{"title":"Maurten","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text--display\"\u003ePartners in Fuel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text--introduction--large\"\u003eRaces are the front line of fueling and Maurten fuels the biggest. It’s where Hydrogel Technology and Solid are used in the real world. Where athletes apply all the learnings of training to the moment of race day — the culmination of the journey. Races are more than a start-finish line. The true start is the first step, the first pedal revolution, the first dive into the pool, of training. Get used to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"maurten-drink-mix-320-caf-100","title":"Maurten Drink Mix 320 CAF 100 (Individual)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we think\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaurten's world-record-setting Maurten Drink Mix 320 Caf 100 is now available in a Caffeinated version with 100mg of caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot familiar? Maurten contains mixed carbohydrate sources to allow for optimal energy utilization, but it also contains the unique \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHydrogel Technology\u003c\/em\u003e that slows down the delivery of these nutrients to help prevent stomach issues and increase carb intake. In addition, this drink mix is high in sodium – an important electrolyte for fluid and nutrient delivery.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of this caffeine creates all sorts of new fueling options for athletes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's \u003cstrong\u003eincredible for early morning training\u003c\/strong\u003e where you get up, grab your bottle, and go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's a \u003cstrong\u003egame-changer for competitions\u003c\/strong\u003e – continuously maintaining elevated caffeinated levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the biggest \u003cstrong\u003eunfair-yet-legal performance advantage\u003c\/strong\u003e in endurance sports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat many athletes love is that Maurten didn't add any acid, colorants, or flavors. Even better, Maurten's hydrogel technology hides the bitterness of the caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Caffeine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine has been shown to promote alertness and reduce perceived effort and pain. These are properties that can be beneficial in sports performance. The DRINK MIX 320 CAF 100 can be used for building up caffeine levels – on its own or together with other caffeine sources like coffee pre-training or along with Maurten Caffeinated Gel to achieve sufficient caffeine levels during activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount of Energy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies have shown that our bodies can make use of up to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour. One DRINK MIX 320 CAF 100 sachet, mixed with 500 ml of water contains 80 grams of carbohydrates without any stomach distress.  Many athletes are pushing well into the 100 grams per hour after gradually elevating their tolerance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Maurten work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen mixing DRINK MIX 320 CAF 100 with water you get a hydrogel sports drink containing a high concentration of carbohydrates and caffeine. The drink instantly converts to hydrogel in the acidity of the stomach. The hydrogel enables a smooth transportation of the drink through the stomach to the intestine where the water, salt, and carbohydrates are absorbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for Mixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the content of each sachet with 500 ml of water and shake well until dissolved (30-60s). Be accurate, the functionality depends on the ratio don't add too much or too little water or the hydrogel won't form correctly. Consume within 24 hours, so you can make it the night before and have it ready for your early AM training session. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the DRINK MIX 320 CAF 100 on its own during shorter durations, or combine it with other Maurten products to ensure you have enough carbohydrates throughout your session. Your goal is to get to 90 or more grams of carbs per hour for maximum performance.  But make sure you continue consuming this level of carbs throughout your entire workout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maurten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41505688715323,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/6120\/5819\/files\/maurten-drink-mix-320-caf-100-sports-fuel-1.jpg?v=1762200889"},{"product_id":"maurten-gel-100-1-packet","title":"Maurten Gel 100","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"this-is-the-gel\" class=\"block-text-and-image\" data-controller=\"blocks--text-and-image\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-content color-0 no-image\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text align-top\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnergy encapsulated in a natural hydrogel. The Maurten Gel 100 is built with six ingredients — no added colorants, preservatives or flavors. 25g of carbohydrates per serving. Can be used before, during and\/or after activity.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the Gel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many other traditional energy gels on the market which tend to be a runny syrup, the Maurten Gel 100 has a firmer, more - well, gel-like structure. Making it a Gel. So one could say, this is the Gel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"no-guts-no-glory\" class=\"block-text-and-image\" data-controller=\"blocks--text-and-image\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block-content color-0 no-image\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text align-top\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo guts, no glory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy utilizing Hydrogel Technology, the carbohydrates packed within the Gel 100 can bypass the stomach to the intestines where they get absorbed, faster, into the body. 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Maurten Gel 100 is coveted by top athletes, but they wanted a bit more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, Maurten has an even higher carb option with the Gel 160 – a 40g serving of energy in the same hydrogel technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gel 160\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaurten Gel 160 Hydrogen Sports Fuel is a bigger hydrogel option — encapsulating 40 grams of carbohydrates in each serving. The same proven technology built with just 6 natural ingredients — no added colors, preservatives or flavors. For athletes who want more energy in each gel, this is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore or less – it's the same thing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a technical perspective, traditional \u003cem\u003egels\u003c\/em\u003e are water and carbohydrates simply mixed into syrups, often containing added flavors and preservatives. The Gel 160 is completely different. It’s a biopolymer matrix filled with a unique blend of fructose and glucose (ratio of 0.8:1) which –as we discuss often– enables uptake of much more carbohydrates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaurten has solved this problem by creating a gel that contains its unique hydrogel technology, which encapsulates those simple carbohydrates and enables smooth transportation into the intestine where water, salt, and carbohydrates are absorbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is slightly different from their drink mix, which requires the acidity of the stomach to form the hydrogel; the Maurten Gel 160 contains an already formed hydrogel and can be taken without water.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGel 100 vs Gel 160:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGel 100 and Gel 160 use the same patented Maurten Hydrogel Technology with the same ratio of fructose and glucose — 0.8:1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGel 100 has 25 grams of carbohydrates and Gel 160 has 40 grams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGel 160 is well suited to longer endurance races and sessions where fueling opportunities are less frequent. 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