I just got a sample of zip fizz at Costco. After a 35 mile ride, I was surprised how well this product worked. But it does have Xylitol and caffeine (100mg) in it.
Anyone ever try it? Opinions?
http://www.zipfizz.com/
I just got a sample of zip fizz at Costco. After a 35 mile ride, I was surprised how well this product worked. But it does have Xylitol and caffeine (100mg) in it.
Anyone ever try it? Opinions?
http://www.zipfizz.com/
Lisa
Bacchetta Ti Aero
ICE B1
Bacchetta Cafe Mountain Bent
Have never tried it, but the Xylitol scares me. I've made a conscious effort to stay away from any of the alcohol sugars (anything ending with a "tol") because they tend to give me GI distress. I had to give up chewing gum because I haven't been able to find any sugarless gums made without 'em. But the caffeine boost would certainly interest me.
ETA: Ohhh...I take it back..I HAVE tried ZipFizz before!!! As soon as I clicked on the link and saw the picture...it immediately came back to me. I tried the Pink Lemonade flavor. Bought a tube of it at my local REI, cuz I thought it looked interesting. Didn't realize it had Xylitol in it until after I made the purchase - should have read the label FIRST! If I recall correctly, I thought it tasted pretty good, although I diluted it a bit more than what the instructions stated. But obviously, I had a problem with it because I never bought it again...so it must have given me stomach cramps (which would be my standard reaction to Xylitol or other alcohol sugars).
Last edited by nscrbug; 08-13-2011 at 04:52 PM.
2012 Seven Axiom SL - Specialized Ruby SL 155
Well, some feedback after trying it yesterday. Zip fizz will definitely give you a boost without the jitters. If I try it next time, I will cut the dose in half. If I were to get rid of coffee, I would replace it with zip fizz. This stuff is that good.
Also, to my surprise, the xylitol did not bother my stomach. In the past I have been sensitive to xylitol.
Anyway, if you are looking to replace your current energy/electrolyte drink, you might give this one a try.
Lisa
Bacchetta Ti Aero
ICE B1
Bacchetta Cafe Mountain Bent
AVOID this product. After the fact, my significant other just told me that she got a tight chest with this product. I am wondering if it is a heart attack in a tube. If you decide to use it, do so with caution and cut the dose in half
Lisa
Bacchetta Ti Aero
ICE B1
Bacchetta Cafe Mountain Bent