Yes, microfiber towels are generally safe and gentle for the skin, even though they are derived from synthetic materials. They are designed to be soft and smooth, which can make them suitable for sensitive skin, reducing the risk of irritation or abrasion. However, it’s important to choose a high-quality microfiber towel to ensure comfort and safety. Some lower-quality microfiber towels might not be as gentle, so it's worth investing in a reputable brand. Also as a side tip, it's always a good idea to wash the towel before its first use to remove any manufacturing residues.

Hi Vira, this video is mostly focused on the use of microfiber towels in the context of travelling - eg. when showering / going to the beach etc. From what I know, yes Microfiber towels are generally more suitable than cotton bath towels for backpackers because they're highly absorbent and can hold several times their weight in water! Yet despite this, they also dry much faster than cotton towels, which is convenient for backpackers who need to pack up and move between destinations regularly. Additionally, microfiber towels tend to be lighter, more compact, and more durable than cotton towels. While cotton towels are soft and comfortable, the practicality of microfiber makes them the better choice for backpacking.

@@adventuretravelpro Noted. Thanks for the knowledge 👍🏻

Thanks! I actually haven't heard of or tried the Speedo microfiber travel towels myself. I know of Speedo as a swimming brand, so possibly their towels could be good, but I haven't tried them myself from a travel perspective.

Thanks! Sorry for my delay in repsonse. I sure have! I've travelled to over 40+ countries and 100+ cities now :) How about you?

That's a great idea, depending on what size your phone is I suppose!

@@adventuretravelpro I have a iphone pro max and it fit easily. I guess that there are even larger phones however.

That’s a great question! Personally, im not sure as I haven’t (thankfully) but I’m sure it happens. Are you thinking of going skydiving?

I had done paragliding once i was so nervous and excited before i took off from the cliff. When i compare it with sky diving , SD would give 10 times more rush than PG. Here's my experience. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2TCkoahap6WsLs @@adventuretravelpro

Thanks for your comment and positive feedback - much appreciated. And for sure, the Rainleaf microfiber travel towel is a definitely a popular option amongst backpackers, so it makes sense that your son recommended it to you. You'll have to keep us posted on how you find it once you get to use it too!

Thanks for your comment @Mr.Bravoo. I appreciate your feedback and am so glad that you found my review helpful and in line with your findings too. Happy travelling!

I’m thinking Maybe compression is great in very specific cases. Like outing 2 thick sweaters or a puffy coat in a small compress cube.

Of course, happy you found the content valuable :)

Thanks Ella. Glad you found the video helpful.

Hi Shell, thanks for your comment. Yep this would be the case for most things, however this is somewhat tricky when comparing standard vs compression cubes. From my experience, most compression cubes can't be filled to the brim the same way as a standard cube, given you need to allow extra space so it can compress down after being zipped. If I filled both cubes with the exact same clothes the reality is that the compression cube would not zip up as a start, or if I put less clothes in the standard cube, it would appear baggy and loose - not how it should be packed. This is why I naturally lean towards standard cubes over compression cubes myself. I hope that helps and have a great day!

@@adventuretravelproperhaps u should retitle ur video along lines of compression cubes don’t provide as much space and cost more than reg cubes. Or “why compression cubes are a bad investment”. Compression do “actually work”. But depending on ur needs.

Hahaha yeah sometimes I get a bit like that by the end of my trip! "Just chuck everything in, it'll be right" 😁

Hi there, thanks for your comment. You're right in that generally with most packing cubes, aiming for 2/3 full is a good guide. This is because you need to allow extra space in the cube so it can compress down after being zipped. You experience this problem less so with standard packing cubes. To compare the products as closely as possible in the video, I did fill the compression cube a bit more than this. Based on my experience, I have found that you naturally fit more clothes in a standard cube vs a compression cube of the same size. Have a great day!

So pay more to pack less? Great value! 😂

Hi there, thanks for your comment. From my experience, most compression cubes can't be filled the same way as a standard cube, as you need to allow extra space so it can compress down after being zipped. If I filled both cubes with the exact same clothes the reality is that the compression cube would not zip up as a start, or if I put less clothes in the standard cube, it would appear baggy and loose - not how it should be packed. I naturally lean towards standard cubes over compression cubes myself, however happy for you if you found that the compression cubes were a better fit for your needs. Have a great day!

Tbf one valid conclusion she came to is u can’t pack as much in a compression vs reg cube. That should be creators lead/title. Because it’s not apparent on shopping or travel review sites.

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

Hi Katie, thanks! Yeah I felt the same way. I actually just used the Shacke Pak packing cubes on my trip to Indonesia and they worked a treat. Given my back pack was so jam packed, I found that they compressed really well even without the "compression" function.

Agree! I already tend to be pretty good about puzzling together my cubes, so I don’t imagine much air will come out 😂

@@seafarer_ Haha totally! My backpack is always like a complex Tetris game - I honestly don't think I could fit anything else in it if I tried!

That’s great! At the end of the day it comes down to personal preference. I hope that you find them helpful/useful and have a nice trip.

Thanks for your comment and sharing your experience using compression cubes. I agree :)

Thanks for your comment. Yeah they definitely have some differences. I think it really depends on the type of luggage you’re going to be using as well- ie suitcase vs travel backpack. If using a travel backpack, I find that both compact down pretty well with the standard packs offering a bit more flexibility (in terms of how you squish them in).

That’s a really good point! I actually did this when I was over landing and camping Africa. At the time I was desperate and didn’t have anything else I could use.Worked a treat! 😅

of course, no worries at all :) Glad you found it helpful xx

@@adventuretravelpro most definitely! I have been searching far and wide for the eagle creek packing compression cubes in Australia. Nothing! The best ones i found where those other ones from Amazon I wasn't really sure about them but your video really helped alot :)

@@emmapeebles2784 awesome! Yeah it can get confusing which brands are available in different countries - I guess one of the benefits of online shopping is that it removes some of these barriers! :)

Hi goatie, thanks for your comment. 100% it’s just such an exhilarating experience and totally agree - once the parachute opens and you have time to just process what happened It’s such an incredible feeling!