Pinarello has announced its new partnership with the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, marking a historic milestone as the brand becomes a Title Sponsor for the very first time. From January 1, 2026, the team will officially race under the name “Pinarello – Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team.”
This collaboration brings together two companies that share the same relentless pursuit of performance, innovation, and design perfection. Pinarello, one of the world’s most iconic and successful bicycle manufacturers, joins forces with Q36.5, a pioneer in high-performance cycling apparel, to redefine modern racing standards — both on and off the road.
A Full-Circle Moment: Tom Pidcock Returns to Pinarello Road Bikes
The new partnership also celebrates a renewed collaboration between Pinarello and Tom Pidcock — Olympic and World Champion in Cross-Country Mountain Bike, World Champion in Cyclo-Cross, Tour de France stage winner, and Vuelta a España podium finisher.
Pinarello has worked closely with Pidcock since his early days, developing the Dogma XC and Crossista models that carried him to the top of the sport, and to his Olympics and World Championships victories.
After a season racing exclusively on Pinarello’s off-road bikes, Tom will once again ride Pinarello on the road, marking a proud return to the brand across all disciplines.
Fausto Pinarello, President of Cicli Pinarello, said:
This partnership is more than a sponsorship – it’s a shared vision,” said “We’re proud to take this step and bring the Pinarello name back to the front of the peloton as Title Sponsor. Together with Q36.5, we’ll continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in cycling.
Luigi Bergamo, CEO and head of product development, Q36.5, said:
As one of the co-founders, I am really proud to see this ‘little team’ grow year after year as a result of all the dedication, effort, sacrifice and passion our riders and staff have demonstrated.
2026 will be another very big step forward, with the young riders who’ve been with us from the beginning maturing into winners, a Grand Tour podium under our belt, great new riders joining the squad, and of course, finally, our friends at Pinarello joining the project and helping take it to another level! Our ambitions are sky-high. See you soon in 2026!
Douglas Ryder, General Manager of the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, said:
Having Pinarello as Title Sponsor is a huge honor. Their history, passion and technical excellence will elevate our riders and our ambitions for the coming seasons.
Tom Pidcock, Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team rider, said:
I’m really happy to be back on Pinarello full time. It genuinely feels like coming home. I’ve always loved riding their bikes, and over the years, I’ve built such a strong relationship with the brand. It’s the perfect reunion.
Design, Technology, and Italian Excellence
The partnership goes beyond technical collaboration — it embodies Italian craftsmanship and innovation. The team will race on the new Pinarello Dogma F and Bolide TT bikes, featuring exclusive designs and colorways that reflect the premium identity of both brands.
The livery, team kits, and equipment will be the result of a close creative collaboration, ensuring an unmistakable and cohesive visual identity across the entire project.
With this partnership, Pinarello is strengthening its presence in professional cycling, reaffirming its commitment to performance, technology, and style — values that have defined the brand since 1952.
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