The Chiba Thermo Aktiv paragliding gloves offer reliable protection against the cold, exceptional comfort, and precise control during paragliding and hang gliding. Thanks to their windproof and breathable construction, insulating neoprene back, and durable nappa leather palm, they are particularly well-suited for cool flying days in spring, fall, and winter.
The integrated Chiba Hot-Liner heating system allows for the use of additional heating pads that keep your hands comfortably warm in low temperatures. Extra-long cuffs, integrated wrist warmers, and touchscreen compatibility make the Thermo Aktiv a versatile flying glove for recreational pilots and ambitious cross-country flyers.
The Chiba Thermo Aktiv Hot-Liner glove features an integrated pocket on the back of the hand into which compatible activated carbon heat packs can be inserted.
Once the packaging is opened, the heat packs react with oxygen to generate additional warmth. Depending on the heat pack used, warmth can last up to five hours.
Unlike electrically heated paragliding gloves, the Hot-Liner system requires neither batteries nor charging cables. This makes the Chiba Thermo Aktiv a hassle-free solution for pilots who want extra warmth when needed.
The heat packs are consumables and must be replaced after use.
When paragliding, a secure grip on the brake lines and risers is crucial.
The palm of the Chiba Thermo Aktiv is made of durable nappa leather and provides a grippy contact surface for controlling the glider. A reinforced thumb area protects areas subject to particularly high stress.
The ergonomic design supports finger mobility and enables controlled handling during takeoff, flight, and landing.
The back of the Chiba Thermo Aktiv is lined with insulating neoprene. Together with the warm inner lining, it protects the hands from getting cold.
The windproof, breathable design reduces the impact of cold headwinds. The extra-long cuffs and integrated wrist warmers are particularly practical, providing additional protection for the sensitive wrist area.
This makes the glove suitable for longer thermal flights, during which hands are exposed to low temperatures for extended periods.
The integrated touchscreen functionality allows you to operate compatible smartphones and touchscreen flight instruments without taking off your gloves.
This is especially handy if you want to check settings on your variometer or use a navigation app during flight.
A pull-on aid makes it easier to put the gloves on. Reflective strips on the fingers round out the functional features.
The Chiba Thermo Aktiv is ideal for paragliders and hang gliders looking for a versatile thermal glove for fluctuating temperatures. The glove is suitable for spring, fall, and winter. For prolonged exposure to extreme cold or very long winter flights, a more heavily insulated or electrically heated paragliding glove may be the better choice. It is particularly appealing to recreational pilots, thermal pilots, and XC pilots who want to generate additional warmth using Hot-Liner heating pads when needed.
1 pair of Chiba Thermo Aktiv Hot-Liner paragliding gloves (heat pads available separately)
| Features | Chiba Thermo Aktiv |
| Heating System | Hot-Liner heating pads, non-electric |
| Heat Duration | Up to 12 hours (with Heat Company heating pads), depending on the heating pad |
| Advantages | Insulating neoprene |
| Palm | Nappa leather |
| Wind protection | Windproof, prevents the wind from causing you to get cold |
| Cuff | Yes, the glove has an extra-long cuff designed for paragliding |
| Breathable | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes, but not explicitly stated |
| Touchscreen compatibility | Yes |
| Sizes | S–XXL |
The Chiba Thermo Aktiv features built-in pockets for compatible heat packs. These generate additional heat through a reaction with oxygen. No battery is required.
Compatible activated carbon heating pads can provide heat for up to five hours, depending on the model. The actual duration depends on the heating pad used and the conditions of use.
No. The glove does not have an electric heating element. The additional warmth is generated by separately inserted Hot-Liner heating pads.
The glove is windproof and breathable. A fully waterproof membrane is not explicitly specified for this model.
Yes. Thanks to the touchscreen functionality, you can operate compatible touchscreen flight instruments and smartphones without taking off the gloves.
The Thermo Aktiv is particularly suitable for cool flying days in spring and fall, as well as for winter flights when temperatures are suitable. Additional heat pads can be used to increase thermal comfort.
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