Turtle Fur Shellaclava Chelonia 150: Winter Balaclava Hood

Since 1982, Turtle Fur has been a leading brand in the outdoor, snow sports, and lifestyle markets, specializing in headwear and accessories. Founded by Millie Merrill, the company made its initial mark by inventing the first fleece neck warmer, affectionately dubbed "The Turtle's Neck" - a design shift in winter accessories that has proven successful to this day.

Today, Turtle Fur has expanded its product range, offering a robust and ever-encompassing selection of hats, necks, gear, and apparel for various outdoor activities. The company remains family-owned, based in Morrisville, Vermont, with a dedicated team committed to providing the best for its customers.

One of Turtle Fur's standout products is the Chelonia 150 Shellaclava, a moisture-wicking fleece neck warmer with an attached hood. Crafted from the brand's soft and warm heavyweight Chelonia 150 fleece, this versatile accessory seamlessly transitions from a neck warmer to a breathable hood, keeping you warm and dry from all angles.

The Chelonia 150 fleece offers not only exceptional warmth and comfort but also UPF 50+ sun protection, making it a perfect choice for a wide range of cold-weather activities. The flat seam hood joins the double-layer fleece neck at the back and sides, effectively keeping wind and snow off your neck and out of your jacket, while the design ensures a perfect fit under your hat or helmet.

The Shellaclava is the must-have under-helmet accessory, providing maximum comfort and breathability without compromising protection. It is the ideal companion for skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and virtually any other cold-weather adventure, including motorcycling, bike riding, running, construction, and warehouse work.

Turtle Fur's commitment to quality, comfort, creativity, and community is evident in all its products. The company launched the Project Warmth initiative in 2008 to help those in need stay warm, starting locally in Vermont and later expanding to a national level. By 2018, Turtle Fur had donated over 10,000 products, with a total of more than 75,000 pieces donated since the inception of the program.

Customers can contribute to this initiative by sharing a photo wearing their Turtle Fur product on social media using the hashtag #projectwarmth and tagging @turtlefur. The company will then send one hat or cold-weather accessory to someone in need.

Turtle Fur's mission is to create the best headwear and outdoor gear, helping people stay outside longer to enjoy the activities they love. With a focus on quality, comfort, and community, the brand continues to be a trusted name in the outdoor and winter sports industries.

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