The Future of Compression Is Cooler Than Ever
At RVE, we’ve always believed performance gear should be grounded in science—not just hype. That belief led us to our next breakthrough: GrapheCool®.
This revolutionary cooling technology is engineered to keep your body in its optimal temperature zone, without compromising the precise compression support RVE is known for.
Why Cooling Matters in Performance
During intense effort — particularly in hot or humid environments — you core body temperature can climb quickly. Research shows that exercise-induced elevations in core temperature can cause substantial reductions in exercise performance (González-Alonso et al., 1999; Nybo et al., 2014). Beyond endurance decline, elevated core temperature also impairs recovery and cognitive function, making it harder to maintain power and focus (Gaoua, 2010; Nybo, 2005).
That’s where GrapheCool™ makes the difference — combining compression and thermoregulation to keep you in control longer.
The Science Behind GrapheCool®
GrapheCool™ uses a graphene-infused hexagonal print applied directly onto our signature compression fabric. This design allows for:
- Evaporative Cooling – Sweat spreads across a wider surface for faster evaporation and cooler skin.
- High Heat Loss Capacity – Independent testing confirms superior evaporative heat loss.
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Rapid Drying – Moisture disappears quickly post-effort, keeping comfort levels high.
Why graphene? Because it provides some of the highest thermal conductivity of any known material, with experimentally measured values at room temperature exceeding 4,800 W/m·K. This lets our gear dissipate heat at the microscopic level without sacrificing compression or comfort (Balandin et al., 2008).
Tested by Hohenstein. Certified by Science.
To validate GrapheCool®, we worked with Hohenstein Laboratories, a globally respected textile testing institute. Using the WATson Heat Loss Tester, they measured how well fabrics supported evaporative cooling under heat, humidity, wind, and simulated sunlight.
The result? GrapheCool® ranked at the highest performance level — with a steep rise in cooling power after sweating began, high cooling performance during sweat phase, and a fast drying return.
“Sample 24.1.11.0041-3 [fabric with GrapheCool technology] performs, in relation to the expectations of the apparel protocol, on a high level.”
— Hohenstein Report
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Still All the Compression You Expect from RVE
While GrapheCool® brings next-level thermoregulation, it doesn’t replace what we do best. You still get our targeted gradual compression —improving circulation, reducing muscle oscillation, and supporting recovery.
We invite you to dive deeper into the science and the testing results that make GrapheCool® the future of performance cooling.
GrapheCool® – Engineered to Outcool.
Scientific sources on the subject of thermoregulation and the impact of heat on physical performance:
- Balandin, A. A., Ghosh, S., Bao, W., Calizo, I., Teweldebrhan, D., Miao, F., & Lau, C. N. (2008). Superior thermal conductivity of single-layer graphene. Nano Letters, 8(3), 902–907. https://doi.org/10.1021/nl0731872
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Gaoua, N. (2010). Cognitive function in hot environments: A question of methodology. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, 20(S3), 60–70. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-0838.2010.01211.x
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González-Alonso, J., Teller, C., Andersen, S. L., Jensen, F. B., Hyldig, T., & Nielsen, B. (1999). Influence of body temperature on the development of fatigue during prolonged exercise in the heat. Journal of Applied Physiology, 86(3), 1032–1039. https://doi.org/10.1152/jappl.1999.86.3.1032
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Nybo, L. (2005). Hyperthermia and fatigue. Journal of Applied Physiology, 104(3), 871–878. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00910.2006
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Nybo, L., Rasmussen, P., & Sawka, M. N. (2014). Performance in the heat—physiological factors of importance for hyperthermia-induced fatigue. Comprehensive Physiology, 4(2), 657–689. https://doi.org/10.1002/cphy.c130012