Best Energy Gels for Cycling: Tested Picks for Every Ride, Budget and Stomach Bonking at hour three is not a character flaw. It is arithmetic. This guide walks through the gels cyclists actually reach for, who each one suits, and how to use them so your stomach cooperates. Table of Contents Why Gels Work on the Bike How Many Carbs You Need Choosing the Right Type Quick Comparison Table Classic Everyday Gels High-Carb Hydrogel Gels Natural and Real-Food Gels Electrolyte Gels and Chews Caffeine and Sodium Timing and Gut Training Common Mistakes Best Pick by Rider FAQs Conclusion Why Gels Work on the Bike Your muscles burn stored glycogen, and after roughly 90 minutes of steady riding those stores run thin. Gels are concentrated, fast-digesting carbohydrate in a pocket-sized packet. You tear, swallow, and keep pedaling, which is exactly what you want when your hands are full of handlebar. If you are still building a base, our guide on how to start cycling covers the basics, and once your...
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