Helikon Levanter Jacket
Helikon Levanter Jacket
Couldn't load pickup availability
Lightweight 10K/10K Waterproof Jacket for Outdoor, Travel & Packable Weather Backup
Product Highlights: 10,000 mm waterproof rating • 10,000 g/m²/24h breathability • hydrophobic coating • half-length zipper • approx. 268 g
Helikon Levanter Jacket is a lightweight waterproof jacket designed for hiking, camping, travel, commuting and packable weather backup. Its 10,000 mm waterproof rating and 10,000 g/m²/24h breathability give useful protection in changing conditions, while the hydrophobic coating helps rain bead off the fabric surface. The compact weight makes it easy to keep in a backpack, vehicle kit or travel bag when the weather is uncertain.
Key Features
- 10K/10K waterproof-breathable shell: combines a 10,000 mm waterproof rating with 10,000 g/m²/24h breathability for active outdoor use
- Hydrophobic coating: helps reduce fabric wet-out during light rain, mist and changing weather
- Half-length front zipper: gives easier ventilation and access than a simple pullover neck opening
- Large kangaroo pocket: provides practical storage for gloves, a beanie, phone, compact map or travel essentials
- Adjustable hood: improves coverage around the head and face when wind or rain picks up
- Lightweight packable build: approx. 268 g weight makes it easy to carry as a backup layer
Recommended Use
- Hiking, camping, trekking and short outdoor routes in changeable weather
- Travel, commuting and city carry when you want a compact shell layer ready in your bag
- Range days, field training and outdoor work where a light weather layer is useful
- Vehicle kits, daypacks and emergency backup clothing for sudden wind or rain
Useful Details
- Waterproof / breathability rating: 10,000 mm / 10,000 g/m²/24h
- Finish: hydrophobic coating
- Main access: half-length zipper
- Pocket layout: large kangaroo pocket
- Hood: adjustable hood design
- Weight: approx. 268 g
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Levanter Jacket best used for?
It is best used as a lightweight weather backup for hiking, camping, travel, commuting and outdoor activity. It gives more protection than a casual windbreaker while staying light enough to carry when you may not need a full jacket all day.
What does 10K/10K shell performance mean?
The 10,000 mm value is the waterproof rating, while 10,000 g/m²/24h relates to breathability. In practical terms, it is built for active use in changing weather, helping block rain while allowing some moisture vapor to escape.
Why is the half-length zipper useful?
The half-length zipper makes the jacket easier to vent during movement and easier to pull on or off than a very small neck opening. It also supports the simple packable design without turning the jacket into a full front-zip shell.
What can the kangaroo pocket hold?
The large kangaroo pocket is useful for gloves, a beanie, phone, compact map, travel documents or small outdoor items you want close at hand. It is especially helpful when using the jacket as a quick outer layer over other clothing.
Who should choose this jacket?
Choose it if you want a compact waterproof jacket for outdoor routes, travel and daily carry, especially when you need a light layer that can stay in a backpack, car or gear kit until the weather changes.
