I highly recommend this fleece from the bottom of my heart. It is lightweight, comfortable, and warm. The fleece is so pleasant that my fiancée wanted to get one for herself as well. A big advantage of this fleece is the visor on the hood and the high collar.
Helikon-Tex Patriot Polar Mk2 Hybrid Fleece - Tiger Stripe
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Helikon-Tex Patriot Polar Mk2 Hybrid Fleece - Tiger Stripe
A sweatshirt featuring a hood in Tiger Stripe camouflage, crafted from fleece. The fabric delivers excellent thermal insulation, even in extreme cold, while effectively allowing excess heat and moisture to dissipate. Through the application of a dual-layer Hybrid Fleece material, each layer possessing unique characteristics, a superior level of thermal protection is achieved without adding unnecessary weight to the fleece.
340 g/m2 grammage, reinforced sleeves
The exterior utilizes classic thick fleece with a weight of 340 g/m2, while the interior is lined with Grid Fleece featuring a mesh design for enhanced comfort and increased breathability. To optimize thermal regulation, zippered vents are placed beneath the armpits. Cuffs are equipped with elastic drawstrings to ensure a secure fit around the wrists.
Zipper, extended cut, roomy hood
The sweatshirt features a two-way zipper closure. The back section is slightly extended to provide extra protection for the lower back against wind. The tailored fit ensures easy access to pockets and any gear attached to the waistband. The hood offers ample space to fit comfortably over a cap. A soft visor shields the wearer from water dripping onto the face. The hood is integrated into the collar in a manner that prevents the lining from exposing the neck, offering added wind protection to vulnerable areas. Soft Velcro panels on the shoulder pockets enable the attachment of patches or insignia. Laser-cut panels with dedicated grommets support the carrying of additional tools, such as tactical pens or compact flashlights.
7 pockets
- Two chest pockets secured with zippers
- Two hip pockets equipped with zippers
- Two sleeve pockets positioned at shoulder level
- One inner open pocket
Main features
- 340 g/m2 fabric weight
- Seven roomy pockets
- Back extended cut
- Large hood
- Adjustable elastic cords
- Velcro patches
Camouflage Tiger Stripe
Tiger Stripe is a series of camouflage designs that originated in Southeast Asia, with the variant created in the Republic of Vietnam standing out as the most recognized. The pattern draws inspiration from the French Lizard camouflage, modified to suit tropical environments. Tiger Stripe features irregular brushstroke-style bands in various shades of green and brown, interspersed with broader, grayish stripes all set against an olive or khaki backdrop. Such camouflage proves highly effective in dense jungle and tropical forest settings, providing excellent concealment among low to medium vegetation. The distinct pattern disrupts the outline of the wearer, making detection at close range challenging and enabling seamless blending into the shifting, shadowed terrain. The name "Tiger Stripe" references a tiger’s fur, as the camo mimics the animal's natural striping, an advantage in situations demanding superior silhouette disruption amid lush greenery.
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Europe-based brand delivering trusted quality and accountable manufacturing 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 gained recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its offer includes distinctive product 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 various terrain conditions.
| Clothing style | Tactical |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Material type | Synthetic |
| No | |
| Waterproof | No |
| Weight | 860 g |
| Grammage | 340 g/m2 |
| Clasp type | Zipper |
| Hood | Yes |
| Main material | 100% Polyester |
| Number of pockets | 7 |
| Camouflage | Tiger Stripe |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Thermoactive | No |
| Material texture | Fleece |
| Material flexibility | Inextensible |
| Manufacturer code | BL-PJ2-FH-62 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| EAN |
Hybrid Fleece
Hybrid Fleece is a hybrid fleece fabric with a two-layer construction. The outer material is a classic fleece, while the inner material is a so-called Grid Fleece with a mesh structure that improves breathability while maintaining warmth.
Grid Fleece
Grid Fleece is a type of fleece characterized by a mesh construction that allows for efficient moisture wicking, providing faster drying and better ventilation. It allows to maintain thermal comfort, through the air that is trapped inside the mesh cells, creating an insulating layer. It is usually made of synthetic fibers blend, thanks to which it is also lightweight, soft and flexible.
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Number of reviews: 154
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A... Review confirmed by purchase
I don't know if there's anything bad you can say about Helikon's products. Bought mainly for cycling during colder days. I am extremely satisfied with this product; numerous mesh pockets and additional vents guarantee that you won't get sweaty during intense pedaling, and the fact that you don't have to unfasten the front ensures you won't get chilled by the wind. If someone is looking for a good fleece, I can definitely recommend this one.
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I bought the Helikon-Tex Patriot Mk2 fleece and was positively surprised by its quality. The only thing I can complain about is the slightly stiff zipper. Other than that, I'm happy with my choice and the shipping was express!
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G... Review confirmed by purchase
Polar worth recommending, everything as described. I am pleasantly surprised. Perfect for colder days and not only. Comfortable and, what’s nice, it has a lot of pockets.
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K... Review confirmed by purchase
The fleece is not as warm as its military, basic predecessor, in my opinion it is more breathable. The hood is described as spacious, so you can put a hat under it. Unfortunately, this may be true for people without a neck; if you have one, the brim of the hood sits on the top of your head. You could try pulling it on, but then it gets really tight at the back of your neck. It’s missing about 7 cm. The hood adjustment elastic broke after a week of use. It's not a big deal, but in such a fleece, it doesn't look good.
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A... Review confirmed by purchase
I have been using the Polar for 9 months and I can honestly recommend it. It is comfortable, very warm, and pleasant to the touch. Compared to the previous version, it is definitely slimmer, so it will suit slimmer people more. It is also thinner, but thanks to the honeycomb-structured lining inside, I haven't noticed it being any colder than the original. I’m happy to wear it both when going out in the city and in the forest.
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P... Review confirmed by purchase
Very good fleece Another fleece from the Helikon family after the classic I have size S in the classic with a height of 170 cm and weight of 77 kg, and I was hesitating whether to take S or M, but I chose M and it was a very good choice
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k... Review confirmed by purchase
I went for the 2nd version because the new one is still too expensive. Nice fleece, very warm, works well for those spring days when it's warm and cold. It's not a regular fleece, it already has this new checkered pattern on the inside, so it's not as thick as an ordinary fleece, but it keeps you nicely warm. I recommend waiting for a promotion before buying. The zipper is okay, although you have to struggle a bit to fasten and unfasten it, it's because of this double zipper that you have to line up evenly from bottom to top to close. For now, that's the only downside. I recommend it.
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Very comfortable and warm fleece sweatshirt. The material is pleasant to wear, the zipper works smoothly. Nicely finished. Plus, nice colors and an attractive price. Another plus for being made by a Polish manufacturer and supporting the Polish economy.
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P... Review confirmed by purchase
I hesitated a bit before choosing this fleece, I was aiming more for the PRO version, which seemed to fit UHS better, but in the end I decided on this one. It’s fairly roomy, so if you want to wear it under a jacket, either get a smaller fleece size or a larger jacket size (than usual). It holds warmth well, but with stronger gusts of wind a softshell is useful with it. I’m satisfied :)
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I really liked this fleece sweatshirt. At first, I considered buying the mk1, but I decided against it because of the hood—the mk2 version has a smaller one, which suits me better. I am 188 cm tall and weigh 105 kg, and the 3XL size fits perfectly. If you plan on hiking with a backpack, this fleece will work great because it breathes well and has zippers under the arms for extra ventilation. On colder days, when I'm doing less demanding activities like walking the dog, I wear it under a waterproof jacket—they make a very warm set together.
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M... Review confirmed by purchase
I chose the Patriot Mk2 because I was looking for a single fleece jacket that would work both for daily use and during longer stays outdoors. It has practically become my main outer layer. This is the kind of model you put on 'for a moment', and then it turns out you're wearing it for the third day in a row because it just does its job so well.
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b... Review confirmed by purchase
This is already my second MK2. Great for moderately cold days, very functional, practical pockets. It's not as warm as the first-generation Patriot, but it's sufficient. Helikon could release a version without a hood.
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Excellent material and workmanship. It keeps warmth very well and the pocket layout is perfect - well done Helikon. Size M is ideal for 180cm height and 100cm chest.
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M... Review confirmed by purchase
For me, probably the best fleece from Helikon. Well-fitted, the pockets are well placed and it is warm, definitely warm. There are often promotions so you can hunt for it at a good price.
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