Helikon Pilgrim Anorak Jacket - Black

The jacket is great. I thought about the Woodsman model for a long time, but in the end I chose the Pilgrim because I found it at a good price. This is my first anorak and I have to admit it does its job. As usual with Helikon, the pocket layout is perfect. Right after buying it, the jacket proved itself during a mountain trip in the first snow. I don’t fully understand their sizing. At 183 cm tall and about 83 kg, I wear an M in the jacket and an L in the fleece. Unfortunately, I can also confirm one of the earlier reviews – after just one trip with a backpack, the back of the jacket started to wear down. That's a bit disappointing for this brand.

This is my first anorak, and the pocket arrangement and easy access to them are big advantages. Great ventilation. I’m curious to see how it performs over longer use. Size XL fits perfectly for someone 170 cm tall and weighing 108 kg, size L was too tight ;)

I didn’t expect this jacket to be so fantastic. Excellent for forest trips, won’t soak through even after many hours of rain – water runs off and it dries very quickly. The pockets are practical and very spacious. The back of the jacket is extended, so it protects from the wind and allows you to sit comfortably outside. Size L is good for a tall, slim person. I highly recommend!

Very good jacket, I recommend trying it on before buying (I usually wear XL, but the anorak in size L fits perfectly) and waterproofing it before extensive use. Apart from that, the jacket is great and has an attractive price. I recommend it.

Perfect jacket for intensive forest use – it has no trouble with bushes. There are loads of practical pockets and plenty of options for ventilation or retaining warmth. It also works brilliantly as an extra 'glove' for the top. Size S is just right for 167 cm and 73 kg. The jacket is easier to put on if the underarm vents are undone.

This anorak is great. Material, colour, pocket layout – everything works. Unfortunately, even after exchanging from 2XL to 3XL I haven’t solved my problem – people with a larger build and bigger belly may have trouble. Even at maximum expansion at the waist it's tight, and trying to add another layer underneath just makes it worse. Maybe if the cut was more barrel-shaped, I’d wear it everywhere. But after buying 3XL, common sense prevailed and now I have to look for other solutions or wait for a 4XL to appear. In short – it’s worth buying the anorak from Helikon as long as you can still fit in it.

This is one of my favourite jackets for the forest, but it also works great in the city. The large number of pockets makes organising and carrying equipment much easier. However, it is quite long, roomy and heavy, so I don't recommend it for summer.

The jacket made a great impression on me. I had doubts about the size – it’s a bit narrow, but long. I chose size S at 63 kg and 174 cm tall – overall it fits. Putting a fleece underneath isn’t very comfortable, it’s better to wear more 'slippery' clothes underneath as you can pull the anorak off together with them. I recommend it.

The jacket is made of very good material, with a clever pocket arrangement and it doesn't restrict movement. I had to exchange it for a bigger size, because at 174 cm and 70 kg, size S was too tight.

A friend recommended the jacket to me and I don't regret the purchase! Very nice, stylish for bushcraft. Excellent build quality. Another successful Helikon product. I recommend it – Paweł.

Very good jacket. The pockets are easily accessible, the buttons in the chest pockets are quite large, but thanks to the design (a flap at the top), nothing will fall out when taking it off. The mesh lining looks lightweight but easily withstands carrying items in zipped pockets (two on the chest and a kangaroo pocket in the middle). Size XXL fits perfectly for 189 cm and 97 kg – I first got XL, but it was too tight, so I exchanged for a larger one. The jacket is light, but the material is solid enough that with a t-shirt and cotton hoodie, I comfortably wore it at 0-5°C. Adjusting the cuffs and zipping the hood under the chin is important here, as the jacket insulates the air between clothing layers well. I was surprised at how warm it is for the weight. Additionally, I can always add a layer, for example thermal underwear, and with three clothing layers it would probably even be too warm. Great purchase – very good quality, lightweight, comfortable, and warmer than I expected.

I am very disappointed with this product – after just a few kilometres of walking, there were abrasions from the backpack on the back. I believe the manufacturer has significantly lowered the quality of their products in recent years.

The jacket reminds me a bit of those from my childhood, so-called 'kangaroos' – hence a bit of a nostalgic purchase. I wasn't disappointed – it's well-made, has a functional pocket layout and a slightly water-resistant material. I can use it with confidence.

I considered buying the anorak for many months. I finally got a birthday coupon and knew I would use it for this product. I am positively surprised – the anorak performed well on a kayaking trip, in the Faroe Islands, and I regularly wear it on colder days. Well-designed pockets and loops often eliminate the need to take a bum bag or rucksack on short trips. However, I have the impression that the temperature range in which the jacket offers enough warmth is rather limited. If it’s cold, you need to wear something underneath. When the temperature approaches 20°C, it gets too warm.

Great choice for camping. The anorak – also known as a kangaroo jacket – has very thoughtfully designed pockets, allowing you to pack quite a lot. The material feels pleasant to the touch and is sturdy.