4Monster Camping Towel Microfiber, Fast Drying Travel Towel, Green, XS

I'll be honest, I was skeptical. It's a towel. How good could it really be? But after one use I went back and ordered three more. This thing absorbs water so fast it's almost unsettling. I used it after a shower and was completely dry in half the time of a regular cotton towel. It's also way lighter and thinner than it looks in photos — packs down to almost nothing, which is perfect for the gym, travel, or camping. I've been taking it to the pool every week for about four months now and it still looks and feels brand new. Washes easily, dries in like 20 minutes on a towel rail, and zero musty smell even when I've left it slightly damp in my bag overnight (we've all been there). The size is generous too — I was worried it'd be one of those “large” towels that barely covers your shoulders, but it's genuinely big enough to wrap around properly. Minor gripes: If you have long hair it's not quite as good as a dedicated hair towel — still works fine, just takes a bit longer. Also the loop for hanging is stitched on a little lightly; I'd reinforce it if you plan to hang it daily. Bottom line: Cheap, compact, dries fast, lasts long. I don't know why anyone buys regular cotton