Helikon-Tex Raid Polycotton Stretch Rip-Stop Sweatshirt - Rhodesian Camo

The uniform sweatshirt is made of PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop fabric (50% polyester, 48% cotton, 2% elastane), which is highly resistant to abrasion and tearing, and is also lighter and dries faster than 100% cotton fabric. The Raid model uses a raglan construction. The sleeves are sewn directly into the collar, which means no shoulder seams.

The sweatshirt is fastened with patch-covered buttons, and practicality is provided by 8 ergonomic pockets:
- two located on the chest buttoned,
- one on each shoulder, fastened with Velcro or a button,
- two flat open ones located on the shoulder pockets,
- two mesh pockets inside the sweatshirt, one with a zipper and one open.

The pockets are equipped with handles in the form of loops, to which you can tie your equipment so that you do not lose it during activity. On the elbows there are special reinforcements in the form of a double layer of material, which also serves as pockets for protective foam pads. The width of the cuffs is adjustable with Velcro.

Above the chest pockets and on the pockets and shoulder flaps were sewn velcro tapes ( Velcro ) allowing to attach any emblems, such as the national flag, the emblem of the unit or the so-called Morale Patches, so you can give the sweatshirt an individual character.

Specifications
Color: Rhodesian Camo
Material: 50% polyester, 48% cotton, 2% elastane
Weight: 220 g/m2
Weight: 618 g
Manufacturer: Helikon-Tex, Poland

Rhodesian Camo is a classic camouflage pattern developed in the 1960s for the Rhodesian Armed Forces (today's Zimbabwe). Created for warfare during conflicts in the region, especially the so-called Bush War (1964-1979), it was adapted to the conditions of southern Africa - dry bushland, grassy plains and low vegetation. The pattern is distinguished by its unique hand-painted appearance reminiscent of brushstrokes. It consists of irregular horizontal shapes in shades of green and brown, placed on a light green or sandy background. With a three-color contrasting palette and an arrangement that resembles natural elements of the environment - such as leaves, branches and grasses - the camouflage effectively diffuses the outline of the silhouette and makes it difficult to detect in the densely vegetated landscape.