Originally Posted by
OldTryGuy
Comparison,
e-Gel vs. Hammer Gel - Energy Gel Comparison, shows more calories plus extra electros. Faster absorbing and easier absorbing than solids.
If you need to chew to feel that you have ingested energy, then a gel is not your thing, but for ease and effectiveness.....I just make sure I always have them.
BTW, more potassium from apricots than bananas
I prefer liquid energy as solid foods seems to make me sluggish. I have used and like gels, but I just make my own at home as I'm cheap and buying those little packs add up fast especially if your using 3-4 over a long ride. A big bag of malto and some dextrose or honey powder in a baggie that you add to water works wonders.