It looks very similar to the Arcteryx Atom LT; at a marginal of the cost. The materials are practically identical. I’m just getting into this brand and recently bought the Woodland Anorak. Love it. I will take you advice on sizing. Luckily I will be going to Poland this summer. I will be buying this physically in store to avoid this problem. Great review!! Thank you so much for sharing.
Snugpak Torrent Extreme I've had my one for a couple of years now it was £189s but from OUTDOORGB it is now £97s it's for keeping you warm if you run cold like I do it has two outside zip pockets two inside deep mesh pockets and one inside zip pocket thick padded sinch hood with three cushions in it 1 top and one either side that's the 2xl I use for arm length and overall comfort plus there are under each arm a zip for ventilation down open naturally up closed great for if you are hiking in the rain and run a bit warm you can let ventilation in to cool down. That is my only go to winter jacket especially if I'm going winter camping.
Yes, with the confusion of sizes things have gotten kind of wild in the last few years. My good old SFU pants are a regular XL, but I had to take the UTP pants in a 3XL. The MBDU Flannel Shirt is also rather tight. You should order one size larger if you want to wear a warm layer underneath, for example.
Yup. It is a firm in Manchester, UK so having that price is normal if you are thinking of buying it in from the UK. You are better off buying it in your own country instead of buying from outside.
I have two of these hooded jackets, pencott green zone and a tiger stripe version, I’ve had both for over a year and they are possibly one of the best jackets I’ve ever had, the warmth and how light they are is amazing.
I’ve got the hooded version. Has excellent wind protection which kept me warm. Fabric does feel weak but I think it tougher then it looks, I accidentally got caught on a branch and thought for sure it’s ripped but not a scratch.
Also had problems with their sizes. I measured myself in cm and inches, looked up their chart and ordered Pilgrim anorak and pants. Pants fitted fine but anorak was far too small. Had to go up a size.
I owned two of these hoodless wolfhound jackets too, one extremely slim fit and one fit looser. My body runs cold so I feel this jacket works its best while being the middle layer or worn under the body armor with a tight fit. Overall great jacket, I do think its jacket works well while it fits closer to your body.
I'm looking at this jacket for under armor potentially for particularly cold days at work, so maybe to be used 3-4 times a year really. Have you had any issues with durability from the materials rubbing on the inside of your gear?
@@KR-bn4bg So far, No. I wear a size smaller than my usual military size so this jacket can fit nice and tight under my gear. And don't worry about size running small. this jacket is extremely roomy for some reason(for easy laying). I heard some people have issues with its sleeve being so tight and unadjustable that they can't wear it with tactical grooves, this never happen to me but do keep it in mind. In extreme conditions like crawling in mud or walking through dense woods, you will need an out layer like a BDU type of jacket to cover it. But in a city environment or light duty mission, this jacket will be more than enough to cover it all.
I purchased quite a few Helikon items over the years and I'd say half of those had to be returned due to sizing issues. One fleece jacket I got in a medium had arms wide enough to get my legs in the sleeves! Why this company can't get it right, I don't know. It is a complete lottery when you order, probably why here in the UK, so few places stock their stuff as the returns must be a nightmare. I will only buy if free returns, as I know there's a 50% chance it won't fit. BTW, if you want an insulated jacket that is true to size, both the Snugpak Arrowhead and Spearhead are excellent. If you order a large, that's what you get. I own both of those, super warm, high quality and perfect fit. Better than the Helikon Wolfhound by some margin.
Bought the Wolfhound with no hood in taiga green last fall direct from Helikon, and it was well worth the money. Looks great, fantastic insulating layer, classy enough for date nights and does weigh next to nothing. I get comments on it all the time. I had ordered a medium and they sent me a large, but I can't complain about that as I can layer under or over it with ease, and it's long enough to keep covered my belt-mounted EDCs with both hands stretched straight up. The stuff sack it comes with is a nice touch, keeping it clean and safe from rips and tears when jamming it into a pack or tossing it in the back of the car. Highly recommend. 10/10, great video Luke. Keep it up brother. Prost, from CT.
I run hot. The big problem I have with a lot of outdoor clothing is wool. I am allergic to wool on bare skin so I wear bamboo socks etc. I need to make sure all my under clothing stops all the wool touching me.
Looks like the current going rate to ship. This jacket at initial purchase is $67. Exchanges shipping rate have to be paid by buyer. So I hope I get the sizing right lol
Everything you wear looks good, Luke. I like to buy my clothing off the rack. For outdoor gear I shop at miitary clothing sales, military surplus or at Outdoor World/Cabela's. Layers are okay to purchase online.
Being British I purchase from Military 1st a few times a year. Their prices are a bit higher than other places but I don’t have to pay international postage with them. You have to remember they are importing Helikon tex products from Poland in the EU. There are some Polish based EBay sellers who I have started to use for Helikon Tex purchases but you have to weigh up the differences in the price and the postage, and then consider the likelihood and ease of having to return the product.
Great review. I was gonna purchase this jacket but based on your review and one other, I think it might be too delicate for the purposes I need it for.
If mentioning price gouging we have to mention Amazon. There many items including jackets like this one are changing prices daily sometimes and with 3rd party sellers. Even Amazon themselves sell items at crazy high prices. Not everything but I'm shocked people will overspend 2x-3x the msrp. Its really noticeable on cheaper items.
In defence of Military 1st this jacket is only £109 for UK customers which is around $109 USD right now. That elevated price you’re seeing is export and import fees. Here in the UK Military 1st are considered one of the best outdoor suppliers and they’re certainly one of the cheapest. Pretty sure if you got in touch with them they’d be up for having a conversation with you about what causes the price fluctuation.
Millitary 1St is my go to for helikon products here in the UK they are cheap and shipping is low. Shipping from helikon is a fortune. I’ve just checked and this jacket is just over 100 pounds here. Not sure why the price is listed so high for you guys, I also second the sizing they even list different chest measurements on different jackets it gets very confusing,
Hello Luke, I would like to ask you about the size. I usually wear US size S in the US military uniform, so this jacket has a hood version. I chose the European size two sizes smaller because it should be my size. You wear the European hood version. Size m, but it actually feels like xl. If I choose the European size xs, will it be my size? The hoodless version is US size s=European size m Thank you Luke for sharing. This type of product is very unpopular in Taiwan, and there are very few seniors or colleagues who can share or ask for advice. Thank you very much for sharing this type of military tactics product on TH-cam😺👍
I love this jacket! For the looks, the warmth, and the feathery light weight. Will eventually buy a second one. I also showed it to my spouse. She now already owns 2 of them. 😅
I have this jacket, but I use it as a layer under another jacket. I rarely wear it as the outer layer as I too feel it would tear easily. What I dislike are the cuffs. I imagine if you have big hands, you will have difficulty putting this jacket on. The cuffs just dont seem to stretch enough. Also, its made in China. Still, I like it and wear it most everyday as it works as intended.
Great review as always! Some people already mentioned that Military 1st is a UK based company and taxes for imports are an issue at the moment. What I'd like to mention is that Helicon-Tex have some really cool videos about animal shelters on their youtube channel - thought you might like those and might have not actively searched through their social media :)
I like the Helikon-tex packs I have. Bushcraft Satchel, Haversack and essentials kitbag. I've not had any of their apparel, but I've looked at their M65 Covert a few times. Nice review. Interesting.
I have this jacket along with the hooded version. Both mediums. The hooded version doesn’t have adjustable waist like the non hooded version so is a little looser around the waist with just some elasticity. Really great jackets for warmth and getting caught in the rain. My only slight niggle is the zips on the pockets get caught quite often on the material and the chest pocket soon developed a hole inside the lining on the non hooded version. Anyway great jackets and yea I did purchase them from Military 1st here in the UK but at normal prices . Sorry you guys don’t get the same deal as us.
In this day and age, 'tactical' means one of two things: A) nothing B) trumped-up cost of item to be sold to COD players living in mommy's basement The overuse of 'tactical' has led to the saying 'tacticool', which I commonly equate with Fudds. No word o' lie, I wear/own a lot of 'tacticool' gear, but I also spend a lot of time in the woods and use it for its intended purpose.
@@kerrybay7995 thanks. I asked a guy what made his flashlight tactical and he said it was that the on/off button was on the bottom. I think you explained it well. Flashlight = $2, same flashlight + the word 'Tactical' = $3.
Military 1st is an English company that used to have decent prices. But after England left the European Union (Brexit) something happened to their pricing, and now they are ridiculously expensive. Maybe something to do with taxes or customs fees? Cheers from Sweden!
If you want Helikon tex products there are a few good Poland based EBay sellers that don’t charge the same postage fees that the Helikon Website charges. Just a heads up.
Wow Luke, thank you so much for the supporter shoutout ❤️ Nice jacket and interesting to hear of the sizing issues, I wish sizing was consistent. Great heads up on how delicate the fabric is which will dictate the use. Awesome review. 👍
The problem with these companies is that their manufacturing is made in “Cheynaaa” (China) !!! Asian sizing and material cutting floors base their sizes on the avg. Asian physique, not European and NOT USA sizing. Having been in the Surf Industry for over 30 years I’ve seen the issues with imported clothing made in China. You can get more units of clothing out of a roll of material if you drop the avg. size run down a notch or 3 !!!!! Think about that when you do your shopping next time. 🙃😉✌️
Soooo in a nutshell, it's loud, crazy fragile and the sizes are a hot mess requiring me to enter a return product frenzy. Ummm no, why even bother??? A world of better choices does exist
I've yet to find a jacket that I could wear in inclement conditions that works as well as my M65 field jacket. Had it for decades and with yearly waterproofing it holds up quite well. With the liner I'm quite toasty in the really cold climates. Yes, it's bulky and has some weight, but I'm used to it.
Strange sizing - true. When it comes to clothing, I am a typical M Reg with all manufacturers. In case of Helikon it's S Long. As if they are making stuff for short but wide people.
Hi Luke, thanks for another good video and gear review. Can you please include the music links when they’re relevant? I like this at the end of the video, obviously you’ve got it from some free site. Thanks.
Hmm, really wanted to get one so I was really looking forward to your review. I did not expect that this would be of the same material as the windshirts, this might be a deal breaker for me... stuff is way too delicate for a jacket of that price.
Welcome to what women go thru all the time! LOL No consistency from one brand to another and even within the same brand from style to style. I have yet to purchase any clothing items or shoe items that came from China and had it fit properly. And that's after following their so-called sizing charts to the letter. And imagine the insult when you know you wear a large, but the measurements that they provide indicate it's a 3XL for their product. This is also a bit of a problem with American sports clothing, not just from China.
Hi Luke! I have been watching and enjoying your gear reviews and adventures for years! Didn't write a lot in the comments but felt I have to comment on the Military1st mentions in a few videos... Seems like others have written in the comments about this as well ;) I purchased from Military1st in the past and they had the best price then, shipping to The Netherlands and BEFORE Brexit! After Brexit this all changed...due to taxes and import rights... Still love my Helikon Tex clothing, packs and pouches....so now ordering straight from Poland makes much more sense! ;) I like your straightforward and open communication considering brands and companies, so maybe it's fair to mention the brexit/taxes equation for all fairness in a future video... ;) like I said: still makes sense to purchase from a different site if you don't live in the UK ;) Thanks for all the reviews and adventure videos! Greetings from the Netherlands! J.
Hi Luke, i have the older Version from this Jacket in Size XL. I buyed it for 100 € more or less. Ok, Companys has to make Money and this Price i was willed to pay. But 200 $ or more as 100 €, no way. There we comes in another Liga of Jackets. Best wishes from Germany, S & H, Kalli
Hi ! I've been watching your content for a while now and i dont know if you take some request from us . If yes would really appreciate your thought about the " QUAOU" Tent V2 . (th-cam.com/video/U4KqHb_HQ9c/w-d-xo.html) It is very intetesting because of its polyvalence such as : the ability to transform from a tent to just a bugnet tent to a hamock or even just a beach shelter. Its very unique and might be curious to introduce. That being said,another great video as always. Keep on doing your content which is useful even if we sometimes can't purshase some of those articles here in France .
I don't know of any retail outlets, but I am 6 foot, 155 pounds, and the large fits me great. Enough room underneath for a light fleece, and fits a jacket/vest/larger hoodie over the top with ease. Long enough to cover all my belt-mounted EDCs without presenting.
An extremely expensive for this POS...! Costco has a gray jacket for $40 that blows this away.. I wear it while speed bike riding and it blocks the wind very well and it quite comfortably warm..
Military 1st has a monopoly on the camo colors on Amazon. US store doesn't stock the flectarn etc. And the overseas website doesn't work for some reason. Irritating. I've been purchasing Militar German Military Surplus equivalent. Windrunner Shirt and Parka Anarak. Helikon Tex is difficult to purchase. I did manage to get a Pilgram Anarak. It's great. I think I'll give up on Helikon Tex. They don't want my business. And Military 1st can go to hell. They must have sort of deal with Helikon Tex so that the camo colors are not available except through them.
Well, it's a bit annoying when "army-level" clothes are made of silk :D Where can you wear such clothes? When you walk in the meadow? :D Such clothes are only suitable for airsoft group photos.
Ok, this is very weird.... I have a medium with a hood and it just.... fits like a medium as it's supposed to be. The best thing about this jacket is the breathability. It will keep you warm in windy conditions and in the cold, but it will also allow for enough ventilation through the fabric and allow you to be active without getting sweaty. I use it when riding my bicycle to work in colder temperatures and with a merino long sleeve, it's just about perfect.
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The con of the noise the jacket makes reminds me of the Seinfeld episode where George was “swooshing” around in his new suit 😂
🤣🤣🤣
It's gore-tex!
@@Finarvas 👍😂🤣
I remember that episode, when he was wearing that puffy, he reminded me of "the Michelen Man", LOL
That's all I needed to hear. Thank you for your review
Helikon Tex sizing issues are a never-ending topic!
It looks very similar to the Arcteryx Atom LT; at a marginal of the cost. The materials are practically identical.
I’m just getting into this brand and recently bought the Woodland Anorak. Love it. I will take you advice on sizing. Luckily I will be going to Poland this summer. I will be buying this physically in store to avoid this problem.
Great review!! Thank you so much for sharing.
Snugpak Torrent Extreme I've had my one for a couple of years now it was £189s but from OUTDOORGB it is now £97s it's for keeping you warm if you run cold like I do it has two outside zip pockets two inside deep mesh pockets and one inside zip pocket thick padded sinch hood with three cushions in it 1 top and one either side that's the 2xl I use for arm length and overall comfort plus there are under each arm a zip for ventilation down open naturally up closed great for if you are hiking in the rain and run a bit warm you can let ventilation in to cool down. That is my only go to winter jacket especially if I'm going winter camping.
Yes, with the confusion of sizes things have gotten kind of wild in the last few years.
My good old SFU pants are a regular XL, but I had to take the UTP pants in a 3XL.
The MBDU Flannel Shirt is also rather tight. You should order one size larger if you want to wear a warm layer underneath, for example.
The jacket on military 1st in the UK is only £109/$131.50 free postage in the UK. The $200 is probably including taxes and postage to the US.
Yup. It is a firm in Manchester, UK so having that price is normal if you are thinking of buying it in from the UK. You are better off buying it in your own country instead of buying from outside.
i have reversible wolfhound for 130€ with 20% christmas discount
love it
outer material feels more like a woobie material to me
Very inspire and knowledgeable videos keep them coming and good luck on everything you do
I have two of these hooded jackets, pencott green zone and a tiger stripe version, I’ve had both for over a year and they are possibly one of the best jackets I’ve ever had, the warmth and how light they are is amazing.
What's your measurements and what sizes did you get?
@@bobbybrowning5898 I’m a 46” chest and wear an XL
I’ve got the hooded version. Has excellent wind protection which kept me warm. Fabric does feel weak but I think it tougher then it looks, I accidentally got caught on a branch and thought for sure it’s ripped but not a scratch.
Also had problems with their sizes. I measured myself in cm and inches, looked up their chart and ordered Pilgrim anorak and pants. Pants fitted fine but anorak was far too small. Had to go up a size.
I owned two of these hoodless wolfhound jackets too, one extremely slim fit and one fit looser.
My body runs cold so I feel this jacket works its best while being the middle layer or worn under the body armor with a tight fit.
Overall great jacket, I do think its jacket works well while it fits closer to your body.
I'm looking at this jacket for under armor potentially for particularly cold days at work, so maybe to be used 3-4 times a year really. Have you had any issues with durability from the materials rubbing on the inside of your gear?
@@KR-bn4bg So far, No. I wear a size smaller than my usual military size so this jacket can fit nice and tight under my gear. And don't worry about size running small. this jacket is extremely roomy for some reason(for easy laying). I heard some people have issues with its sleeve being so tight and unadjustable that they can't wear it with tactical grooves, this never happen to me but do keep it in mind.
In extreme conditions like crawling in mud or walking through dense woods, you will need an out layer like a BDU type of jacket to cover it. But in a city environment or light duty mission, this jacket will be more than enough to cover it all.
Yes, helicon have different sizes for all their stuff. I always check the measurements on their website before ordering anything.
I've got 2 of their fleece jackets and like them both
I purchased quite a few Helikon items over the years and I'd say half of those had to be returned due to sizing issues. One fleece jacket I got in a medium had arms wide enough to get my legs in the sleeves! Why this company can't get it right, I don't know. It is a complete lottery when you order, probably why here in the UK, so few places stock their stuff as the returns must be a nightmare. I will only buy if free returns, as I know there's a 50% chance it won't fit. BTW, if you want an insulated jacket that is true to size, both the Snugpak Arrowhead and Spearhead are excellent. If you order a large, that's what you get. I own both of those, super warm, high quality and perfect fit. Better than the Helikon Wolfhound by some margin.
You look absolutely fantastic Dahling.
Great review, i could see this being good for a pack away moto camping jacket for once at camp or wear under shell on super cold days.
Have 3 😎 love mine very much👌
You should check out the Montane extreme smock it would suit your needs very well where you are.
Bought the Wolfhound with no hood in taiga green last fall direct from Helikon, and it was well worth the money. Looks great, fantastic insulating layer, classy enough for date nights and does weigh next to nothing. I get comments on it all the time. I had ordered a medium and they sent me a large, but I can't complain about that as I can layer under or over it with ease, and it's long enough to keep covered my belt-mounted EDCs with both hands stretched straight up. The stuff sack it comes with is a nice touch, keeping it clean and safe from rips and tears when jamming it into a pack or tossing it in the back of the car. Highly recommend. 10/10, great video Luke. Keep it up brother. Prost, from CT.
Loving your sunglasses!
I own an Irish Wolfound Dog soooo.... Anything named WOLFHOUND HAS TO BE GREAT!!!!😂😂😂
Thank you Luke😺👍
I run hot. The big problem I have with a lot of outdoor clothing is wool. I am allergic to wool on bare skin so I wear bamboo socks etc. I need to make sure all my under clothing stops all the wool touching me.
Looks like the current going rate to ship. This jacket at initial purchase is $67. Exchanges shipping rate have to be paid by buyer. So I hope I get the sizing right lol
The sleeve ends are elastic which keeps wind out. At least they were smart enough to add those.
Everything you wear looks good, Luke. I like to buy my clothing off the rack. For outdoor gear I shop at miitary clothing sales, military surplus or at Outdoor World/Cabela's. Layers are okay to purchase online.
Being British I purchase from Military 1st a few times a year. Their prices are a bit higher than other places but I don’t have to pay international postage with them. You have to remember they are importing Helikon tex products from Poland in the EU. There are some Polish based EBay sellers who I have started to use for Helikon Tex purchases but you have to weigh up the differences in the price and the postage, and then consider the likelihood and ease of having to return the product.
And this is why,buying over internet,usually creates problems...the sizes are not standard from one brand to another
Great review. I was gonna purchase this jacket but based on your review and one other, I think it might be too delicate for the purposes I need it for.
So what you are saying is, it's a nice jacket to wear to church on a cold rainy day .
If it fits
Amazing review!
If mentioning price gouging we have to mention Amazon. There many items including jackets like this one are changing prices daily sometimes and with 3rd party sellers. Even Amazon themselves sell items at crazy high prices. Not everything but I'm shocked people will overspend 2x-3x the msrp. Its really noticeable on cheaper items.
Amazon isn't the only company out there that are price gouging on product. If your going to attack one attack them all .
Camera looking good! Sharp image
In defence of Military 1st this jacket is only £109 for UK customers which is around $109 USD right now. That elevated price you’re seeing is export and import fees.
Here in the UK Military 1st are considered one of the best outdoor suppliers and they’re certainly one of the cheapest.
Pretty sure if you got in touch with them they’d be up for having a conversation with you about what causes the price fluctuation.
I used to buy from them before brexit, and also while visiting the UK, was a good store back then imho.
Agreed, here in Europe they have some of the best prices. Ordered plenty of stuff from Germany.
Hey can I ask what colour this is in? Is it just black or is it the grey one? Many thanks
Shadow grey
Had the same fitment issues. More's the pity.
The one thing that puts me off ordering online for Helikon is the sizing. Have heard stories of jacket sizes being all over the place
I had to but it twice myself. Sizes are in European measurements I’ve noticed. So I get the size up when I buy from them.
Love from Scotland 🏴
Millitary 1St is my go to for helikon products here in the UK they are cheap and shipping is low. Shipping from helikon is a fortune. I’ve just checked and this jacket is just over 100 pounds here. Not sure why the price is listed so high for you guys, I also second the sizing they even list different chest measurements on different jackets it gets very confusing,
The jacket looks nice.
Hello Luke, I would like to ask you about the size. I usually wear US size S in the US military uniform, so this jacket has a hood version. I chose the European size two sizes smaller because it should be my size. You wear the European hood version. Size m, but it actually feels like xl. If I choose the European size xs, will it be my size? The hoodless version is US size s=European size m Thank you Luke for sharing. This type of product is very unpopular in Taiwan, and there are very few seniors or colleagues who can share or ask for advice. Thank you very much for sharing this type of military tactics product on TH-cam😺👍
I love this jacket! For the looks, the warmth, and the feathery light weight. Will eventually buy a second one.
I also showed it to my spouse. She now already owns 2 of them. 😅
It looks well made.
I have this jacket, but I use it as a layer under another jacket. I rarely wear it as the outer layer as I too feel it would tear easily. What I dislike are the cuffs. I imagine if you have big hands, you will have difficulty putting this jacket on. The cuffs just dont seem to stretch enough. Also, its made in China. Still, I like it and wear it most everyday as it works as intended.
Cool jacket look great👍
Very nice video! Is your normal size medium? What size is your Patagonia fleece jacket?
I like Helikon-Tex products, I have their Ponco liner sleeping bag, and love it, it keeps me warm down to about 50f all by its self.
shouldnt zippers go from up to down to close? makes sense..
Great review as always! Some people already mentioned that Military 1st is a UK based company and taxes for imports are an issue at the moment. What I'd like to mention is that Helicon-Tex have some really cool videos about animal shelters on their youtube channel - thought you might like those and might have not actively searched through their social media :)
Like the jacket...
I also find Helikon-Tex's sizing to be all over the place, which is a real shame, particularly when you're purchasing online.
Great honest review
I like the Helikon-tex packs I have. Bushcraft Satchel, Haversack and essentials kitbag. I've not had any of their apparel, but I've looked at their M65 Covert a few times.
Nice review. Interesting.
Thanks Luke's enjoy honesty when come to your view on a matter tell Suzie HI. God bless you both and family.
I have this jacket along with the hooded version. Both mediums. The hooded version doesn’t have adjustable waist like the non hooded version so is a little looser around the waist with just some elasticity. Really great jackets for warmth and getting caught in the rain. My only slight niggle is the zips on the pockets get caught quite often on the material and the chest pocket soon developed a hole inside the lining on the non hooded version. Anyway great jackets and yea I did purchase them from Military 1st here in the UK but at normal prices . Sorry you guys don’t get the same deal as us.
what is a tactical look? What does tactical mean?
In this day and age, 'tactical' means one of two things:
A) nothing
B) trumped-up cost of item to be sold to COD players living in mommy's basement
The overuse of 'tactical' has led to the saying 'tacticool', which I commonly equate with Fudds. No word o' lie, I wear/own a lot of 'tacticool' gear, but I also spend a lot of time in the woods and use it for its intended purpose.
@@kerrybay7995 thanks. I asked a guy what made his flashlight tactical and he said it was that the on/off button was on the bottom. I think you explained it well. Flashlight = $2, same flashlight + the word 'Tactical' = $3.
Military 1st is an English company that used to have decent prices. But after England left the European Union (Brexit) something happened to their pricing, and now they are ridiculously expensive. Maybe something to do with taxes or customs fees? Cheers from Sweden!
If you want Helikon tex products there are a few good Poland based EBay sellers that don’t charge the same postage fees that the Helikon Website charges. Just a heads up.
My best wishes my friend. Great review
Good review I appreciate your opinion
What cap are you wearing? I've seen you wear it alot. I like it.
I think it's from smart wool
Thank you for the review Helikon -Tex wolfhound Jacket different sizes from different country's it a real pain in the butt Luke
I must not watch you enough, what's with the right side drive SUV?
It's a Toyota, Luke did a couple videos on it not too long back.
@@linedwell thanks I'll look for them
Wow Luke, thank you so much for the supporter shoutout ❤️ Nice jacket and interesting to hear of the sizing issues, I wish sizing was consistent. Great heads up on how delicate the fabric is which will dictate the use. Awesome review. 👍
The problem with these companies is that their manufacturing is made in “Cheynaaa” (China) !!! Asian sizing and material cutting floors base their sizes on the avg. Asian physique, not European and NOT USA sizing. Having been in the Surf Industry for over 30 years I’ve seen the issues with imported clothing made in China. You can get more units of clothing out of a roll of material if you drop the avg. size run down a notch or 3 !!!!! Think about that when you do your shopping next time. 🙃😉✌️
Seems like a really nice jacket. Hope the company standardizes the sizing.
Soooo in a nutshell, it's loud, crazy fragile and the sizes are a hot mess requiring me to enter a return product frenzy. Ummm no, why even bother??? A world of better choices does exist
Looking good luke. 👍
Nice review. I rarely get jackets without hood, but to each their own.
I've yet to find a jacket that I could wear in inclement conditions that works as well as my M65 field jacket. Had it for decades and with yearly waterproofing it holds up quite well. With the liner I'm quite toasty in the really cold climates. Yes, it's bulky and has some weight, but I'm used to it.
@Luke @TheOutdoorGearReview: which colour are you wearing? And: what's that zip vest? Both look awesome!
$261Cad? (@ Military 1st) No thanks! 🤔😅
Strange sizing - true. When it comes to clothing, I am a typical M Reg with all manufacturers. In case of Helikon it's S Long. As if they are making stuff for short but wide people.
Same here, im 170 cm long but wide, most XL Jackets and Trousers are perfect to me.
Hi Luke, thanks for another good video and gear review. Can you please include the music links when they’re relevant? I like this at the end of the video, obviously you’ve got it from some free site. Thanks.
Hmm, really wanted to get one so I was really looking forward to your review. I did not expect that this would be of the same material as the windshirts, this might be a deal breaker for me... stuff is way too delicate for a jacket of that price.
Helikon has changed size chart some time ago. You could get from old and new line.
that's good to know, thanks for the heads-up. When was this, approximately?
@@ericvandruten 2 years ago or something
Good afternoon from Syracuse NY brother thank you for sharing your adventures and equipment testing
Welcome to what women go thru all the time! LOL No consistency from one brand to another and even within the same brand from style to style. I have yet to purchase any clothing items or shoe items that came from China and had it fit properly. And that's after following their so-called sizing charts to the letter. And imagine the insult when you know you wear a large, but the measurements that they provide indicate it's a 3XL for their product. This is also a bit of a problem with American sports clothing, not just from China.
Hi Luke! I have been watching and enjoying your gear reviews and adventures for years!
Didn't write a lot in the comments but felt I have to comment on the Military1st mentions in a few videos...
Seems like others have written in the comments about this as well ;)
I purchased from Military1st in the past and they had the best price then, shipping to The Netherlands and BEFORE Brexit!
After Brexit this all changed...due to taxes and import rights...
Still love my Helikon Tex clothing, packs and pouches....so now ordering straight from Poland makes much more sense! ;)
I like your straightforward and open communication considering brands and companies,
so maybe it's fair to mention the brexit/taxes equation for all fairness in a future video...
;) like I said: still makes sense to purchase from a different site if you don't live in the UK ;)
Thanks for all the reviews and adventure videos!
Greetings from the Netherlands!
J.
The one thing I hate is a jacket with a double zip line. I @#😡🤬ing hate that.
Hi Luke, i have the older Version from this Jacket in Size XL. I buyed it for 100 € more or less. Ok, Companys has to make Money and this Price i was willed to pay. But 200 $ or more as 100 €, no way. There we comes in another Liga of Jackets. Best wishes from Germany, S & H, Kalli
Thanks Luke 🙏Strength and Honor my friend 🇺🇲👊
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Hi ! I've been watching your content for a while now and i dont know if you take some request from us . If yes would really appreciate your thought about the " QUAOU" Tent V2 .
(th-cam.com/video/U4KqHb_HQ9c/w-d-xo.html)
It is very intetesting because of its polyvalence such as : the ability to transform from a tent to just a bugnet tent to a hamock or even just a beach shelter. Its very unique and might be curious to introduce.
That being said,another great video as always. Keep on doing your content which is useful even if we sometimes can't purshase some of those articles here in France .
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Heilkon is US . Says it all.
Polish, actually. They just have an outlet in the US for quick shipping.
That look like a nice jacket
Things that are made in China never have size consistency.
Maybe this company is getting their products from different factories that have different sizings?
I always much prefer to try on clothes in person. Does anyone reading this know where that would be possible with this jacket?
I don't know of any retail outlets, but I am 6 foot, 155 pounds, and the large fits me great. Enough room underneath for a light fleece, and fits a jacket/vest/larger hoodie over the top with ease. Long enough to cover all my belt-mounted EDCs without presenting.
I was sold until those words "made in china" appeared!!!!!
An extremely expensive for this POS...! Costco has a gray jacket for $40 that blows this away.. I wear it while speed bike riding and it blocks the wind very well and it quite comfortably warm..
It is a good looking jacket 🧥. 🙏❤️🇬🇧
Military 1st has a monopoly on the camo colors on Amazon. US store doesn't stock the flectarn etc. And the overseas website doesn't work for some reason. Irritating. I've been purchasing Militar German Military Surplus equivalent. Windrunner Shirt and Parka Anarak. Helikon Tex is difficult to purchase. I did manage to get a Pilgram Anarak. It's great. I think I'll give up on Helikon Tex. They don't want my business. And Military 1st can go to hell. They must have sort of deal with Helikon Tex so that the camo colors are not available except through them.
Yeah. Military 1st is UK based, hence the price. Might get a flecktarn one as I am in the UK :)
So a 'tactical' jacket that is both noisy and delicate, hmmm
Well, it's a bit annoying when "army-level" clothes are made of silk :D Where can you wear such clothes? When you walk in the meadow? :D Such clothes are only suitable for airsoft group photos.
Ok, this is very weird.... I have a medium with a hood and it just.... fits like a medium as it's supposed to be.
The best thing about this jacket is the breathability. It will keep you warm in windy conditions and in the cold, but it will also allow for enough ventilation through the fabric and allow you to be active without getting sweaty. I use it when riding my bicycle to work in colder temperatures and with a merino long sleeve, it's just about perfect.
Their sizing is terrible would never buy, I hate returning stuff.
Yep military 1st is a complete rip-off company!
I ve bought their pants I have to say they are complete trash in the outdoors environment not up to snuff