Did you check the GelPro Salon page? Over there, I noticed that they have 'Shampoo Station' mats in a lot of colors, including a couple of 'rattlesnake' ones. The mats are
20 x 32 for $119.95. That would be one way to get the mat you want for a few less $$.

We found a GelPro at Costco for under $80 - not sure how they compare to GellyMat

Wonder if they are making them as a lessor price point line offering? I've seen the original gel mats at BB&B and using the 20% coupon you get in the mail or some magazines, you can get the original gel pro mat at the gelly mat price.

Ci_lantro...yes, I did, but no "Macadamia" in the salon/shampoo mats either :-(

The salon/shampoo mats appear to be the same as the GellyMats, at least based on the "Features" page.

KitchenRedo88...I've checked at BJ's & Costco and they never seem to have them in when I'm there!

Puppeez...I've been to BB&B and they have the same ones at the stores as they have online.

My issue is my DH. He was totally against paying so much $$$ for a mat until he saw the Rattlesnake/Macadamia...it blends into our floor so it's almost invisible. He's now willing to consider it only if we get that pattern/color...but he wants me to find it less expensive! I haven't shown him the GellyMats yet; I wanted to "talk" to all of you first about it. I suspect he's still going to balk at any other color regardless of price, but if the mats are worth it I might try anyway. Part of the problem is that we now want two...I've been lobbying for the 20"x72" for the Prep & Cooking Zone side of the kitchen but now my DH also wants one for in front of the sink on the Cleanup Zone side ("his" side!)...but just the 20"x36"...so we're now talking about two!!

Just got the reply from the GelPro folks and, as I suspected, the GellyMats (and, I assume, GelPro Salon & Shampoo mats) have half the gel of the GelPro mats. Here's what the email said:
Thank you for your interest and inquiry in our GelPro mats and GellyMats!

Both mats are approximately 1/2 inch thick and are made of a synthetic leather top fabric and non-slip vinyl bottom with an anti-microbial additive. The difference between the two types of mats is that the GelPro mat has a solid gel core, and is available in a wide variety of fabrics, sizes, and colors. The Gellymat has a 1/4 inch of foam below the 1/4 inch of gel, and, at this time, is only available in one size, 4 colors and one fabric style.

The mats are proudly manufactured in the USA and are available online at www.gelpro.com or by calling 1-866-GEL MATS (435-6287) at any time.

Mine will be two years this month and they are awesome. I am talking about GelPro mats. Not sure where Gelly is made, but getting something well made and made in the US means a lot to moi :-)

I have also been pricing the Gel Pro products. My feet have become very much a problem (plantar fasciatis besides old bad back, etc. etc. etc.) and now I need the padding more than ever. I am waiting for the "rag rug" pattern but I don't think it's coming any time soon. I'm interested in the new wicker pattern in oyster gray. Appears to be a little cheaper, at least for the present.

{{!gwi}}

There is a Gel Pro coupon out there, useable on website but I think it requires a minimum purchase. Get out your wallet and give up beer for a few months. Or more...sigh.

Here is a link that might be useful: GelPro

Thanks everyone! I think I'm going to wait for another sale. There was a 15% off one, but I was hoping for 20% or 25%. I looked for a coupon, but there don't seem to be any valid ones out thing out there . [There is "free shipping", but it's not really worth it as the shipping cost is minuscule compared to the overall cost of two mats!]

Rattlesnake/Macadamia:
20"x36" is $149.95
20"x72" is $299.95
(Subtotal is $449.90)
Shipping is $29.90
Total is $479.80!

(*sigh* I'm tired...now I'm putting extra words in sentences!)

I have Gel Pro Mats on the way--they have a BOGO deal where you get a free "door mat" sized gel pro free when you buy any other. Many of the colors/patterns not available at BJ's/Costco are on sale on the Gel Pro web site (though still more expensive than the club mats). My neighbor bought the Costco mats, so I'll give an honest comparison when mine arrive. My in-laws have Gel Pro, and comparing the two right now, the cheaper ones seem a little more "plastic" when you walk on them--though the comfortable support is there, which is what most people buy them for. More soon...