About Q36.5: Pioneering Greater Comfort
First things first: the Q is from the Latin designation for “research” and 36.5 is the average body’s optimal temperature in celsius. And how appropriate–the brand started out as a research lab, and still partners with a top-tier European research institute to test their products in the climatic chamber there. The name is indicative of the key focus of the brand: engineering the best products to optimize rider comfort and performance.
Developed In The Dolomites
Based in Bolzano, in the heart of the Dolomites, they develop, source, and manufacture all of their products within 350km of their headquarters. This tight supply chain facilitates their focus on craftsmanship, from top-tier materials to quality construction that will deliver exceptional performance and withstand time and use.
Q36.5 chose to operate from the Dolomites, a global hub of cycling innovation, so they can readily access and develop productive relationships with world-class materials developers and testing facilities. The region is rich with challenging (and beautiful) riding, bringing out the best in the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, whose product testing rides inform the brand’s ongoing quest to create better and better products.
The Philosophy Behind Q36.5 Design
Thermoregulation. Performance. Comfort. Protection. These are the four pillars of the Q36.5 design philosophy, and their priority is clear in each piece they produce. Each collection focuses the attention a bit differently, so it’s good to understand what each offers and how to benefit from a proper collection for different rides and ride conditions.
The Clima Collection: Expert Thermo-Regulation
When it’s hot and you’re pushing hard, the last thing you need is a kit that weighs you down and overheats you in your own sweat. Instead, Q36.5’s ground-breaking Dottore Clima kit uses cutting-edge proprietary fibers like Graphene Yarn and Silver Thread Technology that are incredibly conductive and provide exceptional heat dissipation, aiding in thermoregulation beyond simple evaporative cooling.
Key features
Graphene Yarn:
An infusion of graphene fibers into the weft of the material provides excellent thermoregulation via graphene’s conductive and heat dissipation properties.
Silver Thread Technology:
Real silver threads woven into the material features antibacterial, heat conductivity, and moisture wicking advantages, reducing muscle fatigue.
What sets it apart
A holistically chosen mix of light and breathable fabrics, high-tech fibers, and durable panels where it counts, the CLIMA collection is the ideal kit to keep you cool during the hottest rides—for years to come.
Why we like the clima collection
- Designed and made in Italy
- Top-of-the-line thermoregulation
- Graphene Yarn Technology for peak heat dissipation performance
- Highly conductive silver thread enhances heat dissipation, prevents bacterial growth, and even protects against electrostatic and magnetic interference to your muscles
- Made to be lightweight and incredibly breathable without sacrificing durability
Shop the Clima collection here
The Dottore PRO Collection: Performance & Comfort
Q36.5 knows that comfort is crucial for performance, and with the Dottore PRO collection, they push their product development to help you push your boundaries. The jersey uses 3D-woven fabric with Silver Thread Technology for heat dispersal and quicker dry times, while the Dottore Pro Bib Shorts feature the QLAB AIR chamois for exceptional comfort.
Key features
Ergogenic Patterning:
Thoughtfully designed with minimal seams, perfectly placed, and with just the right amount of material, all for maximum comfort.
Graduated Compression:
Special high-density material, lightweight and supportive with compression that stimulates blood flow.
What sets it apart
Advanced technologies, smart construction, and the incredible QLAB AIR chamois make the Dottore Pro collection an ideal choice for long, challenging rides at moderate temperatures.
Why we like the dottore pro collection
- Designed and made in Italy
- Graphene Yarn Technology for peak heat dissipation performance
- Highly conductive silver thread enhances heat dissipation, prevents bacterial growth, and even protects against electrostatic and magnetic interference to your muscles
Shop the Dottore PRO collection here
The Gregarius Pro Collection: Long Distance Essentials
While there’s certainly a time and place for highly specialized kit, the Gregarius Pro collection is a celebration of high-quality all-rounder pieces that deliver reliable performance and comfort while also (humbly) boasting the reduced impact of Q36.5’s custom-developed, 100% recycled UF Knit44 Eco fabric.
Key features
UF Knit44 Eco:
Gregarius Pro and Pro Signature Bib Shorts use this 100% recycled, 44 gauge (44 stitches per cm2), which is made from recycled polyamide and recycled elastane. It offers UV protection and sun deflection to feel up to 1.5℃/2.7℉ cooler than a similar regular black fabric.
Lumbar Support System:
Made from a proprietary high density woven fabric, this panel on all Gregarius collection bib shorts provides additional compression to create a zone of support for the lumbar and gluteal musculature. The improved stability results in increased power output.
What sets it apart
Designed to be high-quality all-round performers that support you over long distances, every piece in the Gregarius Pro collection is made for greater comfort and lower environmental impact.
Why we like the gregarius pro collection
- Designed and made in Italy
- UF Knit44 ECO bib fabric is 100% recycled (including the elastane!)
- Long-distance muscle support from the bibs
- Excellent breathability from the jerseys
Shop the Gregarius Pro collection here
The Adventure Collection: All-Terrain Equipment
When your route diverges from the ordinary, facing varying surfaces and all weather conditions, the Adventure collection is the kit to turn to for comfort, protection, and all-day support. As Q36.5 puts it, this is “equipment designed for the globetrotter, not race-oriented but unrestrained in functionality.”
Key features
Cargo & Protection:
The additional pockets on the bib shorts provide storage for the extra supplies needed for off-the-beaten-path rides, but they add security in the event of a crash, as the two layers of fabric will slide against each other and reduce the friction on your skin.
Merino + Modern Tech:
The Adventure Jersey and Adventure Tech T-Shirt both use smart merino wool blends for comfort in a wide range of temperatures. The former features silver threads for additional thermal conductivity, while the latter is designed with smart ventilation that lets in airflow around the collarbone when leaned forward, as in a riding position.
What sets it apart
Aptly named, Q36.5’s Adventure collection has your next epic journey in mind, from the comfortable fits and materials chosen to the functional storage and ventilation features incorporated throughout. It’s perfect for off-road quests, but we also love it for less speed-centric pavement pursuits.
Why we like the adventure collection
- Designed and made in Italy
- Use of 100% recycled UF Knit44 ECO fabric
- The tops are made with merino wool for comfort in a broad range of temperatures
- Cargo pockets on the bibs for added storage and protection.
Shop the Adventure collection here
The Grid Skin Collection: 4D-Printed Protection
As cyclists, we took to smartly adapted helmets to protect our brains if the rubber side doesn’t stay down. Avid motorcycle riders know that, along with helmets, abrasion-resistant clothes can save their hides in the event of a nasty spill on the road.
Q36.5 is adapting that type of protection for the specific demands and rigors of serious cycling. Now, with their specialized GRDXKN® technology, we protect our skin in the event of a spill, with no loss of comfort and actually improved aerodynamics, versus kits without it.
Key Features
4D Protective GRDXKN® Layer:
Successfully tested in crash simulations up to 100 km/h, the fabric reinforced with the GRDXKN® Technology creates a highly abrasion-resistant cushioning layer, which greatly delays the destruction of the upper fabric, distributes the force exerted by the fall, and absorbs energy, thereby significantly protecting the skin underneath it.
Next-Level Aerodynamics:
With an addition of only 20g and, thanks to the special three-dimensional structure, GRDXKN® enhances the aerodynamics of the garments, thus improving athletic performance.
What sets it apart
For peak confidence on winding descents, in a fast-moving peloton, or just on your typical training rides, the protection afforded by the Grid Skin collection is a valuable addition to your kit selections.
Why we like the grid skin collection
- Designed and made in Italy
- Protects skin in the event of a crash
- Tested at up to 100km/h
- Improved aerodynamics
Shop the Grid Skin collection here
The Pro Team Collection: Peak Performance
Created and tested with the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, Q36.5’s Pro Team collection has a core focus on maximizing performance through sustainable innovations and pushing the boundaries through radical product development. Enhanced breathability, decreased drying time, and greater on-the-saddle comfort.
Key features
Q36.5 Adapt Chamois:
Proprietary 3D-woven surface fabric is softer and dries extremely quickly. Along with the elimination of any glue or lamination, tests show that the new chamois dries 26% faster than previous inserts. That lack of adhesive chemicals not only improves dry time and breathability, but increases the freedom of movement and adaptivity to different positions and body shapes.
Gradual Compression:
Despite its seamless construction, breathability, and lightweight, the Unique Pro Bib Shorts employ varying levels of compression in different areas, ensuring proper blood flow throughout the ride, in turn enhancing muscle stability, performance, and even on-bike recovery.
What sets it apart
For riders who ask the most of their kit on high-output efforts.
Why we like the pro team collection
- Designed and made in Italy
- Top-tier innovations in chamois comfort
- Premium gradual compression
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