A quick-dry microfibre towel at 200 gsm, measuring 72 by 138 cm, supplied in a mesh pouch with a cord closure. Folded it packs down to a 9 cm diameter roll about 17 cm long, which is a fraction of the volume of a cotton towel of the same coverage.

Microfibre at this weight absorbs several times its own weight in water and then dries in a fraction of the time cotton needs, which is what makes it a travel and sports towel rather than a bathroom one. The mesh pouch lets it breathe while damp instead of trapping moisture, so it can be packed straight after use.

At full body length it works for swimming, gym, beach and camping. Companies order it for sports club membership packs, summer campaigns, triathlon and running event participation gifts, and travel kits for staff on long assignments. Hotels, pools and wellness centres use it as branded retail, and outdoor and fitness brands as merchandise.

Colours include black, red, white, green and navy blue. Both the towel and the pouch can be branded, with print holding well on microfibre. MerchRepublic applies your logo, packs and ships in bulk across the EU.