are they absorbant??or do you still feel wet after use??
88437
The towels are extremely absorbant despite the very tight weave. These are the best towels I have ever bought, anywhere, and I am 76 years old, so I have bought a few towels in my life. They DO take a little longer to dry than less tightly woven towels, but in my opinion, it is well worth the weight to have towels that are so cheaply made you can almost see through them! I bought these when the NOT inexpensive set of towels I purchased from JC Penney were so sleazy I returned them with a letter about exactly what I think of the poor quality of their merchandise in the past several years. One used to be able to count on JCP for quality merchandise, but sadly, this is no longer true. I was delighted to find the Pinzon towels. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that they are NOT made in China...... :)
88438
I have found them to be very absorbent. They are very cushy and really soak up water. Also, btw, using less fabric softener (I use half a sheet instead of a whole sheet) can make towels more absorbent.
543933
No, I haven't hung damp clothes on them, and for the same reason you ask the question. I'd love to see a definitive answer here.
1035242
They are actually waterproof. I am not sure why the description says waterproof effect.
701879
No, they just continue to look like new and are extremely absorbent! I'm so glad I purchased these!
1132199
You can't tell if they have absorbed all the water they can by feeling them. In fact there is no way to know when these are full. Once in awhile, put them in an oven set at 110 -130 Deg F for an hour or two. I use them along with a little bit larger metal pack that has a small window with a material in it that changes color when it gets wet. Then I pull them all out and dry them at the same time. Unless the container is really moisture tight, they don't last near as long between recharges as you might think. The larger the container the more you need and it may take more than you think to last very long too. You can't tell if they have absorbed all the water they can by feeling them. In fact there is no way to know when these are full. Once in awhile, put them in an oven set at 110 -130 Deg F for an hour or two. I use them along with a little bit larger metal pack that has a small window with a material in it that changes color when it gets wet. Then I pull them all out and dry them at the same time. Unless the container is really moisture tight, they don't last near as long between recharges as you might think. The larger the container the more you need and it may take more than you think to... » Read More You can't tell if they have absorbed all the water they can by feeling them. In fact there is no way to know when these are full. Once in awhile, put them in an oven set at 110 -130 Deg F for an hour or two. I use them along with a little bit larger metal pack that has a small window with a material in it that changes color when it gets wet. Then I pull them all out and dry them at the same time. Unless the container is really moisture tight, they don't last near as long between recharges as you might think. The larger the container the more you need and it may take more than you think to last very long too. « Show Less
79051
they are not waterproof but the moisture doesn't soak through quickly if subjected to some water. i haven't submerged them in anything so i can't speak to that..
2049979
They are wet. The reason why these are really good is that there are no harsh chemicals. So no irritants.
378484
No they aren't very "wet" if that makes sense. However I have used them constantly and they have never run out.
2050302
No they don't. I use them as puppy pads, and they are so much more absorbent than the others I've tried.
1761984
I found them to be fine after washing. I washed them with a regular load of laundry (front load) with the same methods and detergents regularly used. Nothing feels as good as when you first get them, but I was definitely satisfied with the product following the washing. Good Luck. Leon
882188
they stay moist for quite a long time. i just opened my second box and haven't had any issues. i think i've found maybe 1-2 duds but besides that im never concerned of them being dry.
1330226
They do become more absorbent once you wash and dry them in machines, however, I do think you can just hose them down as you suggested. They just won't be as absorbent.
461485
My feet hardly sweat at all, so I'm guessing they might make yours sweat a lot. They aren't wool, but they're absorbent. I'm not sure that helps.
894265
I'm about 99% sure they're microfiber. They definitely aren't terry cloth or just plain old cotton. Whatever they are, they absorb very well.
1355251
They seem to be. I only wear them in the gym and I get pretty sweaty. Of course, I can't vouch for what your experience will be.
515654
Yes, I've been using them for about 7 years, they are always wet. Even when I get them at my local store.
630470
There really is not a lot of absorbent material on the sides of these, there is a sufficient amount of material in the front, back, and area between legs for heavy bladder leaks, but probably NOT enough for sleeping on your side, they are good for active people, walking and normal movement, or for wheelchair bound people as long as they are in sitting position, or laying on their back. Hope this helps.