Fed up of gels and looking for some alternative cycling snacks to keep you going on the bike? Here’s some fresh inspiration… <\/p>
If you\u2019re taking part in endurance sport that lasts for longer than 90 minutes, you arguably need to think about how you\u2019re going to fuel it.<\/strong><\/p>\n That\u2019s because it\u2019s generally accepted that by that point your body will have worked its way through its glycogen stores, which you\u2019ll need to replace to ensure you have adequate energy to continue.<\/p>\n The general consensus is that the average person can\/should take on 60g of carbs per hour from this point on, though how much your body needs or can tolerate will vary based on the intensity and duration of the activity, as well as how well each individual\u2019s gut is trained.<\/p>\n In race scenarios, most athletes tend to rely on energy gels or drinks to keep them going, but energy bars can also be a great option on the bike leg of a triathlon, as you\u2019re less likely to have gastronomical issues than if you\u2019re running.<\/p>\n <\/p><\/div> <\/section> We\u2019ve included a few bars in this list, but for a longer list, check out our reviews of the best energy bars<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Also in this list of the best cycling snacks, you\u2019ll find energy chews, which deliver a hefty dose of carbs and can be a great alternative if you don\u2019t get on with gels.<\/p>\n Speaking of which, we\u2019ve decided not to focus on gels in this list given the fact that they don\u2019t really feel like a \u2018snack\u2019, but if you want to have a browse of what\u2019s on the market, take a look at our list of the best energy gels<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n What you will find here, though, are a few examples of real foods that you can easily chuck into a top tube bag and munch on mid-ride, whether training or racing.<\/p>\nBest cycling snacks<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Precision Fuel Energy Chews<\/strong><\/h3>\n