Originally Posted by
bmthom.gis
Everything in moderation...
As for sugary energy for riding, just remember that what goes up, must come down. I hate gel packs and other things with lots of sugar marketed to cyclists and runners. I would rather eat breads, PB&J, cheese, meats, etc.
I prefer my sugar after it has been consumed and farted out by yeast
I too prefer whole foods or yeast residues. Sugar lowers the pain threshold and is the most potent source of energy for cancerous cells - remembering that makes it easier to to stick to a smaller serving to prime the pump before exercising.