Have you met Nomadix? If you’re looking for a purpose-driven company with its finger on the pulse of environmental responsibility, plus great travel towels and blankets, we’re happy to introduce you.
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Nomadix has a lot going on on the sustainability front. For starters, it is a member of 1% for the Planet and is certified climate neutral. It has partnered with The Conservation Alliance to protect lands and rivers, The Ecology Center to donate food to families facing food insecurity and help develop goals of Brave Trails. Plus, Nomadix works with the Billfish Foundation to conserve the species, and The Surfrider Foundation to support ocean protection and cleanup efforts.
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While the organization focuses on manufacturing useful products in a responsible way, consumers can just enjoy its flagship towels and newer blankets for use at yoga, on the beach, camping or at the park. Most well known for its sand and odor-resistant, packable and absorbent towels, the company has expanded the Original Towels product to include Bandana Towels, Ultralight Towels and Mini Towels. See our review of some products below, each of which are made with certified post-consumer recycled materials and come in a variety of design options.
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More recently, the company released its Puffer Blankets, which are lightweight and compact, yet warm and versatile. The outer layer is made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester and the inner layer is comprised of recycled polyester fill. There are also festival blankets, changing ponchos and poncho towels.
Nomadix believes consumers are looking for ways to support global sustainability efforts through their purchasing power. Therefore, the company is continuously working towards improving processes. It estimates an annual savings of 380,000,000 gallons of wastewater and over 2,800,000 KwH of energy.
Nomadix converted its headquarters to solar power and cleaned up product and packaging materials by phasing out 90% of virgin plastic by replacing it with rPET or recycled and FSC Certified paper goods. Products arrive in compostable bags that can be added to your home composter, and cardboard boxes appropriate for curbside recycling.
In addition, it reduced air freight by 45% over the past year and has taken the required steps to become climate neutral. It explained, “Nomadix joined the growing movement of brands achieving the Climate Neutral Certified standard by measuring our 2021 greenhouse gas emissions, purchasing eligible verified carbon credits to offset that footprint, and implementing plans to reduce emissions next year and beyond. In 2021, Nomadix offset 3,892 metric tons of CO2 emissions with the help of two partner organizations, BEF and Carbonfund to support renewable energy and forestry projects.”
Nomadix Review
I’ve had some of the Nomadix products for a few months and have loved testing them out. These are high-quality products that are beautiful, functional and eco-conscious.
Original Towel
It’s not a very creative name, but whatever you call it, it’s taken up permanent residence in my car. I wouldn’t describe this towel as lightweight, although it’s only 16 oz. I think it’s because it has such a thick and durable feel to it. The stitching is tight all the way around and it has a reinforced loop for hanging, which is just the kind of thoughtful touch that makes an item a new favorite.
With a charcoal gray-to-black colored backing and vibrant rainbow of colors on the front, I can choose which side I want to use or display. The towel measures 30” by 72.5”, but packs down to around 3.5” by 7”. This towel is a perfect match for an afternoon of camping, swimming, surfing or sunbathing. It’s quick-drying and I love that the company recommends limited washing as well as air drying to conserve energy and water.
Ultralight Towel
Nomadix also sent its ultralight MicroSuede towel, which features a similar thickness and feel as the Original Towel, but measures a smaller 30” by 54”. I’m looking forward to taking this towel backpacking this summer with a total weight of eight ounces. Half a pound makes a big difference in the overall weight of my pack so I don’t make this decision lightly. It comes with a bag it packs into for a compressed 2.5” by 6” pack size, yet I can use it as a mat when changing my clothes or looking for a place to sit besides a stump. It can also function as an additional layer of warmth at night or around the fire.
Puffer Blanket
Since I’ve had the products over winter I’ve gotten the most use out of this item. The Nomadix Puffer Blanket is actually three products in one. It functions as a blanket to sit on or cover up with. It also features snaps up the sides so it can be converted into a very lightweight sleeping bag or draped around the shoulders as a poncho. I keep this blanket hanging near a door in my house and grab it when I go out onto the deck for morning coffee or an evening cocktail next to the fire table. It’s the perfect additional layer.
One suggestion is to have a way to conveniently attach the bag to the blanket so they don’t get separated. Overall, this blanket is getting, and will continue to get, a ton of use in my home. It will definitely go camping with us this summer too.
In summary, I’m thrilled with the Nomadix products. They are quality-made, versatile and clearly made with the user and the environment in mind.
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Editor’s Note: This product review is not sponsored by Nomadix. All opinions on the products and company are the author’s own.
