smerds Posted December 6, 2011 Share I use to take a number of energy gels during a race and then beginning of this year stopped using any of the energy gels and just drink my mix. I have since complete a number of races including endurance events like the DC and don’t really feel like I’m at a disadvantage. How many of you hubbers still believe in the super powers of the energy gels and how many of you ride without it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rouxtjie Posted December 6, 2011 Share I don't train or even race with them but always have one on me...just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted December 6, 2011 Share Until the manufacturers learn to package it in a fashion that even the average moron can't fathom a way to adorn the countryside with them, then those little baggies can stay on the shelf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted December 6, 2011 Share I don't train or even race with them but always have one on me...just in case. I take bandages...just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpy Posted December 6, 2011 Share 1. They are crap refined sugar. 2. People are careless and litter everywhere. Just bring a banana. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rouxtjie Posted December 6, 2011 Share I take bandages...just in case.You should fall less... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted December 6, 2011 Share You should fall less... I replenish my supplies regularly. I personally last used a bandage about 4 years ago. Just can't remember when I came across a stationary cyclist that asked if I could help with a GU sachet ! Bandages. Yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rydogg Posted December 6, 2011 Share I hate them! But let's be honest, in an emergency - they really work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted December 6, 2011 Share I hate them! But let's be honest, in an emergency - they really work! What's to hate dude? You never found it soothing when mom put a bandage on your roastie? You should see the grateful looks I have received from grown men and women who were weeping next to the trail. One bandage.....all better. They REALLY DO work! Edited December 6, 2011 by The Drongo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rapunzel Posted December 6, 2011 Share occasionally take one in the closing km's of mtb races but try to stick to fruit and home made goods where I know what goes into it. Have found gels to cause me to cramp in long distance events (4+ hours). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosmonooit Posted December 6, 2011 Share Generally don't work for me - maybe its the sugar rush but leaves me feeling awful (bonking?) perhaps they have their use, but I have learned to do without them But the GU chews are good. Edited December 6, 2011 by kosmonooit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zula Posted December 6, 2011 Share GU is siff GU chews are better in terms of taste but do nothing for me in terms of sustained energy I find that 32gi works the best with proper food like baby potatoes or peanut butter and jam zaams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldron Posted December 6, 2011 Share I'm a big fan! I ride on water with a Whasp gel every 45 minutes. I use the wee gel bottles so no mess or fuss. I also chomp half a banana to make up my hourly kj needs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowellingWulf Posted December 6, 2011 Share At my level of racing (read: "riding") H20 for hydrating, beer for carbs and 'nanas & coke is more than enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headhunter2000 Posted December 6, 2011 Share o o o o OROS. + raisons Never again am I taking that GU stuff OR redbull energy shots. My last argus almost killed me because of that sh.t. I was really tired and couldn't sleep that night because of all the caffeine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johannrissik Posted December 6, 2011 Share Drongo said it: Until the manufacturers learn to package it in a fashion that even the average moron can't fathom a way to adorn the countryside with them, then those little baggies can stay on the shelf. If you can't ride up the hill without that crap, then walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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