The fleece is less warm than its military, standard counterpart and seems more breathable. According to the description, the hood should be large enough to fit a hat underneath, but in practice, if you don't have a neck, it works — if you do have a neck, the hood's brim ends up on the top of your head. You can try to stretch the hood, but then it pulls tightly at the back of the neck. In my opinion, it lacks about 7 cm of material. The hood adjustment cord broke after just a week of use. It's a minor thing, but on this kind of fleece, it doesn't look good.
Helikon-Tex Patriot MK2 Hybrid Fleece - wz.93 Pantera PL Woodland
Crafted from premium fleece, the hooded sweatshirt ensures excellent thermal insulation even at extremely low temperatures, while skillfully wicking away excess heat and moisture. Incorporating a dual-layer Hybrid Fleece material with varying properties, it offers superb thermal protection while maintaining a lightweight design.
340 g/m2 grammage, reinforced sleeves
The outer layer is made of thick fleece with a grammage of 340 g/m2, while the inner layer is made of Grid Fleece with a mesh structure, which increases comfort and improves breathability. For optimal temperature regulation, zippered ventilation openings have been added under the arms. The cuffs are equipped with elastic drawstrings that adjust to the wrists.
Zipper, extended cut
The sweatshirt is equipped with a two-way zipper. The back is slightly extended, which effectively protects the lower back from the cool wind. The design allows easy access to pockets and equipment worn on the waistband. The hood is spacious enough to fit over a hat, and the soft visor prevents water from running down your face. The hood is sewn to the collar in a way that protects the neck from the wind, even when not worn. The shoulder pockets feature soft Velcro panels for attaching patches or emblems. Laser-cut panels with grommets allow you to wear additional accessories such as tactical pens or small flashlights.
7 pockets
- two chest pockets closed with zippers
- two hip pockets closed with zippers
- two shoulder pockets
- one inner open pocket
Main features
- 340 g/m2 grammage
- 7 capacious pockets
- extended cut at the back
- spacious hood
- elastic drawstrings
- Velcro panels
Camouflage PL Woodland
Helikon-Tex PL Woodland camouflage is the name given by the manufacturer to a camouflage that is a close equivalent of wz. 93 âPantherâ, in force in the Polish Armed Forces. Superimposed on a gray-green background, irregular patches of black, brown and green provide good camouflage in the open and wooded areas of Poland and other Central European countries.
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 |
| Camouflage | wz. 93 "Pantera" / PL Woodland |
| Number of pockets | 7 |
| Main material | 100% Polyester |
| Weight | 860 g |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Grammage | 340 g/m2 |
| Clasp type | Zipper |
| Hood | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Material texture | Fleece |
| Material flexibility | Inextensible |
| Manufacturer code | BL-PJ2-FH-04 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| EAN |
Hybrid Fleece is a hybrid fleece fabric with a two-layer construction. The outer material is a classic fleece, while the inner material is a so-called Grid Fleece with a mesh structure that improves breathability while maintaining warmth.
Grid Fleece is a type of fleece characterized by a mesh construction that allows for efficient moisture wicking, providing faster drying and better ventilation. It allows to maintain thermal comfort, through the air that is trapped inside the mesh cells, creating an insulating layer. It is usually made of synthetic fibers blend, thanks to which it is also lightweight, soft and flexible.
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 150
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I have been using this fleece for nine months and I can confidently recommend it. It is comfortable, very warm, and pleasant to the touch. Compared to the previous version, it is clearly more fitted, which should appeal to people with slimmer figures. It is also thinner, but thanks to the honeycomb-structured lining, I haven't noticed it being less warm than its predecessor. I use it both when going out to the city and during walks in the forest.
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Great fleece. This is already another model from Helikon, after the classic version. I took the Classic in size S with a height of 170 cm and weight of 77 kg, I thought for a long time about choosing between S and M, but I decided on M and it was a very good choice.
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I chose the second version because the new one was too expensive for me. The fleece is very warm and works great during changeable spring weather. It doesn't resemble an ordinary fleece – inside there's a modern grid, which makes it lighter but still keeps heat well. It's worth waiting for a price deal. The zipper is fine, but you need to put in a little effort to fasten or unfasten it, because the two-way slider requires precise alignment – that's the only downside. Overall, I recommend it.
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The fleece sweatshirt is very comfortable and provides warmth. The material is pleasant to the touch, and the zipper works flawlessly. Carefully made, available in nice colors and at a good price. An additional advantage is that it comes from a Polish manufacturer, which supports the local economy.
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I had some doubts about buying this fleece – at first I considered the PRO version, which seemed better suited for UHS, but ultimately decided on this model. The fleece is fairly loose, so if you plan to wear it under a jacket, it's better to choose a smaller size of the fleece or a larger jacket than usual. It insulates heat very well, but in stronger wind, it's worth putting a Softshell over it. I am very satisfied with the product.
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I really like this fleece I was originally going to get the mk1 but I wasn't so keen on the hood on that version and I much prefer the smaller hood on the mk2. At 188cm and 105kg the 3XL fits me well. If you're backpacking wearing this fleece is a good option as it is very breathable and there are zippers under the armpits for even more air flow. On cold days when I am doing a less intense activity such as walking the dog I pair this with a water proof jacket which is a very warm set up.
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I bought the Patriot Mk2 because I wanted one fleece that could handle random everyday stuff and being outside for a while, and it’s basically turned into my default outer layer. It’s the kind of jacket you put on “for a minute” and then realize you’ve worn it three days in a row because it just works.
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This is already my second MK2. It works great in cooler, but not very cold days, is very practical and has spacious pockets. It's not as warm as the first version of the Patriot, but it's warm enough. It would be nice if Helikon released a version without a hood.
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Great material and stitching quality. It insulates heat perfectly, and the pocket arrangement is perfect – congratulations to Helikon. Size M fits perfectly for 180 cm height and 100 cm chest circumference.
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I think this is probably the nicest Helikon fleece – it fits great, the pockets are functionally placed, and it really keeps you warm. You can often catch it on sale, so the price is attractive.
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Good outdoor jacket for walking in cold weather. The multiple pockets are very useful and well placed. Comfortable to wear and warm, it effectively blocks the cold. The zippered openings under the arms are a plus for venting sweat.
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It works perfectly on colder days. It is very warm, practical, and made from a pleasant material. The hood is a great addition and, in my opinion, is better than the version without a hood. I wholeheartedly recommend this purchase.
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The fleece has perfect thickness – it does not restrict movement and works great as a second layer under a jacket. It is very breathable, which helps with moisture wicking during activity, though for some this may be both an advantage and a disadvantage. The lack of Velcro on the cuffs is a plus, and the smaller hood fits well with a climbing helmet. The large number of pockets increases practicality, and the extra ventilation on the sleeves is a big benefit. The carefully finished interior shows attention to detail and makes the product present high quality appropriate to its price. Fast shipping and efficient return handling allowed me to try different sizes and colors, which made me fully satisfied with my purchase.
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The fleece is comfortable and has practically arranged pockets. The downside is the zipper, which can be difficult to fasten – this problem also occurs with a friend who has a smaller size. I have another fleece from the same brand, with a zipper that fastens from the bottom, and in that model this problem doesn't occur.
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