I don't do pastries- the scone I get isn't that sweet and seems to last awhile. If we stop at Starbuck's I get an organic oatmeal cookie which seems to do wonders- 1/2 then and 1/2 at the junction. I generally eat breakfast (softboiled egg, toast, tea with milk)about 2 + hours before I meet people. So a good snack seems to be in order.,

I've bonked on the mtn enough times now from not having a good breakfast beforehand and not eating before we start the climb. However, age may play a factor- I wouldn't be surprised if I metabolize differently then you younger folks. Also, it might have something to do with what I eat the night before.

You are right- do what works. I'm also doing about 200 miles a week and that might be why I need to eat more. Who knows- we just have to work out our own way of eating, that's for sure.