Sea to Summit Airlite Quick-Dry Microfiber Towel

The Sea to Summit Airlite Towel is the brand's lightest and most compact quick-dry towel, built for backpackers, athletes, and travelers who count every gram. The towel fabric is 85% recycled polyester and 15% polyamide, absorbs more than three times its own weight in water, and packs into an included 15D Nylon stuff sack with a snap closure and webbing hang loop. The Airlite Towel is available in three sizes (S, M, L) and multiple colors.

Ultralight Without Sacrificing Absorbency

At its lightest, the Airlite Towel weighs 1.1 oz packed. That is 50% lighter than Sea to Summit's own Pocket Towel. That weight saving matters on a multi-day backpacking trip or a long travel day when every ounce adds up. Despite the featherweight construction, the microfiber fabric absorbs more than three times its own weight in water, so a quick press-and-lift dries skin efficiently without needing a heavier towel.

A Packed Size That Disappears in Any Kit

The Airlite Towel's smallest size packs to 2×2×2 in. The included 15D Nylon stuff sack keeps the towel compressed and protected. The sack's snap closure doubles as a hang-dry system: reconnect the snap and hang the towel from the webbing loop until it is fully dry before repacking. Quick drying also means the towel stays fresh without antimicrobial chemical treatments.

More Uses Than a Standard Camp Towel

The Airlite Towel's elongated proportions (31×16 in at S, up to 47×24 in at L) make it practical as a bandana or neck wrap during high-output activity, not just a post-swim towel. The same lightweight microfiber works as an ultralight dishcloth at camp, reducing the number of separate items needed in a cook kit.

Features

• 50% lighter than the Pocket Towel: Sea to Summit's lightest towel option by weight and packed volume
• High absorbency: absorbs more than 3× its own weight in water
• Included 15D Nylon stuff sack: snap closure and webbing loop for hang-drying and storage
• Elongated proportions: sized for dual use as a bandana or neck protection
• Ultralight dishcloth: fabric suitable for camp kitchen cleanup
• Recycled fabric: towel material is 85% recycled polyester and 15% polyamide

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

The Airlite Towel suits ultralight backpackers, endurance athletes, and travelers who need a fast-drying, minimal-weight towel for sweat management, post-swim drying, or camp kitchen use. The elongated cut makes it practical as a bandana or neck wrap on high-output days.

The Airlite Towel has no antimicrobial treatment and must be fully dry before being packed away to stay fresh. Buyers who want heavier, terry-loop-style absorbency for home-style drying should consider a different towel in the Sea to Summit lineup.

Common Questions

Does the Airlite Towel come with a stuff sack?

Yes, the Sea to Summit Airlite Towel includes a 15D Nylon stuff sack that compresses the towel to a very small packed size. The sack uses a snap closure and has a webbing loop so the towel can be hung to dry before repacking.

How do you hang the Airlite Towel to dry?

To hang-dry the Airlite Towel, reconnect the stuff sack using its snap closure and hang the towel from the webbing loop on the sack. Allow the towel to dry fully before packing it away.

Is the Airlite Towel treated with antimicrobial chemicals?

No, the Sea to Summit Airlite Towel has no antimicrobial treatment. The microfiber fabric dries quickly and is easy to wash, so chemical treatments are not needed to keep it fresh. Make sure it is fully dry before storing it.

What sizes does the Airlite Towel come in?

The Sea to Summit Airlite Towel is available in S (80×40 cm / 31×16 in), M (100×50 cm / 39×20 in), and L (120×60 cm / 47×24 in). Packed weights range from 34 g (1.2 oz) for the S to 72 g (2.5 oz) for the L.

What is the Airlite Towel made of?

The Sea to Summit Airlite Towel fabric is 85% recycled polyester and 15% polyamide. The stuff sack body is 100% nylon, and the sack base uses the same 85% polyester and 15% polyamide blend as the towel.