REI Co-op Multi Towel Lite
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A logical choice for hikers and travelers who like to pack light, the soft and absorbent REI Co-op Multi Towel Lite has an extra low profile, allowing you to save precious grams in your pack.
Shop newer version- Waffle texture allows the towel to absorb up to 8 times its weight in water, yet wring out almost completely dry
- Soft synthetic fabric is light and compact, taking up very little space in your backpack or bag
- Quick-attach loop makes it easy to hang the towel to dry
- Comes in a small carry pouch
- REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world
- Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria
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View all REI Co-op Camp Towels| Best Use | Camping Travel |
|---|---|
| Material(s) | 85% polyester/15% nylon microfiber |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria From a Climate Label Certified brand |
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Makes packing simple!
This microtowel is incredibly efficient. The medium packs tightly into the size of a teacup. It dries me off well, but that's not saying much because I'm bald. The kicker is that my wife used it when we went camping and she loved it! I take it along with me to college because it makes packing my school supplies and gym clothes easier. Not only does it pack small, it also comes with a handy pack that can attach it to the outside of a backpack. It dries super quickly, but ya gotta remember to take it out of the pack when ya get home. It's incredible how much water these thin suckers can hold
Travel/car camp towel
Lightweight, space saving and dries faster than a regular towel. Granted you have to pay dry because it’s microfiber and “sticks” if you try and slide it across your body. Kids were happy I put it in my backpack when we went to a private beach on Hawaii and realized they didn’t provide beach towels. I rolled it up and used as a pillow while they played in the water. The loop was great for hanging to dry in the hotel bathroom. Check the dimensions before you buy! And XL is your typical size bath towel. I got a L for my kids. Wash and dry with everything else. I try to air dry as much as possible so things last longer but it has gone thru a dryer with no problems.
Folds small, works like it is supposed to
If you're looking for a towel to dry you off and then dry quickly, this one does that. It is small and light so it's great for traveling when size and weight is a factor. I use it as my "functional" towel on my motorcycle adventure trips when I have limited space to carry all my gear in the bags. That said, it is not like your luxury bath towel at home! If space and weight are not a problem take your regular towel, it feels so much more substantial than the Multi Towel Lite. I rated it 5-Stars because it is a very lightweight utilitarian towel to dry you off when you go for a swim or take a shower out in the wild. The material seems very sturdy yet is soft on your skin
Absorbent but took on smell
Definitely absorbs a lot more than you expect. Feels slightly odd on the body but for what it does, totally down for that. I forget what I did, probably left the towel waddled up for over a day so it didn't get to dry out fully. Despite the claim that the towel is antimicrobial and doesn't smell, I haven't been able to get this smell out. It's barely noticeable when dry, only in one spot, but when it gets wet, it is no good. I will try some baking soda/vinegar options soon, but regular detergent doesn't do the trick. Hopefully it can recover!
Essential
I travel full-time for work, regionally and internationally. This towel is the first thing I always pack. It's a great towel, but in true Douglas Adams fashion, I use it for just about everything: spills, sweat, sun protection, creating shade, covering items in my car, meditation blanket, pillow on tranes, the list goes on. It's super easy to clean, and dries quickly. It's light and compact. It's not fancy but it gets the job done in a big way. I've been using it for about 4 years and it's still in fantastic condition. Would 100% recommend.
Consider your sizing!
I love these towels, they dry quickly and make great travel or gym towels. My ONLY warning is to check the sizing on your towel! I didn't check measurements (my bad!) but I assumed a large would be standard shower towel size and instead it ended up being like shammy size - maybe big enough to dry off but not able to wrap it around yourself in a locker room. If you're looking for coverage when getting changed at the gym or something to sit on at the beach, definitely for the the XL!
Works pretty well
I got the medium size to save weight. I was a little concerned that it wouldn't do a sufficient job, but it actually did alright, and dried reasonably quick. The medium size is quite small, though, so in retrospect I might have bought the large size and then cut it down to what I would have preferred the medium to be.
Super absorbent, easy to pack
These towels absorb like crazy, and dry easily. We used them both for shower duty, and to mop out the entryways to our tents on our recent four-day trip after a surprise thunderstorm and a teenager who didn't pay attention and dumped a tarp full of water into everybody's front door. Couldn't be any happier with the towel, aside from a general dislike of the feeling of microfiber, which for the utility is a small price to pay.
Amazing and best towel ever
This towel is an amazing item to always have around. Definitely worth the price. It's compact and light weight. Folds easily. I took it on a road trip and have not regretted any moment of it. Also bought it on sale which made this purchase even better. Can't say enough great things about this towel.
Great product
Great product. I use it as a dry off towel. Gets me dry super fast, and it drys it’s self super fast.