How does this towel compare to regular towels? What is it made out of and does it fold into a smaller size than a standard towel would?
909490
The towel folds into something reasonable. If you want to know if its bulky, it's not. They are made out of a polyester and nylon blend. I love it. My mat is not drenched underneath maybe damp. I have tried a few brands and I like it the best so far
909491
It's an awesome towel that absorbs moisture without making the towel a big, soggy mess. It microfiber and I assure you that you won't be disappointed with your purchase. I love the towel.
909492
Microfiber and much lighter than normal towels. Wash up well and fold down very tight! These are great towels!
909493
I have never purchased another yoga towel, this is my first one. However, it feels like other quick dry towels I've used in the past. This particular towel is 80% polyester; 20% nylon.
252677
I bought the large and it is about the size of a bath towel but not a bath sheet which is a SUPER SIZED bath towel. It is soft and very absorbent but is thinner than a normal bath towel. It will keep you covered. It would be good for the beach but probably not big enough to lay on.
1358920
We own two and love them both. I you hang the towel as it is shown (thirds) it hangs fine. To warm a towel for just your use, fold it in half and weave one layer though a few bars. In the winter this is better, in the warm month as pictured is fine when you might not want a really warm towel.
2165751
I find that Viva towels do not all feel the same. Some feel stiffer, some feel softer, but they all absorb grease and oil extremely well, which is why I buy them. It doesn't seem to vary due to roll size or style. The standard rolls, giant rolls and chose-a-size should not be different from each other. I have never purchased the choose-a-size in Viva, only Bounty.
1753159
It takes a little trial and error but they all do fit. We use better towels which are larger and thicker than normal but with proper folding they work fine. I haven't done it myself but my lady makes it happen. I think she folds them in thirds lengthwise and then folds them several times the other direction buy I'm not sure. Hope this helps.
1137589
These towels, like you said, are lighter, thinner, dry faster, and are made from a more durable synthetic fiber. I used mine while backpacking around a dry, hot region (middle east) and found myself often using it by putting it under my hat to cover my face neck and shoulders, it saved my skin countless times, and packs very tightly. So why not replace every towel in your house? The suede is an...awkward feel against your skin. Not bad by any means, but different, it feels as though water isn't being absorbed as quickly/in the same way as say a typical towel does. Furthermore a typical towel honestly feels more 'comfortable' for whatever reason, and i'd imagine is cheaper as well. Mine didn't have the advertised anti bacterial technology, but I'd assume that is something that wash off/ wear off after a while.
233929
It uses pre-folded towels, like what you would use in a restaurant bathroom. They're cheap and easily available at Costco and Cash and Carry. I personally don't think the opening for the towels is large enough to accommodate a regular roll of paper towels.
1619829
I have only tried the Turkish Peshtemal towel. I haven't regretted this purchase one bit. I take my towel with me whenever I travel to the beach or camping. I'm thinking of buying more of the same. Good luck in your decision making.
1992494
It's not a towel. It doesn't absorb. It's more of a scrub cloth. Think of a flexible loofa. Great for lifting dead skin.
160261
The size towel I have is XXL. At about 2805 square inches (71x 39.5) my scale says it weighs about 18 oz (or about 520 grams). If the unit weight of the fabric (by area) is the same for each size towel then the 31 x 59 size should weigh something just under 12 oz (or about 340 grams).
264871
This primarily a towel. It can also be used as a wrap/shawl, tablecloth, etc. The more these towels are washed the softer they get.
2165752
Yes they do have different softness. The chose-a-size is different. I had to buy the chose-a-size because that's all they had, and even my husband said something about them. We use them for everything from blowing your nose to cleaning up messes. I have bought Viva for 20+ years and I thought they had changed them until I realized they were two different towels.
989336
The towel is the size of a normal beach towel. It is also very soft to the touch.
815945
Hi CalCoxie, I find that the towel takes a while to dry, because it's so thick and made of good quality, it dries your body very fast better than an average towel would.
307524
sort of ... it doesn't fold like a towel but is flexible enough. truth is, it fits in a microwave without folding.
1703455
I would agree with the others: it's more substantial than the typical microfiber dust cloth but it's still smooth and soft on the skin. It doesn't feel rough or thick like a typical "towel". Don't put in dryer, hang to dry.
1696657
There are different sizes of towels. The mat towel is Lon enough to cover your entire yoga mat. The smaller towel is perfect for wiping sweat and is a little leger than a kitchen hand towel. I have both sizes and find them equally useful.