Q36.5 Vampire Shell Jacket

The Q36.5 Vampire Shell Jacket is an ultralight, fleece-lined rain jacket from Q36.5, built for the brand's Pro riders who need warmth on wet days. Q36.5 positions it for long rides in cold rain as well as fast winter training. It is a waterproof cycling jacket that is also insulated, so you don't have to layer a shell over a thermal.

Waterproof Membrane Bonded to Air Insulation

The jacket uses a 10,000mm water column membrane with fully taped external seams, so water stays out at the stitching as well as across the fabric. The membrane is bonded to Q36.5's ultralight Air Insulation. Bonding the two layers into one fabric keeps the jacket thin and light. Q36.5 lists it at 292 grams in size M.

Insulation is placed by zone. Air Insulation covers all the front-facing areas, including the entire front torso and the arms, which take the most wind. The back and inner arms are unlined. Q36.5 says that gives better thermoregulation during high-intensity efforts, because the areas that run hottest can shed heat. The brand rates the jacket for a temperature range of 41°F to 50°F (5°C to 10°C).

Hermetic Collar and Race Fit

The jacket takes its name from the extra-long hermetic collar. Q36.5 describes it as a signature design with added length to protect the sensitive areas around the neck and throat. On a cold, wet descent, a collar that rides high keeps spray and drafts from reaching your skin.

The cut is Q36.5's Race Fit, an aero-oriented block designed to sit close without wrinkling. It runs slightly tighter than the brand's standard fit, so Q36.5 recommends sizing up if you usually wear a small. Check the size chart on this page against your chest and waist measurements before ordering.

The Vampire Shell Jacket comes in Black. It is made in Italy. It suits riders who train through the cold months and want a single jacket that handles rain and low temperatures without the bulk of separate layers.