
Why a microfiber towel is one father's ideal beach blanket
Microfiber towels are thinner than traditional beach blankets and dry quickly, making them a beach day essential for one writer. Shop his go-to picks.
Whitson Gordon


Whitson Gordon


The same goes for Elite Trend’s offerings, which come in a number of fun patterns.
OlimpiaFit even offers a 3-pack of different sizes for all your towel needs.
No matter which brand you choose, a microfiber towel is going to be a huge step up in your beach gear arsenal. After years of using the SportLite blanket, going back to a beach towel feels archaic — and while we still have a towel or two stashed in the trunk for emergencies, the blanket covers our typical beach needs at a very affordable price.
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