The Secret Behind Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team’s Success

Optimizing performance with 3D motion capture for professional cycling teams

The Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team has integrated STT Systems' 3DMA technology as a core pillar of its technical department. This partnership demonstrates how elite teams are moving beyond traditional mechanics to embrace a data-driven approach to biomechanics and aerodynamics.

The News: Elite Technology for the WorldTour Level
In the world of professional cycling, where "marginal gains" decide races, Q36.5 sought a tool that offered more than static measurements. By adopting 3DMA, the team’s performance staff can now analyze their riders' movements with millimetric precision under real-world intensity.

- The Goal: To achieve the perfect balance between maximum power output and optimal aerodynamic positioning.
- The Innovation: Real-time 3D kinematic analysis that allows for instant adjustments during high-intensity testing.

Why 3D Biometrics is the Pro Advantage
Implementing 3D motion capture for professional cycling team performance provides Q36.5 with a decisive technical edge:

1. Full-Body Synchronization: 3DMA tracks the rider's entire body simultaneously, revealing how a change in saddle height affects neck tension or ankle stability.
2. Dynamic Assessment: Unlike a static fit, the system analyzes the rider while they are pedaling at race power, capturing 3. the true biomechanics of a professional effort.

Aerodynamic Stability: The system monitors pelvic "rocking" and upper body movement, ensuring the rider can actually maintain an aggressive aero tuck for hours without losing efficiency.

Impact on Race Results and Rider Health
The use of STT Systems' technology has led to tangible improvements for the Q36.5 squad:

- Wattage Optimization: Finding the exact position that allows for the highest sustained power transfer.
- Injury Prevention: Identifying biomechanical asymmetries before they turn into overuse injuries during a grueling race season.
- Confidence and Consistency: Riders can replicate their ideal position across multiple bikes (road, time trial) with mathematical certainty.

Conclusion: Data-Driven Performance on Two Wheels
The success of Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team proves that the "secret" to modern cycling isn't just training harder—it's training smarter. By utilizing 3DMA, the team ensures that every pedal stroke is as efficient as possible. In 2026, precision is the fastest way to the podium.