Helikon Tex Swagman Roll & Poncho

I test out the possible uses of the Helikon Tex Swagman Roll & Poncho. First impressions - seem a great versatile kit combination
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[@District.24]

I don't know what it is about the Brits, but they always make the best demo videos. I watch a lot of videos, primarily in North America, and they just don't reach the same level as the Brits. This man didn't just talk about the features, but instead showed us the many uses. Wonderful video.

[@treksntarps]

Thank you kindly good Sir 👍 🏕

[@paulharding1621]

I have a Swagman and whilst I use it mostly as a sleeping bag it as comfy and surprisingly warm. Used mine last night over a summer weight sleeping bag (temp 4C) and I was very cosy under my tarp.

[@treksntarps]

Nice one. Yes I find it really handy to have . Sometimes I bring it along and don't use it but its definately a handy piece of kit to have . Take care and thank you for watching 👌🏕

[@CDPOutdoors]

Good bit of kit. I have the same in camo. Thank's for sharing with us all. All the best. Clive 🤠

[@treksntarps]

Thank you . No worries Clive, take care bud. Enjoy the weekend 👌

[@owtnabowt2723]

Mornin' Mark. Great review. I do like that liner, very versatile.Its a serious contender for my next purchase.

[@treksntarps]

How do Andy . Yes mate seems really good haven't used it to much as yet but think it'll do what it says on the tin . Hope you good mate take it easy 👌

[@overthebackfence8776]

Nice woodland that and nice bit of kit. Autumn here in the Southern Hemisphere is also spider time. I think they might hatch in spring and grow and grow and grow. Another good one - Cheers.

[@treksntarps]

Yes it is nice , its lovely to get outside . There were spiders and webs everywhere in there 😂 . Spiders in the southern hemisphere must be another kettle of fish entirely . Bet theres some right old beasties. Anyway thank you for watching , take it easy atb 👍🏕

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

I am using a similar system, but I use the wilderness innovations Poncho Survival Shelter HD, it's a reg military poncho, but it can be used as a hammock too, it has channeled ends allowing cordage to run thru it, i have a few models from them, they are amazing and work very well with the helicon swagman roll, as a top quilt or an underquilt. super compact and great shelter element to have with me all the time.,

[@treksntarps]

Hi , thanks for watching . That sounds an interesting bit of kit , I will have a look into it . I do like multi-functional things . Take it easy 👍

[@Nobby77]

Like the look of that swag roll

[@treksntarps]

It's good wearing it now 😂 take it easy man 👍

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

The swagman roll makes a great under quilt in a hammock too , i use with my wilderness innovations hammock/ poncho

[@treksntarps]

Cheers . That poncho sounds like a good bit of kit . Atb 👍

[@paganoutdoors3193]

Cool video, just come across your channel and have subbed, my main poncho is the helikon-tex one, brilliant bits of kit, the swagman is something I've looked at for a long time, maybe one day, good review on some solid products, looking forward to watching some more of your videos, good health and safe travels my friend, cheers craig

[@treksntarps]

Thanks Graig . Yep I've used them both a few times since and still impressed . Hopefully help me out during the colder months . Cheers for watching bud stay well and enjoy the outdoors 👍

[@Brianrockrailfan]

great video

[@treksntarps]

Thank you . Atb 👍

[@stevew585]

Awesome, cheers Mark.

[@treksntarps]

No worries 👍.

[@SandybackOutdoors]

This is like an American poncho liner on steroids Mark 😄😄. I love my woobie, like you say mate there an extremely versatile bit of kit and will definitely serve you well in a pinch. Always heard great things about the helikon tex poncho and it also looks like a great piece of kit. Fantastic demos of the multiple uses of these mate. Another great vid. Atb, J 👍.

[@treksntarps]

Cheers J . Thank you mate . Yep it does seem a good bit of kit , haven't properly put it to the test as yet but will probably be bringing both items along with me most places so I'll find out soon . Hope you good bud 👍 atvb 👌

[@JamiedoesWildBikepacking]

Great vid, I could really make use of a camp poncho like that, waterproof layer, or to cover my bike at camp. ATB mate

[@treksntarps]

Cheers mate. Yes it'd do the job for that I reckon . Handy versatile bit of kit . Was out in the pouring rain the other day and it kept me dry. Take care bud 👌

[@BurtonOutdoors]

Nice, I've not got the swagman but I do have the poncho, great bit of kit, I got mine a few years ago in Polish Woodland Camo, I can't work the paracord thing out either, think I actually chopped it out I need to have a look 👍 Lee

[@treksntarps]

Cheers Lee . Yeah dont know what that cord is for really. Off out for a wander in a minute 😜. Its persisting down so that'll be a little tester 🤔 Hope you good, take it easy man 👌

[@northernembersoutdoors1045]

Hi, liked the look of the poncho, shame it's not fully water proof but more water resistant, still would probably work well enough. Made for a versatile bit of kit👍👍. Cheers.

[@treksntarps]

Think the poncho is waterproof but the swagman roll is water resistant . Cheers for watching bud 👍 take care .

[@margaretadler6162]

I have had the swag man roll and it's a great piece of gear and well worth the money! I'll have to get the helicontex poncho and compare it to the US G.I. poncho. that with a G.I. bivy bag it would make for a great sleep spring,summer and fall sleep system. depending on where you are. here in Vietnam it would be plenty warm enough. thanks for the fine video! ATB Sam Adler from Vietnam

[@treksntarps]

Thank yo Sam . Yes I like these 2 bits of kit . They combine well. Really not sure if the poncho is up to the usgi durability and I think the helikon one is a bit smaller . It is handy that you can use the liner and poncho as a sleep system especially in warmer weather. No protection from creepy crawlies though unless of course you have a fire near or some type of bug mesh . Anyway , thank you for watching . ATB 🏕👍

[@margaretadler6162]

I plan on using with U.S. G.I. bivy bag and tarp shelter. ATB, Sam from Vietnam

[@treksntarps]

@@margaretadler6162 Sounds cool . Enjoy . 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

That's proper multi dimensional gear Mark. It's like the outdoor survivors equivalent of a chameleon changing from this to that. I look forward to seeing you put it through the ringer. A review would be great. Mark

[@treksntarps]

Cheers Mark . Yes on 1st impressions both of them seem very good . Poncho is a little on the small side for a shelter but it'll do . Kept me dry as a poncho yesterday . Take care bud going to have a look at your road trip in the next few days . Intrigued 🤔👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@treksntarps Hey that's good to hear Mark. You could use a bivvy bag with it. No rush with the road trip but thanks.

[@treksntarps]

Yeah that's probably what I'd do if I was using it . Look after yourself Mate 👍

[@WyeExplorer]

@@treksntarps An obvious choice really. I will look after myself. You to.

[@kurtsteiner8384]

You strap one to the other, it has multy uses. From impromptu tent, to basha, even sleeping system. And you can wear it to.

[@treksntarps]

Yes. Its a handy bit of kit . Thank you for watching, take care 🏕👍

[@Jakelol1980]

What do you think of me using the Swagman as a liner for a Snugpak Softie 6? How low do you think i can go in temp?

[@treksntarps]

Hi . Not to sure. Depends on if you're a cold or warm sleeper . The swagman roll will definately add a few degrees of warmth though. Maybe you should test it in controlled conditions . Somewhere where you have a back up bag or somewhere warm to go. I've used my British army lightweight bag with the swagman roll at about 0 and was ok . Wouldnt want to go much lower though. Hope this helps . Take care 👍🏕

[@treksntarps]

I used the swagman sort of like a quilt inside the bag as it can be quite restrictive.

[@Jakelol1980]

@@treksntarps Im a cold sleeper and i have been sleeping in the Softie 6 in +10 degrees in a bases layer and i feel like that was almost the limit. Maybe use the Swagman on the outside of the Softie 6 then?

[@treksntarps]

@@Jakelol1980 I think the swagman is a bit small to go on the outside. It will add a few degrees to the snugpak but good idea to test it out and see how you get on . 👌

[@tonystares5865]

Great video mate can I ask where you got it from please

[@treksntarps]

Cheers mate. I got both items from military 1st . I'm pretty sure they're available on amazon to . Not sure which has the better deal . Good bits of kit . Used them both a few times now. Atb 👍

[@tonystares5865]

@@treksntarps thanks mate much appreciated 👍

[@treksntarps]

@@tonystares5865 you're welcome 👌

[@drozdmaxim2214]

How tall are you ?

[@treksntarps]

Hi 6" 2 mate . Take care 👍🏕

[@scuba5k]

Looks like the cheaper BASIC swag. The more expensive one is more water resistant and lighter weight

[@treksntarps]

Hi Steven . This is definitely the original helikon swagman roll. The helikon basic has no kangaroo pouch on the front is made with differant specifications and has a sort of pleated finish on the fabric . Atb 👍

[@mikemurphy8067]

I think you may be missing some gear sir.

[@treksntarps]

Mate, I think I've got to much gear 😂. Take care 👍

[@brianbeatens3518]

I got one a few weeks ago, mine hasnt got the pocket on the front!!

[@treksntarps]

Thats strange. Although I think they do make another version called the swagman basic. Hope it does the job for you. Thanks for watching 👍🏕