GU Energy Gel
Reddit take
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Pros
- and some basics at GU.
- get some basics at GU.
- Aid stations all had Gatorade, most did have water, but some only Gatorade (or PowerAde?), and there were maybe three or so with Gu brand fuel options.
- there were maybe three or so with Gu brand fuel options.
- If you’re looking to get an extra layer or two I’d suggest picking them up at Uniqlo or GU where you’re guaranteed decent basics at good prices.
Cons
- For those I'm doing 3-4 guus an hour.
- What’s the optimal point to eat a Gu (or w/e) when running fasted?
- Some of the more concentrated gels (like GU) need extra water in order to digest, so they pull water into your digestive tract. If you're already borderline dehydrated (you are definitely sweating, even if it's cold), that might be enoug...
- Afternoon: Shopping at GU and exploring Shibuya Sky
Sentiment
7 positive (64%) · 3 mixed (27%) · 1 negative (9%)
Trust + time weighted score: +62% · raw score 55%
What redditors said (10 of 11)
and some basics at GU.
get some basics at GU.
Aid stations all had Gatorade, most did have water, but some only Gatorade (or PowerAde?), and there were maybe three or so with Gu brand fuel options.
there were maybe three or so with Gu brand fuel options.
For those I'm doing 3-4 guus an hour.
What’s the optimal point to eat a Gu (or w/e) when running fasted?
If you’re looking to get an extra layer or two I’d suggest picking them up at Uniqlo or GU where you’re guaranteed decent basics at good prices.
Some of the more concentrated gels (like GU) need extra water in order to digest, so they pull water into your digestive tract. If you're already borderline dehydrated (you are definitely sweating, even if it's cold), that might be enough to cause stomach issues.
Try GU. It is Uniqlo's sister brand that skews more young and trendy.
Afternoon: Shopping at GU and exploring Shibuya Sky
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