Fibers made using microfiber.technology.produce fibers.

So what does that mean? It means that microfibers are two times finer than silk, three times finer than cotton, eight times finer than wool, and one hundred times finer than a human hair.  The best way to understand microfiber is to look at a cross section of the fiber itself. In the diagram below it shows how the fiber is sliced into wedges (polyester) and attached to spokes (polyamide). Splitting the fiber ends further increases the surface area thus making it even more absorbent. Polyester wedges have the ability to scrape away microscopic bits of dirt while the polyamide spokes create a wicking action that pulls liquid into the fiber.

About Microfiber

Microfiber is the terminology used to describe ultra-fine manufactured fiber. Fibers made using microfiber technology, produce fibers which weigh less than 0.1 denier.  So what does that mean? It means that microfibers are two times finer than silk, three times finer than cotton, eight times finer than wool, and one hundred times finer than a human hair.  The best way to understand microfiber is to look at a cross section of the fiber itself. In the diagram below it shows how the fiber is sliced into wedges (polyester) and attached to spokes (polyamide). Splitting the fiber ends further increases the surface area thus making it even more absorbent. Polyester wedges have the ability to scrape away microscopic bits of dirt while the polyamide spokes create a wicking action that pulls liquid into the fiber.

The ratio of the polyester and polyamide blend is important. The higher the content of polyamide the better the absorption. 80% polyester and 20% polyamide is typical. 100% polyester will not absorb water. When woven into cloth it has a soft feel, like cashmere or silk.

Caring For you Garment

Congratulations on purchasing your very own Hood Guise changing towel. We hope that you will get many years of use
and enjoyment from your towel.
To ensure that your towel lasts for many years here are a few useful guidelines on caring it.

  • Wash at 30 degrees or below. Cold wash best
  • Liquid detergents are preferable
  • Wash dark colours separately
  • Tumble dry on low
  •  Do not bleach
  •  Do not dry clean
  • Do not use fabric softener. Softener will clog the fiber ends thus reducing is ability to absorb water.
  •  AVOID CONTACT WITH GRASS

No one garment is suitable for every occasion. But our towels are so fabulous that everything is attracted to them,
especially grass and twigs.
By definition ‘micro’ means very small. Microfiber towels have hundreds of extremely small fibers. These fibers are also
split on the ends, which increases the surface area, allowing them to absorb water very well. However, this also creates
a ‘velcro’ effect. You can feel how the fibers ‘grab’ the imperfections on your hands (but not on your body) and it’s
particularly noticeable on grass.
After a few washes the ends of the fibers begin to flatten, lessoning this ‘velcro’ effect.

In the event of excess contact with grass

  •  shake the towel well and dust off as much grass as you can with your hand
  •  remove the excess grass with a sticky roller or a fat roll of cellotape rolled back on itself to create a sticky roller.
  • larger bits can be picked off by hand
  •  small amounts of normal grass should wash out after a few washes
  •  Certain seeds from trees or dry twigs that have very rough edges should be avoided entirely. These should be removed before washing or they will get entwined in the fibers.

But most importantly REMEMBER ALL THE POSITIVES 

  • very soft and super absorbent
  •  light weight, durable and low maintenance
  • dries again in a fraction of the time allowing multiple uses during the day
  •  naturally antibacterial (wont smell like a cotton towel)
  •  does not shed lint or make ‘balls’
  •  stays super soft even after washing
  •  offers sun and wind protection
  •  generous sizes and no shrinking

Product Features

Are you tired of carting around a heavy, bulky cotton towel that seems to take forever to dry? Or trying to get dressed while keeping a towel tied around your waist? This fashionable hooded towel is the solution you’ve been waiting for! Soft, light weight and super absorbent it is your own private mobile changing room for any and all water sports or outdoor activity needs. Great for surfing, kiting, swimming, canoeing, boating, camping, caravanning, pools & spas or even just for lounging around in! It offers sun protection, wind protection, warmth, privacy, comfort and, most importantly, affordability! Everything you need in one easy garment.

  • UV Protective
  • Soft and super absorbent
  • Durable and low maintenance
  • Light when wet & quick drying
  • Colourfast, machine washable
  • No pilling or shedding of lint
  • Naturally antibacterial
  • No shrinking
  • Large armholes for easy
    maneuverability
  • Generous sizes
  • Handy pockets for valuables (Sizes L
    and XL only)
  • Various colours and sizes

Size Guide

 

Size Guide S M L XL

For the broader shoulders

 XL

Extra length

 2XL
Length 85 cm 100 cm 113 cm 113 cm 122cm 125 cm
Width 65 cm 73 cm 80 cm 88 cm 88 cm 95 cm
Armhole Opening 23 cm 27 cm 30 cm 33 cm 33 cm 33 cm
Pockets NO NO YES YES YES YES
Grade Gr N – 3 Gr 2 – 7 Gr 5 + Gr 9 + 6ft plus 6ft 2” plus
Age 4 – 9 yrs 8 – 13 yrs 11 + yrs 15 + yrs 15 + yrs 110 kg +
Height 110 cm + 135 cm + 155 cm + 165 cm + 182 cm + 188 cm +
Price R 225 R 270 R 330 R360 R 360 R 400