I’ve used the seat cover four times in the past four days. While I expect the smooth side was intended for summer, I actually like the velvet side better, because I don’t stick to it and I feel like it does absorb sweat. I really like the pocket, although I did have a hard time with it slipping down and getting stepped on as we stepped in to and out of the cart. Since the weather was rainy, I’ve had to wash it twice already, but I will say that all the dirt came out beautifully. I love the way that it folds up into a little bag with a handle. I’ve seen less expensive ones online, but they don’t appear to be reversible and don’t have that feature. Definitely recommend!