Originally Posted by Belugadave
That's also exactly what I do. A nice cotton cloth that absorbs all the sweat and feels good on the face.
REI and other such stores sell a chamois-like backpacker's towel that is very, very light and incredibly absorbent and quick-drying. The smallest size is perfect for a cyclist's needs, and fits easily in the back pocket of the jersey. Of course, here in southern California, where the air is so dry. . . .