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| YogiToes | PadaPath | |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric: | 80% Polyester 20% Nylon |
100% Hemp |
| Traction: | Silicone Bumps | Bumpy Natural Fiber Weave |
| Hanger Loops: | None. | Yes. Hang dry in your closet using any hanger. Also machine dryable. |
| Tail Ties: | None. | Yes. Tie your mat + towel rolled together for easy packing to and from class. |
| Dimensions: | 68"x24" | 70"x24" |
Hemp's Advantages as a Performance Textile
Hemp fiber is one of the strongest and most durable of all natural textile fibers. Products made from hemp will outlast their competition by many years. Not only is hemp strong, but it also holds its shape, stretching less than any other natural fiber. This prevents hemp from stretching out or becoming distorted with use.
Due to the porous nature of the fiber, hemp is more water absorbent, and will dye and retain its color better than any fabric including cotton. This porous nature allows hemp to "breathe," so that it is cool in warm weather. Furthermore, air which is trapped in the fibers is warmed by the body, making hemp garments naturally warm in cooler weather.
Hemp may be known for its durability, but its comfort is second to none. The more hemp is used, the softer it gets. Hemp doesn't wear out, it wears in. Hemp is also naturally resistant to mold and ultraviolet light. All these characteristics combine to make an unparalleled naturally nonslip yoga towel that will gain character with your practice and be with your for years to come.
Hemp's Advantages as an Ecologically Sustainable Fiber
Hemp is the perfect practice towel fiber for green yoga. Hemp is an extremely fast growing crop, producing more fiber yield per acre than any other source. Hemp can produce 250% more fiber than cotton and 600% more fiber than flax using the same amount of land.
After harvest, hemp leaves the soil in excellent condition for any succeeding crop, especially when weeds may otherwise be troublesome. Where the ground permits, hemp's strong roots descend for three feet or more. The roots anchor and protect the soil from runoff, building and preserving topsoil and subsoil structures similar to those of forests.
Moreover, hemp does not exhaust the soil. Hemp plants shed their leaves all through the growing season, adding rich organic matter to the topsoil and helping it retain moisture. Farmers have reported excellent hemp growth on land that had been cultivated steadily for nearly 100 years. As a yogi or pilates practitioner you can feel confident that your bringing the honor of your practice to life off the mat as well, by investing in hemp.
