Fueling while cycling
Fueling during cycling: drink and bar combined
Most riders don't run out of leg strength. They stop because they run out of fuel. Empty tank, empty head, kilometers to go.
Proper fueling during cycling is all about two things: hydration and carbohydrates. One keeps your system cool and sharp. The other keeps your motor running. From now on, you can manage both at once. Eagle Nutrition and No Limit are joining forces. The sports drink from No Limit and the fruit performance bar from Eagle. Your complete fuel together, from the first climb to the finish line.
The two halves of your fuel
Hydration and carbs work together. The sports drink provides hydration and quick carbohydrates in liquid form. The bar provides solid carbs in a ratio your gut can handle. Two sources, the same fuel, more carbohydrates per hour without stomach issues.
| Role | No Limit sports drink | Eagle fruit performance bar |
|---|---|---|
| Function | Hydration and liquid carbs | Solid carbohydrates for on the go |
| Carbs | Fast absorption during exertion | 25 g, 80% carbs, 2:1 glucose/fructose |
| Timing | Continuous, small sips | One bite every half hour |
| Clean | Sports drink by No Limit | Vegan, 0% artificials, real fruit |
Why 2:1 makes the difference
Your intestines absorb glucose and fructose through separate channels. If you only use glucose, that channel gets overwhelmed and the rest stays in your stomach. That is the classic "bonking": bloated, nauseous, power gone.
The 2:1 ratio of glucose to fructose opens both channels. More carbohydrates per hour, without your stomach protesting. Sports nutrition guidelines for long, intensive rides often recommend 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour. You rarely get that from drinks alone. The bar complements what the bottle leaves behind. Want to plan better for a future ride; create your free fuel plan here.
Don't forget your hydration
Carbs get all the attention. Hydration is just as critical to your ride. If you sweat more than you drink, your blood volume drops and your heart has to work harder for less speed. In the heat, that happens quickly.
That is why drink is the foundation and the bar is the supplement. The bottle keeps you cool and replenished, the bar keeps your motor running. On hot days, drink more and sooner. Keep taking sips, even on the descent where you might not feel like it.
How to fuel a long ride
Start before you feel thirsty or hungry. By that point, you are already behind.
From the start, drink a few sips every ten to fifteen minutes. From the first hour, take a bite of your Eagle bar every thirty minutes. Keep that rhythm, even if you feel good. Fueling is a plan, not a reaction. Those who wait until the tank is empty don't come back.
Two Belgian brands, the same conviction: clean stuff that works when it counts. No Limit sells the drink. Eagle makes the bars. Together, they have your whole ride covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many carbohydrates do I need while cycling?
On long, intensive rides, sports nutrition guidelines often recommend 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour. On easier rides, that number is lower. Combine drink and bar to comfortably hit that target.
Why a bar in addition to my sports drink?
Drinks alone rarely provide enough carbs on a tough ride. A solid source supplements this without requiring constant drinking. This keeps your energy levels stable over the entire distance.
What does 2:1 glucose/fructose mean?
Two parts glucose to one part fructose. This ratio uses two absorption channels in your intestines simultaneously. The result: more carbohydrates per hour and less chance of stomach discomfort.
When should I take my first bar?
Start with small sips of drink from the beginning. Take your first bite of the bar after about an hour, then every thirty minutes. Start before you feel hunger or thirst.
Is the Eagle fruit performance bar suitable for every sport?
Yes. Cycling, running, trail, any endurance effort where you need carbohydrates. 25 grams, 80% carbs, vegan and no artificials. Fuel for the journey, not for after.
Ready for your next ride
Fueling during cycling is not a gamble. Hydration plus carbs, on time and in rhythm. The sports drink from No Limit and the fruit performance bar from Eagle cover both halves. Plan your fuel and head out with a full tank.
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