To make the most of your mountain biking adventure or race it’s best to be properly fueled and hydrated. This is especially true when the temperatures climb and/or your ride length is moderate to long.
To be at your peak performance and endurance with the best prevention for cramps and bonking a proper mix of fuel, electrolytes and liquids is essential. Drinking a lot of water simply won’t get the job done.
Over the years I have tried numerous sports drinks, gels, GUs, tablets, etc. in a quest to minimize cramping and boost performance on long endurance rides. What I found that works best is Hammer Nutrition products, specifically Heed, Perpetuem and Endurolytes.
I recommend giving their products a test of your own. You can get 15% off your first order and a bunch of freebies and trial products by simply mentioning my name “John Early” and my customer number “96722” when you place your order.
Also on their site is a wealth of knowledge they have gathered by being the endurance athlete’s favorite fueling and supplement supplier for many years. Two examples are the Fueling Guide and Performance Tips.
