e-Fuel vs
GU Hydration Mix
(formerly GU Brew)
GU Hydration Mix (formerly known as GU Brew) and e-Fuel are drastically different products.
GU Hydration Mix is 50% simple sugar and provides very little substance for endurance athletes with only 27 calories and 95 mg of sodium. If your goal is to just remain hydrated this may be fine, but if you are doing any form of endurance activity you will quickly be running on empty.
With 70% complex carbohydrates and very little sugar, e-Fuel provides three times the energy, double the electrolytes, critical antioxidants and e-Fuel is all natural with NO artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners.
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Carbohydrates |
Calories (8 oz) |
80 |
27 |
Complex Carbs |
14 g |
3.5 g |
Carb Sources |
Malto-
dextrin
Fructose |
Malto-
dextrin
Fructose |
Sugars |
29% |
50% |
e-Fuel has four times the complex carbs of GU Hydration, while GU Hydration is 50% simple sugars. This makes a big difference … watch this video to see why.
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Electrolytes |
Sodium |
150 mg |
95 mg |
Potassium |
60 mg |
11 mg |
Electrolytes are critical to maintain hydration and to avoid cramping and injuries. e-Fuel has approximately 50% more electrolytes than Cytomax.
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Citrates |
Sodium Citrate |
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Potassium Citrate |
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Citric Acid |
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Citrates assist in the carbohydrate to energy conversion process as well as reduce and slow the build-up of lactic acid in your muscles.
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Antioxidants |
Vitamin E |
60% |
0% |
Vitamin C |
60% |
0% |
Antioxidant vitamins C and E help protect against tissue damage, reduce soreness and aid in the recovery process.
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Other Ingredients |
Vitamin B6 |
10% |
0% |
Vitamin B6 assists in the energy conversion process
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Our customers tell it best… |
Patrick Binienda
"I just finished a multi-day event where I ran through the Benton MacKay Trail, start to finish, over 287 miles - fueling almost exclusively on e-Fuel. Each day consisted of an average of 35 miles across some of the toughest mountain trails in the Eastern US. e-Fuel carried me through 9 days with little other nutrition except dinner meals. I have always suffered from over/under hydration using other fuels - e-Fuel is the most complete and efficient fuel I have used. My mountain adventure was a great success largely due to e-Fuel." ...
continue readingSmyrna, GeorgiaSport: Running
Shaun Gallagher
"After having difficulty in races where my gastric system would 'lock up', I found that I simply couldn't handle gels and electrolyte pills frequently enough to support my needs. The calorie content and large amount of electrolytes in e-Fuel were a perfect balance for my training and racing needs. Because e-Fuel mixes fast and easy, it was easier for me to increase the concentration without worrying about trying to swallow a thick, clumpy drink.
At Ironman Wisconsin I raced with 2 bottles of 4x concentrated e-Fuel (800+ calories per bottle) on the bike as my primary nutrition. Using eFuel helped me surpass my goal and register a 13 hour finish time with no cramping or stomach problems. " ...
continue readingTampa, FloridaSport: Triathlon
David Tucker
"I'm training for Ironman Florida and during the summer months here in Florida, long bike rides take me into some really hot and humid weather. I've been struggling for 6 weeks with cramping every time my ride hit 60-65 miles in length. I read about e-Fuel and after two rides of 80+ miles with no cramping, I'm a believer!" ...
continue readingBrandon, FloridaSport: Triathlon
Jerry Sanders
"Been using your products for sometime now. Took a bit of a break from them, and decided to try some other brands. Using the competitors products, I was continually having leg cramps after 60 miles of riding. I switched back to e-Fuel, and no more cramps! Just finished a 110 mile 11000 feet climb this weekend! Couldn't have done it with out e-Fuel!" ...
continue readingGlendale, CaliforniaSport: Cycling
Carl Gordon
"I have to tell you that this stuff is great. I haven't done any thing really long yet, only rides in the 50-70 mile range, but the effects are great. Makes the hills a little less painfull and the recovery is much better. It also mixes well and tastes as good or better than the competition.
I would like to really praise you on your excellent service. Your web site is perfect. I recieved prompt information regarding shipping and receiving of my shipment. You guys knew I got it before it did. That's kickin." ...
continue readingPlano, TexasSport: Cycling
Myk Nelsen
"I used to use another product but ended up in the emergency room twice for dehydration within a month and since I started using e-Fuel I have not had that problem. I think I will be using your product for quite some time, thanks for everything!" ...
continue readingJacksonville, North CarolinaSport: Triathlon, Running
Kevin Brice
"I have been using e-Fuel and e-Gel for about 6 years for training and racing in triathlons, running events and cycling events. It is the one product that has continuous energy supply without highs and lows. I have especially liked having all my nutrition needs on the bike premixed in my drink, so I don't have to fumble with gel packs on the bike. At age 47 I am amazed that I am still getting faster and going farther, and I attribute part of that to having a proper energy source and electrolytes during events." ...
continue readingCedarburg, WisconsinSport: Triathlon, Running, Cycling
Tim P.
"I needed something that wouldn't cause an blood sugar spike. I tried e-Fuel and haven't looked back. This product helps greatly during races and allows me to 'trickle in' calories that will not have deleterious effects on my gut or performance. " ...
continue readingWyCo, KansasSport: Ultra Running
Shawn Carlisle
"I attempted a Big Bear Mountain Ride which summits at 8443 ft. Without e-Fuel and failed. 1 month later with e-Fuel, the ride was no problem. This is the BEST sports drink I have tried. Better than Accelerade or Cytomax." ...
continue readingHighland, CaliforniaSport: Mountain Biking
Dave Hinman
"I try to bike pretty hard for an hour or longer each morning. By the time I'm finished my clothes stick to me and I feel both drained and exhilarated. I've tried sampling almost every sport drink I can buy in Portland and I think e-Fuel is the best. It's not overly sweet, seems to do a good job replenishing what I've lost, and doesn't make my blood sugar spike." ...
continue readingPortland, OregonSport: Cycling