The Science Behind Our Super Absorbent Towels
Are surfer-specific towels just a trend? Like the Gangnam Style dance or the incredibly annoying baby shark song? Definitely not!
A surfer towel is as essential to a surfer as a board or wetsuit. It's literally a lifesaver in certain situations and it's not just because it looks cool. Surf towels for the beach and waves are specifically designed to be highly absorbent, fast-drying and durable. But what makes them so effective?
Strap yourself in. Today we dive into the science behind the absorbency of our surfing and beach towels.
How surfer towels actually work
Your Happy Faced surfer towel is much more than just a piece of fabric. It's made from a special blend of recycled microfiber materials.
Microfiber is a synthetic material made up of minuscule fibers, much smaller than human hair. In a nutshell, these tiny fibers create a larger surface area which means more water can be absorbed compared to traditional towels.
Sure, prices are greater for microfiber surfing and beach towels than what you can find at Walmart or Target, but the benefits massively outweigh the cost.
In general, surf-specific towels can stand up to rigorous beatings, lashings, whippings and wringing without breaking or tearing. Come to think of it, they're actually kinda machoest.
→ Here’s how to buy your first surf towel
The real science behind microfiber surf towels
And this is where things get interesting. Microfiber beach towels keep you dry, are lightweight and easy to pack, but how? The secret is in the sauce, as they say.
🧽 Thousands of mini squeegees
Surf towel fibers are tightly woven together creating a capillary effect that sucks up water like a sponge.
When placed on wet skin, these tiny fibers act as mini squeegees, pulling water away from the surface and trapping it within the towel.
🔥 Less friction (a.k.a. irritation)
The fact the microfibers are tightly knit also means that there’s less friction when compared to a traditional towel.
This reduces the amount of rubbing and tugging on your skin, preventing irritation and making it ideal for those with sensitive skin.
⛑️ Antimicrobial and safe for kids and parents
Microfiber beach towels like ours are also antimicrobial, meaning they resist the growth of bacteria and mold.
This might not sound uber important, but trust us... when you've seen the amount of bacteria lurking on traditional towels, you'll be grateful for this feature.
Parents should be especially stoked with this as it means more comfort and less risk of skin infections for their little ones.
→ Here’s how to get the most out of your surf towel
☮ Mo surface area, less problems
A key factor that determines how much sand, salt or seawater a microfiber towel can hold is its surface area.
Microfibers significantly outperform cotton towels or ponchos, providing over 10 times the surface area per inch.
This means they create 1,000% more spaces for surfing debris to be trapped and effectively cleaned, ensuring you stay as dry and sand-free as possible.
💪 Towels that are SHREDDED
Split strands in microfiber surf towels play a crucial role in enhancing their effectiveness.
The shredding along the sides of these microfibers creates additional slots for sand and salt to wedge in, making it easier to trap debris.
As a result, split strands significantly contribute to maintaining the cleanliness and performance of our surf towels, making them an essential feature for anyone who spends time getting tubed, boosting airs or simply nose diving in the whitewash.
How to check whether your surfer towel is legit
This brings us to our next section: how to check whether your surfer towel is as legit as it claims.
One of the easiest ways to do this is by performing a simple water absorption test.
Take your surfer towel, dip it in water and then wring it out. The more water it can hold and the faster it dries, the better.
Another way to check its effectiveness is by looking at its thread count. A higher thread count means more microfibers per square inch, resulting in a denser, more absorbent towel. Also, remember that Happy Faced towels have patterns, are easy to access via our online Towels for Surfers store and come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
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Wrapping up
Surf towels are practical products that'll never go out of style. If you love comfort, easy use and efficiency, then investing in a quality microfiber towel as a surfer is a no brainer.
The science doesn't lie, and microfiber beach towels outperform traditional towels in every way. Order your Happy Faced surf towel and join the sand-free club today. Shipping costs will be calculated in your cart.