Originally Posted by ericgu

You're missing your recovery window after the ride. On rides that long and that intense, you really need something immediately after the ride. I used to get exactly the symptoms you are describing, then I started using Endurox ASAP after the ride and they went away.

All the research says that good recovery meals work just as well as the drinks, but my experience is that the drinks work much better for me.

You also may be underhydrated. Weigh yourself before and after your ride and adjust accordingly.