Accelerade vs. Powerbar Recovery

[Blue Spade]

I usually use Accelerade during the ride-- it's just what works for me. However, the stuff is damn expensive. I can get Powerbar Recovery for much, much cheaper, and it contains a similar mix of carbs to protein. Is there any problem with using Recovery as an on-the-bike energy drink (rather than using it as the recovery drink it's intended to be)?

[socalrider]

If you sweat a lot the recovery is a great product.. The powerbar endurance is more for on bike fueling..

I have tried them all and find that accelerade keeps me going better for long rides than anything on the market.. I buy mine from a company on ebay. You get a good discount if you buy more than 1 can.. You can search, they carry all flavors..

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=020&item=5522031604