electrolytes, whats your preference?

[azfiddle]

I like Nuun, because they are only 10 calories, and I don't always need the extra calories but I do have concerns about electrolytes in the desert heat. I have tried a couple of similar products, but so far, I prefer the Nuun tablets to the

I don't like Gatorade- too sweet for me, but I recently tried Gu Brew, and I like it because it is very light- not too sweet or thick.

As for other stuff- I like Luna bars and shot blocks- only use GU when I am on a very long or demanding ride. Today, we stopped at a farmer's market, and picked up delicious peaches, apples and a little bag of locally grown pistachios before getting back on the road, and my DH and I shared one bottle full of Gu Brew, in addition to water.

[ny biker]

My stomach can't tolerate food on long rides, especially when it's hot. I stick with gu, gu roctane and gatorade.