It shows how far the brand has come, and all power to them for that. I bought my first of there kit in 2010 and they have kept developing and innovating to get to this standard. Top drills👍
Got mine today, it has some nice design features. Have to see how I go on with those pit-zips, I've tested mesh-lined pit-zips in the past, and they didn't allow adequate air-flow. Of course, the mesh also stops you reaching pit-zips on garments underneath. I'm hoping the chest pockets get easier to open, because currently they're a struggle.
Don't own one yet but really looking forward to getting one but the only feature I might dislike about this jacket is the velcro/mesh on the back of the hood. I leads me to believe that water will leak through it. I understand the intentions but I feel like it's not a necessary feature.
Looks like a really useful lightweight jacket. Look forward to seeing how it performs in the wild. Helikon Tex make quality gear, I've got their poncho which is awesome. Thanks for filming guys, Andy
Cheers for the review, will prob get one. Have been using a swagman roll for a year. Tried sleeping in its sleeping bag mode at 5c and was too cold. Will be good for summer nights tho and useful as a liner. Minor issue, the head poncho hole is a little tight so have to remove hats / goggles before wearing. Awesome tho and very flexible. Def recommend it.
@Mater Disciplina Hey, I have an Observer Plus from eBay. Very expensive and quite heavy but really like it for stealth camping. Has more space than other similar bivys like the Alpkit version and better made. The side zip is great too. Downside is it weighs as much as a ultralight tent (esp if you use a tarp too) so wouldn't use for normal lightweight backpacking trips.
Yep, fancy one of these! A few questions though - is the fabric 'noisy' or low rustle like a typical canvas? Plus the jacket seems roomy, so is it still comfortable over a fleece? Cheers mate!
Hi I have the woodsman anorak and generally really like it. I find the one let down is that it isn't windproof, I'm guessing the Pilgrim is pretty much the same being the same fabric?
what sort of wax do you need for these jackets, Fjalraven wax is very pricey, so is there something else i can use, or does it need to be a specialist wax for polycotton?.
check out the nikwax cotton wash repellent av been using that on ma fjallraven g1000 gear and its sound... saves the faffin about rubbing the wax n melting into fabric shit.... wash ur gear a cple a times with the nikwax cotton proof swag and if u really want you can rub wax into it aswell..
“Rainy - Scotland “- wee piss from heaven......... I have some Helikon stuff in my wee opinion they are not desig at all for Scotland outdoor conditions and waxing them is a just stupid idea. They should laminate gore Tex and made one option available if you need jacket for wet areas. Good review lad
abazdarhon - gore-tex is a scam. I like the idea of adding wax to the places I need it, shoulders, hood, pocket flaps. It will be a lot lighter without Gore-Tex, and actually be breathable.
Tactical Ant I have few arcteryx jackets with gore- Tex as well motorbike gloves and motorbike suit from Klim with Gore-Tex and never been wet in pissing down day both in outdoor exploring or driving motorbike. Another plus from gore-Tex - it is breathable so no only you are dry from rain but while walking your body moisture is kick out. I don’t know what experience you had with gore-Tex laminate but I presume Non. Wax is good for females for they body wax not to put on jacket....
abazdarhon - it is physically impossible for vapor created by the body to exit out the pores of Gore-Tex membrane when the outer part of garment is wet. Your experience may have been due to your body not producing much vapor or it was all vented out the openings of the glove or jacket. My experience has been with Gore-Tex boots, and my feet getting wet from sweat because it wont breathe. Also with Gore-Tex jackets in the rain while working/ physically exerting myself and getting soaking wet inside from sweat, its no different than wearing a plastic bag. I think it’s especially noticeable with boots because the salts from your feet will quickly clog any of the membranes ability to breathe. Also, the boots are the first thing to get wet. Again, If the leather is wet, there is no possible way for the vapor to move through the membrane (due to 2nd law of thermodynamics), at minimum it would require a pressurized system.
@@tacticalant3841 YES! Gore Tex is someting for the Major City ... but those marketing storys will fail everywhere else - in Shoes, in the Woods and so on :-)
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I’ve had mine for a year and have been very happy with it. I’m slowly switching out my Fjallraven kit for Helikon-Tex.
It shows how far the brand has come, and all power to them for that. I bought my first of there kit in 2010 and they have kept developing and innovating to get to this standard. Top drills👍
Like, for the accent. I lived in Scotland for a year and still miss it. greetings from Greece!!!
I like the look of this, in that colour has the whole Bravo Two Zero desert smock thingy going on. Great review.
I've had this anorak for a couple years now and love it...great shell...mid layer adaptable for the full range of wx conditions...awesome garment!
Nice anorak!! Raining in Scotland who would have thought Like your channel keep it up
Ordered mine in coyote because of you mate! Great review! Stay healthy and powerful. Regards from Sparta, 🇬🇷🍺
Greetings from NYC. I just ordered mine based on your video. I got the green one and I cant wait to get it.
Watched this after seeing some of your newer videos, same guy but the production quality had really improved!
Nice one 👍 I do like helikon gear . Will be interesting to see how it gets on in the field 😁
Looking forward to testing it out mate seems a good bit of kit 😁
I have it and i love it really good it is really comfortabele and i am a big guy!
Keep us posted on what you use..I thought wax like the old Borbour jackets.
Loving the forcewearhq 💯😄
Got mine today, it has some nice design features. Have to see how I go on with those pit-zips, I've tested mesh-lined pit-zips in the past, and they didn't allow adequate air-flow. Of course, the mesh also stops you reaching pit-zips on garments underneath. I'm hoping the chest pockets get easier to open, because currently they're a struggle.
Got one totally happy with it .
Top gear that dude, got the jacket trousers and thermals n fleece lol
Looks like a quality jacket for sure🇺🇸🤠
Don't own one yet but really looking forward to getting one but the only feature I might dislike about this jacket is the velcro/mesh on the back of the hood. I leads me to believe that water will leak through it. I understand the intentions but I feel like it's not a necessary feature.
If you didn't watch this with captions on you're missing out
Great review, great jacket 🤘👊
Looks like a really useful lightweight jacket. Look forward to seeing how it performs in the wild. Helikon Tex make quality gear, I've got their poncho which is awesome. Thanks for filming guys, Andy
Cheers for the review, will prob get one. Have been using a swagman roll for a year. Tried sleeping in its sleeping bag mode at 5c and was too cold. Will be good for summer nights tho and useful as a liner. Minor issue, the head poncho hole is a little tight so have to remove hats / goggles before wearing. Awesome tho and very flexible. Def recommend it.
@Mater Disciplina Hi Mater, TBH never tried it. I prefer breathable waterproof bivy bags made from event or goretex.
@Mater Disciplina Hey, I have an Observer Plus from eBay. Very expensive and quite heavy but really like it for stealth camping. Has more space than other similar bivys like the Alpkit version and better made. The side zip is great too. Downside is it weighs as much as a ultralight tent (esp if you use a tarp too) so wouldn't use for normal lightweight backpacking trips.
Great video
Hi Great Video. How did you find the sizing could not make any sense of the Helicon-Tex sizing chart? cheers Jc.
Don your Garry......brilliant lol ...good review....well done big man
Thanks for the great review. I've been looking for a review in a language I can understand. May I ask what size you went with and you height?
I am 5_10 I went with the large 👍
@@blackbelt7931 Thank you
Yep, fancy one of these! A few questions though - is the fabric 'noisy' or low rustle like a typical canvas? Plus the jacket seems roomy, so is it still comfortable over a fleece? Cheers mate!
Its low noise mine is a large fits over a fleece no drama but is not to baggy 👍
@@blackbelt7931 Cheers mate! I think one of these might be heading my way then!
we like it! :)
Hi I have the woodsman anorak and generally really like it. I find the one let down is that it isn't windproof, I'm guessing the Pilgrim is pretty much the same being the same fabric?
I was hoping the Pilgrim is wind proof.
what sort of wax do you need for these jackets, Fjalraven wax is very pricey, so is there something else i can use, or does it need to be a specialist wax for polycotton?.
you can make Fjalraven wax out of beeswax and paraffin wax for a fraction of the price
Sorry if you told it yet, but what size is yours? Me 178cm / 110kg. Would XL fit me?
great review!!! thx
I'm about to order one but I need to know how it performs in regards to raining. Is it waterproof ? Or at least does it dry fast?
Not waterproof but can be waxed and does dry out very fast
check out the nikwax cotton wash repellent av been using that on ma fjallraven g1000 gear and its sound... saves the faffin about rubbing the wax n melting into fabric shit.... wash ur gear a cple a times with the nikwax cotton proof swag and if u really want you can rub wax into it aswell..
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“Rainy - Scotland “- wee piss from heaven......... I have some Helikon stuff in my wee opinion they are not desig at all for Scotland outdoor conditions and waxing them is a just stupid idea. They should laminate gore Tex and made one option available if you need jacket for wet areas. Good review lad
abazdarhon - gore-tex is a scam. I like the idea of adding wax to the places I need it, shoulders, hood, pocket flaps. It will be a lot lighter without Gore-Tex, and actually be breathable.
Tactical Ant I have few arcteryx jackets with gore- Tex as well motorbike gloves and motorbike suit from Klim with Gore-Tex and never been wet in pissing down day both in outdoor exploring or driving motorbike. Another plus from gore-Tex - it is breathable so no only you are dry from rain but while walking your body moisture is kick out. I don’t know what experience you had with gore-Tex laminate but I presume Non. Wax is good for females for they body wax not to put on jacket....
abazdarhon - it is physically impossible for vapor created by the body to exit out the pores of Gore-Tex membrane when the outer part of garment is wet. Your experience may have been due to your body not producing much vapor or it was all vented out the openings of the glove or jacket. My experience has been with Gore-Tex boots, and my feet getting wet from sweat because it wont breathe. Also with Gore-Tex jackets in the rain while working/ physically exerting myself and getting soaking wet inside from sweat, its no different than wearing a plastic bag. I think it’s especially noticeable with boots because the salts from your feet will quickly clog any of the membranes ability to breathe. Also, the boots are the first thing to get wet. Again, If the leather is wet, there is no possible way for the vapor to move through the membrane (due to 2nd law of thermodynamics), at minimum it would require a pressurized system.
@@tacticalant3841 YES! Gore Tex is someting for the Major City ... but those marketing storys will fail everywhere else - in Shoes, in the Woods and so on :-)
What's with the punished decal on your t shirt? Are you supposed to be the punisher?