October 1, 2004
Shopping List: Yoga Gear
Back in the studio after a long summer at the beach? Here's the latest gear to renew your practice

LOOSEN UP Forget those black tights—with a drawstring waist, side slits and a cotton-nylon-spandex blend for breathability, Be Present's loose-style Mobility Pants are designed for yoga action. Colors include red, green and eggplant. $63. www.bepresent.net

STOW AWAY IN STYLE Timbuk2's yoga bag features an external roll flap to secure your mat, a water bottle pocket and ample compartments for clothes and shoes. It's made of tough ballistic nylon. $100. www.timbuk2.com

STEP SOFTLY The Nidra shoe is part of Nuala's yoga-inspired lifestyle collection—perfect for slipping on after class. Perforated leather and a cushy leather-and-tatami-mat foot bed provide ventilation and support. $165. www.nuala.puma.com

BIG STRETCH The handcrafted hardwood Whale Back Bench supports your weight while stretching and elongating the spine. $375. www.greenfeet.com

CARD CARRYING YOGINI If you can't make it to class, this instructional program created by Cyndi Lee, founder of the Om Yoga Center, has two CD's, a set of flash cards, a yoga belt, tea candle and incense with holder for a session on the go. $29.95. www.omyoga.com

TOPPING IT OFF The men's long-sleeved Zambezi by prAna is designed for layering—made of a quick-drying polyester that stretches for freedom of movement. $40. www.prana.com

SOME LIKE IT HOT The Tola Mat from Hugger-Mugger is the first the company has offered designed especially for hot-style yoga, with a plush, low-pile, absorbent construction. It's also machine washable and comes in iris and tangerine. $64.95. www.huggermugger.com