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Duality Sidekick Towel

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JOAN TARRAGÓ SIDEKICK TOWEL

DUALITY Both halves of the story. Quick-dry. Packable. Trying not to be a dick.

The Duality Sidekick Towel is super absorbent, quick-drying, sand-resistant, and artist-designed for people who know we’re all a mix of opposites.

Good and bad. Calm and chaotic. Pizza with and without pineapple. This towel just happens to be on the side of choosing better.

SUPER ABSORBENT QUICK-DRY MICROFIBER ANTIMICROBIAL ODOR-RESISTANT COMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT SAND-RESISTANT 88% RECYCLED POLYESTER ARTWORK BY JOAN TARRAGÓ
What makes it different

Built for real life and real moods.

This one is made for beach days, bad days, road trips, lake dips, gym showers, and all the moments where you’re trying to keep it together and dry off at the same time.

  • Super absorbent and quick-drying Microfiber absorbs moisture fast and dries much faster than typical cotton, so you’re not stuck in a cold, soggy wrap.
  • Antimicrobial and odor-resistant Helps resist odor and bacteria so your towel smells less like low tide or a forgotten gym bag.
  • Compact, lightweight, and durable Packs down small for beach bags, carry-ons, gym lockers, and road trips while holding up to repeat use and regular washing.
  • Sand-resistant weave Its smooth microfiber weave holds far less sand than cotton terry, so most loose sand shakes off easily.
  • Recycled and durable construction Made with 88% recycled polyester and built to handle repeat use, travel, and regular washing.
  • Original artist design A visual nod to yin and yang, ebb and flow, peaks and valleys, and all the ways we’re two halves of the same mess trying to do a little better.

Already convinced? Weird. Efficient. We respect it.

How it feels

Soft on skin. Light on drama.

Smooth, soft microfiber that feels good on sun-soaked skin and post-shower shoulders.

No stiff hotel-towel vibe. No heavy cotton drag. Just quick-drying comfort that actually makes you want to use it every day.

Design story

Two sides, same human.

We’re all basically two parts of a whole: the part that keeps us from being an asshole, and the part that absolutely considers it.

Created by Joan Tarragó , Duality nods to that outward push and pull—ebb and flow, pleasure and pain, proud moments and the ones we’d rather not explain.

Questions, Answered

What is the Duality Sidekick Towel best for?
Beach days, pool hangs, travel, camping, road trips, gym showers, lake dips, and everyday use at home—especially if you like your gear to have a little personality and a point of view.
Does it dry fast?
Yes. Its lightweight microfiber weave dries much faster than a typical cotton towel, making it useful for repeat dips, travel days, and packing up without carrying a heavy wet towel.
Is it sand-resistant?
Yes. Its smooth microfiber weave traps far less sand and grit than cotton terry, so most loose debris shakes off easily, even when the towel is damp.
What is it made from?
It is made from 88% recycled polyester and 12% nylon. The microfiber blend is soft, absorbent, quick-drying, lightweight, and built for repeat use.
Will it smell?
Its antimicrobial, odor-resistant construction helps it stay fresher between washes, especially when you let it dry completely instead of leaving it balled up in a damp bag or on the bathroom floor.

Specs

Large 72" × 36" 20.6 oz
Medium 60" × 30" 14.3 oz
Small 40" × 20" 6.6 oz
Material

88% recycled polyester + 12% nylon microfiber

Care

Machine wash cold. Tumble dry low or hang dry. Avoid bleach and fabric softener.

Use

Beach days, pool hangs, travel, camping, road trips, gym sessions, lake days, everyday showers, and all your dual-personality adventures.

You made it to the end. That feels like towel-buying behavior.

Stuff to read about our towels.
  • 88% RECYCLED POLYESTER, 12% NYLON
  • Fabric weight: 9.44 oz./yd.² (320 g/m²)
  • Dual sided printing
  • Traceability: Knitting, Dyeing, Manufacturing — China

Stuff people ask us

Frequently Asked Questions.

Everything you need to know about the towel you’re about to take absolutely everywhere.

01 What makes Happy Faced towels different?

Happy Faced towels are made for sweat, dirt, sand, water, workouts, road trips, beach days, and wherever else you end up. They’re lightweight, absorbent, quick-drying, easy to pack, and covered in original artwork instead of hotel beige.

02 What are they made of?

Magic. Well, almost. They’re made from high-performance microfiber containing 88% recycled materials. It’s soft, highly absorbent, lightweight, durable, and built to dry much faster than a bulky cotton towel.

03 Do they dry fast?

Very. The microfiber construction spreads moisture across more surface area, helping the towel release water and dry considerably faster than a traditional cotton towel.

04 Are they good for travel?

Absolutely. Happy Faced towels are lightweight, compact, quick to dry, and easy to stuff into a carry-on, backpack, gym bag, van, or questionably packed weekend bag.

05 Can I use one at the beach?

That’s one of their natural habitats. The smooth microfiber construction is sand-resistant, so sand shakes off more easily instead of following you home and moving into your car permanently.

06 Are they eco-friendly?

They’re made with 88% recycled materials and require less space, water, and energy to wash and dry than a heavy cotton towel. They’re also designed to last, because replacing your towel every few months is dumb.

07 Do they resist odors?

Their fast-drying construction gives moisture and mildew less time to settle in. Hang the towel up between uses and it stays fresher much longer than a damp cotton towel abandoned in a heap.

08 Are they machine washable?

Yep. Machine wash cold with similar colors and tumble dry low or hang dry. Skip the bleach, dryer sheets, and fabric softener because they can coat the fibers and reduce absorbency.

09 What sizes do they come in?

Small, Medium, and Large. The Small is great for workouts and daily carry. The Medium handles travel, surfing, and everyday use. The Large gives you full beach-towel coverage and enough room to become a human burrito. See the towel size guide for the full breakdown.

10 How much water can they absorb?

More than four times their own weight in water. Which is impressive for something that packs down small enough to stop ruining the rest of your bag.

A woman in a white bikini stands on a rocky beach, holding up a large blue beach towel with a colorful abstract design and bold white text. The towel is caught in the breeze, billowing behind her. She is smiling and looking toward the ocean, with the bright blue sea and white-capped waves stretching into the horizon. The sky is clear with a few scattered clouds, creating a vibrant and peaceful beach atmosphere.

Best Beach Towel out there!

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