Versatile, hard-wearing directional waterproof jacket for men who enjoy exploring woodland to coastline and for everyday activities.
The Helki combines Nikwax® Analogy® Waterproof fabric for excellent weather protection with a clean design for practicality and functional features.
The Helki is for people who enjoy exploring everything from valleys to coasts, and want a comfortable, functional everyday jacket.
Whether exploring footpaths, dog walking or working outdoors, to remain comfortable throughout the day you need to avoid a build up of perspiration and condensation inside your jacket.
Directional Nikwax Analogy Waterproof fabric moves moisture away from you constantly so that you feel dry from both the inside and outside. The clean, ergonomic design combines freedom of movement for all-day comfort with practical features.
The Helki Jacket has an ergonomic design with minimal clutter but hill-friendly features.
• Excellent freedom of movement from uncluttered ergonomic design
• Enhanced weather protection when carrying a rucksack provided by reinforcement in the back and shoulders
• Practical, well-placed pocketing for map storage and handwarming.
Nikwax Analogy Waterproof fabric is more than just breathable, it is directional.
This means it is capable of moving liquid water away from your body and not just water vapour.
Features
1. Adjustable hood with firm but shape-able peak for precise fit with or without hat, and will not compromise vision.
2. 180° shoulder and arm articulation provides excellent freedom of movement, and avoids jacket pulling or riding up.
3. Pump Liner® reinforcement at shoulders and centre back for extra protection when carrying a pack and in heavy rain.
4. Ergonomically designed back, plus curved tail for protection.
5. Waist drawcord with hidden cords for clean look and improved water shedding.
6. Two-way front zip with internal storm flap.
7. Cuffs easily pushed up for cooling, with Pump Liner® to reduce moisture build-up.
8. Large OS map pocket on chest.
9. Internal smaller mesh pocket on chest for valuables.
10. Two handwarming pockets.
11. Hem drawcord provides temperature control, and prevents rucking when load carrying.
Product Ethics
• PFC*-free water repellent finish
(*per and polyfluorinated compounds)
• Produced in Colombia by MIQUELINA, a member of the World Fair Trade Organization. Guaranteed Fair Trade.
• Fully recyclable through Páramo.
In what kind of weather conditions can I use my Helki Jacket?
Your Helki Jacket has been tested at the Leeds University Rain Room to resist at least 4 hours of steady rain. You can use it throughout the year in cold or wet conditions.
Because the fabric system offers significant insulation when the ventilation zips are closed, this is not the best garment to deal with very hot conditions. In that case we would recommend a Nikwax Windproof, perhaps combined with one of our Parameta® T+ baselayers, to optimise breathability and cooling, or with Nikwax Fleece for full weather protection.
