PackTowl UltraLite (size 'hand')

The PackTowl UltraLite in hand size is a compact microfibre towel built from a 70% polyester / 30% nylon blend, weighing just 42.5 g and measuring 42 × 91 cm. That's small enough to disappear in a hip belt pocket or toiletry bag, making it a natural fit for anyone counting grams on a multi-day trip rather than packing a full bath towel. Microfibre construction is what makes ultralight towels work: the fabric absorbs roughly four times its own weight in water and dries around 80% faster than cotton, so it can be wrung out, clipped to a pack, and reused the same day without staying damp overnight. It comes in a few color options, and the fabric stays flexible and quick-drying rather than water-resistant. At hand size, coverage is limited — this suits drying hands, a face, or cookware rather than a full-body dry-off. Anyone wanting more coverage should look at PackTowl's larger sizes; this one is purpose-built for minimal pack weight over maximum surface area.