Cycling Discipline: Middle distance and full distance triathlon 

Saddle: Ext Sprint 

Known For: In triathlon, I’m known for racing the long distance — becoming European Champion and setting the Dutch record. But what people often remember most is the journey behind it. Surviving a shipwreck in Indonesia taught me resilience and the power of perseverance, lessons I carry with me into every training session and every race. Alongside my career as a professional athlete, I am also a medical doctor. Balancing medicine and triathlon has shaped me into someone who thrives under pressure, finds focus in challenge, and is deeply driven to explore the limits of both body and mind.

Why Els rides BiSaddle:  When I first started riding long distances, I didn’t realize how much a saddle could define the ride. Hours of training and racing push every limit, and discomfort quickly becomes a distraction. I needed something that could move with me, not against me.

That’s why I ride BiSaddle. It adapts to my body, my position, and the demands of the race. Instead of adjusting myself to fit the equipment, the equipment adjusts to me. That freedom allows me to focus fully on what matters — pushing harder, riding stronger, and staying present in the challenge.

For me, it’s not just about comfort. It’s about performance, resilience, and the confidence that nothing — not even the smallest detail — will hold me back.