Previously, I’ve told you about the importance of packing a bathing suit and sunscreen.  Well, odds are, if you need those items, you’re going to need a towel. Sure, if you’re going on a traditional holiday, your hotel or apartment will have towels for you. They may even have a robe, your highness. But if you’re backpacking, camping or running from child support payments, you’re going to need to pack your own drying rag.

I recommend the MSR Packtowl UltraLite*. It’s so light, in fact, that there’s no room for the ‘e’ that should be in Packtowl. Don’t try to pack a terrycloth towel. No matter how big it makes your junk look, it will only take up space in your bag and never fully dry. The last thing you want is for all of your gear to smell like mildew. No matter how big your junk is*, no one likes it smelling like mildew.

So, whether you’re lounging in the jacuzzi, cliff diving or fording a river, make sure that you have a towel with you.

* Pictured is the Dick Towel (NSFW).

** Junk size will vary by owner.