Originally Posted by
wolfchild
It all depends on the intensity of the ride/workout...If it's a low intensity ride/workout then the body is using mostly fat and not much glycogen for energy... A 4:1 ratio of carbs to protein will only lead to a possible weight gain since the person hasn't even used their glycogen...In this case more protein and less carbs would be more ideal.
If it's a short easy ride you don't need any carbs or protein. If it's a long easy or moderate intensity ride you'll be burning plenty of carbs. There are no real conditions that require an excess of protein to carbs. Most riders trying to lose weight like the OP don't need anything after a ride and should just eat a normal balanced diet. Under no conditions do they require a 90% ratio of protein to carbs.