HELIKON WOODSMAN ANORAK REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 11 вер 2024
- In today's video we take a closer look at my Woodsman anorak by Helikon Tex
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Waxed finish gives it a better look 👍🏻 Thanks for the review bro glad to see you back
Cheers buddy 😁 yeah I think so too. The darker weathered material does make it a much better looking jacket doesn’t it 👍
How does the fabric compare to fjallraven g1000?. Is it similar, or tough?
Thanks for the review. Just got it in all green, pretty amazing jacket for the price.
The green is such a great colour as well. Good purchase. Hope you enjoy it and glad the video helped 😊
Looks like a great jacket mate. I always liked the waxed look. Also congrats on the 1K subs!
Cheers Rob I’m really happy. Thanks for watching buddy 💪
I've had my eye on this jacket for a while, but like you point out the lack of waterproofness and feeling the wind puts me off. It's a shame because I like helikon stuff. Congratulations on the 1K mate 👍
Hey Steve thanks man, appreciate you dropping by. I could be wrong and it could be totally waterproof now I’ve waxed it. I just don’t think the back panel will stay dry in a massive downpour. It hasn’t been tested to be fair. The pilgrim could all be waxed though so would solve that issue if you did want one. Or you can do what I do and have a poncho for those times the heavens might open 😁
Andy you did a cracking job of that demonstration. I don’t think we would have those available in New Zealand but that colour actually really suits you, well done.
Thanks Dave I appreciate you taking the time to say that. It makes it all worth while 😁
Military first has a nz site and plenty of these for sale through other sites too.
Hi buddy, great review and thanks for the shout out. I do love my Pilgrim lots! The biggest downside for me is its not a day to day kind of jacket because I would defo wear it all the time I find it that comfortable. And congrats again on hitting 1k 👌
My pleasure mate! Hopefully the shout out will drive some traffic your way 👌💪
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 no doubt it will buddy, thanks. I really do need to give my YT channel more love mind you. It always comes second to my Insta account but I do have some plans in the pipeline 😊
@@OneLifeOverland good man will look forward to your future vids
Excellent review, great talking points. All other reviwers should take note..
Thanks man that’s very high praise indeed 😊 cheers for watching
Excellent work!! Congratulations reaching 1k !! 👍
Cheers dude 😁💪
BIG thank you for this review!!!
My pleasure. Thanks for watching 😊👍
Thanks I found this really helpful
You’re welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment
Fortis also do a decent smock, I think it's called the recon smock had one handed to me and I've hammered it and it's still going strong.
Nice review by the way and very decent pit zips on that too.
Cheers mate, and thanks for the recommendation. I’ll check that out 💪👍
Fyllraven no 8 for a third of the price?
Not quite I’m afraid. But it’s still a good option. The Pilgrim might be a better comparison because it doesn’t have the different back panel. But I’d take the fjallraven any day if I had the spare cash
I liked it at first impression, but now that I think about it...a jacket that's wind resistant instead of windproof...and no water protection...it's probably resistant to certain extent. But I believe there are better options out there. It's not the cheapest jacket in the world as well....
Definitely mate!
I think the coyote colour looks best anyway.
Would be interested to see the waxing process as this is something I'd certainly consider
Cheers mate. Unfortunately I didn’t film it but you can see some of the process on my Instagram. It’s definitely worth doing in my opinion 💪
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 awesome! Your jacket looks cool af waxed!
I imagine you just rub the wax into it whilst on a table.
Do you mind if i ask how you did it.
Cheers!
Yes that’s right Paul, the wax comes in a bar like soap, so I laid the jacket out on my table, and then just started rubbing it into each panel. Once I’d done a panel, I then get a hairdryer and melted it into the jacket. I’d say you need to do each panel 3 times before it’s good to go. Takes a while so set out a few hours, or do it over multiple days 👍
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 youre a legend! Thanks for the reply.
Subbed!
My pleasure mate, cheers for the sub 💪
Thanks I will make it work.i like the jacket .but I think I will be look at the p
Thanks for stopping by the channel 💪
Looks good on you, like the waxing
Cheers Paul 💪
Well I can honestly say It looks absolutely phenomenal with wax...Worth investing your time.
On a side note: arent sleeves to tight? they looked kinda tight?
Thanks very much I appreciate you taking the time to comment 😁 nah the sleeves aren’t tight at all. I did have a thick lined hoody on underneath this though so maybe that’s why they look tight. There plenty of room for me though 👍
A med is a small in us
I easily need a US medium now. Maybe even large 🙈
Hey, Buddy. Great looking jacket. If they made them in fat man sizes I might get one...LOL CONGRATS on the 1K subs BTW.... I knew it wouldn't be that long before you hit it.
Thanks Tiny, you’ve been supporting since the start. Really appreciate it man 💪
Thanks for sharing, Thumbs up 👍
Thanks man. Appreciate you taking the time to say 💪
Nice review. I have been thinking of getting one of these and found your video when trying to determine what size I would like. Seems like it would be better if it did not have that stretchy fabric on the back though if it compromises the wet weather protection... it is a big compromise for the wet weather?
Thanks mate. Yeah it’s definitely not 100% waterproof and would require maybe a poncho over the top in really bad weather. But I’ve not had any problems in light rain with a backpack on. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment 👍
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 I take it you have the EU medium - here in Canada, the sizing is listed as EU and US. That stretchy fabric on the back, you think could take some wax too?
It’s a UK medium mate, not sure if that’s the same 😬 I don’t think you’d be able to wax the back because of the material. It might melt under heat and I don’t think it’s absorbent like canvas so wouldn’t hold on to it
Can anyone recommend an inexpensive full zip. Wired hood jacket that I can wax myself. Needs to be over waist. Mid thigh length would be good
British army windproof smock, or one of the many smocks similar to it done by different companies? The original is 50/50 % poly-cotton I think, but a bit water resistant straight from the store and you can always wax or impregnate it with something. Most others seem to be poly-cotton in varying percents too or 100 % cotton or 100 % polyester. Many pockets, a big hood, full zip, up to your thigh.
Originals are something like 35-55 euros in surplus stores, depending on condition. Mil-tec makes them for like 55-65 euros, Helikon for a bit more but the quality is better...
Or buy a Gorka.
Great looking jacket! Just wondering though, what is a "jumper"? We call they one peice shorts/shirt girls wear in the summer a jumper or romper. Pretty sure that is not what you are wearing. Lol
Thanks mate
You might call it a sweatshirt or pullover. We also call them hoodies, which to us is a jumper with a hood 😁
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 ah, we call them a hoodie also.
Peace out bro 😄. Yeah I'm still waiting, it's been a month now! It's in a warehouse in Essex but the excuse is still 'due to brexit complications...'. If I get it this week I'll wear it on my bivvy camp I'm hoping to do this weekend 👍. Yours is looking awesome. Keep well, J 😊
Whaaat, a month! That’s mental, I would be complaining heavily to the company and expecting some form of compensation lol hopefully it’ll be worth it in the end mate. Can’t wait to see what the green colour looks like on. I bet it’s ace. I’ll look forward to the bivvy camp video. Where are you off to?
Hey, just noticed you hit the mighty 1K, well jel 😄😄. Very well deserved, congrats!
Yes mate. Got a notification out of the blue from UA-cam last night. Well chuffed. Especially as I’ve not been creating much content recently.
You’re not far behind mate, I reckon inside a month and you’ll be there pal
And thanks for your constant support on the channel man, it mean a lot 💪
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 it's just a short bike ride away (but I'll probably drive). It's the crater I visited a couple of videos back 👍
Helton tex cost to much to ship back .iwill have lose some weight haha. But now I no the size run .it came from poland.
Ahh sorry to hear that mate. I think mine did come from Poland actually, but then sourced though a different company that had a returns policy. I need to lose some weight for mine too it’s a tad snug now 😂
Thinking about waxing mine. I have a little bit of the Greenland wax. How much wax did you go through to complete the anorak?
Hey mate. I used virtually a whole bar. I did 2-3 applications of it to really impregnate the wax in. Might get away with a bit less though
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 Thanks! I think I'm gonna go for it. Love the look and the added waterproofing. I appreciate the videos. I subbed after your first video of yourself in the Polish Lavvu. If I remember correctly you have a size 1. That video helped in my decision to go with the size one. Your videos are having an impact all the way in Kansas in the USA. Keep it up man!
That is such a lovely comment to receive. Thanks mate you have made my day ☺️ I’m glad the videos have helped you
What size do you have here. How long are you and weight? I am 185 and 85 kg what size do you rekomend?
I have a medium. I’m about 174cm and 88kg
I have the pilgrim jacket and trousers on par with fjallraven same poly cotton
I looked at the trousers too. I’m a short legged dude, do you know if they accommodate that?
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 yes they do they are a bit short for me to be fair I'm long legged
Sounds perfect thanks mate
Hiya mate. Great review.
I'm around 12st and 5ft 8.
Really want one of these but not to layer anything under. Would a small fit OK? Are they generosity in fit? I'm usually a medium in all my other gear. I have a Helikon Mistral in small and it fits OK, but it's a very stretchy material, like soft shell. Many thanks 👌
Thanks man. Appreciate you taking the time to comment.
Well I’m currently a large and I can still wear mine with no issues so you might well get away with a small. I’d just advise you to make sure you get it from a reputable seller that has a returns process just incase you do need to rerun it 👍
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 great! Many thanks mate.
Love the Fjallraven wax look too. 😊
Just ordered one of the green chaps 😁😁👍
I love the green one. That’s actually the one I wanted but it was out of stock and I was too impatient 😂 hope you like it when you get it mate
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 thanks mate. The Coyote is sublime too.... I was torn between the two! 😁
My Woodsman arrived today. What a stunning piece of outerwear! Size small (EU) spot on for me (I'm normally a UK medium). Thanks again bud. Happy camping 😁👍
Not warm... could be good for down under then.
Especially with the vents.
Could be a good shout. It’s pretty durable in the bush 😊👍
Thanks for the review, mine arrived yesterday but I’m going to need a bigger size unfortunately. Are you still wearing this one year on or have you moved on to something else, if so why?
Something that may be of interest to you is a traditional waterproofing method using beeswax and boiled linseed oil. It’s very durable and you just paint it on. Survival Russia gives the “recipe” on one of his vids.
Thanks mate. Yeah I still wear my medium (although it’s a bit snug now I’ve gained a couple of stone lol). Thanks for the tips
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 Thanks for the reply. I decided to go for a Varusteleka Särmä instead. It feels a bit better more robust it’s windproof and it’s cheaper as well.
Happy days mate. Glad the video helped you make a decision and don’t hesitate to report back on your new purchase once it’s arrived. Be interested to know how it performs 💪
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 Yep, will do. Thanks for your help. 👍
Cracking review I really like that jacket but not being wind proof or water proof puts me off I use a Ridgeline smock that's warm windproof and waterproof but it's not spark proof atvb jimmy 😎😎
Hey Jimmy, hope you’re well mate. Yeah I agree the Ridgeline Monsoon smock would be better in bad weather. I have read it’s not very breathable though, how do you find it? This jacket is great for sitting by the fire though or exploring through dense woodland so has its purpose. Usually I’ll carry a poncho as a waterproof layer 👌
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 I don't have any problems with it as I only wear a T-shirt under it when walking I have had a few burns in it from spark I've been using it for over two year's on all my camps and love it obviously it has a few patch up area's but it adds caricature 😂😂😂
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 also congratulations on passing 1,000 sub's mate 👍👍👍👍
I may invest in one of those for the winter months then. At least I’ve got almost a full year to save lol thanks for the info Jimmy 👍
Cheers buddy 😁💪
Hi bro,
What is the size of your jacket and your tall please to compare with me 1.70m for 72kg
Hello mate. When I’m 1.73cm and when I filmed this I was approx 80kg
it's bad that the back is made with this rag, is the point in impregnation if the back is full of holes?
Hey Carhard. I’d still say it was worth waxing just for the extra windproofing alone. And for the cool look of course. I much prefer the darker material to the original light brown. But agree if you’re doing it just for waterproofing it’s probably not gonna live up to your expectations if the back leaks. Thanks for watching buddy
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 Yes . so it is, I also wax often for tactile and aesthetic reasons, it helps from moisture only but not from rain
@@carhard_oldmachine5333 thanks for the info mate. How often do you need to reapply it? 😊
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 Not often, once, every two or three years
@@carhard_oldmachine5333 thanks for the info mate
I just got one.and a m .is to small.did not no the size was in UK
Where did you get it from? Hopefully you’ll be able to return it and get a larger size
Wax on wax off grasshopper....i thought it was Billy Joe Saunders when the video first started :)
Thanks man. I’ll take that all day long. He’s got more hair than me though 😂 thanks for watching pal
Good video
For the future use fabsil gold to waterproof a jacket
Thanks man. I actually have used that before on one of my fishing jackets. Much easier to apply than the wax 😂
Hey man where yah been funny guy, I’m missing you?
Aww mate what a lovely message to receive. Thanks that’s made my day. I’ve been on a break recently. Lots of life changing things have happened in the last few months. I’m planning a come back soon though and will explain all. Thanks for checking in man
@@steelmanoutdoors4479 All the best, look forward to the return of the SteelMan.
Hey Andy, hope you're well! Drop us a message though Instagram 🐾
cant wax the back, thats a dealbreaker, cant buy this
Yeah I’d say it’s the major downfall of this model. The pilgrim is better if you want to wax it all though 👌