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GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Dairy-Free On-the-Go Energy for Any Workout, 24-Count, Assorted Flavors
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Brand | GU Energy |
Item Form | Gel |
Flavor | Assorted Flavors |
Number of Items | 1 |
Package Information | Can |
About this item
- Variety Pack includes Chocolate Outrage, Salted Caramel, Vanilla Bean, Jet Blackberry, Tri-berry, and Strawberry Banana; caffeine varies by flavor. All flavors Vegan and Gluten Free.
- The Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel designed to help athletes perform their best; 100 calories and essential electrolytes in a portable packet
- Dual source energy from maltodextrin and fructose that use non-competing pathways for efficient absorption and lasting energy whether running, biking, hiking, or skiing
- Use for training or racing year-round! Take one packet 5 minutes before and every 45 minutes during activity
- Branched-chain amino acids to help decrease muscle damage and mental fatigue
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GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel
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Perform better with fast-absorbing energy from complex and simple carbohydrates. |
Enjoy the journey with flavors that always hit the mark. |
Recover faster with branched chain amino acids that decrease muscle damage. |
Fuel for athletes, for training and competition
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Branched chain amino acids reduce mental fatigue, decrease muscle damage, and improve cardiac output during exercise. |
Electrolytes maintain water balance and aid in optimum hydration for everyday training and recovery, as well as during sustained, high-intensity efforts. |
Caffeine enhances performance by increasing focus and concentration. It can also decrease perceived effort during exercise. |
Carbohydrates deliver ready to use energy and delay bonking by sparing glycogen, which the body can quickly turn into fuel when needed. |
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Athlete's Fuel For | Daily training and competition | Long duration/high intensity training and competition | Daily training and competition | Boosting energy stores before a workout | Long duration/high intensity training and competition | Daily training and competition |
How to Use | Eat one gel every 30-45 minutes while training or racing | Eat one gel every 30-45 minutes while training or racing | Sip one packet every 30-45 minutes while training or racing | Eat one before a workout (or bring along as a tasty treat!) | Drink one serving every hour while training or racing | Eat one serving every 45 minutes while exercising (each bag contains two servings) |
Calories Per Serving | 100 | 100 | 100 | 140-150 | 250 | 90 |
Carbs Per Serving | 21-23g | 19-21g | 20g | 23g | 59-60g | 22g |
Sodium Per Serving | 50-125mg | 125-180mg | 40-125mg | 75mg | 320mg | 40mg |
Caffeine Per Serving | Available with or without caffeine | Available with or without caffeine | Available with or without caffeine | Available with or without caffeine | Available with or without caffeine | 0-20mg |
Amino Acids Per Serving | 450mg | 1425mg | 400mg | 450mg | 1900mg | 400mg |
Vegan | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Gluten-Free | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Some flavors gluten-free | ✓ | ✓ |
Kosher | ✓ | ✓ | No | No | ✓ | No |
Product Description
GU Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel is the energy gel that started it all. In 1993, Dr. Bill Vaughn developed the world's first energy gel to help his daughter perform better during ultra-marathons, and GU has been helping to propel the world's most successful extreme athletes to success ever since. GU Energy Gel sustains all forms of athletic activity with a highly compact, portable, and calorie-dense packet that is loaded with carbohydrates that can be rapidly absorbed. Branched-chain amino acids limit muscle fiber damage and increase speed of recovery, and extra electrolytes help maintain water balance. Some flavors feature caffeine to increase concentration. While the original formula has been tweaked and evolved over the years, the end result is still the same: GU Energy Gels fuel the best endurance athletes in the world. GU Original Energy Gel comes in a wide variety of great tasting flavors. Each packet contains 450mg of Amino acids, 100 calories, and at least 21g total carbs.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 6.75 x 4.5 x 2.5 inches; 1.8 Pounds
- Item model number : 123209
- Department : unisex-adult
- UPC : 769493200044
- Manufacturer : GU Energy Labs
- ASIN : B00CQ7QDQA
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #4,795 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household)
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For working out | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
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flavor | Assorted Flavors | Raspberry Lemonade | Birthday Cake | Caramel Macchiato | Variety - Plus & Original | Assorted Flavors |
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ingredients | (*Strawberry Banana) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Sea Salt, L-Valine, Natural Flavors, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Fruit and Vegetable Juice (For Color); (*Chocolate Outrage) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, Organic Cocoa Liquor, L-Leucine, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid, L-Isoleucine, Malic Acid, Pectin Powder, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative); (*Vanilla Bean) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Natural Flavor, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative); (*Salted Caramel) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Sea Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Natural Flavor, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative); (*Jet Blackberry) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, Natural Flavors, L-Leucine, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Malic Acid, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative);(*Tri-Berry) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Malic Acid, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative) | Maltodextrin, Water,Fructose,L-Leucine, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Sodium Cirate, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-valine, Sea Salt, Gellane Gum, L-Isoleucine, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Sodium Benzoate (preservative), Potassium Sorbate (preservative), Fruit and Vegetable Juice (For color) | Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Citrate, Citric Acid, Natural Flavor, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative) | Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Natural Flavors, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative). | (Strawberry Lemonade Gel) Grape Juice Concentrate, Brown Rice Syrup, Lemon Juice, Strawberry Puree, Water, Powdered Chia Seeds, Strawberry Concentrate, Sea Salt, Coconut Water Powder, Natural Caffeine | Water, Maltodextrin, Fructose, Coffee Flavoring, L-Leucine, Acid: Citric Acid, Acidity Regulator: Sodium Citrate, Green Tea Leaf Extract Camellia Sinensis(Contains Caffeine), Sea Salt, L-Valine, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine,Lemonade Flavoring, Orange Flavoring, Strawberry and Banana Flavorings, |
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(*Strawberry Banana) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Sea Salt, L-Valine, Natural Flavors, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Fruit and Vegetable Juice (For Color); (*Chocolate Outrage) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, Organic Cocoa Liquor, L-Leucine, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid, L-Isoleucine, Malic Acid, Pectin Powder, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative); (*Vanilla Bean) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Natural Flavor, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative); (*Salted Caramel) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Sea Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Natural Flavor, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative); (*Jet Blackberry) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, Natural Flavors, L-Leucine, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Malic Acid, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative);(*Tri-Berry) Maltodextrin, Water, Fructose, L-Leucine, Natural Flavor, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Green Tea (Leaf) Extract (Contains Caffeine), Malic Acid, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative)
How To GU Properly: Consume one packet 5 minutes before activity and one packet every 45 minutes during activity. Wash down with GU Hydration Tabs or water for optimum absorption.
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Customers like the taste, quality and energy of the sports gel. For example, they mention the flavors are great, easy to swallow and the vanilla bean taste like toasted marshmallow. They say it provides a few hours of mellow energy and is great for long runs or hikes. Customers are also impresseded with the performance, variety, and ease of digestion.
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Customers like the taste of the sports drink. For example, they say the flavors are great, yummy, and easy to carry. Some mention that the vanilla bean taste like toasted marshmallow. Overall, customers are happy with the taste and recommend it as a tasty little recovery product to feed the body during mountain bike rides.
"...energy to me. ⁃ The particular GU gels have a well balanced strawberry and banana flavor. It's not too strong and blends beautifully...." Read more
"Variety of flavors. Easy to carry and open on the go!" Read more
"...Vanilla Beam: I have nothing bad to say about this one. It is a sweet vanilla flavor. It is tasty, just not one of my personal favorites...." Read more
"...Don't forget to drink plenty of water too! I really like all the flavors and think they taste great...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the sports drink. They mention it works well, is easy to open, and to carry. Some say that the chocolate flavor is wonderful. Overall, most are happy with the brand choice and the quality and quantity of the product.
"...with me. ⁃ I used these GU gels in a morning run once and they worked well...." Read more
"...After using these for several months, I can say that I don't feel any advantage when I take one before a run. I no longer use them pre-run...." Read more
"...from now on I'll use these GU Energy Gels because their are both more effective and cheaper." Read more
"Does the job for splitboarding in the backcountry and riding my mountain bike...." Read more
Customers find the energy boost in the product to be great. They say it helps combat a slump, provides a few hours of mellow energy, and provides boosted energy for longer runs. Customers also say it's great for a mid workout boost and helps power through. They also mention that the gel provides s a burst of natural energy 15 minutes after.
"...I felt that they supplied much needed energy to me. ⁃ The particular GU gels have a well balanced strawberry and banana flavor...." Read more
"...10 miles isn't a problem any longer as these gels give me a noticeable boost of energy. Don't forget to drink plenty of water too!..." Read more
"...taste, and don't forget to wash it down with water which helps give your body energy to continue your hike or workout with ease. I am VERY HAPPY!..." Read more
"...Does well in keeping your energy level up throughout the day." Read more
Customers find the gels great for long runs, rides, and workouts. They say they serve their purpose for longer workouts and improve endurance performance and muscle recovery. Customers also say the gel is good to take on runs or hikes with them and makes a difference on long hikes. Overall, customers recommend the gel for all distance athletes, hikers, bikers and walkers alike.
"These things are absolutely life for longer endurance events. I use them for multi-hour bike rides to keep up the energy...." Read more
"...anything over half marathon, I take 1 or 2 more and gives me the endurance to finish strong." Read more
"Products tastes good and great for anyone doing sports in this summer heat! Helps replace much needed electrolytes and helps boost energy!" Read more
"...You can almost chew on these.Good for distance endeavors, you'll be happy to practice with these on long runs and rides so you can get an..." Read more
Customers find the bulk buy of the coffee to be great value and totally worth it. They also appreciate the caffeine kick in, but it's not too much and there are no jitters.
"...use these GU Energy Gels because their are both more effective and cheaper." Read more
"...Packing is simple and nice with a good price per each at the end of the math." Read more
"...of flavors and all of them are really good and you get it for a really good deal...." Read more
"...It's the best price/value I could find at $27.49 (free shipping), and the dose of caffeine at 20 mg is hardly noticeable...less than one-fifth the..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the sports drink. They say it's fantastic for quickly reinvigorating them, particularly helpful for morning workouts, and has changed their workouts for the better. They also say it helps with post running recovery, makes them feel significantly better, and reduces muscle fatigue. Customers are impressed with the difference they feel and say the supplements are a necessity for extreme workouts.
"...It is good for hot days, and doesn't linger in the mouth...." Read more
"I haven’t taken Goo in years. First, it really helps my joints when running longer distances...." Read more
"...They greatly help with post running recovery.I use sometimes during runs too and they work for sustained energy." Read more
"...long distance or hiking a big mountain, these are fantastic for quickly reinvigorating me...." Read more
Customers like the variety of the sports drink. They say it provides a great burst of energy, has a good mix of all the flavors, and keeps their taste buds happy. Customers also say the possibilities are endless with the variety pack.
"...The variety pack is great so you can mix up the flavors on a long journey." Read more
"...This comes in a variety of flavors so it's easy to pick out a selection before you run, and if you have one flavor you realize you don't like, you..." Read more
"...The variety featured in this box is great, and the Gu itself is certainly giving me some fuel for my early morning workouts. Highly recommended." Read more
"...Great value even compared to buying 8-packs in the store. Nice variety too, I like that I'm not locked into any one or two flavors for the next..." Read more
Customers find the sports drink easy to digest. They say it goes down easy with a gulp or two, and is quick to swallow. They also say it helps power them through long runs. Customers also mention that the flavors are easy to handle and are a good to have when training.
"...Take these water so that it is easy for the body to consume.-..." Read more
"...I used the brand, the amount has decreased (better) and it’s far easier to digest. Pretty yummy, actually!" Read more
"...They go down easy with a swig of water and are definitely a good “to have” when training in the heat or moving a long distance." Read more
"...I ride road bikes and this is super easy to get some calories into your body so you don’t burn out...." Read more
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⁃ Each individual GU gel also has the expiry date stamped on it.
⁃ The strawberry banana GU gels are the ideal GU gels for a runner who doesn't want to use GU gels that contain caffeine, either due to reacting negatively towards caffeine use or if running at night and not wanting to stay awake way deep into the night after the run is over.
⁃ As for me, I run mostly at night since it is the only time I can run without distractions.
⁃ I use and prefer the caffeinated GU gels for races as I feel that the caffeine works well with me.
⁃ I used these GU gels in a morning run once and they worked well. I felt that they supplied much needed energy to me.
⁃ The particular GU gels have a well balanced strawberry and banana flavor. It's not too strong and blends beautifully. The strawberry doesn't overpower the banana and vice versa.
⁃ They are handy, easy to open up and are just the right size. They are easy to stuff into running shorts pockets or running belts.
⁃ They have almost the same consistency with the rest of the GU gels. You may use them alone or sip some water to make the gel go easier through your throat. Your choice.
⁃ I use these non-caffeinated gels together with the regular non-caffeinated saltstick electrolyte capsules with no stomach or other issues. I cramp after long runs if I don't use saltstick capsules.
⁃ I also use the gels together with mustard (packets) and/or pickle juice to prevent cramping and I have no stomach or other issues. I also take energy sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade) with no stomach or other issues.
⁃ The other brand of non-caffeinated GU gels is root-beer. Root beer flavor tastes better (I am biased, I like root beer) but cost more, so I buy the Strawberry Banana flavor more often.
I have used the other caffeinated GU gels (assorted flavors) for a marathon. They provided the energy needed for the marathon, especially during the last 10 miles when you hit the wall. I used them with the SaltStick caps and I had no issues. Highly recommend them, especially since they can be used with salt stick caps with no adverse effects.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2015
⁃ Each individual GU gel also has the expiry date stamped on it.
⁃ The strawberry banana GU gels are the ideal GU gels for a runner who doesn't want to use GU gels that contain caffeine, either due to reacting negatively towards caffeine use or if running at night and not wanting to stay awake way deep into the night after the run is over.
⁃ As for me, I run mostly at night since it is the only time I can run without distractions.
⁃ I use and prefer the caffeinated GU gels for races as I feel that the caffeine works well with me.
⁃ I used these GU gels in a morning run once and they worked well. I felt that they supplied much needed energy to me.
⁃ The particular GU gels have a well balanced strawberry and banana flavor. It's not too strong and blends beautifully. The strawberry doesn't overpower the banana and vice versa.
⁃ They are handy, easy to open up and are just the right size. They are easy to stuff into running shorts pockets or running belts.
⁃ They have almost the same consistency with the rest of the GU gels. You may use them alone or sip some water to make the gel go easier through your throat. Your choice.
⁃ I use these non-caffeinated gels together with the regular non-caffeinated saltstick electrolyte capsules with no stomach or other issues. I cramp after long runs if I don't use saltstick capsules.
⁃ I also use the gels together with mustard (packets) and/or pickle juice to prevent cramping and I have no stomach or other issues. I also take energy sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade) with no stomach or other issues.
⁃ The other brand of non-caffeinated GU gels is root-beer. Root beer flavor tastes better (I am biased, I like root beer) but cost more, so I buy the Strawberry Banana flavor more often.
I have used the other caffeinated GU gels (assorted flavors) for a marathon. They provided the energy needed for the marathon, especially during the last 10 miles when you hit the wall. I used them with the SaltStick caps and I had no issues. Highly recommend them, especially since they can be used with salt stick caps with no adverse effects.
Flavors:
My assorted box included Jet Blackberry, Salted Caramel, Chocolate Outrage, Tri-Berry, Strawberry Banana, and Vanilla Bean. Flavors are listed below in order of my preference.
Chocolate Outrage: I waited to try this one until last, as I always favor a more fruity flavor when I'm hot and tired. This one ended up being a welcome surprise! It is SO GOOD! It literally tasted like brownie batter. I could honestly just eat this one as a snack.
Strawberry Banana: A close runner up here. On extremely hot days or long runs I tend to go for this one, as I prefer fruity flavors. It is really tasty and is exactly what you would expect. It tastes like strawberry banana. Not too sweet, just yummy.
Salted Caramel: This is the first one I tried, as I read reviews on how great it was. I have to agree. It is very good. It is extremely rich and sweet. I am OK with that, as it gives me a bit of a sugar/sweet pick-me-up. If you don't like too sweet, steer clear of this one.
Tri-Berry: This one is just a fruity berry flavor. It is not too sweet.I would recommend this one if you prefer a fruity flavor and want a crisper flavor than strawberry banana. It is good for hot days, and doesn't linger in the mouth.
Vanilla Beam: I have nothing bad to say about this one. It is a sweet vanilla flavor. It is tasty, just not one of my personal favorites. If I am going the sweet dessert direction I would choose Chocolate or Caramel first.
Jet Blackberry: Some have commented that this is too sweet. I don't agree with that. It is a sweeter flavor than some others, but I thought it was fine. It was my least favorite, but I don't avoid them or anything like that.
Texture:
These are very thick. All flavors I have tried have had the same consistently. You will 100% want to wash them down with water. The first time I ever used an energy gel of any type, it was these. I grabbed one after the first 6 miles of my long run, when I was hot, sweaty, and out of breath. I gagged immediately. I was totally unprepared for the texture. Now I have no issues and can suck them down easily with a quick mouthful of water. Just be prepared for the consistency. Maybe try one before a run to get the idea.
Effectiveness:
After using these for several months, I can say that I don't feel any advantage when I take one before a run. I no longer use them pre-run. I only use them every 45 minutes during my run. I do feel a little energy jolt when I use them that way. No, I don't feel instantly energized. No, I don't instantly increase my pace. I just feel a little pick-me-up. For me, that is enough. Sometimes during a long run that little jolt is enough to get you through the next few miles.
Overall I highly recommend these!
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