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Heltor Chasca wrote:Stroop Wafels from Lidl. 185 calories each.

will try those wafel things; currently using some new sainsbury's strawberry cake bars which seem to be very high in sugar/carbs; I was thinking of rides up to about 50 miles (I'm a relative novice)

What do people think are the most effective ways to keep fuelled up on a long ride? I've found what I believe to be relatively low cost solutions. I note some dedicated energy bars and fluids can be very pricey indeed.

It was a suggestion for on-the-road nutrition, (no, not my stuff but I think naming the supermarket source was maybe a mis-step!)

I got one virtually identical from a local bike shop (slightly higher price); excellent for home use; very sturdy and you can position the bike extremely high up for very easy access.
(What's the rule on recommending products on this forum? I got a mild spanking with my first post!)

Hello All; got off to a bad start with my first posting earlier this eve so hopefully more success this time. I've got three bikes, a mountain, a tourer and a carbon racer all used regularly depending on what I need to carry and/or the weather. I ride most days and all weathers - I use my bikes for work cos my office is now in centre of town and parking is not free (win, win!). Looking forward to exchanges here although I shall be wary of making any recommendations or suggestions which involve a brand name!