UNIQUE REVERSE FOLDING: the wet layer folds inside the dry layer when you step into your car, store, or house keeping floors and cars dry! FREE-STANDING DURABILITY: turn upside-down for free standing drying; made of water repellent pongee cloth, fiberglass shaft and ribs, and rubber handle. HANDS-FREE: C-Shaped anti-sweat frosted handle large enough to slip onto the arm making your hands free to carry a baby, bag, or cell phone. UPF 40+, folds down to 32 inches (not compact).