The Billabong Groms Hoodie Towel is a essential beach accessory designed for children, providing a practical solution for drying off and changing in public. Engineered for warmth and convenience, it serves as both a wearable towel and a portable changing room for kids after surfing or swimming.
Key Technical Features
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100% Cotton Terry Construction: Crafted from high-quality, heavy-weight cotton towel fabric. This natural material is selected for its high absorbency and soft-hand feel, ensuring it is gentle on young skin while drying them quickly.
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Pullover Poncho Design: Features a generous, oversized fit with a pullover hooded neck. This design allows children to easily slip the towel over their heads, providing immediate warmth and wind protection without the need for zips or fasteners.
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Kangaroo Pouch / Chest Pocket: Most models include a deep front kangaroo pouch or a high-set chest pocket. This provides a functional space for stashing small items like surf wax or shells, while also serving as a place to keep hands warm.
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Integrated Hood: The attached hood is designed to sit comfortably on the head to dry hair quickly and prevent heat loss after exiting the water.
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Side Openings: Designed with ample armholes that allow children to easily pull their arms inside the towel to change out of wet swimmers or wetsuits with complete privacy.
Specifications
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Material: 100% Cotton (Note: Some "Girls 8-16" variants may utilise a quick-dry Polyester/Polyamide microfiber blend).
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Dimensions:
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Toddler/Groms: Approximately 60cm x 60cm.
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Older Kids (8-16): Approximately 90cm (height) x 60cm (width).
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Branding: Features high-density embroidered Billabong branding or iconic screen-printed graphics on the chest.
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Safety: Includes a mandatory High Fire Danger warning (Keep away from heat and flame).
Best For
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Beach Transitions: Makes getting into and out of wetsuits or swimwear significantly easier and more modest in car parks or on the sand.
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Post-Surf Warmth: Provides an immediate thermal barrier against sea breezes, making it ideal for the "shiver-prone" period immediately after leaving the water.
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Poolside Convenience: Highly effective for swimming lessons or pool days where a standard towel often slips off or fails to provide enough coverage.
Care Instructions
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Washing: Machine wash warm or cold with like colours.
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Drying: Tumble dry on a low setting or line dry in the shade to maintain the plushness of the cotton fibres.
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Note: Do not dry clean or use chlorine bleach, as this can degrade the absorbent properties of the fabric.
