MAAP, the Melbourne-based premium cycling apparel brand, has teamed up with British cycling footwear brand, QUOC, culminating in a series of limited-edition collaborations.
The first collaboration in what will be an ongoing partnership begins with a fresh take on QUOC’s flagship off-road performance shoe, the Gran Tourer XC.
Combining QUOC’s technical footwear specialism with MAAP’s aesthetic, the MAAP x QUOC Gran Tourer XC comes in a new ‘Fog’ colourway. This has been specifically designed to complement MAAP’s Alt_Road range of off-road performance apparel.
Other finishing touches to set it apart from the original Gran Tourer XC include an Alt_Road webbing pull tab on the heel, a lightweight ribbed TPU tongue that moulds to the rider’s foot and larger ventilation holes.
Weighing 327g, the Gran Tourer XC features a stiff carbon composite outsole for quick, responsive power transfer whilst the TPU tread and a replaceable TPU spike ensure grip both on and off the bike. The body of the shoe is constructed from an abrasion-resistant microfibre working in harmony with a rubber toe cap in a durable package.
QUOC’s founder and designer, Quoc Pham, said “Collaborating with MAAP has been a gratifying and rewarding process.
“Much more than creating a new colourway – it was about innovating, iterating and delivering something truly special that resonates with our shared audiences. The complementary design and values of both brands are reflected in every detail, and what ultimately comes across is our shared passion for pushing the boundaries of cycling.”
Misha Glisovic, MAAP’s Chief Creative Officer, added “We always aim to blur the lines between performance and aesthetics, and collaborating with QUOC allows us to take that vision further.
“Together, we’ve created a collection that blends performance, comfort and style. We’re looking forward to seeing this first instalment of our collaboration put to the test.”
The MAAP x QUOC Gran Tourer XC will be available online from MAAP and QUOC, at MAAP LaB stores and select MAAP and QUOC retailers for £250 / €295 / US$330 / AU$480.
