Would this work well in a swim team situation where a teen is placing it back into the locker at the end of session? Any mildewing?
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I used to be on swim team and when I got this towel all I could think was "this would have been SO COOL for swim team"!! I use it for everyday showering, but and it dries my hair fast, and the towel itself dries quickly too so my thought is that it would dry out quickly even if you are getting in and out of the pool. The other thing I REALLY like is that it is small and lightweight but warm. The one thing I might be concerned about would be color fade with the chlorine, but I would also guess that it probably wouldn't make any more of a difference than with any other towel. Anyway, hope this helps, good luck with swim team!
379876
I think as long as it's not balled or folded up in the locker it should be fine. It absorbs a lot. I've used it camping and back packing and it does dry fast.
379877
Hmmm, I would think it would need to be aired out - it is supper absorbent but would need to breath some to air out.I would buy one and get it shipped to you and then see what you think. And I have the 16-32 but think the 20x40 or 24x48 would work well for full body once or twice over drying. -Jimmy-
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I used to be on swim team and when I got this towel all I could think was "this would have been SO COOL for swim team"!! I use it for everyday showering, but and it dries my hair fast, and the towel itself dries quickly too so my thought is that it would dry out quickly even if you are getting in and out of the pool. The other thing I REALLY like is that it is small and lightweight but warm. The one thing I might be concerned about would be color fade with the chlorine, but I would also guess that it probably wouldn't make any more of a difference than with any other towel. Anyway, hope this helps, good luck with swim team! I used to be on swim team and when I got this towel all I could think was "this would have been SO COOL for swim team"!! I use it for everyday showering, but and it dries my hair fast, and the towel itself dries quickly too so my thought is that it would dry out quickly even if you are getting in and out of the pool. The other thing I REALLY like is that it is small and lightweight but warm. The one thing I might be concerned about would be color fade with the chlorine, but I would also guess that it probably wouldn't make any more of a difference than with any other towel.... » Read More I used to be on swim team and when I got this towel all I could think was "this would have been SO COOL for swim team"!! I use it for everyday showering, but and it dries my hair fast, and the towel itself dries quickly too so my thought is that it would dry out quickly even if you are getting in and out of the pool. The other thing I REALLY like is that it is small and lightweight but warm. The one thing I might be concerned about would be color fade with the chlorine, but I would also guess that it probably wouldn't make any more of a difference than with any other towel. Anyway, hope this helps, good luck with swim team! « Show Less
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I have not tried this with swimming, I don't think it was meant to do that. I have used it to exercise - and it did get wet with sweat and still works, no issues
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I haven't had any trouble with the white one getting dingy; however I have been using it in the pool as well.
1626717
My son has always taken the bracelet off when showering. I have no idea how it would hold up. I imagine it would be ok. If you have a paper inside, as he does, I would have it protected with packing tape on it (sort of like its laminated with the packing tape and then trimmed down to fit).
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I think it could get pretty wet and be fine. A commercial shows a guy surfing with it, and a YouTube review shows someone holding it under a running faucet. I wouldn't drop it in the swimming pool for a long period, but I'll bet it could withstand a quick dunking and be fine.
1593333
Yes, it's completely waterproof. I've used it for two years and have had no mildew or leaks.
1176674
That won't be a problem. If you are concerned, just run some fresh water through it before you hook up to the coach. You will need to drain some of the water out of it before storage so that it doesn't run out while on its side.
84618
I wear it outside and while swimming. I think it is fine in shower, doing dishes, including he rain, and in the pool.
2106429
My son has used his for his PE Locker which although shaded by the building overhang, is basically outdoors. It has been fine for the past 6 months. It is worth noting that we live in San Diego so rain is minimal - good luck.
1378047
If you live in a dryer climate, I think it would be ok. Ours is in a gym that is not heated nor air-conditioned and it is holding up very well.
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Very easy - and for that matter if you pick it up from the bottom of the wet tub and let it air dry, mildew doesn't form. The mat is not porous which keeps it from getting mildew. It's a great bath mat!!
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Yes. I pull up the mat and lay it on the edge of the tub every day. No mildew yet!
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I use my everyday during Cross Country season and the only time i ever encountered mildew was when i left just a little watter on the bottom, completely sealed, and left it there for a little under a week. So, Yes, it does mildew.. but not easily. Just clean it and you'll be good
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With water in window. Used actual sea water from the ocean as I didn't have enough fresh water to fill it. It was very hard to dry out the window and am expecting mildew when I use it again. But hopefully not. It was a lifesaver for my kids who were not great swimmers but enjoyed key largo with it. Even some other ladies on the boat used it.
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Yes it should be fine. I am guessing you are worried about it being damaged by the sweat. I have not had any issues with it when I work out and sweat or even when I use it around the pool or water. So it should be fine.
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I am sure at some point it could get mildew but for now it is fine and dries quickly to help prevent mildew. Since the shower does remain wet as long as it does with the use of a plastic curtain it seems to cut done on the possibility. I think it works just fine, no problems at this point.
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It is only as rigid as cardboard if you let it dry out, but it can be rehydrated. When it is hydrated it is a smooth mini towel. I personally love this. I am a swimmer and frequently forget my towel and it is small enough to not take up hardly any room in my locker. It is used as a towel and when it absorbs to its capacity it is then wrung out and can be used over and over and over again. The material is actually very soft and delicate on skin.