I was wondering if raw honey would work as well as Gu or Carb-boom? I am thinking about filling a flask with this and trying it out on the road. Has anyone had any luck using this in lieu of the commercial stuff?
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08-01-2007, 03:44 PM #1
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Raw honey a good substitute?
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08-01-2007, 03:46 PM #2
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I have a friend who is a naturopath who mixes an energy drink with raw honey, lemon juice, and sea salt - so, in addition to the sugar, it's alkalizing and it replaces minerals lost while sweating. I could ask her if she's ever made it into more of a gel and what the ratios would be, if you like.
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08-01-2007, 04:51 PM #3
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I have that idea too--to mix the 3 ingredients together and through trial and error find the right consistency.
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08-01-2007, 03:56 PM #4
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I haven't tried honey but I prefer raisins to GU. The little boxes such as
www.sun-maid.com
You could go organic I'm sure. Hits me just as fast as GU and other products for that "
OMG look at that hill" spurt and stays with you longer.
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08-01-2007, 04:52 PM #5
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Trek, I'm afraid if I started eating raisins on the road, I'd have to pack a roll of t-paper. Originally Posted by Trek420
I haven't tried honey but I prefer raisins to GU. The little boxes such as
www.sun-maid.com
You could go organic I'm sure. Hits me just as fast as GU and other products for that " OMG look at that hill" spurt and stays with you longer.
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08-01-2007, 10:49 PM #6
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Yes! Mix with some jam and a pinch of salt...
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08-01-2007, 11:16 PM #7
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I haven't tried honey, but isn't there a brand of gel that is basically honey? Stinger, or something?
I know you might be trying to get away from the commercial approach...just thought I'd throw it out there."The best rides are the ones where you bite off much more than you can chew, and live through it." ~ Doug Bradbury
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08-01-2007, 11:32 PM #8
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I've tried this. I found that it was a little easier on the stomach if I mixed a little bit of peanut/almond butter into it. The extra fat/protein helps tone down and extend the sugar hit. And nut butters are a good way to get the saltiness in, as well.
Just, make sure you use creamy nut butter. Chunky style doesn't dispense very well.
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