Washington Outer Layer - Men's

This is a great outer layer. I took it up to the Osceolas the week before Christmas, and it kept the wind out while keeping me warm. It functioned very well with a base and mid layer to handle moisture and body heat. The integrated balaclava is a super cool feature.

The materials are pretty neat, and it’s not a bulky garment at all, despite its capability. It’s cut well and all the seams and closures are very nicely done. It looks awesome. I love it and wear it everywhere. The fact that it is 100% USA made, from the materials to the cut & sew, is rare and awesome.

I picked up my Mt. Washington when I went to visit the Burgeon showroom after Christmas. I've had it about a month now and I've worn it for just about every hike since the new year, so I'd say it has about 100 miles of trail time now. First the fit, I agree that a cinch at the waist would be a nice addition but, the waist belt on my backpack does a perfectly fine job sealing my top. Other than that, the fit is very comfortable, I wear a medium, and there is room for an additional layer of insulation though I only run a base layer and the Mt. Washington for my kit.
Insulation: There have been a lot of really cold days this month, the most extreme was -17f at the trailhead. I wore a base layer and this jacket and was perfectly warm with no issues or concerns, there was no wind but it was the perfect protective layer for the day. The Mt. Washington insulated even when I started to sweat through and the jacket was damp. the fitted hood is an excellent sealing layer around my head over a balaclava or even just a neck gaiter. I have noticed that wind can seep in through the zippers and I have felt that cold seepage on the arm zippers mostly.
Wind and water resistance: I haven't really tested this yet, I'm planning to get up Mt Monadnock or some other bald summit in a storm to give the jacket a good test, if I remember I'll make a video and share that.
Overall: This is a great multi-use jacket that keeps me warm and has taken the worst of everything I throw at it. The zippers all work, even with gloves on and they are roomy enough to access with gloves on as well. My only complaints would be, I'd like the front pockets higher to fit around a waist strap on a backpack. I'd like to see the cinch on the bottom for that added level of control when buttoning up the system. And lastly, I want a hardshell... Burgeon, please make a hardshell!

LOVE this jacket! Ive used it in a variety of conditions, backcountry skiing, climbing, hiking and yard work.
The fit is great- lots of stretch, highly wind resistant, very breathable
Reminds me of an old school Wild Things jacket,
Burly and functional

Wore Washington Outer layer with the Franconia under it with a thin base layer for back to back hikes: Big Sugar Loaf where it snowed the entire time and up Kearsarge where it was windy and mid 20s and a decent amount of snow. I was dry both days. I only pulled the hood up at the summit. The Washington has really deep hand warmer pockets which can hold a 1 liter Nalgene bottle. I had a hard shell and a puffy in my pack both days and didn’t pull them out.

The build quality seems excellent based on inspection/early use. The pockets are awesome, including zippered arm pockets and nudge the use-case of this garment as an outer vs mid layer... consistent with the garment's name ("WA Outer Layer"). So, I anticipate using this more when I think I won't be donning my shell and there is PLENTY of room for layering underneath (cut a bit wide for me). The integrated balaclava is rather unique and I find useful. It's a small thing, but I found useful backcountry Nordic skiing when I'm going up/down often and the downhill stretches are long and steep enough with the temp in the teens F and wind blowing to keep me comfortable.

As others have commented, the lack of waist drawstring/shock cord is a significant oversight. The cuffs have a similar weakness. They seem durable, crafted with a thin strip of durable material over the end of the fleece, but no mechanism to keep the cold out or cinch the cuff to easily fit under gloves/mitts. So, I have to finagle my short gloves over the cuff. My long mittens slide right over (and then I cinch them), no problem. You're best wearing gauntlet gloves/mitts as the sleeves are a bit short (as others have commented).

The lack of securing/tightening the waist is such a significant detractor that if the rest of the garment wasn't so awesome, I'd drop my rating to 3 stars. I can't imagine it would add much to the cost of producing the garment and it seriously detracts from the warmth-potential. (I can live with the cuffs and shortish sleeves).
5'7", 121 lbs; size S

I was hoping this would be my outer layer for my PCT hike next year. But I found it was not as warm as I expected, it did not offer much protection from the rain and was heavier than expected. I ordered the large but found it was a small/large that doesn't allow for a middle layer. So, this will never see the trail and will only be used around town.

Love this jacket. Waterproofing definitely works. Moves with you. Deep pockets so stuff doesn't fall out if you sit. Neck gaiter/mask is built into the hood is a nice touch. I wear it all the time (Live in northern Ohio on the lake)

Great product sold by great staff!

This is a great coat! It is nice and long for winter and will be used to skin up the mountain as soon as we get some snow. Very excited to use it!

Burgeon Washington fleece jacket fits great, is a very interesting design and has beautiful functionality! Also had a very attractive price and is extremely warm for just about any winter adventure.

Definitely will keep you warm down into the 40s while hiking. Water proofing works well - already used it during a rain storm. Glad I purchased it. Light weight too

This is the ideal technical hoodie for the mountains. 10/10

Jacket is even nicer than I could have hoped. Quality is awesome and it's a great weight for as warm as it is.

Stopped in a few years ago and initially passed on purchasing. Regretted not having it on every trip since. Was in Lincoln earlier this year and bright it home with me andstaken it off since

Only reason it’s not a 5 is the bottom does not close. Add a way to tighten it up with a string and keep the air out.

This is a well-made layer. Pockets are good and the chest pocket holds larger phones. Female version has deferent chest pocket layout that my wife did not like, so she didn’t get it. It’s a warm jacket and it breaths well, which is important for me since I heat up fast and always run hot. But, it gives in the wind pretty easily. You’ll want your shell with you if you anticipate rain or wind. The fit for me (6’, 200 lbs) is perfect. And the hood is the best designed I’ve worn. It doesn’t hang down over my eyes. The hood has no adjustment. Build quality, like all Burgeon clothing, is top notch!

It definitely doesn’t seem as warm as I was expecting but I also haven’t worn it layered up. That’s mostly because this winter hasn’t been very cold. Love the fit and style. The workmanship is of the highest quality as expected from Burgeon. I’ve only worn it through some slight drizzle and it has held up well. I look forward to wearing it more, through at least three seasons and utilizing its versatility and see where it takes me.

Love the Washington. Great look… comfortable… and definitely keeps the wind out and the temperature warm.

I've used the jacket for a few years now and it still holds up well. Even after numerous washings it is highly water repellent. No pilling either. The jacket is incredibly well-made. It's warm, and I like the hood. I'd call it wind resistant but not wind-proof. That's not a big deal though. During ascents it's highly breathable and on the summit it's easy to throw a shell over it.

There are a few things I'd change though:
The material in the handwarmer pockets is highly breathable and stretchy. Without a drawcord at the bottom hem that results in pockets that aren't all that warm, though that's not an issue when the bottom of your jacket is cinched closed by the hip belt of a pack. I also wished the pocket lining was sturdier: my keys have punched a few holes through it. I'd also prefer less stretchy and more wind-proof material for the chest pocket.
I wear glasses, so the integrated balaclava does not work for me. A simple buff is more versatile.
A cinch at the bottom hem would keep more heat in.
The pockets in the sleeves are (too) big and awkwardly shaped. Things get lost in there (keys) or fall sideways (pens), which limits motion. I rather have only one of these arm pockets and a second chest pocket.

Overall, it's still one of my go-to jackets during the cold season. I use it on day hikes or around the house. It's relatively heavy and bulky, so it does not replace my much lighter puffy on multi-day backpacking trips.

Recently did a 6 mile hike with 2k of elevation in this jacket.it was a cold, windy day, but I usually heat up quickly and have to strip off layers on the climbs. The washington breathes so well, I never took off my jacket once. It was plenty warm for breaks, but I was shocked at how well this jacket regulated heat. It is also the most xomfortable softshell I've ever worn. It stretches very well and I almost forgot I had it on during the hike. And the built in balaclava in the hood is genius! No more digging through my pack look for my buff. Just put the hood up and pull it over your face. This is probably the perfect jacket for winter hikes! Well done!

I asked for and received this jacket for the holidays. Now that I've tried it on (LTall), I love the fit! I'm 6'5", and it's not easy to find anything with long enough arms that isn't baggy. This jacket is both - nice long arms and body in a fit with just enough room for a mid-layer underneath. And, it's soft and stretchy - really comfortable.
I wore it with a long-sleeve base and a fleece vest on a 25 degree day and felt nice and toasty on the move. Of course, I needed more when we stopped.
This is a great technical jacket that looks good as well. Love it!

An excellent product all the way around. On a recent hike everyone got soaked but me. Nice and warm too. Very friendly sales people as well.

Not what I was expecting way thinner which I like. But no compromise on warmth. Going to be great for fat biking in the snow and everything in between.

I purchased the Washington outer layer as a gift for my husband. He will open the gift on Christmas Day! Hoping he loves it, but I’m sure he will!

Excellent quality and fit. Just went for a hike in the Whites -10 with the wind chill, 25-30 mph gusts and I was warm and comfortable. Great outer layer!