The value of this jacket is incredible but be careful, there are companies out there who are trying to RIP PEOPLE OFF!
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Helikon-Tex ALPHA TACTICAL JACKET – GRID FLEECE – Review
What it is : The Alpha Tactical is what Helikon refers to as a lightweight grid fleece jacket – It’s part of the Helikon-Tex Urban line and I’ve been wearing this for the last couple of months and have received more than a few emails about it. This is my Agenda Free Review.
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Colors : Black, Olive Green, Grey
Materials : 100% polyester, YKK zippers
Versions : There is a hooded version of this jacket if that is your style.
Style : Slim Fit Cut – I don’t agree with this, it’s more of a relaxed fit instead of a slim fit in my opinion. The company says that this can be used as a base layer when used in conjunction with outer jackets and shells.
It can be used on its own.
Sizes : X-Small to 2X Large
Price : $58
Features :
Stand-up collar
Chin guard
Velcro panels for personalization – 3.9” x 3.3”
5 pockets
Elastic Cuffs
Adjustable waist
Chin guard
Mesh lining
Pros :
Love the looks of this jacket – it’s sharp looking
I like the grid – different!
Very comfortable to wear
Plenty Warm for fleece jacket
Excellent quality – good construction
Has held up well to my use
Excellent zipper
Plenty of pockets
Breathable
Retail price is very fair
Good fit, True to size at least for me – enough space to layer with. Speaking of sizing, this is always a bit subjective – I have a buddy who is quite big and the sizing was right for him too bit every body type is different so take this pro with a grain of salt.
Cons :
Heavy – Seriously, this is a pretty heavy fleece jacket – it surprised me when I first received it.
There are warmer fleece jackets out there for the weight
Non-compressible
Zipper is on the left side instead of the right which most Americans are accustomed to. This might drive some people crazy
Poor wind resistance – it cuts right through the material
Wrists are SLIGHTLY stretchy and if you are difficult to pull over gloves that you may be wearing
Interesting Point – The Helikon website isn’t a good source of accurate information for this jacket. I noticed when getting the details together last night for the review that the Helikon web site misstates the info. In one section it says this jacket has 3 pockets and then in ano
Summary : Over the last couple of months, I have enjoyed wearing this jacket and don’t regret my purchase. It’s a high quality, warm enough jacket that really has a cool look to it.
My biggest complaint is weight and compressibility – it’s surprisingly heavy and will take up a substantial amount of space if you have to store it inside of your backpack.
For the weight, there are without a doubt warmer fleece jackets out on the market….if the warmth to weight ratio is important, look elsewhere.
Talking about warmth, I can wear this jacket with just a t-shirt down into the mid 40’s. Going below the mid 40’s and not moving much, I find that an additional layer either under or over it is needed to be comfortable.
Availability : Unfortunately availability of this jacket has been poor for the last couple of months; on the Helikon-Tex web site, the available sizes have been very limited with mainly small and x-small being in stock. I needed a medium and was able to locate that on Amazon but it did cost me a bit more than the retail price…I think I paid about $12 more than retail….
If you don’t find your size and color preference on the Helikon-Tex web site and don’t mind paying a bit more, you can likely find it on Amazon.
Watch out for a web site, they are also an Amazon seller; military 1st – they price gouge on this jacket and with most products as well. They are selling this jacket for almost double the retail price which is disgusting.
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