Energy Drinks

[tel]

Just been to buy yet another tub of Sports Drink. After reading this weeks comic I seem to remember some recipes from my running days. I think it was something like flat lemonage and glucose powder with a pinch of salt.

Does any Agreeables have any recipes which may work. Just to bring the exorbitant (sp) prices down.

Terry

[Andrew G]

No special magic recipe Terry but I've used slightly watered down flat coke (normal not diet) before which is fine for a normal ride, longer ones and I'd want to take in some carb drink as well.

[Jon C C on a Bianchi]

Hi Tel

This is what I do...

go to Holland and Barratt

buy a pack of glucose and a pack of fructose.

5 x heaped tea spoons of glucose to 2 1/2 heaped teaspoons of fructose is the ideal mix (scientifically proven that the combination works better than either one on its own) for a addiscombe water bottle.

It's cheap and does the job.

and doesn't taste bad either.

Enjoy

Jon

[sonic909]

I have various SIS powerder sachets if you want some?

I tried giving away some on some clubs runs and people seemed scared of me...?!

[tel]

Keith

Thanks for the offer-are you still working at Halfords in Sutton?

If so will pop in and buy from you.

Terry

[Dan_K]

Terry, this article on BikeRadar may interest you. Easy peasy!

[url]http://www.bikeradar.com/fitness/article/nutrition-homemade-sports-drink-25744[/url]

[sonic909]

[quote="tel"]Keith

Thanks for the offer-are you still working at Halfords in Sutton?

If so will pop in and buy from you.

Terry

[Rob W]

I like the sounds of the Holland and Barret idea.But any suggestions anyone on how to cover the idea of protein in this mix and the electrolyte side of things.

[Jon H]

Rob, the quinine in tonic water is meant to help with avoiding cramp; I sometimes mix energy drinks for a long ride using half tap water and half flat tonic water.

[tel]

Keith

I`ve pm you.

Terry