Wolfhound Lite Jacket - khaki
- 40-g/m²-Kunstfaserisolierung
- Windbremsendes Nylon außen
- Leichte Jacke für die Übergangszeit
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How to measure yourself?
1. Chest circumference
Measure your chest at the widest point, holding the tape horizontally.
2. Waist circumference
Measure your waist without holding too tightly or too loosely.
3. Hip circumference
Measure the circumference at the widest point of your hips without holding too tightly or too loosely.
4. Inseam length
Measure the inside of the leg in a straight line, measuring from the crotch to the ankle.
5. Height
Measure your height standing against a wall in a natural, upright position.
| Measurement | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL |
| Chest circumference | 87-92 | 93-98 | 99-104 | 105-110 | 111-116 | 117-122 | 123-128 | 129-134 |
| Waist circumference | 71-76 | 77-82 | 83-88 | 89-94 | 95-100 | 101-106 | 107-112 | 113-118 |
| Hip circumference | 85-90 | 91-96 | 97-102 | 103-108 | 109-114 | 115-120 | 121-126 | 127-132 |
| Short | Regular | Long | X-long | |||||
| Inseam length | 73-77 | 78-82 | 83-87 | 88-92 | ||||
| Height | 168-176 | 176-182 | 182-190 | 190-200 |
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DESCRIPTION
Wolfhound Lite Jacket - khaki is the extra-light full-zip version of the Helikon-Tex Wolfhound family. It is designed for situations where a normal fleece jacket offers too little wind protection, but a classic insulation jacket provides more warmth and takes up more space than necessary. The khaki version combines a very lightweight approach with synthetic insulation, wind-breaking nylon outer fabric, and a water-repellent surface treatment.
259 grams: hardly any ballast as a backup
Helikon-Tex states the weight of the Wolfhound Lite at around 259 g. The lightweight design uses 40 g/m² synthetic insulation and a very light nylon outer material. This makes it not a winter jacket, but a transitional and layering solution for moderate conditions. It is particularly interesting for hiking, traveling, everyday use, or high-activity tasks: the jacket provides extra warmth without the need to carry around bulky cold-weather protection.
The full-length front zipper is a practical difference compared to the Hoodie Lite version. You can fully open the jacket quickly when the intensity increases, and close it just as quickly as soon as you stop or the wind picks up. This makes the full-zip version particularly comfortable when activity levels and temperatures change frequently.
Design and features
- approx. 259 g light
- 40 g/m² synthetic insulation
- lightweight nylon outer material
- hydrophobic/DWR surface treatment
- full-length YKK® front zipper
- two side pockets plus chest pocket
- elastic cuffs
- adjustable hem
- velcro/ID panels on the upper arms
- highly compressible for backpack and travel luggage
What distinguishes the Wolfhound family
The basic principle is similar for all Wolfhound models: a synthetic insulation layer is combined with a light, quick-drying outer material. The advantage over classic down is primarily that synthetic insulation retains its structure and a large part of its thermal performance even when damp. At the same time, the pack size remains small enough to take the jacket along as a backup in a daypack, vehicle, or travel bag.
The hydrophobic or DWR-treated exterior helps to repel light precipitation, splashing water, and dirt. This does not make the jacket waterproof. In persistent rain, a proper hardshell should be worn over it. The Wolfhound series shows its strength exactly as part of such a layering system: low weight, quickly available warmth, and significantly better wind protection than open-pore fleece.
How to use the Wolfhound Lite effectively
During active movement, a thin base layer under the jacket is often sufficient. If it gets colder, you can add a functional shirt or a light midlayer underneath. In wind and during short breaks, the Wolfhound Lite can serve as an outer insulation layer; in wet, long-lasting weather, a hardshell goes over it. The full-zip design facilitates this combination because you can quickly regulate temperature and ventilation.
The Lite version is intentionally not intended for long periods of standing still in low temperatures. Those who want significantly more thermal reserve should opt for the 67 g class within the Wolfhound family. Conversely, the Lite is often the better choice when every gram counts and the jacket stays in the backpack for most of the day.
Wolfhound Lite, Hoodie Lite, or warmer 67 g version?
The Wolfhound Hoodie Lite Jacket uses the same ultra-light basic concept but adds a hood and uses a shorter front zipper. It is particularly practical if you prefer a layer that can be pulled on quickly with additional protection for the head and neck. The Wolfhound Hoodie Jacket 67 g offers noticeably more insulation reserve with Climashield® Apex™ 67 g/m² and is the better choice for cooler conditions or longer rest periods.
Who is the Wolfhound Lite for?
- for the transitional period, spring, and autumn
- for active outdoor use and hiking
- as an extremely light backup jacket in the backpack
- for travel, EDC, and daily commutes
- as an insulating midlayer under a hardshell
- for users who prefer full-zip ventilation over a pullover construction
If you are looking for the lightest, most uncomplicated insulation jacket possible that can be stowed away small and opened completely in a flash when needed, the Wolfhound Lite in khaki is the balanced full-zip option of the current Wolfhound Lite family.
Properties
Material : Nylon
Dimensions:
Weight:259 g
Volume:
Color:khaki
GPSR Product Safety
Manufacturer Information:
Wolfhound Lite Jacket - khaki is the extra-light full-zip version of the Helikon-Tex Wolfhound family. It is designed for situations where a normal fleece jacket offers too little wind protection, but a classic insulation jacket provides more warmth and takes up more space than necessary. The khaki version combines a very lightweight approach with synthetic insulation, wind-breaking nylon outer fabric, and a water-repellent surface treatment.
259 grams: hardly any ballast as a backup
Helikon-Tex states the weight of the Wolfhound Lite at around 259 g. The lightweight design uses 40 g/m² synthetic insulation and a very light nylon outer material. This makes it not a winter jacket, but a transitional and layering solution for moderate conditions. It is particularly interesting for hiking, traveling, everyday use, or high-activity tasks: the jacket provides extra warmth without the need to carry around bulky cold-weather protection.
The full-length front zipper is a practical difference compared to the Hoodie Lite version. You can fully open the jacket quickly when the intensity increases, and close it just as quickly as soon as you stop or the wind picks up. This makes the full-zip version particularly comfortable when activity levels and temperatures change frequently.
Design and features
- approx. 259 g light
- 40 g/m² synthetic insulation
- lightweight nylon outer material
- hydrophobic/DWR surface treatment
- full-length YKK® front zipper
- two side pockets plus chest pocket
- elastic cuffs
- adjustable hem
- velcro/ID panels on the upper arms
- highly compressible for backpack and travel luggage
What distinguishes the Wolfhound family
The basic principle is similar for all Wolfhound models: a synthetic insulation layer is combined with a light, quick-drying outer material. The advantage over classic down is primarily that synthetic insulation retains its structure and a large part of its thermal performance even when damp. At the same time, the pack size remains small enough to take the jacket along as a backup in a daypack, vehicle, or travel bag.
The hydrophobic or DWR-treated exterior helps to repel light precipitation, splashing water, and dirt. This does not make the jacket waterproof. In persistent rain, a proper hardshell should be worn over it. The Wolfhound series shows its strength exactly as part of such a layering system: low weight, quickly available warmth, and significantly better wind protection than open-pore fleece.
How to use the Wolfhound Lite effectively
During active movement, a thin base layer under the jacket is often sufficient. If it gets colder, you can add a functional shirt or a light midlayer underneath. In wind and during short breaks, the Wolfhound Lite can serve as an outer insulation layer; in wet, long-lasting weather, a hardshell goes over it. The full-zip design facilitates this combination because you can quickly regulate temperature and ventilation.
The Lite version is intentionally not intended for long periods of standing still in low temperatures. Those who want significantly more thermal reserve should opt for the 67 g class within the Wolfhound family. Conversely, the Lite is often the better choice when every gram counts and the jacket stays in the backpack for most of the day.
Wolfhound Lite, Hoodie Lite, or warmer 67 g version?
The Wolfhound Hoodie Lite Jacket uses the same ultra-light basic concept but adds a hood and uses a shorter front zipper. It is particularly practical if you prefer a layer that can be pulled on quickly with additional protection for the head and neck. The Wolfhound Hoodie Jacket 67 g offers noticeably more insulation reserve with Climashield® Apex™ 67 g/m² and is the better choice for cooler conditions or longer rest periods.
Who is the Wolfhound Lite for?
- for the transitional period, spring, and autumn
- for active outdoor use and hiking
- as an extremely light backup jacket in the backpack
- for travel, EDC, and daily commutes
- as an insulating midlayer under a hardshell
- for users who prefer full-zip ventilation over a pullover construction
If you are looking for the lightest, most uncomplicated insulation jacket possible that can be stowed away small and opened completely in a flash when needed, the Wolfhound Lite in khaki is the balanced full-zip option of the current Wolfhound Lite family.
Material : Nylon
Dimensions:
Weight:259 g
Volume:
Color:khaki
Manufacturer Information: