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 brake 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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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 |
Tutti Frutti w/35mg of Caffeine | Mfg PartNum: 124314 |
Kiwi Strawberry | Mfg PartNum: 123070 |
Lemonade | Mfg PartNum: 123071 |
Mixed Box of 24 | Mfg PartNum: 124343 |
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!
Easy to digest calories and tastes great. I mix one gel with equal part water in a Hammer flask. I don't have to mess with a sticky gel wrapper or make sure I drink water after eating the gel. Will definitely buy again
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.
Gu Roctane is by far my favorite energy gel for cycling. They are easy to use and I like the flavor. The caffeine gives me the boost I need and the other ingredients provide great fuel for long rides. Overall I am very pleased with this product. I feel that it is worth the price
I have been using Gu Roctane for many years. It is great fuel for when I'm on the bike...definitely feel the difference after I take it. I've tried other products, but nothing measures up to Roctane. Only mild drawback to this product...it is very sticky...try not to get it on hands...,-)
I understand that taste is very subjective, still I think this GEL is one of the best tasting I have ever tried. More importantly it is easy to digest and small enough to store quite a few of them. Quite expensive though.