TONCHO – Ultralight Towel Poncho & Bag – Hooded Changing Robe - Microfibre – Unisex – Quick Dry – Compact – Changing Robe - Perfect for beach changing, Holidays, Travel & Pool

First ImpressionsThe Toncho was shipped pretty much straight after I placed my order (the benefits of using Amazon) and it arrived the next day to my surprise. It is packaged in a protective plastic sleeve which normally I hate but the manufacturer has really thought about it and made sure it is biodegradable! In fairness some sort of sleeve is necessary to protect it in storage so I’m glad they have considered the environment! The Toncho comes in a mesh carry case which really packs down well, I measured it and it comes out at 8cm in diameter by 18cm in length which is pretty much the same size as a rolled up t-shirt. For what is essentially two microfibre towels this is impressive. It is really light and I barely notice the weight in my rucksack. The mesh case seems robust enough but only time will tell.UsageI’ve been put off buying a traditional poncho towel for some time due to the bulky-ness of it so I was relieved when I came across a microfibre one. I took it surfing with me and for once I could change into my wetsuit without having to worry about exposing myself to the whole beach! It made drying off and changing into dry cloths hassle free. The coloured stitching on the Toncho is a nice touch and the stitching itself seems to be up to the job. The hood helped keep the wind off my wet hair.WashingI put the towel in the wash with my other beach cloths without thinking but thankfully the colours didn’t run. I’ve had cheaper “microfibre towels” in the past that have lost their colour on the first wash. The towel dried really quickly and didn’t show any signs of shrinking.DownsidesThere only seems to by the “Capri” blue colour which is common amongst a lot of microfibre towels. It would be nice to see some other colours in the range. They only make one size so for smaller children they could get a bit swamped in it!In summary+ Package Size+ Weight+ Quality of finish+ British Owned Company- Limited colour choice- No small sizes for kids

I'm very pleased with the toncho and it does exactly what it claims - plenty of room to get changed on the beach, packs up small and is quick drying. In hindsight I would have chosen a different colour as the pale turquoise one I bought make me look like a character from the BBC's "dinner ladies" according to my family! However it does the job so am very satisfied!

This is absolutely perfect - lightweight and compact. I've used it after open water swim and as we have to dress by the car, I'm not frightening the local wildlife.I'm just over 5'4" about 10st, and have plenty of room to dress

Only just used, bought this item for camping ie going to showers etc- really good and absorbent, also dries quickly, also took it for an overnight stay in a hotel instead of a bathrobe - again excellent.

Would probably like it slightly larger & my son thinks it's too short (he's 6'4") But very small & lightweight so I can easily put it in my swim float.

This product is nice and light and small to carry. But it is a little plain. I think a pattern of some sort might have been nice, but don't suppose that is possible. I look a bit stupid in it, to be honest, but it does the job.

This is a great product - light, compact and well designed. I haven't had a chance to use it on the beach yet but I have tested it at home- getting changed underneath it and drying myself with it after a shower. I am a 5' 8" female, size 10/12 and found it generously enough sized to be really discreet. I can't wait to get a chance to use it for real.

Light, easy to use. Only criticism the mesh bag is very flimsy it won't last long.