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GU  24Pk
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GU 24Pk

Item #GUU001
Before & During Run
Reg: $24.99
VIP: $22.49

Average Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
GU® ENERGY GEL :: GU® Energy Gel give you the optimal balance of maltodextrin and fructose delivers a quick blood sugar rise, and then maintains that glucose level for up to 45 minutes. GU® keeps your mind alert and active, and your muscles going strong during your regular workouts.

GU 24Pk

Item #GUU001
Before & During Run
Reg: $24.99
VIP: $22.49

Average Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
Features & Benefits:
  • GU Energy Gel is specifically formulated to energize your body during exercise: GU gives the most concentrated form of immediate energy with no stomach bulk or distress, is quickly and efficiently absorbed, and will maintain your blood sugar at the optimal level for a great workout start to finish
  • During a workout or race, no matter what type, you need to quickly absorb carbohydrate-based calories to replace the glucose you are burning at 400 - 600 per hour: GU Energy Gel contains maltodextrin, the best complex carbohydrate for delivering energy to working muscles
  • GU also contains the optimal balance of carbohydrates for the body during exercise: 80% complex/20% simple: It is this balance of maltodextrin and fructose in GU that delivers a quick rise in blood sugar and maintains that glucose level for up to 45 minutes during exercise
  • 24 Single Serving Packets: 100 Calories per serving. Loaded with 25grams of complex carbohydrates
  • Mixed 24 Pack: Contains 3-4 packets of all 7 flavors. Makes it easy to discover your favorites!

GU 24Pk

Item #GUU001
Before & During Run
Reg: $24.99
VIP: $22.49

Average Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars
24 Runners have reviewed this product.
1.    L. BLAIN rated this product 5 stars
Tue, May 06,2008:
OUTSTANDING PRODUCT!!! I have increased run times and performance for all my runs over four miles and increased recovery time after runs. This stuff is easy to swallow while on the run with a little water. I like all the flavors offered. You can realy feel the difference!!!

2.    Jill rated this product 5 stars
Wed, April 09,2008:
Gu is the best. I have tried everything and even have trouble drinking gatorade. I can only use the flavors without caffeine (sensitive stomach) so I like lime sublime, but wish there were more choices without caffeine - like vanilla. Love this product! I use it on all my runs that are 6+ miles.

3.    Julie rated this product 5 stars
Thu, February 28,2008:
I love GU - beats the ClifShots and Clif Shot Blocks for me hands-down. The 24 pack is awesome - nice mix of flavors, 6 out of 8 of which are caffeinated. Also, a significant savings (approx. 32 cents cheaper per GU with my VIP discount) from buying them at my local running store!

4.    Autaum rated this product 5 stars
Wed, November 14,2007:
You can't run without this gel. After about 40 mins this is what I use for more energy and it works wonders. Great flavors...vanilla bean my favorite...and great on the stomach.

5.    Sean rated this product 5 stars
Mon, September 17,2007:
Orange and Strawberry banana are my favorites. They are really easy on the stomach for the pre-race, however I think they are tough to swollow during the race.

6.    Janis rated this product 4 stars
Wed, September 05,2007:
The chocolate, vanilla, and espresso flavors are the best (if you like coffee). The fruity flavors are not as good in my opinion, but they all keep your energy up during a long run. They seem to be easy on the stomach both during and after the run.

7.    Lisa rated this product 5 stars
Mon, August 20,2007:
I agree with Buck. The chocolate was delicious. I think it would make a healthy and tasty frosting on a cupcake!

8.    Buck rated this product 5 stars
Wed, July 18,2007:
Not thrilled with the fruity flavors, but the chocolate outrage is cash money! Tastes like chocolate brownie batter--what a lovely treat during long runs!

9.    Kevin rated this product 4 stars
Tue, February 20,2007:
I preferred their Banana flavored GU, but apparently they've discontinued it. I like TriBerry and on my next long run I'll try the Strawberry-Banana. I used to eat Powerbars on long runs, but I live in a cold climate. The Powerbars ended up frozen solid, and eating one was like trying to eat a 2x...

10.    Jesse rated this product 3 stars
Wed, November 15,2006:
Just tried the expresso love, its the worst tasting stuff ever, but the energy is really kicking in. I had this stuff before a track meet, and improved my 400m time greatly

11.    Daren rated this product 4 stars
Fri, October 13,2006:
Love the Gu. The size makes it easy for me to store 4+ in my pocket in the waist of my shorts which helped when you don't want to carry extra baggage on real long runs. Some flavors just aren't that great, but I think of it more as a wake me up when I use those. Can't go wrong with Chocolate and ...

12.    Ben rated this product 5 stars
Thu, October 05,2006:
I have been really impressed with the GU energy gells. My favorite is the Vanilla Bean. Helps me on those longer runs as well as those early morning workouts when I can't eat anything else.

13.    Beantown rated this product 2 stars
Wed, June 21,2006:
The GU gel is OK. You can judge these gels on fact that you don't vomit. They all taste like medicine and have a horrible consistency, like drinking honey. Personally I only use on runs over 1 hr, otherwise I prefer an apple or banana with a flinstones chewable post-run. If you have to suck on ...

14.    Kelley rated this product 1 star
Thu, June 08,2006:
Gu Gel is way too sugary for me - they work for so many people but not me. Clif Shots are better in my opinion.

15.    Greg rated this product 4 stars
Thu, May 25,2006:
I'm mildly hypoglycemic so it's essential to get a shot of carbs at regular 45 minute intervals during a marathon... or else I crash hard. I've tried half a dozen gels and Gu is the best for me. Some gels give me a quick burst of energy and then let me down quick. Some mess up my stomach. Gu give...

16.    Steve Thomas rated this product 5 stars
Fri, April 28,2006:
Read my review below..........

17.    Carol rated this product 5 stars
Tue, September 27,2005:
I love the Espresso Love before any workout. I'm not a big eater before I run and I don't indulge in any other caffeine so the boost really makes a difference.

18.    Terry rated this product 5 stars
Wed, July 27,2005:
Rate this 5 stars. Fantastic stuff. I have one before my run and one after. My runs have all been great since I started using GU.

19.    Kate rated this product 5 stars
Sat, March 26,2005:
For my money, GU is the best gel on the market. Unlike many others, GU includes vitamins C and E, which speed recovery. I've yet to hit the wall--even in a 40 miler--with GU, and it's palatable enough to consume throughout a race.

20.    running mom rated this product 5 stars
Mon, September 20,2004:
"Just Plain" Gu is my favorite long run fuel. I eat one every 45-60 minutes, and it definitely keeps me going.

21.    Kim rated this product 4 stars
Sat, August 28,2004:
a noticable energy boost during a long run. the fruit flavors are hard to swallow and too syrupy sweet. just plain, chocolate, and vanilla are not too bad. be sure and drink some water with them.

22.    Gary rated this product 5 stars
Wed, April 14,2004:
Easy to swallow with water and no stomach cramps. Will get you through the long runs and 1 packet should be used after a long run to speed recovery.

23.    Vicki rated this product 5 stars
Tue, March 09,2004:
I LOVE this stuff! Lovely flavors, easy on the digestive system. It really works.

24.    buzzardmick rated this product 5 stars
Sun, July 06,2003:
Tastes great. Nice boost. Easy on your tummy.

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