Helly Hansen is a Norwegian-based brand that has been around since 1877. I’ve worn their gear for countless years and have always trusted it to keep me warm and dry. This season, Helly Hansen’s new Verglas jacket and pant design was released, and I’ve been testing them out. Here’s my review.
Verglas 2.5 Layer Fastpack Jacket
This is one light weight (210 gram) waterproof/wind proof shell that packs up to the size of a softcover novel that can be tucked away within the hand pocket. Perfect as a backup rain jacket during a canoe or backpacking trip. The two-and-a-half layer breathable jacket has kept me dry through some solid downpours and is my choice of rainwear to wear during those hot and humid days.
The fabric used—100 per cent polyamide with a 100 per cent polyester lining—has a nice two-way stretch to it and the elastic hood provides excellent coverage and stays put during high winds. It’s loose enough to layer up on the inside and it also comes with two zippered hand pockets for storing a few camp gadgets.
Verglas Tur Pants
The main reason I chose the Verglas Tour Pants is the adjustable waist. It gives you more confidence to order pants online without being able to try them on. The extra bonus, of course, is that they are made with an extremely lightweight, durable and stretchy fabric (polyamide). The instep, seat and knees have reinforced material to provide even more durability. The crotch area is also loose-fitting, giving you some freedom down there. There are two open side pockets, but I really like the two zippered thigh pockets for quick storage. The bottom hem can also be adjusted—great for walking through tick-infested grass or a soggy portage. There’s even a hidden boot hook.
Make sure to check out Helly Hansen’s 2024 global campaign to inspire and encourage all people to experience the power of spending time in nature.
The Open Mountain showcases Helly Hansen’s Spring/Summer 2024 campaign film, following Mountain Madness guide Sean McNally and two clients as they attempt a summit in the North Cascades of Washington State. “Everyone has a different reason for wanting to reach the summit. Though often it’s the bits in between you remember the most . . . friendships, the experiences, the knowledge sharing—before making it safely to the top,” said McNally.
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