Buyer's guide to cycling energy products
Thu 10 May, 10:00 am BST
What to look for and when to use it
When you walk into the local bike shop or pick up a magazine, there is plenty of choice when it comes to energy products for
cycling. But what are they and do they provide any benefit to you as a cyclist?
Let’s start by looking at why you might need an energy
product. Energy products are generally a mix of sugars (carbohydrates), salts (electrolytes) and water. The research has been quite clear over the last 30 years or
so, in that taking on board both...read more
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