I’ve decided to experiment with new handgrips to address the soreness issue I had last weekend. The Ritchey TVG grips I’m currently using are great for two-hour cross-country races. They have excellent grip and have served me well thus far. However, they may not be what I need for more epic endeavors. Enter the Ritchey WCS True-Grip. Since the outer portion of my left hand kept giving me problems on my 40-mile ride over the past weekend, I’m thinking something with more cushion will help.
I’ve also given a lot of thought to what sports drink to use and have settled on Heed from Hammer Nutrition. While my research isn’t perfect, Heed appears to have everything I need without all the sweeteners found in other sports drinks. I’ve had good luck with their gels, so we’ll see how the sports drink works out. Speaking of gels, I’m also looking into which one to use this coming season and it’s a toss up between Hammer Gel and Power Bar Gels. Since I already have a 24-pack of chocolate Power Bar gels, I’ll be going with them unless I have a problem.
The most important thing I need to do is develop a training program I can follow. I would normally go to a gym, but with the economy in the dumper, I just don’t want to spend the money.
11 hours ago
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I can vouch for Hammer. I love their gels because they taste good, their ingredients are all natural, and they work for nutrition. I don't know if you've tried it or not, but I use GU Roctane when I'm really trying to perform. That stuff is killer. The only thing is it's really expensive, so that's why I only use it on races that are important to me. Something about those amino acids gives an extra kick.
I'm a Hammer girl, too. I use a Heed / Sustained Energy mix on anything over 2 hours. Constant, even energy.
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