Helikon-Tex Lightweight Poncho OD Green

The Helikon-Tex® Lightweight Poncho Olive Green is a lightweight and compact, foldable rain poncho that offers protection against rain and other adverse weather conditions. This improved and lighter version of the well-known Helikon-Tex US Model Poncho combines rain protection, low weight and multi-purpose use in a single practical design.

The poncho is made from 100% ripstop polyester and is designed to protect not only the wearer but also any equipment they are carrying from the rain. Weighing just 346 grams and complete with a carry bag, it’s easy to take with you for airsoft, bushcraft, hiking, camping and other outdoor activities.

Lightweight thanks to a simplified design

When developing the Lightweight Poncho, Helikon-Tex took the traditional US poncho as its starting point, but removed or replaced various structural components to reduce weight and pack volume.

For example, the traditional metal eyelets have been replaced by sturdy webbing loops. This makes the poncho lighter and easier to fold away, whilst retaining its full dimensions of 209 x 145 cm when unfolded.

Furthermore, all attachment points have been reinforced with special tear-resistant material, ensuring that the lightweight construction remains suitable for practical use in the field.

Ripstop polyester for protection against the rain

The Helikon-Tex Lightweight Poncho is made from waterproof ripstop polyester. This makes the poncho a protective layer against rain and means it can be used in a wide range of weather conditions.

The ripstop weave makes the fabric more resistant to tearing, snagging and mechanical damage. Should any damage occur, the fabric’s structure helps to prevent the tear from spreading easily.

This makes the poncho particularly suitable for situations where you regularly find yourself moving through vegetation or rougher terrain.

Protects both you and your kit

Thanks to its generous fit, the Lightweight Poncho can be worn over normal clothes as well as over a medium-sized rucksack. This means that during a downpour, you can protect not only yourself but also a significant portion of the kit you’re carrying.

The redesigned hood features a practical adjustable drawstring. This allows you to adjust the hood more precisely around your head for better protection against wind and rain.

The roomy design also ensures sufficient freedom of movement whilst walking, playing airsoft and taking part in other activities.

Press studs for creating sleeves

The poncho features press studs at the sides which allow the fabric to be shaped around the arms. This creates functional sleeves and prevents the sides from constantly flapping open whilst walking.

The press studs also help to adjust the fit of the poncho to suit the wearer and the conditions.

This allows you to retain the freedom of a traditional poncho, whilst ensuring it fits more snugly around your body during active use.

Can also be used as a makeshift shelter

The Lightweight Poncho offers more than just protection from the rain. Thanks to its reinforced attachment points and sturdy webbing loops, it can also be used as an improvised canopy or shelter.

In addition, two Lightweight Ponchos can be joined together to create a larger canopy. This makes the model ideal for bushcraft, camping and other outdoor activities where multifunctional kit is an advantage.

As a result, a single compact product can be used both as rainwear and as part of a temporary shelter.

Compact and easy to carry in the carry bag

Weighing just 346 grams, the Lightweight Poncho adds hardly any extra weight to your kit.

When folded, the poncho takes up very little space and can be stored in the carry bag supplied. This means it fits easily into a side pocket of a rucksack, a cycle bag or, for example, a car’s glove compartment.

This means you can carry it with you as standard without taking up too much space, and you’ll always have rain protection to hand should the weather take a turn for the worse.

Practical insights

The Helikon-Tex® Lightweight Poncho is particularly appealing if you’re looking for a combination of low weight, small pack size and versatility. Weighing just 346 grams, it’s a practical piece of kit to keep in your rucksack at all times.

The loose fit is particularly useful for airsoft. You can quickly pull the poncho over your clothes and gear when it starts to rain during a skirmish.

When practising bushcraft and camping, the reinforced attachment points and webbing loops offer additional options. This means the poncho can also be used as a simple, temporary shelter.

The Olive Green version also goes perfectly with green, Coyote and camouflage gear, and has a look that is well-suited to use in wooded areas.

Who is the Helikon-Tex Lightweight Poncho suitable for?

The Helikon-Tex® Lightweight Poncho Olive Green is ideal for airsoft players, bushcraft enthusiasts, hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts looking for compact and lightweight protection against the rain.

This model is particularly useful if you want to carry as little extra weight as possible, whilst still being prepared for changing weather conditions.

Thanks to the fact that it can be worn over a medium-sized rucksack and used as a makeshift shelter, the Lightweight Poncho is also a versatile addition to any outdoor or tactical kit.

Key features

• Genuine Helikon-Tex® product
• Lightweight Poncho
• An improved and lighter version of the US Model Poncho
• Waterproof rain poncho
• Made from 100% polyester
• Durable ripstop weave
• Resistant to tears and mechanical damage
• The ripstop weave helps to limit the spread of tears
• Simplified, lightweight construction
• Replacing metal eyelets with sturdy webbing loops
• Reinforced fixing points
• Compact and foldable
• Includes a carry bag
• Relaxed fit
• Suitable for wearing over clothing
• Suitable for wearing over a medium-sized rucksack
• Revamped hood
• Adjustable hood with drawstring
• Press studs for shaping sleeves
• Two ponchos can be joined together
• Can be used as a makeshift canopy or shelter
• Suitable for airsoft, bushcraft, hiking and camping
• Dimensions: 209 x 145 cm
• Weight: 346 grams
• Colour: Olive Green

Specificaties

• Note: Helikon-Tex®
• Model: Lightweight Poncho
• Fabric: Ripstop
• Weight: 346 g
• Sides: Fitted with press studs
• Adjustable sleeves: Yes, with press studs
• Mounting points: Reinforced
• Fastening loops: Webbing
• Carry bag included: Yes
• Fits over a rucksack: Yes, medium size
• Can be attached to a second poncho: Yes
• Uses: Airsoft, bushcraft, hiking, camping and outdoor activities

Common mistakes

• Don’t expect a close-fitting raincoat. The Lightweight Poncho is deliberately designed with a loose fit, so that it can be worn over clothing and a medium-sized rucksack.
• The webbing loops are not a cost-saving alternative to metal eyelets. Helikon-Tex has deliberately chosen this option to reduce weight and pack volume.
• Do not fold the poncho away whilst it is still wet for long periods after use. Allow it to dry thoroughly first before storing it in its carry bag for any length of time.
• When using it as a shelter, bear in mind that, whilst all the attachment points have been reinforced, the poncho remains, first and foremost, a lightweight and multifunctional piece of outdoor kit.
• To create a larger canopy, two Lightweight Ponchos can be joined together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Helikon-Tex Lightweight Poncho waterproof?
Yes. According to Helikon-Tex, the Lightweight Poncho is a waterproof rain cape made from ripstop polyester that offers protection in rainy weather.

Can I wear the poncho over my rucksack?
Yes. Thanks to its roomy design, the poncho can be worn over clothing and a medium-sized rucksack.

How much does the Helikon-Tex Lightweight Poncho weigh?
The poncho weighs just 346 grams, making it easy to carry as standard in a rucksack or other kit.

What are the dimensions of the poncho?
When fully unfolded, the Lightweight Poncho measures 209 x 145 cm.

Is a storage bag included?
Yes. Helikon-Tex includes a compact carry bag in which the folded poncho can be stored.

Can I use the poncho as a shelter?
Yes. The poncho has reinforced attachment points and webbing loops and can be used to create a simple, makeshift shelter or canopy.

Can two ponchos be joined together?
Yes. Two Lightweight Ponchos can be joined together to create a larger canopy.

What is the difference between this and the Helikon-Tex US Model Poncho?
The Lightweight Poncho is a lighter and simplified version. Among other things, the metal eyelets have been replaced by strong webbing loops, which has reduced the weight and pack volume whilst retaining the full dimensions.

Choose compact and versatile protection against bad weather with the Helikon-Tex® Lightweight Poncho Olive Green, a lightweight ripstop poncho for airsoft, bushcraft, hiking and other outdoor activities.