I have my first long road race comming up.

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03-21-07, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by riskus

unfortunately i never really eat on long rides..

You might want to reconsider. Eat. Electrolyte tablets, as mentioned above, is a must. Those plastic oval coin "purse" with the slit on one side, works well for these tablets. Take 4 - 5 packets of gel. Doesn't weight much and better than bonking.

03-21-07, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by zimbo

Let me ask a dumb question about the Gu Flask. Can you actually get all the gunk out by squeezing or does it come out when you suck on it? I've always wondered this.

Also, I'm assuming most of you guys just suck the stuff and swallow it without actually trying to "chew" it, right?

--Steve

I should have mentioned that I mixed a little water in with the gel when putting it in the flask. I used 3 hammer gel single servings and 1 - 2 oz. of water. I had no problem getting all the gunk out. Also, with the extra bit of water in there you don't need a swig of water with it. The swig of water is still nice, but if the pace kicks up, you can do without it.

03-22-07, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Snicklefritz

The best thing is to have done similar length rides in training so that you know what your body wants and when. Don't do anything new during an event because you may find out your body dislikes whatever and rebels. In other words, don't try a new kind of energy drink at the last minute. For example, accelerade really works for me, but cytomax upsets my stomach.

that's very good advice! for any sorts of racing, the key is to do what worked for you while training. I went and did gaterade in a marathon and felt very sick because I was used to just doing goo and water.

That's a good long race! I cant wait to see how you do