replace it, the mat I get is smelly. I found this Gaiam Yoga Mat on Amazon for $17 which claims to be pthalate free, but does that mean it won't stink? Can someone recommend an inexpensive, non-stinky yoga mat? It doesn't have to be super think or anything. Just something I won't slip on.

I really can't spend upwards of $40 for a yoga mat right now, but I really need to get back to my yoga practice...

laurajhawk · 02-21-15, 07:23 PM

Gaiam mats are available at Target, I believe. Can you go to Target, so that you're sure you're getting one that doesn't smell?

sherry7899 · 02-21-15, 07:24 PM

Do you have Ross or TJ Maxx near you? Both usually have yoga mats for around ten dollars or even less.

Sherry

Jo80 · 02-21-15, 07:39 PM

The yoga mats at Five Below are $5.

beyond.omega · 02-21-15, 07:42 PM

Thanks for the tips y'all.

@laurajhawk: That's a good idea. I think I'll stop into a Target when I head into Portland this week.

@sherry & jo: The problem with those cheap mats is they stink (unless someone knows of one specifically that doesn't.) Back when I was flush with cash and a job, I went through two cheapie mats trying to save money that ended up stinking. Then I got my beloved but long lost Manduka.

sherry7899 · 02-21-15, 07:50 PM

I don't blame you for not wanting a stinky mat!

I don't know if this is nationwide, but the Kohl's near me has Gaiam yoga mats. If you have a Kohl's credit card, you could also use one of their coupons. They are very good with returns.

I hope you can find something.

Sherry

loulou · 02-21-15, 08:59 PM

Not exactly cheap but under $40.00 and a really good non-slip mat without the smell:

http://www.amazon.com/Aurorae-Yoga-M...EE&cdSort=best

sherry7899 · 02-21-15, 09:05 PM

I have that Aurorae mat and I really like it.
I bought it from Amazon and the company that makes them contacted me through Amazon to make sure I was happy with the mat. It did not smell at all.

Vantreesta · 02-21-15, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beyond.omega

I used to have a Manduka eKO SuperLite Travel Mat, which folds up so tiny I lost it.

This cracked me up! That is so me! I have misplaced a wrap and a brace, and my brother said he couldn't believe I have any that I had off long enough to lose!

lisarah · 02-21-15, 11:17 PM

in case you can't find one without "that smell!", this might help:

http://blog.gaiam.com/new-mat-eliminate-the-smell/

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02-21-15, 06:36 PM
beyond.omega VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006	Need an inexpensive yoga mat that doesn't stink I used to have a Manduka eKO SuperLite Travel Mat, which folds up so tiny I lost it. I really need a new mat, but every time I've tried to replace it, the mat I get is smelly. I found this Gaiam Yoga Mat on Amazon for $17 which claims to be pthalate free, but does that mean it won't stink? Can someone recommend an inexpensive, non-stinky yoga mat? It doesn't have to be super think or anything. Just something I won't slip on. I really can't spend upwards of $40 for a yoga mat right now, but I really need to get back to my yoga practice... Last edited by beyond.omega; 02-21-15 at 07:46 PM. Reason: changed title to be more specific

02-21-15, 07:23 PM
laurajhawk Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado	Gaiam mats are available at Target, I believe. Can you go to Target, so that you're sure you're getting one that doesn't smell? __________________ - Laura "Don't say 'I can't' ... say 'I presently suck at this thing.'" - Matt Meese, BYU Divine Comedy

02-21-15, 07:24 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	Do you have Ross or TJ Maxx near you? Both usually have yoga mats for around ten dollars or even less. Sherry __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

02-21-15, 07:39 PM
Jo80 Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Somewhere in Ohio	The yoga mats at Five Below are $5. __________________ I really don't think I need buns of steel. I'd be happy with buns of cinnamon. ~Ellen DeGeneres

02-21-15, 07:42 PM
beyond.omega VF Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006	Thanks for the tips y'all. @laurajhawk: That's a good idea. I think I'll stop into a Target when I head into Portland this week. @sherry & jo: The problem with those cheap mats is they stink (unless someone knows of one specifically that doesn't.) Back when I was flush with cash and a job, I went through two cheapie mats trying to save money that ended up stinking. Then I got my beloved but long lost Manduka.

02-21-15, 07:50 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	I don't blame you for not wanting a stinky mat! I don't know if this is nationwide, but the Kohl's near me has Gaiam yoga mats. If you have a Kohl's credit card, you could also use one of their coupons. They are very good with returns. I hope you can find something. Sherry __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

02-21-15, 08:59 PM
loulou Join Date: Jun 2004	Not exactly cheap but under $40.00 and a really good non-slip mat without the smell: http://www.amazon.com/Aurorae-Yoga-M...EE&cdSort=best

02-21-15, 09:05 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	I have that Aurorae mat and I really like it. I bought it from Amazon and the company that makes them contacted me through Amazon to make sure I was happy with the mat. It did not smell at all. __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

02-21-15, 11:17 PM
lisarah Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Crabby in Maryland	in case you can't find one without "that smell!", this might help: http://blog.gaiam.com/new-mat-eliminate-the-smell/ __________________ Lisa Do or do not...there is no try. ~Yoda Think lightly of yourself and deeply of the world. ~Miyamoto Musashi Group Fitness Instructor BS in Kinesiology