{"product_id":"equine-defender-surface-prep-microfiber-towel","title":"EQUINE|DEFENDER™ Surface Prep Microfiber Towel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\u003cmeta content='Prep the coat before taping with the EQUINE|DEFENDER™ Surface Prep Microfiber Towel. 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The \u003cstrong\u003eEQUINE|DEFENDER™ Surface Prep Microfiber Towel\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for practical horse care work where loose dust, hair, and debris can get in the way of a tidy prep routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from soft microfiber and finished with the \u003cstrong\u003eEquine Defender\u003c\/strong\u003e logo, this towel is absorbent, quick drying, and easy to keep close in a grooming tote, tack trunk, trailer, or taping kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-note\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the 12\" x 12\" size works:\u003c\/strong\u003e big enough to handle real prep work, compact enough to stay out of your way. It gives you better control in hand, fits easily into small kits, and feels purpose-built instead of oversized and generic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Prep\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps wipe away loose dirt, dust, and hair from the surface of the coat before taping or close-contact prep.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12\" x 12\" Practical Size\u003c\/strong\u003e Large enough for meaningful surface prep without the bulk of a larger towel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Microfiber Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e Barn-friendly microfiber is comfortable to handle and suited for everyday use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsorbent and Quick Drying\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to reuse throughout the day and simple to keep in rotation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy riders will like this format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOversized towels can feel sloppy for focused prep. The 12\" x 12\" format feels tighter, easier to control, and easier to pack. It is the kind of size that naturally belongs in a taping setup, braiding bag, wash rack caddy, or trailer compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat matters because good prep is usually about precision, not excess. You want enough towel to clean the area you need, not extra material hanging off your hand or taking up space in the tote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepping the coat before equine tape application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiping away loose hair, dust, and surface debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping in grooming totes, first-aid kits, and trailer bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick cleanup before targeted care routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral equine prep work where a compact towel makes more sense than a full-size one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable aria-label=\"Product details\" class=\"ed-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEQUINE|DEFENDER™ Surface Prep Microfiber Towel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\" x 12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrofiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface prep, grooming kits, taping prep, barn and trailer use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBranding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeatures the Equine Defender logo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine washable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimple, useful, barn-ready\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a giant towel pretending to be a specialty product. It is a compact prep tool designed to do one job well: help you start with a cleaner surface and a tighter routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ed-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is this towel made for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003eIt is designed for coat-level prep before taping, wrapping, or other targeted equine care routines where you want a cleaner working surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy use a 12\" x 12\" towel instead of a larger one?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003eThe 12\" x 12\" size is easier to control, easier to store, and better suited to focused prep work. It gives you enough surface area without extra bulk.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this be kept in a grooming or trailer kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003eYes. That is one of the main advantages of the smaller format. It fits naturally into smaller kits and does not take up unnecessary room.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this only for taping?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ans\"\u003eNo. It also works well for general surface prep, quick grooming cleanup, and targeted wipe-downs when you want a clean, compact towel close at hand.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Draw it Out®","offers":[{"title":"Single Towel","offer_id":47879487619331,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Pack","offer_id":47879487652099,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1668\/4655\/files\/edtcl.png?v=1774557608","url":"https:\/\/drawliniment.com\/en-au\/products\/equine-defender-surface-prep-microfiber-towel","provider":"Draw it Out®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}