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Burton North Star Full-Zip Hooded Fleece Jacket - Women's - 08/09

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I currently own this hoodie as my 'warmth' piece while...

By nel3078407 June 17, 2010

I currently own this hoodie as my 'warmth' piece while skiing (with a waterproof shell when it's wet), with 1-2 other underlayers which are breathable (ie merino). I ski in NH, and we often get temps right around or below 32F. The problem I've found with this fleece is that 1) in extreme temps it's not warm enough with just 2 baselayers and a shell, and 2) it doesnt breathe very well (ie I sweat). In light of that, here are my questions regarding this hoodie, the Arcteryx Hooded Handler jacket, and the I/O Bio Merino Signature Hooded Sweater:

1) Could you rate all three of them from warmest to least warm?
2) Could you rate all three of them from most breathable to least breathable?

Here are the links for the other jackets:
http://www.departmentofgoods.com/sales/Arcteryx-Handler-Hooded-Jacket-Womens/ARC0638M.html
http://www.departmentofgoods.com/sales/I-O-Bio-Merino-Signature-Pocket-Hooded-Sweater-Womens/IOB0042M.html

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Tech Specs:

Material:
Fleece 
Fleece Weight:
Midweight 
Windproof:
No 
Pockets:
2 Front 
Recommended Use:
Casual wear 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 Year 

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