What We Have Noticed: D2, DeSoto, NormaTec …

We recently noticed custom triathlon shoes from D2, a light vest from DeSoto, compression technology from NormaTec, warmup oil from Sixtus and a quirky line of glasses from Donkey Products.

D2 triathlon shoes

What: Triathlon shoes from D2 are offered in 3 different custom setups. Best Fit, Best Fit with modifications and Full custom.
Weight: n/a
Sizes: Best Fit offers 41 sizes and 9 widths in 2 different last types, that is 369 different sizes and widths in 2 last styles totaling 738 lasts.
Colors: You name it
MSRP: $675 with orthotic (Best Fit)
Website: www.d2shoe.com

DeSoto Windansea

What: The DeSoto Windansea vest is light weight and packs very compact, so you can take it on those rides when the weather is somewhat uncertain.
Sizes: XS – L
Colors: Black, Silver, White
Weight: 2.3 oz (65 grams)
MSRP: $58
Website: www.desotosport.com

Normatec MVP / Elite

What: Dynamic compression boots and arm sleeves feature a patented Peristaltic Pulse system and allow for concentrated treatment of specific areas (ankle / knee / thigh, and wrist / elbow / shoulder). Mention ST and you’ll get a 5% discount.
Weight: 12 pounds
Dimensions: L x W x H / 16" x 10" x 11"
Sizes: 3 boot sizes
MSRP: $4,850 MVP (unit, legs, wiring), $5,750 Elite (unit, legs, arms, wiring)
Website: www.normatecsports.com

Sixtus Start Oil

What: The Sixtus Warm Oil helps warm up those leg muscles through herbs and skin activation oils. It has a very distinctive scent that you’ll recognize again in Europe at big bike races, running events and duathlons.
Sizes: 50ml, 75ml, 200ml
MSRP: $14.90 (75ml)
Website: www.sixtususa.com

Donkey Products glass

What: Drinking glass by Donkey Products that becomes visually more interesting as the glass gets emptier. Not yet available in a cyclist version.
Versions: man, dog, dentures
Size: 28cl
MSRP: Euro 9.95
Website: www.donkey-products.com