This seems like just the rabbit hole I’d go down. May have to start follow/searching this😂

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

It’s been really interesting to read! I’m looking forward to the results when they release them! 🤓

Honesty in labeling is the lowest bar to cross for a company.

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

True. I’m wondering if it was intentional or they just didn’t know, and I’m not sure which is worse. 🤓

there is a special place in Hell for corporate executives who deliberately lie to consumers - the good news is I'm motivated to make my own carb fuel going forward...

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

I keep trying to give them the benefit of the doubt and just assume they didn’t know any better. Who can say at this point? At any rate, I know a lot of ultra runners who have much more success making their own fuel lately! 🤓

This is fascinating! Yes, please keep us updated!!!

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

Thanks! It’s been really interesting to follow! 🤓

Great summary, RGG! Yes, I would be interested in more updates. I'm curious about the story although I've never used products like this. (Running really is a cheap sport for me and I try to keep it that way.) My first thought was that 45 grams of carbs in a 54 gram package meant (did the gazinta) less than two teaspoons of water per pack even if everything else was carbs--unlikely--and that seemed low to get a squeezable texture. The package of Walmart duplex creme sandwich cookies I have says that three cookies contain 25 grams of carbs, and it was $2.50 for 60 cookies. And heck yeah I've taken them along and eaten them on long runs. Should I join the Go Fund Me and request verification of the numbers on those?😂Thanks as always for the very informative video.

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I’m definitely following the updates. And oddly enough, more ultrarunners seem to favor Pop Tarts! Easy to chew and full of carbs!🤓

@largeeddie

Ай бұрын

@@RunningGeekGirl I love Pop-Tarts too!

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

@@largeeddie The brown sugar/cinnamon ones are amazing, but the ones we always have at home are the strawberry because my son’s been hooked on them since he was 2. 🤣

@largeeddie

Ай бұрын

@@RunningGeekGirl Brown sugar/cinnamon is the classic! But I know from my nieces and nephews how particular kids can be about foods. Actually I'm that way about certain things to be honest (Juicy Juice Fruit Punch) but for Pop-Tarts I'll rotate flavors. Blueberry and chocolate fudge are currently in the cupboard. It's nice to have a fairly wholesome fruity one plus a good trashy one. Also I've heard that Moon Pies are a big deal at the Barkley Marathons and Big's Backyard Ultra. Do you get those in Arkansas? They've been a convenience store staple here forever.

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

@@largeeddie oh, absolutely! Moon Pies are a classic here!

I have moved to Huma, but also rely on Honey Stingers. I would love a follow up video from you love. Never knew this was going on❤

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

I still have to give Huma a try! I’ll try to post an update once they have the test results available! 🤓

Ah, super interesting! And thank you, because I was thinking of trying out some Spring gels, well, I'm gonna wait for testing results now :) Wondering also what would be the results for the other flavors and brands.

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

Yeah, I’m pretty invested in this now! The donors get first access to the results, and then I’m hoping they post to the subreddit. 🤓

I've had Spring but I don't think I've had this flavor.... this brand doesn't do much in terms of a pick me up to be honest

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

I’m interested to see if it’s just this flavor or if it’s the same for other flavors. Looking forward to testing results! 🤓

Interesting views and points. I only use Maurten when I use gels but only ever use gels when racing a marathon.

@RunningGeekGirl

Ай бұрын

I’m very interested to see the results of the tests. I’ve always heard really good things about Maurten, so I’ve been wanting to try! 🤓

Spring Energy sucks. Never again!!