Athlete 06
What He’s Built For
Menno Koolhaas is built for dominance through discipline. A record-breaking Ironman Arizona champion, top-five finisher at the Ironman World Championship, and European Long Distance Champion, Menno has established himself among the fastest long-course athletes in the world. With multiple top-six finishes on the T100 World Tour and the Dutch long-distance record to his name, his approach to racing is uncompromising: work hard, stay humble, and pursue excellence every day. Since transitioning to long-distance racing, Menno has combined scientific training, relentless consistency, and elite execution to redefine what’s possible over 140.6 miles. He is built for athletes who refuse to settle—for those who chase speed, precision, and victory with humility and purpose.
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Career Highlights:
- IRONMAN Arizona Champion
- 5th place at IRONMAN World Championship
- European Champion Long Distance Almere
- 3x Top 6 T100 World Tour Races in Miami, London, and Wollongong
- Dutch record holder for long distancetriathlon @ 7:28:52
Nationality: Netherlands
Equipped with his V.21 — custom-fitted and co-designed with the athlete for uncompromising speed, aerodynamics, and precision performance.
V.21 Precision Gear Breakdown
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Design Inspiration
Color palette inspired by one of Menno’s primary sponsors, integrated into a bold, performance-driven visual identity. -
Personal Symbols & Motifs
Lion-inspired striping on the back panel, referencing the Dutch lion—an emblem of national pride, power, and competitive spirit. -
Aerodynamic Construction
Advanced aero sleeve fabrics and panel mapping optimized for high-speed long-course racing, delivering stability and drag reduction in TT positioning. -
Compression & Fit Strategy
Precision-calibrated compression across the legs and core to support sustained power output and muscular efficiency over Ironman-distance efforts. -
Thermal & Comfort Performance
Highly breathable, moisture-wicking torso fabrics designed to regulate heat and maintain comfort during extreme-duration racing in warm conditions. -
What This Suit Represents
A suit built for winning—combining national pride, scientific engineering, and uncompromising performance for athletes who race to set records, not chase trends.
Mauna has a high standard in race suits and apparel, built with science and a true passion for triathlon. They’re always eager to improve and become the best on the market.
-Menno Koolhaas
Menno's 2026 Race Schedule
- Challenge Roth
- IRONMAN World Championship
Follow the Performance
Instagram: @mennokoolhaas
Website: mennokoolhaas.com
