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02-12-17 | 01:36 PM
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Not even just racing, but if you're doing a fast group ride that's a drop ride, those are the times it's tough to try to eat a clif bar if you're dying to hang on. The hammer flask allows you to pretty easily get out of your pocket and take a swig one handed even at speed. Some of the guys I used to race with would even take shot bloks, lick the bottom of them and stick them on the top tube behind the stem for easy , quick access, haha
02-12-17 | 04:07 PM
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I eat Clif bars and gel packs when I'm getting over 50 miles, they're compact and don't get squished like bananas and sandwiches have in my pockets.
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02-12-17 | 06:24 PM
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Huge thanks to everybody, so amazing to see so many answers!
Gels
Cytomax
Gu
Hammer, which also comes in bulk and with its own flask!
Clif Shot
Clif Shot Bloks
Other food
Banana, dates, raisins, home-made bars
To add to the water
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You are so right! At least when I'm solo or on social rides, that's the way to go
And this is when I'll use gels!
And again, huge thanks to all!
Gels
Cytomax
Gu
Hammer, which also comes in bulk and with its own flask!
Clif Shot
Clif Shot Bloks
Other food
Banana, dates, raisins, home-made bars
To add to the water
Infinit Go Far
Simply destrose
Where are you going that you can't slow down a bit? Are you racing? If not, enjoy the cliff bar as you ride - you don't have to gobble it down it two bites; it's all part of the ride.
Not even just racing, but if you're doing a fast group ride that's a drop ride, those are the times it's tough to try to eat a clif bar if you're dying to hang on. The hammer flask allows you to pretty easily get out of your pocket and take a swig one handed even at speed. Some of the guys I used to race with would even take shot bloks, lick the bottom of them and stick them on the top tube behind the stem for easy , quick access, haha
And again, huge thanks to all!
02-12-17 | 06:44 PM
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If you're going to use Infinit nutrition, I'd highly recommend their custom line of electrolyte drink mix that can be completely customized around your needs. They even have nutritionists who will consult with you and make recommendations at no cost.
02-12-17 | 06:51 PM
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02-12-17 | 07:33 PM
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I carry Justin's Vanilla Almond Butter packets. Target and Walmart have them.
Some of the gravel racers swear by HotShot. They say it burns when it goes down but works really well, especially for those prone to cramping.
After ride it must be Topo Chico. Loaded with electrolytes. Better than any sports drink.
Some of the gravel racers swear by HotShot. They say it burns when it goes down but works really well, especially for those prone to cramping.
After ride it must be Topo Chico. Loaded with electrolytes. Better than any sports drink.
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02-12-17 | 07:59 PM
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It's like taking a shot of liquid electricity. They gave me a free one at the LBS on a ride one afternoon, and I hit like 15 Strava PRs between the shop and home-- after putting in nearly 50 miles before stopping at the shop. I was bouncing off the proverbial walls.
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02-12-17 | 08:12 PM
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...but then what will limit my syrup intake? If I'm not limited by the size of the packet, it's only a matter of time before...
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02-12-17 | 08:46 PM
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They gave me a free one at the LBS on a ride one afternoon, and I hit like 15 Strava PRs between the shop and home-- after putting in nearly 50 miles before stopping at the shop. I was bouncing off the proverbial walls.
And shortly after I dropped a friend who usually drops me. Not sure I want to know what they put into their products...
02-12-17 | 09:57 PM
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I found these after reading the label of some of the other bars.. All natural stuff.. I ordered their mixed box and they were all pretty tasty and worked as advertised.
https://www.rxbar.com
https://www.rxbar.com
02-12-17 | 11:38 PM
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Cliff Shot Blocks, dissolves in your mouth quickly & really easy on the stomach. Plus, they are proportioned 6 to a pack & unlike gels they don't leak once opened.
02-13-17 | 12:51 AM
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