Originally Posted by
livedarklions
I'm never going to understand the fixation with Clif bars. Nutritionally, they might be just a tad worse than a Pearson's Slated Nut Roll, and at least that doesn't pretend to be anything but candy. Plus, the nut roll tastes better.
Strictly speaking they're all pretenders. While candy bars make no pretense.
Originally Posted by
DrIsotope
Yep. They don't melt, they're cheap, convenient, last a looooong time in the pantry, and come in a ton of flavors. What's not to like? I don't give a damn what I'm eating when I'm setting out for 80 or 100 or 130 miles-- it doesn't need to be vegan or blah blah blah. It's fuel. Clif Bars are easy to carry and are a decent "every 20 miles" portion.
Their nutritional value?