Santini Cycling‘s commitment to triathlon is marked by a number of partnerships, such as IRONMAN, and the sponsorship of elite triathletes from various countries. Among these athletes, American triathlete Ben Kanute stands out as a long-time collaborator with the Italian apparel brand.
This year, Ben Kanute is preparing for the IRONMAN World Championship, which will take place in Kona, Hawaii on October 26th. The American athlete will compete wearing the Santini Viper trisuit, which he has tested in the wind tunnel to fine-tune his performance for the demanding conditions in Hawaii.
Ben Kanute’s ‘Road to Kona’ is being chronicled by Santini in a three-part video series, with the first episode becoming available on the brand’s and the athlete’s social media channels.
Kanute said “I chose Santini for the attention and care they put into creating high-quality clothes for the world’s best triathletes.
“I’ve seen first-hand how they design gear that prioritizes both aerodynamics and comfort, which are crucial aspects during long and demanding races like IRONMAN.”
For his apparel, Santini supports Kanute with a customized Viper triathlon suit. “In a race, it’s important not to overlook any detail, and the trisuit you wear is fundamental to your performance – especially during the 180km cycling segment, where it can really make a difference,” Kanute explained.
The triathlete requested the first modifications to the trisuit at the beginning of the year, which proved optimal in the tests conducted in the wind tunnel in August.
“The suit allowed me to achieve exceptional performance in the wind tunnel, thanks to a garment that is not only fast but also fits perfectly to the body, ensuring top-level comfort and performance.”
Paola Santini, Marketing Manager at Santini, added “The Viper trisuit represents the high quality of our Santini products and is a testament to our dedication in customising it to meet his needs.”
