Do you really need to drink Gatorade on your rides? Even watered down Gatorade?

Where I live, most days are still in the high 80s when I work out. But, if it's less than a two hour workout, I only drink water.

I've lost ten pounds since I started a serious weight training program and cutting out sugary drinks.

I didn't lose weight when all I was doing was cycling and I'm an ultra distance cyclist, so we're talking 10+ hours on the bike at least once a month, plus the training rides to support that.

Veronica