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Alpine Beginnings
Kula Cloth® was born during a trip to the Alpine Lakes Wilderness in Washington State. Anastasia Allison was enjoying a spectacular sunset over Robin Lakes, when she walked around a Larch tree to discover...A giant pile of toilet paper.
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What is a Kula Cloth®?
Kula Cloth® is a pee cloth for anybody that squats when they pee.
pigtail ports for people with long hair
Rapunzel Fleece Lined Neck Gaiter
This is a double-layered, fleece-lined neck gaiter for cold weather activities. Mindfully designed with 3 unique 'pigtail ports' - the Rapunzel gaiter is specifically designed to be compatible with long hair for active winter pursuits. The gaiter works in three
specific ways, designed to keep you warm and your skin covered while recreating in cool temperatures: a single side braid or ponytail, pigtails (or double pony tails, and a back braid (or pony tail).
Rapunzel Fleece Lined Neck Gaiter (pigtail ports for people with long hair!)
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Kula Cloth® is a reusable pee cloth for hiking, backpacking, travel, and outdoor adventures—designed specifically for anyone who squats when they pee. Instead of using toilet paper (and packing it out), you simply pee and pat dry. That's it. It keeps you clean, dry, and comfortable outside, while also helping you follow Leave No Trace principles.
The Kula Cloth® was designed for anybody who squats when they pee (or uses a pee-funnel)! Some people use Kula as a handkerchief or a small washcloth.
Short answer: basically anytime you don't have a bathroom.
Perfect for:
- Hiking and backpacking trips
- Camping and overlanding
- Long road trips or van life
- Trail runs or alpine starts
- Festivals, porta potties, and questionable gas stations
Leave No Trace is the ethical standard for any wilderness activity. By using a Kula Cloth®, you are reducing the amount of toilet paper that you have to carry into the wilderness!
It's simple:
- Pee like you normally would
- Pat dry with the absorbent side
- Snap it onto your pack to air dry
The other side is waterproof.
Yes—very yes.
- Made with antimicrobial fabric
- Quick-drying materials
- Purpose-built textiles
Yes—you absolutely can. Many people pair it with a menstrual cup. The absorbent side is black, so it doesn't show staining.
Kula Cloth is:
- Designed specifically for peeing outdoors
- Antimicrobial + quick-drying
- Reusable and eco-friendly
- Actually works better than a bandana
Yes.
- Reduces toilet paper waste
- Made with non-toxic responsibly sourced materials
- Built to last for thousands of uses
On trail: rinse with water + biodegradable soap.
At home: machine wash or hand wash. No fabric softener, no bleach. Fasten snaps before washing.
Nope. The absorbent side is black, designed not to show stains.
No - Kula is meant to be reusable. When it's time to replace it, bring it to a fabric recycling location.
No. The double snap feature allows you to snap it closed so the used side doesn't touch your gear.
We've tested extensively in the Pacific Northwest and have yet to summon bears, cougars, or Sasquatch (tragically). Our 30 testers reported zero Sasquatch sightings.
Yes. It uses silver ions (Ag+) rather than silver particles. Non-toxic, non-sensitizing, and non-irritating to human skin.
People have used it as a handkerchief, sweat towel, dust mask, and bug swatter. Once used for pee, keep it for pee only.
The grey stripe of thread is retro-reflective - you can find it easily with your headlamp.
Absolutely not! Tag us on Instagram #staykula to be featured!
If you hate drip drying, don't want toilet paper, care about hygiene outdoors, or want to feel more comfortable peeing outside - then yes.
"I will never go back."