The Berghaus Kirkhale Baffle Jacket is an essential piece of outerwear designed for active kids aged 9-10 who need reliable warmth and protection in colder, damp climates. Its lightweight synthetic insulation and water-repellent finish ensure comfort during outdoor play and daily commutes, offering peace of mind for parents. While highly effective for typical winter conditions, users should note that its water repellency is for showers and light rain, not extreme downpours.
Insulated Warmth: Filled with lightweight and toasty synthetic insulation, providing excellent warmth without bulk for winter weather.
Water Repellent: Features a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish that effectively repels light rain and showers, helping to keep the insulation performance intact.
Protective Hood: A grown-on hood with a high collar and elastic edge ensures a snug fit, offering additional protection against wind and cold.
Secure Fit: Equipped with stretch binding on the cuffs and hem to seal out drafts and keep winds at bay, ensuring a comfortable and secure fit.
Practical Pockets: Includes two zipped hand pockets, perfect for keeping small essentials secure or warming hands.
Convenient Storage: A hanging hoop allows for easy storage, and a woven inner name patch (for sizes up to 10 years) makes it ideal for school use.
Excellent Warmth: Synthetic insulation provides reliable warmth in cold conditions.
Effective Water Repellency: DWR finish handles light rain and snow, keeping the wearer dry and comfortable.
Child-Friendly Design: Features like the name patch and secure hood make it practical for kids' daily activities.
Durable Construction: Made from polyester, designed to withstand the rigours of active children.
Versatile Use: Suitable for school, outdoor play, and general winter wear.
Not Fully Waterproof: While water repellent, it's not designed for heavy, sustained downpours.
Synthetic Insulation: May not be as compressible or lightweight as down insulation for extreme packing needs.
Fixed Hood: The 'grown-on' hood is not detachable, which some users might prefer.
Excellent Warmth: Synthetic insulation provides reliable warmth in cold conditions.
Effective Water Repellency: DWR finish handles light rain and snow, keeping the wearer dry and comfortable.
Child-Friendly Design: Features like the name patch and secure hood make it practical for kids' daily activities.
Durable Construction: Made from polyester, designed to withstand the rigours of active children.
Versatile Use: Suitable for school, outdoor play, and general winter wear.
Not Fully Waterproof: While water repellent, it's not designed for heavy, sustained downpours.
Synthetic Insulation: May not be as compressible or lightweight as down insulation for extreme packing needs.
Fixed Hood: The 'grown-on' hood is not detachable, which some users might prefer.
The Berghaus Kirkhale Baffle Jacket excels in providing warmth and protection for children during the colder months. Its synthetic insulation retains heat even if slightly damp, making it a reliable choice for unpredictable weather. The DWR finish means splashes and light rain bead off the surface, keeping your child drier during short exposure to moisture. This jacket is particularly well-suited for:
School Commutes: The built-in name patch helps prevent mix-ups, while the insulation keeps kids warm on their way to and from school.
Outdoor Play: Whether it's playing in the park, building snowmen, or exploring the garden, the jacket offers freedom of movement and essential warmth.
Family Outings: Ideal for chilly walks, trips to the local woods, or any family adventure where a warm, protective layer is needed.
Layering: It can be worn as a primary outer layer over a fleece or base layer for increased warmth in very cold conditions.
Ensure zips are fully closed and the hood is up in windy or damp conditions to maximize warmth and protection. The two zipped pockets are great for stashing gloves, a small snack, or simply keeping hands warm.
The Berghaus Kirkhale Baffle Jacket requires no special setup. Simply unpackage it and it's ready to wear.
This jacket is designed for children, specifically for ages 9-10 based on the size. It is compatible with standard children's layering systems, meaning it can be worn over base layers and mid-layers (like fleeces) for added warmth in very cold conditions. Its unisex design ensures suitability for all children.
Proper care will extend the life and maintain the performance of your jacket. Always refer to the care label inside the garment for specific instructions, but general guidelines for polyester synthetic insulated jackets with DWR typically include:
Washing: Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with a mild detergent. Avoid fabric softeners as they can impair the DWR finish and insulation performance. Wash separately or with similar colors.
Drying: Tumble dry on a low heat setting with a few clean tennis balls to help fluff the synthetic insulation. Do not dry clean. Ensure the jacket is completely dry before storing to prevent mildew.
DWR Maintenance: Over time, the DWR finish may wear off. If water stops beading on the surface, you can reactivate it by tumble drying on low heat (if the care label allows) or reapply a DWR treatment spray specifically designed for outdoor apparel.
Storage: Hang the jacket using the provided hanging hoop. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not compress for extended periods as this can reduce the loft of the insulation.