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Q36.5 Dottore Termico Bib Tights


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Q36.5   |   SKU: 012X.002.XS  |   Option: Black, XS

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Q36.5 Dottore Termico Bib Tights Info

The Q36.5 Dottore Termico Bib Tights are the Italian brand's insulated winter bib tights for cold, dry days and wet-weather riding. Q36.5 rates them for roughly -5°C to +5°C (23°F to 41°F), a range it calls its Body Temperature Stability Guarantee, and says it tested them at cadences above 110 rpm. It also says the Termico runs about 1°C warmer than the previous version. For riders who keep training through winter, that makes these bib tights a core piece of cold-weather cycling kit rather than an occasional-use extra.

Fabric and Warmth

The outer shell is UF-Hybrid Shell PLUS, a dense woven fabric. Inside, Q36.5 uses what it calls Heat Fiber, made from coffee bean processing residue, which the brand says absorbs far-infrared rays to help warm the body. The front of each leg adds a second layer of perforated fleece. Q36.5 says this layer removes the need for a membrane, so the tights can insulate without relying on a sealed, less breathable liner.

The fabric blend is 56% polyamide, 36% elastane, 4% polyester, 2% silver, 1% acrylic and 1% polyurethane. The high elastane content gives the cloth its stretch, and Q36.5 lists reflective inserts, UV protection and muscle support among the tights' features. A Dyneema insert in the saddle area is there to add durability where a bib sees the most abrasion.

Cut and Fit

The Termico is built on Q36.5's Ergogenic Pattern, with panels aligned to the pedal stroke, which the brand calls Vectorial Elasticity. Seams are kept to a minimum and placed strategically, edges are laser-cut and left raw, and an anti-stress panel removes the central crotch seam. The goal is a close, supportive fit that stays out of the way when you are riding hard or spending hours in the saddle. Size M weighs 275 g.

Sizes run from XS to XXXL, and Q36.5 offers the Dottore Termico in Black, Ice Grey, Nautica Blue, Check Grey and Storm Grey. The close cut rewards accuracy, so measure before you order and check the size chart if you fall between sizes.

The RA Perspective

The Termico is the bib tight we point people to when winter riding stops being occasional. Q36.5 rates it for roughly -5°C to +5°C, and that is the window where it makes sense. Below that range you will probably want an extra layer on top, and above it you will likely be warmer than you need.

What stands out on paper is how Q36.5 handles insulation. Instead of a membrane, it uses a perforated fleece layer on the front of the legs and a Heat Fiber lining inside. The idea is warmth without a clammy feel on long, steady rides. Treat the far-infrared claim as the brand's own description, and judge the warmth by how your legs feel after the first hour.

The fit is close and race-oriented, with minimal seams and no central crotch seam. That suits riders who want the tights to disappear on the bike. It also means sizing matters, so measure and check the chart rather than guessing, especially if you are between sizes.

The tradeoff is price. At $440 these are an investment, and they make the most sense for someone riding through the cold months week after week. For a few cold commutes or an occasional chilly morning, a less expensive pair will do the job. If you ride in winter on a regular schedule and want a technical bib tight, this is the one we would reach for.

Q36.5 Dottore Termico Bib Tights Size Chart

Q36.5 Men's Jersey and Bib Shorts Sizing

Size
Chest Size
Waist Size
Height
Weight
XXS
84cm / 33"
72cm / 28.5"
162-167cm / 64"
52-60kg / 115-132lbs
XS
88cm / 34.5"
76cm / 30"
166-171cm / 66"
58-66kg / 128-146lbs
S
92cm / 36"
80cm / 31.5"
170-175cm / 68"
64-72kg / 141-159lbs
M
96cm / 37.5"
84cm / 33"
174-179cm / 69.5"
70-78kg / 154-172lbs
L
102cm / 40"
90cm / 35.5"
178-183cm / 71"
76-86kg / 167-190lbs
XL
108cm / 42.5"
96cm / 37.5"
182-187cm / 72.5"
84-94kg / 185-207lbs
XXL
114cm / 45"
102cm / 40"
186-191cm / 74"
92-102kg / 203-225lbs
XXXL
120cm / 47"
108cm / 42.5"
190-195cm / 75.5"
100-110kg / 200-243lbs

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