Are you finding yourself lacking in energy come winter riding? Well, we’ve got you covered. In this blog we’ve selected some of our favourites to ensure your winter ventures are fuelled the right way.
Snacks
Arguably, energy bars are most crucial to a correctly fuelled ride, but with so many options available these days, which ones are truly worth your money? Our list begins with Clif Bar’s Mini Energy Bars. A box of ten snack size bars will guarantee you your energy needs during the grueling rides of winter. Their range of flavours spans from the original chocolate chip all the way to white chocolate macadamia.
Our next favourite has to be Jelly Belly’s Sports Beans. This unconventional riding snack is not one to be overlooked. Most famous for their sugar sweets, this American company has turned their hand to making jelly beans specifically for use during exercise. Offering a new alternative to traditional energy gels, it’s clear why this snack is so popular among our customers and staff.
An energy bar list wouldn’t be complete without Veloforte’s range. At the top end of the market, these bars offer unique flavours to satiate your hunger needs while riding. Centered around true Italian recipes, you’ll find energy bars no longer tasting the same after this flavoursome upgrade.
Drinks
We believe that hydration is super important in order to ride your best during winter and throughout the rest of the year. Here, we’ve put forward some of our choices when it comes to energy drinks starting with the SIS Go Hydro Tablets. Available in flavours from Berry to Pink Grapefruit, these tablets will ensure you stay hydrated even during intense exercise.
Similarly, Torq’s Energy Powder serves to ensure your endurance is at its peak, no matter the conditions. Just once scoop added to a 250ml drink provides you with 60kCals of carbohydrate, along with 5 key electrolytes – essential for when sweating. This product’s neutral taste means it can be stirred into a variety of foods and drinks to get the necessary nutrition without altering taste.
Veloforte have delivered a refreshing and hydrating solution to sweaty rides with their electrolyte sachets. This 2-in-1 electrolyte and hydration powder focuses on natural ingredients making sure you don’t get held back when the going gets tough. Available to all winter riders in the ‘Passo’ (mango and passionfruit) and ‘Vivo’ (peach, raspberry and rosehip) flavours.
Gels and Chews
Struggling to find your perfect energy gel? The SiS Go Isotonic Gel Variety Pack is a great place to start. Its range of flavours means you’re sure to find a great value gel that suits you. Science in Sport (SiS) have created their range of gels following research from their team of sport scientists, nutritionists and, most importantly athletes, ensuring no stone is left unturned when it comes to what’s in the gels and their flavours.
Veloforte have taken a different a different approach to fuelling for rides in the form of their energy chews. These ‘small wonders’ are said to give the rider that fast acting energy required for every ride. The Energy Chews are no exception to Veloforte’s bold flavours either; combinations from Apple and Cinnamon all the way to Sour Cherry and Guarana are as tasty as they are beneficial for your health.
Prepared with just 6 ingredients, Styrkr’s Dual-Carb Energy Gels are a rider’s best friend during the winter months. Pushing the limits when out riding is ever more achievable with 50 grams of carbohydrates packed into each gel. This new addition to Styrkr’s reputable collection of nutritional products them a popular brand choice among customers when it comes to energy and nutrition.
To find out more about our energy and nutrition range, click here.
