Nice jacket, very military style. Works great under a vest during airsoft games. The collar, which hides the hood, is quite thick and high. The jacket, of course, is not insulated—it's just softshell. As for the Pencott Wildwood camouflage, note: on Softshell products it is noticeably lighter compared to regular Helikon clothes.
Helikon-Tex Blizzard StormStretch Jacket - Navy Blue
A lightweight softshell jacket made from a flexible, modern StormStretch, fabric that offers good breathability and durability. The jacket’s exterior is coated with DWR, which protects against dirt and light rain. Thanks to its elongated fit and adjustable key features, the jacket fits the body well while allowing for additional layers of thermal or fleece clothing.
elastic StormStretch material, DWR coating
The jacket is made from a modern StormStretch fabric, combining nylon and elastane. The material is characterized by high resistance to abrasions and mechanical damage while maintaining the necessary elasticity for dynamic movement in the terrain. The fabric structure allows for effective heat and moisture dissipation, enhancing comfort during intense physical activity. The outer surface of the jacket is covered with a hydrophobic DWR layer, reducing moisture absorption and making dirt removal easier.
four practical pockets
The jacket is equipped with four practical pockets:
- two chest pockets with zippers and internal organizers
- two shoulder pockets
adjustable sleeves, ykk zippers, velcro fasteners, ventilation system
Sleeves from wrist to elbow are reinforced with a durable material, and elastic cuffs have been replaced with a velcro fastener, allowing size adjustment depending on wrist thickness and whether the user wears gloves or a watch. The jacket has velcro panels on both shoulders, enabling the attachment of patches or emblems such as a national flag, unit insignia, or Morale Patches, allowing you to give your jacket a personal touch. The hood can be conveniently hidden in the collar. Zippers are made by the well-known Japanese company YKK.
The jacket is equipped with ventilation panels under the arms that can be unzipped to aid air circulation during walking, climbing, or other demanding activities.
main features
- StormStretch material combining high durability with elasticity
- good breathability and effective moisture wicking
- hydrophobic DWR impregnation
- wind and light rain resistance
- adjustable hood hidden in the collar
- underarm ventilation supporting air circulation
- adjustable cuffs and bottom of the jacket
- reinforcements around the elbows and forearms
- 4 pockets
- velcro panels allowing customization
- durable YKK zippers
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Polish company founded in 1983, specializing in the production of tactical, military, and outdoor clothing. It offers a wide range of products such as clothing, backpacks, bags, and tactical accessories, which have earned recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its range includes standout lines such as: Bushcraft - dedicated to survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - created for shooters. Helikon-Tex uses modern camouflage patterns such as MultiCam, ATACS, and PenCott, ensuring adaptation to different terrain conditions.
| Insulation | No |
|---|---|
| Clothing style | Trekking |
| Color/camouflage | Blue hue |
| Material texture | Twill (smooth) |
| Membrane | No |
| Gender | Men's |
| Number of pockets | 4 |
| Hood | Yes |
| Main color | Navy Blue |
| Weight | 586 g |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Cut | Loose |
| Clasp type | Zipper |
| Sezon | Autumn |
| Manufacturer code | KU-BLZ-NL-37- |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 98% nylon |
| Additional material | 2% elastane |
| EAN |
The velcro panel is an area with sewn-on Velcro tape that allows easy attachment of various additional items, such as patches or pockets.
DWR (Durable Water Repellency) is a durable waterproofing treatment that increases the surface tension of water and creates a hydrophobic coating on materials. It protects the material from rapid soaking, improves drying, provides stain resistance and increases breathability.
YKK zippers are high-quality zippers commonly used in clothing and accessories, manufactured by the Japanese YKK Corporation - one of the world's largest zipper manufacturers.
Lightweight softshell fabric that provides protection from wind and light rain. The fabric is stretchable and provides freedom of movement during various activities.
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 78
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Size: 3XL
A very good jacket with attractive camouflage, bought at an exceptionally good price during a sale. It is true that only size 3XL was left, but thanks to the adjustability this is not a problem. I normally wear 2XL.
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I already have it in navy blue. Size M is perfect for a body of 176 cm and 80 kg. A very well thought-out windbreaker for every season (depending on what you wear underneath). It does not restrict movement, and its tactical look blends very well with regular clothes and does not attract attention.
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A great addition to the wardrobe – it's lightweight and, when folded, fits into a small bag (I'm using a 2L compression bag). At the same time, it provides good protection against wind and cold, and even protects against moderate rain. Works well for everyday use.
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The jacket looks nice and has a hood with a visor. It works well during cooler, but not very frosty days or when you ride a bike at temperatures between 10 and 15 degrees. The chest pockets and separate underarm vents, which improve ventilation, are a plus. In summary, it's a good choice for transitional periods as a windbreaker.
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Great quality. Tested the Pencott wildwood version. Unfortunately, NIR MWIR colors were not used here. This makes the jacket appear as a bright white glow in night vision at night.
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Super fitted, stretchy, very comfortable. Looks fantastic with Treadstone blue jeans... Highly recommend... bought in the Winter Sale for half price... ;-)
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It looks excellent and its workmanship is of a high standard, as with all Helikon products I have purchased so far. However, the size turned out to be different than in the Woodsman Anorak model – this jacket is larger. That's my mistake, because I was looking for something more waterproof, and this jacket is rather lightweight.
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The jacket does the job, it's super light and comfortable. If I had to complain, it would be about the collar with the packed hood – it puts a bit of pressure on the neck when fully zipped up, but overall, it's definitely a big plus.
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Very comfortable and warm softshell jacket. The material is pleasant to wear, the zipper moves smoothly. Nicely finished. Plus, nice colors and an attractive price. An additional advantage is that it's made by a Polish manufacturer, supporting the Polish economy.
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I have three colors and I'll probably have more because for me it's amazing. It fits well and keeps the temperature as it should. I recommend it and you can create a nice set, both for trips and for everyday use. 😀
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Nice product and I already have it in 3 colors, but I see that I prefer a size larger than I normally take in this jacket, because I use it more as an extra layer. The fleece is 2XL, but the jacket is better in 3XL because it’s not tight and has a bit of room. This is a better solution if I want to put something else under the fleece, and I can also fit it under the jacket 😀 because then I don’t look strangely stuffed like an overfilled plush toy 😀 I still recommend the product because it’s good, serves its purpose, and is lightweight.
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Here I have to say that it is well-made, and I’ll say this: if you’re planning to wear it over something else, I recommend choosing a size larger than you normally wear. Though I picked the largest size and it’s just how I like it—slightly loose, not tight-fitting. I wore it over a long-sleeve undershirt and it worked well for me at temperatures above 0°C—this was before the snowfall in Krakow 😄—so it was enough, though I was active at the time. Probably if I’d been standing around for a while, it could be different. The stowable hood with adjustment is sufficient for me. The sleeve pockets are adequate—they have zippers and Velcro for morale patches, so that’s a cool feature, too. The big chest pockets with double zippers have inner pockets. It makes a nice set together with the pants 😄. Height: 185 cm, chest: 136/138 cm (always quite big here), weight: about 118 kg (going down thanks to cutting), so it fits a 'dragon' like me 😄. The Helikon Patriot fleece fits comfortably in XXL size. I recommend it because it’s a comfortable option for wearing in layers and to keep out the wind 😄
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Very nice jacket, even an elegant cut, very well-fitted hood with a brim. For cool (but not cold) days, or for example for biking at around 10–15 degrees (depending on individual preferences and what you’re wearing underneath). It's good that chest pockets serve as ventilation too (there are separate vents under the armpits). The only downside is that when the hood is hidden in the collar, it gets too tight around the neck.
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Great jacket, exactly what I was looking for: comfortable, light, fitted, lots of nice pockets, soft yet strong material, offers good wind protection. I highly recommend it.
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