Originally Posted by
johnknappcc
...I told her that on two of the stops I got a diet-coke and on another I got a sparkling flavored water. Now, given that she doesn't like soda (for various reasons) she said the carbonation was bad for me on my long rides.
However, on my long rides (over 70 miles), sometimes a carbonated beverage is the only thing that I a) have a taste for b) enjoy drinking c) peps me for the rest of the ride.
So, is there an issue with carbonation on a long ride?...
From a recent thread on Coca Cola nutrition:
Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
My drink of choice is flavored carbonated water, e.g. Poland Springs, for the carbonation. Even when warm, IMO, it's more refreshing than plain water [with no ill effects as far as I can tell]. Otherwise I bring real food for calories and electrolytes. For caffeine I always have a big coffee before beginning, and may pick up an iced coffee drink at a bathroom stop at a fast-food joint (usually necessitated by the initial coffee.
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