Originally Posted by
Rick@OCRR
I use mostly Hammer Perpetuem but will suppliment with Hammer Gel before a long and/or steep climb.
Nothing wrong with food bars though, and while I usually eat Clif brand, whatever works for you is good for you, so test different ones on training rides, i.e. before real/event rides.
Rick / OCRR
+1 I use Perpetuem for 3+ hour rides, and use gels (Accelerade, GU, etc.) before long climbs or heavy exertion. Cliff bars for that 'growling stomach' problem. Endurolytes, Sport Legs, and Potassium+ for electrolytes. Lots of water--Camelbak and an extra water bottle. Recovery drink-Recoverite, within 30 min. of end of ride. Working good so far.