I bought the variety pack to try the different flavors. So far I have tried the regular and coffee infused options. I am a marathoner and have always struggled to stomach energy gels late in a race. I recently switched to “natural food gels” and have been using ones made with fruit/rice etc. that are ground to an applesauce-like consistency. While I have not had any stomach issues with these and have been able to take up to 6 gels over the 26 miles, I did not feel that they gave me the same energy boost that the regular (GU) gels have me – and they were extremely expensive so taking so many across long training runs as well as races was adding up to a lot of $$$. I decided to try these because they are also natural but could possibly give me a better energy boost. I tested them this past weekend on a 20 mile run. I alternated between these and the other gels to try to balance out my energy as well as potential stomach upset. I am very happy to say that not only did they give me the extra energy boost I was hoping for, they did not in any way upset my stomach either. They are very sweet but they taste good and are smooth and easy to take while running. For now I am going to continue to alternate gels, but am happy to report that these did exactly what I had hoped they would and will continue to be a part of my long run fueling plans.

I love these syrup packets for gravel riding, MTB and road riding! They taste great, are easy to consume (vs. gummies or chews) and they pack real small. They ship directly to my door and I keep the box as a little display piece in my at-home bike workshop, makes me feel legit!! Keep up the great quality and great tasting product!