Power Bars, Energy Bars, and Protein Bars

i usually eat a couple power bars before i ride, but i dont know if they really help any. i started using creatine serum when i work out and i've noticed a huge difference in energy, and also i barely get sore anymore. I'm not sure if it would help with riding, but i imagine it would.

I use power bars for quick fuel and to fill my stomach before I ride. I also go into the store and pick up different ones to try. Power bars are good, a lot better tasting than in the past, BUT you've got to drink with then! 10-15 oz of water to get then going. By the way that's a down fall, you block up, if you know what I mean!
I also drink only cydromax fuel replacement drink when I race/ride hard. It keeps you energy level up there. I give it to my 10/13 year old boys too. Keeps brain fade away late in the race.
This system has worked for years with me, as a off road rider and also as a bicycler.

One thought - always look at the main ingredient in the bar. Powerbars are actually loaded with high fructose corn syrup - not the best sweetener.Basically a candy bar with protien added. There might be better ones out there for your desired results. I have found by staying away from corn syrup, junk food, anything with white flour, milk, cheese, etc., and sticking with lean meats, veggies, fruits that I have alot more energy and don't need a quick boost from a bar or snack before I ride. ?? But that is my program - try different things and see what works for you. JUSt read those ingedients! You might be suprised :eek: