An innovative line of rugs that consistently maintains a comfortable body temperature for your horse throughout the entire rugging period.
• One rug without constant changing
• Thermal comfort for your horse even with significant temperature fluctuations
• Rug retains its properties even after multiple washes
Horse owners around the world often struggle with selecting the right rug weight to suit weather conditions and their horse’s actual needs. The situation is further complicated by the fact that many horses remain in the same rug until their caregiver visits the stable again. Standard rugs with fixed parameters cannot adapt to the horse's needs in real-time, often resulting in the horse becoming either overheated or chilled – sometimes several times in one day.
That’s why we created the Winderen Thermoactive rug, capable of active thermoregulation – absorbing, storing, and releasing heat precisely when your horse needs it.
The rug comes in two versions: Zoom – the winter version (equivalent to rugs with 100-350g filling) and the transitional version (equivalent to rugs with 50-200g filling).
Outlast® Technology in Winderen Thermoactive Rugs
Winderen Thermoactive is the first and only line of rugs in the world to feature patented technology from the German company Outlast®. This advanced solution uses phase change materials (PCMs) – substances that can repeatedly store and release heat as they change their state – to maintain optimal body temperature. Outlast® technology was originally developed for NASA, to create clothing for astronauts who have to cope with extreme temperature fluctuations in space.
PCMs change their state depending on the horse’s skin temperature. When the temperature is too high, they absorb heat, allowing the horse to stay comfortable without overheating. When the temperature drops, they release the heat to prevent chilling.
These phase change materials are permanently integrated into the Thermocules polymer coating, which retains its properties even after numerous washes.
Additionally, Winderen Thermoactive rugs have the ability to maintain the proper microclimate on the horse’s skin. This technology not only regulates temperature but also prevents moisture build-up on the skin. This means your horse, even when walking briskly in the horse walker, will not become sweaty. With Outlast® technology in Winderen Thermoactive rugs, you can ensure your horse is not too hot, not too cold – just right!
Protection from Rubbing: We understand how common rubs from rugs can be on horses. To prevent this, we have sewn soft, vegan fur into all the vulnerable areas – on the shoulders and withers – to significantly reduce friction. What’s more, the fur is placed deep enough to protect the entire sensitive wither area.
Choose a Matching Hood
If you’re looking for comprehensive protection against heat loss, you can also purchase a dedicated hood for the Winderen Thermoactive rug. For the Winderen Thermoactive Zoom 100-350 rug, we recommend the Thermoactive hood. If you opt for the lighter rug, the Zoom 50-200, you can choose either the Thermo Clear or Softshell Thermo Clear hood.
