If you’ve ever tried to get a shivering, sandy child changed on a windy beach, you’ll know why towel ponchos have become such a popular bit of kit for family days out. We asked Mykidstime parent Laura, mum of two, to put Ganzos’ towel ponchos to the test with her own kids to see how they held up in real life.
What Are Ganzos?
Ganzos is an Irish brand with a passion for the outdoors. Their towelling changing ponchos for children and teenagers are designed to keep them warm and cosy while preserving their privacy when changing at the beach or poolside. They’re a handy piece of kit for any family who loves the water, whether that’s a day at the seaside, a swimming lesson, or a surfing, sailing or watersports session — perfect for a fast, fuss-free change out of wet togs.
What Our Testers Thought
Laura and her two children gave Ganzos a trial run at the beach in Co. Galway.
“Ganzos are very well constructed and robust. The material itself is thick and fluffy, fantastic for the temperamental Irish summer. The hood on the towel is a good fit with plenty of snuggle room. Often you’ll find a towel that barely creeps over the top of your skull — not the case with Ganzos. Perfect if you have wet hair out of the sea.”
“We have a 3 year old who used the small size and it came down to his shins. My 5 year old had the medium and it was a really good size — I thought the medium would suit 8+. I used the large size at 5’6″ and it was down to my knees, not to mention a huge pregnant belly on me! There’s plenty of space within the towel to make it easy to change clothes underneath.”
“The great thing about Ganzos is that the sides of the towel, under the armholes, are tapered together, which I hadn’t come across before. This means any modest child or teenager gets the privacy they want while getting changed. After my kids stripped off their wet togs, they were happy to leave their Ganzos on and keep playing. That gave me great peace of mind, as I knew they were warm and dry.”
Final Verdict
“I can see these being useful at the swimming pool and the beach. It’s a must-have if you’re into your watersports or year-round swimming.”
You can buy Ganzos online at Ganzos.ie, and find them on Facebook (Ganzos Ireland), Twitter/X (@ganzosireland) and Instagram (@ganzosireland).
Frequently Asked Questions
What age or size should I choose for a Ganzos towel poncho?
Based on our tester’s experience, the small suited a 3 year old (coming down to the shins), the medium suited a 5 year old and would work well for children up to around 8, and the large suited an adult of 5’6″.
Are Ganzos towel ponchos good for privacy when changing?
Yes — the sides of the poncho under the armholes are tapered together, which helps children and teenagers change with more privacy than a standard towel.
Can kids wear a Ganzos poncho while playing, not just for changing?
Our tester found her children were happy to keep their Ganzos on and continue playing after changing out of wet togs, as it kept them warm and dry.
Are Ganzos ponchos only for the beach?
No — they’re just as handy at the swimming pool, and for watersports like surfing and sailing, wherever a quick, warm change is needed.
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