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McNett MicroNet Microfiber Towel
TESTER INFORMATION
I've been backpacking for over 30 years, doing solo and group trips, with and without kids. I do day trips, weekenders and week long trips throughout the year. I backpack in all climates and seasons, from summer desert trips to Spring/Winter camping in Michigan and Canada to tropical backpacking in the Philippines and rely on my backpacking equipment constantly. I tent, car and RV camp. I prefer to go as light as possible and am always trying new items. Quality and reliability of items I carry, are paramount to me over price. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Manufacturer: McNett The MicroNet Ultra-Compact Microfiber Towel (Military Style), size large (henceforth referred to as the towel) is a very lightweight, compact, fast drying, multipurpose towel. It is made of 100% advanced microfiber polyester weave that is very absorbent. The material is extremely soft to the touch yet is strong and well made. The towel's edges are sewn to reduce fraying. A nylon hang loop strap has been sewn on one corner. It has a plastic snap closure which when closed, leaves a loop approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm) in diameter. The towel comes with a case that is designed as as storage case for the towel and as a shower accessory that can be used to store personal hygiene items. The case has a hanging loop with a snap as well as two mesh pockets, to allow the contents to dry more efficiently while stored. I do not carry the case when backpacking, due to its size and weight. I prefer to only pack the lightweight towel then. McNett suggests that the towel can be machine or hand washed in cold water with like colors and to not use bleach or fabric softener. The towel can either hang to dry or be machine dried with low heat. Following these instructions and after numerous cleanings, I have both machine washed and dried the towel and also hand washed and hung to dry the towel. I have experienced good results with each method and have not seen any evidence of color bleeding or material shrinkage. My towel still looks and performs as new. McNett claims that the towel holds 5 times its weight in water. Although I have soaked the towel in water and wrung it out many times, I have not attempted to verify this claim. FIELD USE
OBSERVATIONS
I am by all descriptions, a gear nut. I like gadgets and try almost everything that comes out when I'm able. I was looking for a smaller and more packable towel, but also one that would cover me so when I walked back and forth from the showers, I wouldn't show off my less-tanned areas. The new military has gone co-ed in combat oriented units after all and I didn't want the opposite sex to run away in shock! I found mine at a military store (PX) and gave it a try. This towel can also be found online too, just check the manufacturer's website for retailer options. SUMMARY I have found the towel to be well made and of durable material. I like its large size and convenient accessory pouch and pack-ability. With all of the other uses that I have found for the towel, it will continue to be a permanent part of my gear as it has worked well in every circumstance. THINGS I LIKE
The size of the towel which actually covers me when needed. THINGS I DON'T LIKE
I have not found anything about this towel that I don't like. SIGNATURE Mike Mosack www.michaelmosack.com This report was created with the BackpackGearTest.org Report Writer Version 1. Copyright 2009. All rights reserved.Read more reviews of McNett Corporation gear Read more gear reviews by Michael Mosack Reviews > Personal Hygiene > Towels > McNett MicroNet Military-style Towel > Owner Review by Michael Mosack |