Q36.5 Adventure Tech Merino Jersey

The Q36.5 Adventure Tech Merino Jersey is a short sleeve cycling jersey built for long days on road and gravel. Q36.5 cuts it more comfortably than its racing jerseys, aiming for a fit that works through hours in the saddle rather than a short, hard effort. The fabric is a blend of 51% polyamide, 23% merino wool, 14% polyester and 11% elastane, with a small amount of silver fiber added. The synthetic fibers give the jersey its stretch and fast-drying character, while the merino adds temperature regulation and resistance to odor, which matters on a ride that runs from a cool morning start into a warm afternoon.

Q36.5 describes the jersey as fast-drying and breathable, and lists it for temperatures of 18°C (about 64°F) and above. Pinstripe Dottore Pro fabric inserts add panels of a different knit to the body fabric. The pockets use Q36.5's invisible pocket system, which hides the three rear pockets inside the jersey's cut instead of using the exposed elastic openings common on most jerseys. A fourth, zippered compartment gives you a place for keys or a card that won't bounce free on rough surfaces. For riders carrying food, a phone and a light layer on a gravel loop, that layout keeps the back of the jersey clean and organized.

Within Q36.5's lineup, the Adventure Tech Merino is the jersey for riders who want a relaxed cut and a natural-fiber blend instead of a fully synthetic race fit. It suits gravel rides, long road days, bikepacking and any ride where comfort in the saddle counts for more than the last bit of aero tightness. Because the cut is roomier than a race jersey, you should consider the sizing carefully. The stretch in the fabric and the loose sleeves are part of the design, so riders who prefer a close, race-style fit may want to look at a size down or at Q36.5's other jerseys.