Instruction: Analyze a question and its supporting document. Predicting answerability based on the information provided in the document. Output yes if the document contains relevant information to answer the question, otherwise output no.

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Question: What's the difference between the eKO Lite and the PRO Lite? (Besides price and 1/16" in thickness?)
Document: they are very sturdy and resilient and will last a long time, so your yoga mats will not end up littering the environment over time. between the two manduka mats, i favor this one because it is much easier to transport and store and i do not notice any loss of comfort from the slight difference in thickness (3/16" instead of 1/4").
I now keep the PRO at home and use the PRO Lite at the gym, of the two; I like the PRO Lite the best.
I have been using the Manduka PRO for yrs and wanted the light weight version. I so wanted to love the Pro-lite but 4 months later it still stinks and is super slippery (and I hardly sweat). My hands slip in the very first down dog of my practice. I would not recommend this mat until the manufacturer resolves these issues. I can smell the chemicals even through my yogitoe (and I have washed it several times and left it in my patio for days to air out).
I did a TON of research on Manduka mats before ultimately deciding on and purchasing this one. I knew by name that Manduka was the best, but I also knew shelling out $50+ on an item I could buy at Target for $15 was certainly something I has to justify. Bottom line, I'm super happy I did.The mat is pretty heavy, but not so bad that it's hard to transport, the original PRO mat likely feels like a tank compared to this lite one.
I have a Manduka Black PRO at home that I use at my yoga studio and sometimes at home to stretch. It is the best yoga mat I've ever used, but extremely heavy and I have never wanted to take it on vacation, so have always used a cheap one that I bought from a big box store to cart around with me on my travels.I bought the PROlite for travel, after numerous hours of research and reading reviews.CONS:1.
***Update***3/1/09Sierra at Manduka just received my returned mat. She stated that I did indeed wear the film off, but the texture of both sides of my mat were unlike the norm. She offered to send me another ProLite which would be the correct texture, but I decided to go with the eKo as I heard great things about it. I will say that Mankuka's customer service is the best I've experienced.
I researched long and hard before I invested in a yoga mat. For quality mats, my choice came down between the Manduka PROlite v. the Jade Harmony. Both are 3/16 thick and weigh about the same (Jade is heavier by 1/2 lbs). I ended up buying the Manduka Prolite Amore because it was cheaper, closed-cell (less bacteria, easier to clean), and has a lifetime guarantee (for the amount of money, I want a mat that lasts)!
I recently purchased this mat, (as well as the manduka mat bag), based on recommendations from various people at my yoga studio. Truthfully, I couldn't be happier with my choice. The mat feels solid during my practice, at the same time my knees and hips can feel the benefits of the extra padding. I was a little concerned that 3/8&quot; inch thickness wouldn't provide enough cushioning, and that I should look for a mat 1/4&quot; thick.
I previously had an ordinary yoga mat that I'd purchased in a sporting goods store. Though most are described the same with 1/4 thickness, this one is totally different, it's more dense. I have hardwood floors and the other mat just wasn't cutting it. My knees and my back would take a beating, as though I was exercising directly on the floor. Not much cushion whatsoever. But with the Manduka PROlite Yoga Mat, I don't feel a thing. It delivers exactly what it advertises.
Initially it did have a plastic smell but that faded quickly. The new mat needs to be scrubbed before you use it. I used vinegar and water and scrubbed with an old towel. Two times Seemed to do the trick. The thickness is good cushion but does make the mat heavier ( I only carry it to and from the car so that doesn't bother me). I researched prices and amazon seemed to offer the best price.Stop using those thin exercise mats and spend the money on a good mat.
Answer: yes