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Energy Gel Taken To A Higher Power — Roctane
They started with the original GU formula with and 80/20 percent complex/simple carbohydrate ratio, anti-inflammatory chamomile, stomach calming ginger, and caffeine to metabolize fat. Then they added Histidine to prevent lactic acid buildup along with higher levels citrates which help speed up the conversion of carbohydrates to energy. Next they added more branched chain amino acids for fuel and recovery and Ornithine Alpha-Ketoglutarate to limit break down of muscle protein. Take one packet 15 minutes before exercise and then every 30-45 minutes along the way always with water.
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Specifications
Food Type: Gel | |
Cold Brew Coffee w/70mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 124612 |
Sea Salt Chocolate w/35mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 123904 |
Vanilla Orange w/35mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 123066 |
Blueberry Pomegranate w/35mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 123065 |
Cherry Lime w/35mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 123068 |
Chocolate Coconut w/35mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 124127 |
Kiwi Strawberry | Mfg PartNum: 123070 |
Lemonade | Mfg PartNum: 123071 |
Mixed Box of 24 | Mfg PartNum: 124343 |
Reviews
This is my go-to if I'm trying to rip through the city for like 45 minutes or so and not carry any fuel on me. The amino acid blend with taurine makes the difference for shorter efforts, I've found. I stopped using it for awhile in favor of other products but this combination of ingredients just makes sense for me. For higher carbs, the drink mix is the way to go.
I'll consume 1 gel pack prior to starting on the road bike. It it's chilly outside my favorite is the cold brew, otherwise when it's warm I consume the strawberry-kiwi.
Both taste great to me. I've tried some of the other flavors, but always come back to these two.
I will also consume a gel pack at every rest stop, and within 15 minutes I get a second wind.
Iwill consume this gel before I start riding and on breaks when I feel depleted. It gives me energy within 15 minutes. The coffee flavor is great when the rides are chilly, usually first thing in the morning.
I used to use them when you could buy zero caffeine.
Allergy.
The ones illustrated all have caffeine.
I bough a box of the mix flavor regular GU which was supposed to all be non caffeine but 1/2 were.
Tossed them.
This is my "go to" gel when riding more than 40 miles. It's like getting a second wind 15 minutes after consuming with water, not gatorade. The packets are easy to open and easy to consume, and the taste isn't bad at all.... except maybe if you don't get the mixed box and are having the same flavor all the time. I always bring at least one of these packets with me, even though the instructions suggest taking before the start of your ride.... maybe one day I'll try that. The price is a bit higher than the regular GU (non-roctane) but is worth every penny, especially if you often find yourself in a impromptu street competition. Enjoy!
Been using the GU Roctane for about three-four years now. In between have tried other on the bike nutrition. By far, GU Roctane is the best. Keeps energy going (I use one every 30 minutes), easy on the stomach and aminos help those muscles to keep going hard. A little expensive (a 4 hour ride could be 18-24 dollars worth of gels), but they clearly get the job done.
Ive started using regular GU jelly and have found their energy boost helpful. I have started using the Roctane formula for longer, sweatier rides. My metric is leg cramps post ride. So far, this blend has not let me done. I stay hydrated and use the Roctane formula.
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