How is this different than the "Pro Mat" version that is $12 more? They seem to be the same size.
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To be honest I am not sure because I have never tried the Pro Mat but so far I have been really happy with this mat.. Hope this helps :o)
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I believe the pro mat may have the markings on it for measurement. That may be more helpful if you are doing a lot of cakes, and bigger cakes. I'm an amateur at this, and really have had a hard time using this mat. I have never done big enough fondant to make it heavy enough to actually use gravity to have it come off.
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Then again I like the fact the Pro Mat has a grid from what the other girls had mentioned..
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agreed with what mnshopper said re measurement grid, but what is weird is that the pro mat should be 30x30 and the original mat is 22x22'http://sweetwise.com/the-home-mat.html - this is the site that creates these mats. full details should be there.
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Good question! I didn't realize the difference myself until I received my orders. The 60-732-1449 has a very unobtrusive "welcome" message along the bottom border, which I couldn't see in the online photo; the 60-764-1029 does not (can't now remember why I ordered one of each, though). Since the "welcome" wasn't glaring or cheesy, I opted to keep the mat and put it at my front door. I will probably still be ordering one more of these mats (I live in the desert southwest and have lots of entrances), but will order the -1029. I have had these mats for several months now, am still delighted with them, and highly recommend them. Hope this is helpful!
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I asked the Step360 people on Facebook once and here's what they said: "The Step360 Pro, is the professional grade version. The main difference in the two products is that the Pro version is a larger diameter. The larger diameter does allow you do do some more exercises that the smaller (gray and black top) version would not allow. The PRO (all black top) is the one that we would recommend, especially if you will be using the product in a professional setting. Trainers like having the larger diameter which allows them to do more exercises with their clients. However if you are using it in your home, you can use either one. If you are basically following the exercises on the DVD (which are some great workouts) then the regular one will work, but if you plan on adding more creative movments and more dynamic movements to your workouts then you might like the Pro version better for your home too." I also think the Pro version may have a higher weight limit (it's 500 lbs)
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I think they all split eventually. I purchased the ES Robbins Everlife because it appears thicker and sturdier than the others that I have purchased. My mat is installed on deep carpet. I don't know if a mat has been made that will bare a man's weight on plush carpet without flexing and wheel dipping under load. Hopefully this mat will justify the premium price by lasting much longer.
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The only thing I can suggest is to check the weight and dimensions of the two and see. If they're the same, I'd say it's just the sort of price difference I notice in some products in Amazon that I can't explain... and I buy the cheaper. If different, it's likely in thickness, layers or length/width.
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I would hope you would get the actual mat. I used mine for a treadmill and it is a wonderful mat. I have not had any trouble out of mine and I would order it again.
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I got the 14 x 23" size. I believe there was a larger one also, but this one is just right for me and it's the best mat I've ever had.
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No, I think I received the lower quality version, sent it back for exchange and again received the same style mat. However, the "lower quality" version which I apparently have (doesn't have cutouts for the d-rings) is actually a really nice mat; very heavy duty rubber. I have had it for two years, no problems.
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I don't know what other mat you're referring to. I ordered this mat & it works perfectly for my treadmill.
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Yes, all mats shipping from Amazon are the Pro version. The reviews saying it's not the Pro Version are also referring to a discontinued version of the mat. The Pro Version no longer has cutouts in the foam back. It still has a foam backer and has a stronger magnet then the old "standard" version of the mat that used to ship.
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Honestly, I can't say what the differences are as this is the only mat of this type that I have used. I have been well pleased with my Kona mat though!
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As I recall, it's both. The pro has a slightly bigger mat and the max user weight is a little more. I have the 350 and have no complaints at all.
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ill measure mines tomorrow. pretty big. i still havent found a bag to fit it. i purchased one for $12 but it only fits a mat thats 1/4" thick. and this one is double that size.
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The info presented is a little confusing. It shows a picture of the "Everlife Series" mat and the price for the "Performance Series" mat. The Amazon product description for the "Performance Series" matches the alternative that you cite at 53 x 45 x .2 inches and lists for $98.20.
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I ordered the pro because I'm using it for my personal training studio. Usually with products, price increase and 1 step up from the original should be considered as a better product. Diameter, sturdiness and material make the difference.
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He 12x24 mat is better for the fabric I've read but with this one I've never used it with fabric
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I have the Black Pro and this one. I wish I bought the Lite first... almost same cushioning but a lot lighter. It does not bunch. Best mat IMO.