I've recently started eating Powerbar Gels on rides. They seem to work really nicely. My question is, will I be better off with or without caffeine? They make some with and some without. I've tried both and can't really tell what is best. Theoretically, what should work better?
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if your using creatin better without
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Is creatin even UCI legal?
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are u a pro racer i dont know...
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From my old weight training days, I remember being told not to consume creatine at the same time with caffiene as it neutralises creatine.
Have you tried using the gels over a vary ride distances and times?
I am a regular coffee drinker I know if I drink alot of coffee during a certain period, caffiene becomes less affective or has little affect on me. I find caffiene gels are a great pick me up on a first hit for the day.
I found the difference more noticable on longer rides. When I am doing a ride 3-4hours on a mtb. For me caffiene free works better as I find the energy levels are more consistant and no energy spikes. After a ride I hit the wall alot harder on caffiene gels. Caffiene is a stimulant rather than and energy source. It can become addictive?
I consume non caffienated gels every 25-30 minutes i find it gives me a consistant energy level without the rollercoaster affect.
Everyones physiology, diet etc.. is different, if it works its fine I geuss.
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spinosaurus said:
are u a pro racer i dont know...
No...I was just wondering if creatin is even legal for racers? Is it considered a roid? -
rudycyclist said:
No...I was just wondering if creatin is even legal for racers? Is it considered a roid?
It is legal, though not helpful.
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