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[genusmtbkr5]

Originally Posted by Wrecker

oooooooooooh, yes! PB&J is great for the longer rides, where you need something a bit more.

Yes, I agree. I meant to pack one up for the Traverse, but I forgot, along with eating breakfast . Needless to say, I bonked just past Lower Holy Jim. The Gu, Cytomax, Cliffbars, Hammergel I had didn't help me then. Bottom line, eat something before a long ride, especially a 44 mile, 8000 ft of elevation.

[ghixon]

Originally Posted by Letyrides

Bottom line I guess trial and error to see what works best is the way to go. I know I can't do Cliff Blocks because I don't like gummy stuff. I hate bars and only really like Vanilla gel. What did work for me was FRS drink, I used it for my Olympic tri and I loved it. If I can I just pack a PB&J, fruit or some type of nut mixture. A long time ago I got the bright idea to use fritos since they were salty and I swear I didn't cramp.

The Frito Bandito RETURNS!!!!

A friend swears by the Frito as well but, he's addicted to 'em. I wasn't too sure about the source.

[xhuskr]

Originally Posted by genusmtbkr5

Bottom line, eat something before a long ride, especially a 44 mile, 8000 ft of elevation.

u said it brother!