In terms of nutrition for a cyclist on the go, whether racing, touring, or getting mileage in - what is the quick fix? Let's explore some of the gel products we put on our shelves and why.
Carb Boom, under Boom Nutrition is the "official energy gel of USA Triathlon" until 2017, according to their website. Their gels come in six different flavors. Pictured above, is grape pomegranate. These gels contain zero artificial flavors, colors, or sweetener, according to their packaging. One gel is recommended per 20-30 minutes of exercise and weighs in at 110 calories per gel.
So what's so great about gels? They are easy to consume, light to carry and give you a quick boost. Gels are mainly carbohydrates which equals fuel. Carb Boom gels contain 27 g of Carbs per serving. They also contain a pinch of potassium, sodium, and 2 g of sugar. Think back in bike racing when snickers were consumed for that energy boost.
Hammer Gels have been a staple on our shelves and are a slightly lower calorie, lower carbohydrate option at 80 calories and 21 g of carbs a pop. We also carry other Hammer Nutrition products, such as Endurolyte capsules which are an "electrolyte replenishment."
Gels are meant to be included in a well rounded diet and can be easily combined with other nutrition products, depending on rider preference.
So whether you are about to ride the
Sunday in June organized ride in a few weeks,
or race some weekend crits, we got you covered on a variety of nutrition
products in all our locations.
