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05-21-19, 11:46 AM
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Nuun. No energy, just electrolytes.
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05-21-19, 11:58 AM
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Powdered gatorade, with powdered maltodextrin added in for long, hard, or long/hard rides.
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Powdered Gatorade and SiS gels because the SiS box was almost free plus shipping as a USAC member benefit.
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I used to use Cytomax for years and loved it. They seem to have changed their formula about 1 year ago and now it tastes horribly bitter. Am looking for something new. I just tried some GU Roctane powder Grape and it was pretty good, but I think I will save it for long rides like centuries, it does have 250 calories/bottle which is pretty dense for a drink.
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05-21-19, 12:33 PM
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I've become a convert to the church of Hammer Nutrition. The fizz electrolyte tablets are a staple. I'll mix in HEED if I haven't ate in 4+ hours or for two + hours in the saddle. Endurance mix for 6+ hours.
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For long, hard days I will sometimes mix a bottle of Hammer Perpetuem. I'll be taking a few packages with me on my tour next month to get me through a couple of days where there are hard stretches with no services (e.g., 15 miles of unpaved climbing with 3,200'+ of elevation gain). Downside is that if it's really hot out you are advised to drink it with 2-3 hrs. Ask me how I know.
05-21-19, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by datlas
it does have 250 calories/bottle which is pretty dense for a drink.
05-21-19, 12:40 PM
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Water and some Powerade also Some ride I was on last year had HEED. That stuff taste nasty!
I'm a runner also. I carry/use Salt Sticks as well. I'm trying this brand at the moment in place of Salt Sticks because it's cheaper. You can get it for less on Amazon.
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I'm a runner also. I carry/use Salt Sticks as well. I'm trying this brand at the moment in place of Salt Sticks because it's cheaper. You can get it for less on Amazon.
https://elitesportzequipment.myshopi.../rapid-reydra8
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Diluted Gatorade.
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Dehydrated water. I just add water.
I will admit to occasionally throwing in a Nuun tablet. But normally just water.
-Matt
I will admit to occasionally throwing in a Nuun tablet. But normally just water.
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One part Snow's clam juice, two parts Sunny Delight, two parts double-distilled, de-ionized water, spiked with 30 mg of methylphenidate per liter. I can go all day on that stuff.
05-21-19, 01:30 PM
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Lemon Lime Gatorade with SaltStick capsules. Oh, and mustard packets for cramping.
05-21-19, 01:32 PM
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Lemon Lime Gatorade with SaltStick capsules. Oh, and mustard packets for cramping.
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Haven't had any problems doing centuries on just water (and some food).
I'm new to cycling, but I think cyclists might overfuel worse than runners do.
But as always, do whatever works for you.
I'm new to cycling, but I think cyclists might overfuel worse than runners do.
But as always, do whatever works for you.
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NUUN is my go to bike mix. One water and one bottle with NUUN. I like the taste too.
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Originally Posted by Rides4Beer
Haven't had any problems doing centuries on just water (and some food).
I'm new to cycling, but I think cyclists might overfuel worse than runners do.
I'm new to cycling, but I think cyclists might overfuel worse than runners do.
In any event, I think the same re: overeating. I know way too may cyclists who think 40 miles with not much climbing=pizza at the halfway point. I started examining my own eating patterns during self-contained touring and came to the conclusion that I was often overeating during the day's ride. I experimented with cutting back in calorie intake while pedaling and found that I was able to get through a tough day's ride on less than my usual. I'll have a good appetite at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
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Nuun. I don't really have a favourite flavour. All seem to do the trick.
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05-21-19, 02:29 PM
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Powdered Gatorade for most rides and races, at $8 for 6 gallons it's the best price per value I've found for sports drink. For longer rides (in excess of 4 hours) I'll normally switch to Hammer Perpetuem.
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Originally Posted by Rides4Beer
Haven't had any problems doing centuries on just water (and some food).
I'm new to cycling, but I think cyclists might overfuel worse than runners do.
But as always, do whatever works for you.
I'm new to cycling, but I think cyclists might overfuel worse than runners do.
But as always, do whatever works for you.
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05-21-19, 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by indyfabz
I think what's he asking for is alternatives to solid food.
In any event, I think the same re: overeating. I know way too may cyclists who think 40 miles with not much climbing=pizza at the halfway point. I started examining my own eating patterns during self-contained touring and came to the conclusion that I was often overeating during the day's ride. I experimented with cutting back in calorie intake while pedaling and found that I was able to get through a tough day's ride on less than my usual. I'll have a good appetite at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
In any event, I think the same re: overeating. I know way too may cyclists who think 40 miles with not much climbing=pizza at the halfway point. I started examining my own eating patterns during self-contained touring and came to the conclusion that I was often overeating during the day's ride. I experimented with cutting back in calorie intake while pedaling and found that I was able to get through a tough day's ride on less than my usual. I'll have a good appetite at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
Now, I've found the exact opposite.
I used to crash HARD later in the day any time I went longer than 30 or 40 miles. Lately I've been pretty good about getting ~250 calories in me per hour on the bike, and I feel LOADS better after rides.
05-21-19, 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by indyfabz
I think what's he asking for is alternatives to solid food.
In any event, I think the same re: overeating. I know way too may cyclists who think 40 miles with not much climbing=pizza at the halfway point. I started examining my own eating patterns during self-contained touring and came to the conclusion that I was often overeating during the day's ride. I experimented with cutting back in calorie intake while pedaling and found that I was able to get through a tough day's ride on less than my usual. I'll have a good appetite at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
In any event, I think the same re: overeating. I know way too may cyclists who think 40 miles with not much climbing=pizza at the halfway point. I started examining my own eating patterns during self-contained touring and came to the conclusion that I was often overeating during the day's ride. I experimented with cutting back in calorie intake while pedaling and found that I was able to get through a tough day's ride on less than my usual. I'll have a good appetite at the end of the day, but that's to be expected.
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