Have you ever heard hikers talk about ‘the extra 10%’? When it comes to pack weight, the rule of thumb is to keep 10% extra room in your pack for a few little luxury items; be it a bottle of wine, a pillow, or that extra pair of socks. For me, the extra 10% is reserved for a hiking towel. 

There’s nothing better than laying on a towel and basking in the sun after a wild swim on a hot summer hike, or the simple comfort of drying your hair inside the tent after a long day walking in the rain. 

Sea to Summit understands the importance of a humble towel, and these are their lightest and most compact on offer – their Airlite Towel can be thrown into your pack without worrying about the extra weight! With so many sizes and colour options, it’s easy to find the right lightweight towel for any adventure.

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