Very comfortable shorts thanks to the Velcro instead of a traditional button – they are easy to adjust at the waist. The pockets are spacious and functional, and accessing them is effortless. There is plenty of room in the thighs, which is not always standard. I am also pleased that it is a product of a Polish brand. I definitely recommend them.
Helikon-Tex UTS PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop Shorts 8,5'' - ERDL
Tactical UTS (Urban Tactical Shorts) in ERDL camouflage, made from high-quality PolyCotton Stretch Rip-Stop material (50% cotton, 48% polyester, 2% elastane), characterised by its resistance to abrasions and tears.
10 functional pockets
The shorts are equipped with ten practical pockets:
- two traditional hip pockets with reinforced edges
- four on the thighs (two wide ones with zips and two narrow ones with velcro)
- four at the back (two wide and two narrow ones placed inside the wide ones)
Trouser fastening
Instead of a classic button, the trousers are equipped with a wide velcro strap allowing for 6 cm adjustment. An elastic band sewn into the waistband improves the fit of the trousers to the silhouette. Two front belt loops are equipped with additional loops to attach items like a carabiner.
Main features
- made from stretch-resistant and durable Rip-Stop woven material
- 10 practical pockets
- elastic band in the waistband
- waistband fastened and adjustable with velcro
- wide reinforced belt loops
ERDL Camouflage
The ERDL (Engineer Research and Development Laboratory) camouflage was developed in 1948 by an American research laboratory. It did not come into wide use until the 1960s, during the Vietnam War, mainly among special and reconnaissance units. It was on its basis that later designs, such as the Woodland and M81, known around the world today, were developed. The green-brown camouflage palette works well in dense vegetation, European deciduous forests, thickets and mixed woodlands.
MILITARY is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a European brand established in 1983, combining reliable quality with responsible manufacturing and a strong focus on tactical, military, and outdoor apparel. The brand's product range includes a wide range of products, including clothing, backpacks, bags and various tactical accessories, which have gained popularity among both professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. The offer includes product lines such as Bushcraft - for survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - designed for shooters. The company uses modern camouflage patterns, including MultiCam, ATACS and PenCott, providing effective camouflage in a variety of terrain conditions.
| Clothing style | Tactical |
|---|---|
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
| Material type | Synthetic-natural |
| Material texture | Uniform (smooth) |
| Material flexibility | Extensible |
| Pockets for knee pads | No |
| Additional material | 2% elastane |
| Belt loops | Yes |
| Pocket clasp | Velcro + zipper + open |
| Weight | 380 g |
| Membrane | No |
| Waterproof | No |
| Cut | Loose |
| Additional material | 48% Polyester |
| Main material | 50% Cotton |
| Number of pockets | 10 |
| Camouflage | ERDL |
| Gender | Men's |
| Zipper | Zipper |
| Manufacturer code | SP-UTS-SP-1P |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| EAN |
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.
Rip-Stop weave protects the fabric from abrasions and tears. It is characterized by additional threads woven in at regular intervals, forming a mesh-like pattern. It provides high strength to the fabric, increases resistance to mechanical damage, especially tears.
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 10
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The fabric and workmanship are of good quality, with many practical pockets, some of which are zippered. The size may be a bit large; I took size M for 1.82m and 73kg and I need a belt, but overall I'm quite satisfied with the product and I recommend it.
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At the moment, these are my favourites – comfortable, dense, not too warm, a stain came out quickly and dried fast, the grey colour is very pleasant, the Velcro on the waistband is convenient and there are no problems with adjusting the belt.
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The trousers are comfortable and well made – typical for Helikon. The number of pockets and their placement are just right. In my case, size L turned out to be perfect (I'm 178 cm tall and weigh 82 kg).
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Comfortable to wear, fits perfectly. Dries quickly. Just as effective as the trousers from the same brand and the numerous pockets allow you to carry everything with you.
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Great fabric. It's very soft and thin but sturdy. Khaki colour is great. The very disappointing part is the cut. It's loose in the waist, but tight in the hips. I guess it was made for JohnnyBravos and not for lawn-cutting dads :D
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Very high-quality shorts, the material is pleasant, quite functional, not too hot in the heat, lots of pockets and the size matches exactly, I recommend buying.
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Perfect fit, nothing pinches or rubs! Brilliant pocket arrangement. Very well made and crafted from pleasant fabric! For the price, simply top trousers and definitely not my last pair! ;)
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Very pleasant and comfortable shorts that are airy. A great choice for summer instead of traditional cargo shorts – thanks to the large pockets, I don't need a backpack or waist bag, as everything fits in them. Carefully made, comfortable to wear and reasonably priced.
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Very good shorts from Helikon – as always, they are comfortable and have plenty of pockets, which allow you to carry really quite a lot of essential items. Additionally, they come in classic Rhodesian camouflage.
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