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Backpacker Magazine – September 2010

Budget Apparel Guide: Apparel - Insulation

From mild autumn evenings to winter's deep freeze, here's how to stay warm for less.

by: Kristin Hostetter

L.L. Bean Goose Down Jacket (Courtesy Photo)

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Jackets

Gear Bargain Hunting: Fleece

[warmest]
L.L. Bean Goose Down Jacket

[all conditions]
Sierra Designs Toaster Jacket

[synthetic puffy]
Merrell Charade Puffy Jacket

[wool midlayer]
L.L. Bean Cresta Wool Midweight Base Layer Crew

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Hi there Kristin!

Julia Aiken from TOAST heated clothes here. I used to do the pro snowboard tour with your brother. Check out our very affordable solution to staying warm, heated long underwear. It hides handwarmers in all the right places. Each piece costs $75-$85 so it's a lot cheaper than a down jacket or battery power.

Plus, all of our styles are proudly "Made in North America" using Polartec fabrics. So even without the heat, our quality rivals the best brands on the planet...

So the next time you get goosebumps, stay warm and buy local with heated long underwear from TOAST! www.toast-clothes.com

Thanks,
~Julia Aiken
Posted: Feb 16, 2012 Julia Aiken