Excellent and warm fleece. Size M fits perfectly for 180cm height and 75kg, it is neither too tight nor too loose. The hood covers the whole head like a cap. The zipper works properly, nothing gets stuck. I recommend it.
Helikon-Tex Patriot Pro Fleece - Black
Black hooded sweatshirt crafted from innovative StormFleece fabric, merging the benefits of both warm fleece and lightweight softshell materials. Ideal for those seeking a garment that delivers outstanding cold insulation, making it perfect for daily wear, hiking adventures, and various outdoor pursuits.
By utilizing a dual-layer fabric featuring distinct properties, a superior level of thermal protection is achieved, all while preserving lightweight construction and minimizing overall weight.
Stormfleece fabric - warm fleece and lightweight softshell
Constructed with advanced StormFleece fabric, this model merges the benefits of two garment types into a single-layer design. Such construction ensures both superior cold weather protection and exceptional comfort during wear.
The outer fabric resembles softshell material and incorporates a grid fleece structure. Noteworthy for its stretch, it allows unrestricted movement throughout various activities. Additionally, the material delivers excellent breathability, efficient moisture management, and increased wind protection.
On the inner surface, soft fleece with extended fibers efficiently preserves warmth. The fabric dries quickly and feels comfortable against the skin. With an ideal weight of 256 g/m2, it provides reliable thermal insulation while maintaining a lightweight profile.
five pockets for accessories and sturdy YKK zippers
Equipped with five functional pockets, the hoodie ensures practical storage options:
- two hand pockets
- a single chest pocket
- two inner pockets
Each pocket is secured with robust YKK zippers paired with convenient pulls, allowing for effortless access, even while wearing gloves.
fitted hood, Velcro panels on the shoulders
A close-fitting hood delivers dependable head coverage, while a collar ensures effective neck insulation against cold temperatures. Velcro panels are integrated onto the shoulders, enabling easy attachment of emblems or patches. The panels include laser-cut slots designed for conveniently carrying extra equipment, such as pens.
two-way YKK zipper and elastic trimming
Secured with a two-way YKK zipper, the fleece ensures reliable closure. A snap fastener at the hem prevents unintentional unzipping. Elastic trimming at the cuffs, hood, and bottom hem provides a close fit and enhances defense against wind and cold.
main features
- StormFleece fabric delivers the advantages of two garment types in one
- Two-layer design provides both insulation and lightweight comfort
- External layer offers softshell-like performance
- Interior fleece layer features a weight of 256 g/m2
- Ergonomically shaped hood ensures superior head coverage
- High collar shields the neck area
- YKK zippers equipped with pull tabs allow for effortless operation
- Velcro panels on the shoulders accommodate patches
- Laser-cut openings facilitate attachment of accessories
- Five functional pockets provide ample storage
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.
| Clothing style | Trekking |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Black |
| Material type | Synthetic |
| Weight | 563 g (size L) |
| Grammage | 256 g/m2 |
| Clasp type | Zipper |
| Season | Spring, Autumn |
| Hood | Yes |
| Number of pockets | 5 |
| Main color | Black |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Material texture | Fleece |
| Material flexibility | Inextensible |
| Manufacturer code | BL-PPF-RP-01-B0 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 100% Polyester |
| 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.
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.
StormFleece is an advanced hybrid material that combines the features of fleece and softshell, providing warmth, breathability, and wind protection at the same time. The inner fleece layer with a weight of 256 g/m² features long, ultralight fibers that effectively retain heat, feel soft to the touch, and dry quickly. The outer softshell layer with a mesh structure wicks away moisture, remains elastic and smooth, while also increasing wind resistance.
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Review summary
Number of reviews: 23
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Excellent and warm fleece, not too tight or too loose. The hood wraps around the entire head like a hat. The zipper works properly, nothing gets stuck. I recommend it.
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The pullover is high quality, warm, light, and fits well, but... the material tears just from looking at it. I only wear it in the city, not in the forest, etc.
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The jacket is made of high-quality materials. It is warm, lightweight and provides good protection against wind. The hood proves to be very functional, and the collar is high and protects the neck well. The product fulfills its purpose perfectly. I am 185 cm tall, weigh 90 kg, and have an athletic build. Size L fits me perfectly – it is neither too loose nor too tight. I am very satisfied with this purchase.
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The fleece is very comfortable, warm, and pleasant to use. It is suitable for both everyday use and for trips. The color in the photo matches the real one. I highly recommend it.
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The Polar is excellently made and very comfortable, and the hood with a visor fits perfectly—almost like a cap. It's incredibly warm, but that comes at a price: during any exertion, you sweat quite a bit in it. I feel like the breathability is limited given the thickness of the material. I have a size L and it's fitted, which is comfortable but may also reduce the airflow inside. Great for static activities or very cold days, but too hot for intense hiking.
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I decided to return the fleece. Everything is fine, but the manufacturer skimped on the zippers—they work very badly, they are difficult to zip and unzip, and they function unevenly. The Velcro on the shoulders is also a bit much. Soon they’ll start sewing Velcro onto boxers and socks too.
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I usually wear size L, but the M size sweatshirt is even a bit too big. Overall, I rate it very well. You feel warmth as soon as you put it on. Truly a revolutionary fleece, light and very warm. It has one flaw: the fastening at the neck is terribly irritating... maybe I'll get used to it...
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I bought the fleece for myself as a Christmas present. I wear it as the main 'sweatshirt' under my jacket. So? It's not great. The insulation is mediocre, airflow is fine, but after three months, it starts to pill in spots where there’s slight friction. The big plus is the hood. For this price, Helikon, you didn’t do your best.
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After 2 months of use in subzero city temperatures, the fleece fulfills its tasks—light and warm at the same time. Under the fleece, a T-shirt and sweatshirt are enough, and at temperatures down to -10°C, it works, provided you’re moving and there’s no wind. When you put the hood on, it feels like you’re isolated from the world :), nice and warm, and the hood turns with your head. Highly recommended.
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The fleece is very well made. However, in my opinion, the old version is more functional. First of all, there are no pockets on the arms, no underarm vents, and the bottom elastic is too tight; a better solution would be an adjustable cord. It's something between the alpha tactical and a softshell, but in my opinion, it's not really suitable to wear under a jacket.
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The Polarek is nice... High loft, number of pockets, design, etc., everything is okay, but the price of 500 is highly exaggerated... it's okay when on promotion with some points deducted. With this material structure, reinforcements on the shoulders and elbows would be useful.
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Helikon Patriot Pro Fleece – Taiga Green This fleece jacket provides exceptional warmth and comfort even during chilly days. The material is sturdy, yet soft and pleasant to the touch on the inside, making it perfect for outdoor use. The cut does not restrict movement and allows you to move freely. The Taiga Green shade is extremely attractive – deep, natural, and much more appealing in person than in pictures. The jacket looks durable and stylish, making it great both for trips and for everyday wear. In summary – this is a very high-quality fleece that combines comfort, warmth, and an impressive color. Definitely worth recommending.
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Very good quality fleece. The price is quite high, but it's worth it. At 0 degrees Celsius, wearing a short-sleeved shirt and a Helikon LV 2 sweatshirt was comfortable. It wasn't warm, but I didn't get cold. 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. Additionally, it comes in nice colors and has an attractive price. Another plus for being made by a Polish manufacturer and for supporting the Polish economy.
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