Premium Chamois Cloth for Car Drying - 26”x17” - Super Absorbent Reusable Shammy Towel for Car + Storage Tube - Scratch-Free Car Drying Shammy

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Although the shammy is more commonly associated with divers, with its fast-drying construction (usually a poly-synthetic material), the shammy is also very popular among swimmers. Unlike your regular cotton or microfiber swim towel, the shammy is very small; not much larger than a hand towel. The original shammy was made from the skin of the chamois: A goat-like animal traditionally found in Europe and western Asia. In the 1970s, Japan produced a chamois made of a poly-synthetic material. The modern shammy (or aqua-towel) is made of this material. There are four primary materials that camping towels are made from, including microfiber, cotton, bamboo, and linen.

y also comes in double the width, at 26”x17.” Although the shammy is larger than your usual, it is still far smaller than a regular cotton swim towel. The brand has a line of bright travel towels inspired by National Parks that change the meaning of being one with nature. The four designs depict scenes from the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Joshua Tree, and the Smoky Mountains (we don't think it's too spot on to bring on a trip there, don't worry), They come in a comparatively extra-large size (72 x 30 inches), so it might be too big for those who are really eyeing every square inch. It's made with GRS-certified post-consumer recycled plastic, which makes the towel durable and sand-resistant.Small, durable, and awesome at sponging water, shammy’s are an essential piece of gear for every swimmer’s gear bag. When home, pop the dirty dog towel into your washing machine and wash on a delicate cycle, using a gentle laundry detergent. Washing on vigorous cycle or using harsh washing powder can damage the microfibers. Also avoid using fabric softeners. While most pooches enjoy bath time - or swimming as well as running through ponds and puddles for the matter – when wet they can’t seem to resist the urge to rub their fur against the nearest ‘dryer’– usually your lovely clean carpet, duvet or cushions! And let’s not get started on that ripe ‘wet dog’ smell you get in the car when it’s time to come home from a wet walk in the park. With a durable design, minimal care (you should clean it regularly to keep it from collecting mold), and easy storage (most shammies come with a plastic case), the shammy is a no-brainer for swimmers who want to stay dry when they aren’t in the pool collecting medals and dominating their personal best times. The material is designed to be anti-mildew and anti-odor, which is great after a few days of hiking, and it dries up to 10 times faster than terrycloth or cotton—you can air it out with the attached loop. People also say they’ve used this towel for sleeping bag liners and travel blankets, which we think is brilliant.

Once washed, wring out any excess moisture and if your pet towel can’t be machine-dried, hang it up to dry outside or in a warm location to air dry. Chamois cloths are commonly used for drying and buffing vehicles, such as cars and vans, after washing. They are also used by artists as blending tools when drawing with charcoal. 2. Which is better chamois or microfiber? Forget hanging your big cotton swim towels all over the place. Compact, fast-drying, and built for repeated use, here is a breakdown of the best shammies for swimmers. Divers, swimmers, and water athletes of all types use the shammy. However, it is especially important in the diving community. Taking Care of a Shammy Available in charcoal and blue, this 13×17” shammy has a clean look and a durable design that allows maximum absorption of water in a minimal amount of time. The TYR Shammy comes with a plastic carrying case.

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To avoid mildew, and to keep your shammy smelling and performing its best: Clean it regularly. To clean a shammy, place it in a washing machine with traditional detergent, or hand wash it with soap and warm water. Just make sure to never place your shammy in a dryer! This will damage the absorbency of the material, and ruin your product. Variety of Products Micro fiber is the most common choice for camping towels nowadays. Since the fibers are so much closer together and higher in number than other fabrics, it has a higher absorbency. Typically, microfiber fabric is made of a mixture of polyester and polyamide or nylon. Some examples of microfiber cloths on the list include the Rainleaf Microfiber Towel and the Sunland Microfiber Camping Towel. Diving is not an equipment-heavy sport. Essentially all you need is a swimsuit, a deep enough pool, and a diving board. But there is an extra piece of equipment that most divers feel they couldn’t perform without: The chamois. A chamois — otherwise known as an aqua-towel or shammy — is a 13 by 17 inch water absorbent towel that you will often see draped over a diver’s body. It’s no surprise that a swimmers shammy is one of their featured pieces of kit, and the TYR Dryoff Shammy doesn’t disappoint.

If you have ever watched your soggy pooch have a mad few minutes running around the house or yard trying to get dry, you know why a dog drying towel is the way to go.After mopping your pooch, wring the microfiber pet towel to remove as much water as possible. Twist and wring in one direction and then the other to squeeze the water out. If you are looking for the best shammy for getting you dry between swims, dives, and practices, this guide is for you. It doesn't dry in that hard, scratchy way that some towels do, either—it’s super soft and ready to go for the next time. The downside is it’s not antimicrobial treated, so be sure to hang it out so it doesn’t mildew. Look after your pet towel, and you will get plenty of wet dog use out of it. As most pet towels are made from microfibers, you do need to take a little care when cleaning, drying and storing to keep it working as it should. Here are a few dog bath towel care tips: Cotton is much heavier and takes a long time to dry compared to microfiber. It can be more absorbent and softer. The feel is often the best part of a cotton towel. Many bathroom towels are made from cotton, so lightweight camping towels are not too often involved in their construction.