Helly Hansen Crew Hooded Midlayer Sailing Jacket 34442

The Helly Hansen Crew Hooded Midlayer is a men's sailing jacket described as waterproof, windproof and breathable, with fleece lining and insulation. Its pack-away hood and articulated shoulders and elbows are designed for adaptable coverage and movement on the water.

At a glance

The listing describes HELLY TECH Protection for waterproof, windproof and breathable performance.
Polartec fleece lining and sleeve insulation are intended to add warmth, while taffeta in the sleeves helps the jacket slide on and off.
The hood packs into the collar, and articulated shoulders and elbows are designed to allow freedom of movement.
The listing describes the front zip as stronger and more saltwater-resistant than a standard zip.

Price

£102.58Save 40%

Reference price: ~~£170.00~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines the listed weather protection with fleece lining and sleeve insulation in a midlayer design.
Pack-away hood and seam-integrated hand pockets keep the listed design features close to the jacket.
Articulated elbows and shoulders are a practical feature for movement while sailing.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Identity
Brand	Helly Hansen
Model	34442
Department	Men's

Construction and features
Weather protection	waterproof, windproof, and breathable
Weather-protection technology	HELLY TECH® Protection
Lining	Polartec® fleece
Sleeve insulation lining	polyester insulation lined with taffeta in the sleeves
Front zip	YKK® Vislon® zipper
Hood	hood that can pack down into the collar
Pockets	hand pockets into the seam
Movement features	articulated elbow and shoulder

What to know before buying

The listing's weather-protection, saltwater-resistance and warmth descriptions are manufacturer claims, not independently verified performance measures. Customer feedback is divided on sizing, so consider fit carefully, especially if planning to layer it over another jacket.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Sailing and other outdoor use where a hooded, insulated midlayer is wanted.
Buyers who value a hood that packs into the collar and articulated movement features.
People seeking a jacket with fleece lining and sleeve insulation for added warmth.

Less suited to

Anyone needing independently verified protection ratings or precise sizing guidance from the supplied details.

Helly Hansen Crew Hooded Midlayer Sailing Jacket 34442 · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 606 ratings

5 stars85%85%
4 stars7%7%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars2%2%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback is largely positive about quality, warmth and water resistance, with reports of use on the water. Customers also describe the jacket as lightweight, attractive and a good fit, although sizing opinions differ. These impressions align with the listed fleece lining, sleeve insulation and sailing-oriented design, but feedback does not independently verify the stated weather protection.

Positive themes

Customers praise the jacket's quality, warmth and water resistance.
Feedback also describes it as lightweight, attractive and a good fit.

Mixed feedback

Customers disagree on sizing, which matters if choosing a size for layering.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Helly Hansen Crew Hooded Midlayer described as waterproof?

Yes. The listing describes it as waterproof, windproof and breathable, and names HELLY TECH Protection. These are listing claims rather than independently verified performance results.

What lining and insulation does it have?

The description specifies Polartec fleece lining and polyester insulation with taffeta in the sleeves. It says the sleeve lining helps the jacket slide on and off.

Can the hood be stowed away?

Yes. The description says the hood packs down into the collar.

What should I know about sizing?

Customer feedback is mixed on sizing. The supplied information does not establish a consistent fit, so take care when selecting a size, particularly if you intend to layer.