I've never used or seen one of these before but the look like a great item to lighten your load. Don't think they would sub in for a pillow though.
These are the comments listed first.
"Everyone should carry them in their 10-essentials kit, and I'm preaching to the world! As a member of the Alpine Rescue Team and an avid outdoor person, there's an appreciation for a light, compact tool that serves multiple purposes."
"These are just what the outdoor athlete on the go needs."
"I have been using the Lightload Towel and have found it to be very absorbent and user-friendly. I highly recommend it to anyone who backpacks or does any activities that require a Lightload."
Ummmmm, looking for the words here. Okay, found em...
Why in the blue blazes would I want to carry a beach towel on trail? My MSR Packtowel also can fit in my pocket, is highly absorbent, blah blah blah...
Another question is how much does this thing weigh when wet?
I've never used or seen one of these before but the look like a great item to lighten your load.
There are just as effective(and much smaller) options out there. Granted the MSR Packtowel might be smaller but if ya wring it out it does the same job if used to dry one's self off.
Don't think they would sub in for a pillow though.
I would much rather use my stuff sack with my clothing in it.
These are the comments listed first.
"Everyone should carry them in their 10-essentials kit, and I'm preaching to the world! As a member of the Alpine Rescue Team and an avid outdoor person, there's an appreciation for a light, compact tool that serves multiple purposes."
Uh-huh...
Let me follow that up with:
Gotta love endorsements...
"These are just what the outdoor athlete on the go needs."
I personally think I need cat hole insurance after the last video....
"I have been using the Lightload Towel and have found it to be very absorbent and user-friendly. I highly recommend it to anyone who backpacks or does any activities that require a Lightload."
I wonder just how light 36"x60" of absorbent fabric actually is after it has absorbed moisture.
Geez Rick...it's not like you couldn't cut it down to the size you want...and then get a dozen (or two dozen...) MSR-sized towels for the price of one.
Geez Rick...it's not like you couldn't cut it down to the size you want...and then get a dozen (or two dozen...) MSR-sized towels for the price of one.
That is way too much work. Kinda like utilizing a potable water source. ;)
But points for spirit and a funny video!
I am having a blast with Billy Mays videos today. Don't ask. :p
I am having a blast with Billy Mays videos today. Don't ask. :p
Just having a bit o' fun.
I'm just glad somebody else here is keen to the youtube poop videos...
So, then, jump on that lightload towel deal if you need enough towel material to make a tarp shelter, and go search "youtube poop" if you like ridiculous, non-sequitur-style humor...
I just bought one at EMS for $8.00, so this is a good deal.
I have been using these backpacking. Very light, dries quickly, machine washable and can get many, many uses out of one. Eventually, it will start to tear, but it will still do the job.
My last one made it through the washing machine about 5 times, but came out ripped the last time. Now it's in the household rag pile, having another purpose. A lot of uses for $6 - $8.
My last one made it through the washing machine about 5 times, but came out ripped the last time. Now it's in the household rag pile, having another purpose. A lot of uses for $6 - $8.
I have a problem here. For $6-$8 you can wash them around 5 times and they are pretty much a rag pile?
That isn't saying much if you hike alot and would be using them often other than you must replace them quite a bit.
My last one made it through the washing machine about 5 times, but came out ripped the last time. Now it's in the household rag pile, having another purpose. A lot of uses for $6 - $8.
I have a problem here. For $6-$8 you can wash them around 5 times and they are pretty much a rag pile?
That isn't saying much if you hike alot and would be using them often other than you must replace them quite a bit.
I have had both for quite some time and they have been used extensively/washed many times(alot more than 5 times.)
Probably close to triple maybe even quadruple the 5 time life span you state above...
So with the being said are they really a "deal?"
I have had t-shirts that I bought at the Dollar Store for a buck that last longer than that.
Just saying.
I see your point, but it's also about the use of it. I only really used it/washed it after swimming in a lake or a backcountry shower, even used it to lay out on (summer use). I have a Pack Towel that is smaller and for more general use. Drying my entire body with the Lightload is much better than a pack towel half the size. Besides, I find the MSR (of the same size) to be bulkier, and does not dry as quick.
Keep in mind that just because the towel ripped did not make it useless as a backcountry towel. I could have kept using it, but, one was there in the store and I didn't mind spending $8 on it. Descent rags can cost $ as well. I know I always need them around the house, garage, the shack, truck, etc. So you can still get your moneys worth, if you have the need and it works for you. Cut up, the Lightload can make many useful rags.
I also got one for my dog thats occasionally with me. I think it will work great with her as well (she can't resist a swamp, mud, water, etc).
I guess I'll see how long this new one lasts. Maybe hand washing or something different might make it not rip as quickly. Time will tell but I'm happy with them.
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