I’ve already tested the sweatshirt a bit; light rain is no problem, and even in heavier rain it works fine for a shorter stretch and then dries quickly afterward. It also provides a bit of warmth. Lots of pockets. The zippered pocket inside a pocket is useful—you can keep your keys or something else you don’t want to lose in it. The material is a bit slippery, not like fleece, but I felt warm at around 10 degrees. I recommend it when it’s on sale.
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Stay warm with a tactical urban hoodie designed with a military-inspired look. Featuring numerous practical pockets and a relaxed fit, this hoodie is ideal for daily wear. Constructed from robust, long-lasting polyester, it dries more quickly than cotton and offers excellent breathability. The hood comes with a drawstring adjustment to shield against chill, wind, and rain. The main closure uses a YKK zipper.
The hoodie comes with ten logically placed pockets for optimal convenience:
- two spacious standard pockets, each including an extra zippered compartment for securing smaller items,
- two upper arm pockets with YKK zippers,
- two chest pockets, also fastened with YKK zippers,
- and two open pockets located on the inside of the hoodie.
Every pocket is crafted from highly durable Rip-Stop fabric, resistant to abrasion and tearing.
Sleeves feature velcro panels designed for attaching various patches, such as a national flag, unit insignia, or Morale Patches, enabling a personalized touch.
Elastic cuffs at the sleeves and hem help maintain a comfortable internal temperature. A high-set zipper on the main closure creates a flange that offers protection for the neck in adverse weather.
Technical data
Main material: 100% polyester
Pocket material: 50% cotton, 50% polyester
Pocket lining material: 100% polyester
Color: Black/Desert Night Camo
Weight: 780 g
Manufacturer: Helikon-Tex, Poland
Camouflage Desert Night Camo
Desert Night Camo (DNC) is a unique camouflage design engineered by the US Army during the 1980s, specifically intended for nocturnal missions in desert environments. Created to be worn as an overlay atop standard uniforms, DNC gained primary use during Operation Desert Storm in the Persian Gulf. The pattern is characterized by a grid formation of dark green squares and crosses laid over an olive-green base. The primary objective of this pattern was to hinder detection by early enemy night vision equipment. While offering moderate effectiveness in obscuring imagery from night vision optics, DNC marked a significant advancement in the field of nighttime camouflage.
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 | Tactical |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Material type | Synthetic-natural |
| No | |
| Waterproof | No |
| Weight | 780 g |
| Clasp type | Zipper |
| Season | Spring, Autumn |
| Hood | Yes |
| Number of pockets | 10 |
| Camouflage | Desert Night Camo |
| Main color | Black |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Thermoactive | No |
| Material texture | Twill (smooth) |
| Material flexibility | Inextensible |
| Manufacturer code | BL-RHF-PO-010LA- |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | Polyester |
| Additional material | Polyester, Polyester, Cotton |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 105
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Size: XXL
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Size: L
I have never had a better quality hoodie, warm, durable and with plenty of pockets. I appreciate the mesh inner pockets, very practical. We support Polish thought and idea!
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I bought this sweatshirt mainly because of the brilliant Black/Tiger Stripe pattern, and in person it looks even better than in the photos. The combination of black with the iconic tiger camo on the panels makes a huge impression and stands out perfectly in the city. As for functionality, this sweatshirt beats traditional hoodies hands down. Helikon managed to fit as many as 10 pockets here! The chest and arm pockets are closed with reliable YKK zippers and are perfect for documents or a wallet. In the large front pockets, there are smaller organizers hidden, so nothing rattles around inside.
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Nice sweatshirt, the camo fabric panel on the front of the sweatshirt, where the chest pockets are located, is a really cool idea. Tiger Stripe goes very well with the black elements - everything looks really great.
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Size: XS
This sweatshirt is just right for the autumn chill - it keeps you quite warm because the inside is lined with something resembling fleece. For me, its biggest advantage is the pockets, especially the two chest pockets, which can easily fit a phone. Another nice feature is the small hidden zip pocket where you can store a small item, such as keys. The biggest downside of this sweatshirt is the hood, which in my opinion is simply too small. Once you put it on your head, it is hard to cover it fully, and on top of that the sweatshirt rides up around the shoulders and the back of the neck. It is not comfortable to wear then. At the discounted price I definitely recommend it, but at the regular price I would think long and hard about buying it.
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Size: XXL
I bought it because of the promotion; at 135 PLN it would have been a sin not to buy it. I have all possible variants of Helikon kangaroo hoodies, so I have a basis for comparison. The hoodie is brilliantly cut, and its 10 pockets completely blow all the competition out of the water. It looks great when worn, is surprisingly warm, and resistant to light rain. I had it in Multicam Black, and now it arrived in Tiger Stripe. It has only one serious flaw: the base material is very poor (that black shiny polyester), it pills and snags terribly. I don’t know why Helikon decided to use the weakest material in their most expensive hoodie. When I see videos of people pushing through brush in the forest wearing this hoodie, it makes me laugh. This is definitely an urban, fairly delicate hoodie that can even get damaged from wearing a backpack over it. I do not recommend it for heavy field work; I definitely recommend it for everyday city use because it is a beautiful product.
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The sweatshirt is sewn very well; the label says Vietnam and, surprisingly, there are no loose threads, which is normally standard with Helikon. On the outside, where there is no camouflage, the sweatshirt is slightly slippery but pleasant to the touch; it is warm, yet the ventilation works well inside. The zippers work smoothly, the Velcro is okay, and the sizing is the same as on other Helikon clothing. It is roomy in the chest; as for the sizing, it is American — 2XS is on the tag. I normally wear M, but here I had to order XS. It is a pity that Helikon does not make typical European sizing. It can also serve as a first layer because you can easily fit even another sweatshirt over it. A big plus is the large number of pockets and the closable pockets inside the kangaroo pocket; it is a pity there is no cable routing channel in any of the pockets. The Tiger camouflage is very nice; it is a pity it is not on the back. On sale for 135 PLN, the sweatshirt is worth the price; definitely not more, because it also has its drawbacks.
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This is already my second sweatshirt. The camouflage also does the job. I haven't had a better-quality sweatshirt: warm, durable, and with lots of pockets. I appreciate the internal mesh pockets, very practical. We support Polish thought and ideas, as well as Militaria.pl.
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Size: L
The product is one hundred percent perfect. Order fulfillment was lightning fast. Militaria is a fantastic store. The sweatshirt itself is awesome, the number of pockets is sufficient, the size is perfect, and it is great for the current weather. Helikon is superb quality, and after this promotion the price is finally adequate for Polish realities and for the product. Greetings to the Militaria team.
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Size: XL
It’s simply a hoodie — no unnecessary extras. It looks good, although it’s a bit wider at the waist, but that doesn’t bother me. It has plenty of pockets, and the main compartments hide additional zippered pockets. I’m not sure it’s worth the regular price, but on sale I can definitely recommend it.
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Size: L
The hoodie appears to be solidly made and of good quality. The material feels more like a lightweight track jacket than a classic hoodie. It is also quite warm, so it is probably not suitable for summer. The pockets are very practical. The fit is fairly loose — I ordered an L, even though I usually wear XL, and it fits perfectly.
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Size: XL
I tried to buy this sweatshirt twice; the first time I just couldn’t get the size right — L was too small, XL was too roomy (I’m 185 cm tall and about 95 kg). In the end I kept the XL, which works as an outer layer — if you put a thin fleece and/or a long-sleeve top underneath, you can easily sit out half the night in the Bieszczady Mountains and watch the stars, even after the campfire has gone out ;-) Highly recommended!
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Size: L
Nice sweatshirt, the camo fabric panel on the front of the sweatshirt, where the chest pockets are placed, is a really cool idea. Tiger Stripe goes very nicely with the black elements. Everything looks very solid. I bought size L at 176 cm tall, weighing 96 kg, with a 116 cm chest, and it fits perfectly, although it could be a little shorter and the sleeves a little shorter too. I recommend it.
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Definitely worth it on sale.. Camo multicam black matches the rest of the black sweatshirt amazingly well.. a huge number of pockets.. chest, sleeves, hip, internal.. the sweatshirt looks great...
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Size: XL
An interesting camouflage pattern; I bought it to go with tigerstripe trousers and the whole outfit looks nice. Even though it is 100% polyester, apart from the camouflage inserts, it actually fits well and feels pleasant against the body. The arrangement and number of pockets are interesting, especially the so-called hidden ones. The downside of this sweatshirt is the waistband cuff, or rather the lack of one, because it is so loose and delicate that I am not sure it will not stretch out after one or two washes. For example, the Hoodie Lite sweatshirt has a much better cuff there; I can compare them because I have that one too. I bought it in size XL so that it would be a bit looser. For someone who is 183/86, size L also fits, but it is more snug. Overall, it is an interesting sweatshirt, and on sale for 140 PLN it is a real bargain, because the regular price of over 300 PLN is a big exaggeration.
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