Gels
05-21-10 | 03:39 PM
#26
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https://cgi.ebay.com/FuelBelt-6-Ounce...item2a06d40a6f
I usually carry about and 2oz for a 40 mile ride. I take a quick swig a few minutes before the ride, and try to get some 2-3 times in the ride.
I usually carry about and 2oz for a 40 mile ride. I take a quick swig a few minutes before the ride, and try to get some 2-3 times in the ride.
05-21-10 | 03:47 PM
#27
Portland Fred
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Bikes: Custom Winter, Challenge Seiran SL, Fuji Team Pro, Cattrike Road/Velokit, РOS hybrid
It's not just a matter of making something that does the job. You get convenient packaging (for storage, transport, use, consistent portioning) as well as something that tastes decent. Earlier today, I ordered 2 boxes of gel. Shipping weight was almost 10 lbs. They'll get it to my house on Mon. I paid less than $50 including shipping. Not having to deal with that much mess is well worth what I paid IMO.
05-21-10 | 04:09 PM
#28
slow up hills
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Seattle, WA
Bikes: Giant TCR, Redline CX, Ritchey Breakaway, Spec S-works epic
It's not just a matter of making something that does the job. You get convenient packaging (for storage, transport, use, consistent portioning) as well as something that tastes decent. Earlier today, I ordered 2 boxes of gel. Shipping weight was almost 10 lbs. They'll get it to my house on Mon. I paid less than $50 including shipping. Not having to deal with that much mess is well worth what I paid IMO.
"I don't have time" isn't.
05-21-10 | 05:03 PM
#29
Cat3.*....Cat2
Joined: May 2006
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From: Livonia, MI
Bikes: A lot.
carb boom is what I like. A ton of retailers have them such as...
https://www.epwrshop.com/Carb-Boom-En...4-Pak-p33.html
https://www.epwrshop.com/Carb-Boom-En...4-Pak-p33.html
05-21-10 | 08:36 PM
#31
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Joined: Jun 2009
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From: Boone, North Carolina
Bikes: 2009 Cannondale CAAD9-6 2014 Trek Domaine 5.9
I just put in an order at Hammer for a bottle of gel and some heed. I tried the 15% referral from several people on here but none of the numbers would work, so I ordered it anyway.
I hope the gel is as good as the GU Roctane gel. that stuff is totally awesome!!
I hope the gel is as good as the GU Roctane gel. that stuff is totally awesome!!
05-22-10 | 10:50 AM
#32
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Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Colorado Spring, CO
Bikes: Vail Cycle Works - Ti
I haven't heard of e-gel until this thread. Except for a couple of postings, it seems this company is relatively unknown. I was going to order from them, but with no very little e-gel commentary, perhaps I should stay with well known brands such as Hammer.
