Helikon-Tex® Yukon Winter Jacket: Built for the Cold, for Work, and for Sparks

The Yukon jacket by Helikon-Tex® was born from a simple equation: take a warm synthetic insulation that performs even when damp and pair it with a tough outer fabric that can withstand field conditions, heavy gear, and the occasional campfire spark. The result is a jacket equally at home in the woods, on training exercises, or in the city – one that can also be waxed for extra protection against wind and water.

Climashield™ Apex® and Duracanvas® – Proven for Winter Conditions

Warmth and durability don’t have to compete. Helikon-Tex has combined two trusted technologies that complement rather than constrain each other: lightweight Climashield™ Apex® insulation and robust, flexible Duracanvas®. The result is a balance of thermal efficiency, wind resistance, mechanical strength, and mobility.

Resilience instead of a fragile membrane. Yukon made from waxable Duracanvas can handle moisture, wind, and light rain while maintaining breathability and comfort in movement.

🟠 Inside – Climashield™ Apex® 67 g/m²

A lightweight synthetic insulation that stays warm even when wet, dries quickly, and doesn’t bulk up. The 67 g/m² fill weight strikes the ideal balance between thermal performance and freedom of movement — easy to work in, easy to layer.

🟠 Outside – Duracanvas® (65 % polyester / 33 % cotton / 2 % elastane)

A tough, spark-resistant fabric that handles thorns, branches, and rough work with ease. The addition of elastane ensures freedom of movement when you’re active or carrying gear. And its key advantage: it can be waxed.

Yukon looks good even outside the forest. You'll appreciate the same functional details that work in the field during everyday wear in the city.

Functional Design and Details

The Yukon is built to perform, not just to look good. Every element serves a purpose — from the hood to the hem. The design accounts for movement, layering, and glove use, when dexterity is limited and functionality must take over.

Smart Features That Work Even with Gloves

• Multi-adjustable hood with a high collar for facial coverage.

• Two-way front zipper for seated comfort and easy bottom ventilation.

• Zipped underarm vents for fast heat release.

• Eight pockets in total: two chest pockets with mesh organisers, hand-warmer pockets, a large sleeve pocket on the left arm, one internal zipped chest pocket, and two large internal mesh pockets for hats or gloves.

• Paracord loops in the pockets and MOLLE/PALS attachment points along the lower hem — perfect for carrying a knife, lighter, or fire-starting pouch within easy reach.

• Velcro patch panel on the sleeve for identification.

• Adjustable cuffs with hook-and-loop tabs and drawcord hem for optimised insulation.

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Thermal Comfort and Layering

The Yukon performs best in deep winter conditions (approx. –16 to –25 °C). In the lower range of that spectrum, it pairs well with a thermal mid-layer such as the Helikon Wolfhound or a merino/fleece layer depending on activity. Thanks to moderate insulation weight and a slightly relaxed cut, the jacket remains supple and non-restrictive even in motion.

Durability Around Fire and in the Field

Duracanvas offers significantly higher spark resistance than typical thin synthetics. While individual hot particles may leave small marks on the surface, they don’t burn through — and most fade after washing. Ideal for camp or bushcraft work.

Technical Overview

• Insulation: Climashield® Apex® 67 g/m² (body, sleeves, hood)

• Outer fabric: Duracanvas® 65 % polyester / 33 % cotton / 2 % elastane

• Weight: approx. 1 200 g (size L)

• Features: pit zips, two-way zipper, multi-adjustable hood, MOLLE/PALS loops, paracord pocket pulls

• Pockets: 2 chest (with mesh organisers), 2 hand, 1 sleeve, 1 internal zipped, 2 internal mesh

• Recommended use: –25 to –16 °C | bushcraft / outdoor / urban

Yukon is made for outdoor work – it can handle fire, wood, and effort. The durable Duracanvas fabric protects against sparks and abrasion and can be easily reinforced with wax.

Waxing the Duracanvas® – Getting the Most Out of Your Yukon

Waxing is a simple and effective way to boost the Yukon’s resistance to wet snow, drizzle, and wind without compromising breathability. It doesn’t create a miracle waterproof barrier, but rather a smart upgrade to exposed areas — improving water repellency, extending the fabric’s lifespan, and giving it a subtle, functional patina.

🟠 Why Wax the Duracanvas

Waxing enhances the Duracanvas surface, making it more water- and wind-resistant. Water beads and runs off instead of soaking in. The fabric may darken slightly and develop a natural patina over time — lighter creases and folds — which is a feature, not a flaw.

🟠 Where to Wax (and Where Not To)

✅ Do wax: shoulders, upper sleeves (outer and forearm areas), and the front panel — zones exposed to rain and wind.
❌ Avoid waxing the back under a backpack — you’ll want that area to stay breathable.

Yukon can withstand demanding movement and a full load. The shoulders and upper part of the sleeves can be waxed – it protects against rain while the back under the backpack remains breathable.

🟠 How Long the Wax Lasts

Waxing is temporary. It will gradually wash out after several launderings but is easily renewed. That reversibility is part of its advantage — no permanent coating, just flexible protection.

Yukon: Reliable Winter Protection for Field and City

The Yukon is a true working winter jacket in the best sense — it insulates, protects, and moves with you. Add wax to the key areas and it becomes a dependable shield against moisture and wind. Built to handle field conditions as well as everyday wear, it adapts easily to your style, workload, and environment.