I started using Accelerade when it first came on the market for my recovery; it worked great, and then Endurox came out and I've been using both exclusively. I also use Accelerade Gel on my long runs at the half way point, and it really helps me to finish strong. I use Endurox immediately after for recovery.
Review On Dec 17, 2011 by C. Howser of NE, FL
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Not super thick
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It's really easy to get down. It's not super thick like other gels. The chocolate is the best flavor. I compare it to a good chocolate milk drink. The chocolate has just enough caffeine to keep you in the race without a crash at the end. I use it now for every run I do. I get more out of my workout runs and long runs since I've been using the gel. Strawberry Kiwi is also great but it doesn't have the caffeine the chocolate does.
Review On Sep 4, 2011 by MkR of Reston, VA
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Finally a great gel
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I was very skeptical at first about gels in general. When I started training for a half marathon for the first time in my life .. having never really run long distance for 35 yrs, I knew I would need some extra oomph.
Tried Clif and then Accelerade gels. They made a big difference. It does matter how and when you take them. It took a couple of tries and now I always take them half way through my run or MTB ride with lots of water. The second half of my journey does not seem challenging and I feel energetic.
Only complaint is .. eco-consciousness. The little packs they come in are not bio-degradable or recyclable. Has Pacific thought about selling them in larger plastic containers like you other powders? That will be more economical and eco-friendly.
Cheers
Review On Jul 18, 2011 by Anonymous of Des Moines, IA
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Best gel on the market
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I''ve been using this gel for several years in all types of endurance events, including iron distance triathlons, ultra cycling events, and ultramarathons. I''ve tried a lot of products, and this is my absolute favorite. It works, it tastes good at all temperatures, and it''s easy on the stomach. I only wish it came in large bottles instead of just packets.
Review On Jun 3, 2011 by Gregg Bray of Vancleave, MS
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Best product of it''s kind
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I tried many of the different brands of gels on the market and nothing provides the nutritional boost along with tasting good and being easy on the stomach like Accel gel. I highly recommend this product to anyone looking for nutritional help with their endurace sports.
Review On Jun 3, 2011 by Jennifer of Elkridge, MD
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Great stuff
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One of the few gels that are smooth without the bite in the back of the throat. The consistency is more fluid making it easy to squeeze out of the package and get down to your belly. And there are plenty of flavors that come non-caffinated too!
I tried the Vanilla flavor on my last long ride. I ride a hand cycle and just did a 40 mile ride and took it about half way through and felt great the whole way back. Right before I took it I was hesitant because of the tastes I have had before. It was etremely smooth and not a bad taste you have to wash down with your water of gatorade. Thank you and awesome job!!
Review On Apr 27, 2011 by Filip Galiza of Boston, MA
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The 20% boost you need to feel great about your workout.
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There are so many products and so much hype on the market. Unfortunately very few products out there can actually give you that bump that they promise to deliver. Then there is Accel Gel. I am not a professional runner but during warm months I try to run 4 times a week, around 3+ miles per run. I''ve noticed a considerable difference in my run when I take Accel Gel 15 minutes before it. It gives me an additional energy boost to help me take that extra couple of blocks. I''ve also noticed that the gel combined with some good post-run stretches gives me that evening energy I need to take care of my kids and finish up the day. I highly recommend trying it out. Good results, good energy boost and a great way to avoid that flat feeling in the evening.
Review On Mar 22, 2011 by Anonymous of San Jose, CA
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Accel Gel - wow
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I wasn''t a gel fan until I tried Accel Gel (chocolate) on my latest hard ride - what a great product! No chewy, fake tasting gunk that you have to wash down with your drink mix actually tastes good and the smooth, more liquid consistency is refreshing, it''s like a creamy chocolate milk. Nice job guys.
I''ve used GU as my primary gel for cycling and a buddy of mine told me about Accel Gel after a 60 mile bike ride. The next weekend I used Accel Gel on a 70 mile bike ride and I felt strong the entire bike ride(while before when I used GU I would start to get tired). Since then I''ll I use is Accel Gel.
