In the second installment of our energy drinks review, we tracked down a few more energy drink mixes that are available on the market today. While you will find that these brands are readily available at larger outdoor retail stores, they might be a little harder to find at your local outdoor shop.
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Energy Drinks: Part One
We all know that hydration is crucial when you are exerting yourself for long periods of time, but there are so many energy and electrolyte mixes on the market today to choose from. What are your choices and how do they stack up? We did the work for you, and in this two-part series, we’ll review some of the energy and hydration mixes available today and let you know what we thought.
Cool new product of the day: Squishy Bowls
We ran into these bowls the other day and thought they were perfect for backpacking. The bowls are made of food grade silicone and thus are heat proof and can be shoved pretty much anywhere in your backpack. Cleaning involves turning the bowls inside out and washing them off. At $15.95 for a set, they’re…
Performance Nutrition: what to eat during hard exercise
Confused by all the energy bars, gels, powders, and chews out there? Want to know what to eat to best replenish your body during exercise? Read more for the answer.
Energy Gels vs Chews
Energy gels are a popular way for athletes and mountaineers to keep energy levels up on days of high exertion. However, the texture of the average energy gel can be best described as drinking thick syrup. After a few gels, one begins to long for something that requires chewing. This is where energy chews come…