# Heat Adaptive Cycling Apparel MAAP Unveils Its New High-Tech Alt_Road Cycling Collection By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-04-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altroad References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/sports/maap-alt-road-ss22) & [maap.cc](https://maap.cc/us/pages/alt-road-collection) [MAAP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maap-lab-sydney), a high-end cycling brand based out of Melbourne, Australia, has unveiled its newest apparel collection dubbed 'Alt_Road.' The new ensemble has been crafted specifically for all-terrain cycling and as a result comes with a range of high-performance pieces. Headling the collection is the Alt_Road 1/2 Zip Jersey, which comes with a NATURALMATCH construction that blends high stretch fabric with the softness of merino wool. Another standout piece is the [Thermal Jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket), which arrives fitted with [Polartec](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houdini-moonwalk-houdi) active insulation -- a unique material that is built to keep you warm while adapting to riders' body temperatures. For example, during particular intense rides, if a cyclist's temperature begins to run very high, the insulation will automatically release excess body heat. Image Credit: MAAP ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Heat-adaptive Apparel:** Opportunity to develop clothing or accessories that adapt to body temperature and environment. - **Performance Gear:** Opportunity to create high-tech gear that enhances athletic performance and comfort. - **Sustainable Fabric:** Opportunity to utilize eco-friendly materials like merino wool and Polartec insulation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sportswear:** Developing trends in heat-adaptive and high-performance gear present exciting opportunities for sportswear brands. - **Cycling:** The development of heat-adaptive and high-tech cycling gear presents new possibilities for the cycling industry to enhance consumer experience. - **Sustainability:** The utilization of eco-friendly materials in apparel manufacturing is a growing trend across multiple industries, including sportswear and cycling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Thermoregulation Cycling Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-thermoregulation.md) - [Long-Distance Cycling Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brevet.md) - [Adventure-Ready Durable Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/explore-collection.md) - [Stealthy Modular Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anomaly-cycle.md) - [Bold Mountain Biking Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amlie-graef.md) - [High-Performance Weather-Resistant Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insulated-tech-collection.md) - [Practical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastern-design.md) - [Performance-Driven Cyclist Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-shorts.md) - [Winter Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket.md)