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Im not sure about them, they look too stiff to force the gel out?
RideLondon - Surrey 100 anyone?
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Im not sure about them, they look too stiff to force the gel out?
philinmerthyr
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The isogels that I have are more fluid than normal gels. I'll put a couple in a flask when I go out tomorrow night to test it out. The comments in the reviews are all positive.
A friend in work suggested them. He does triathlons and has used them for years.
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Ive been using energygels which flow but are quite gloopy so not sure they would work, also the item on the link says discontinued and nothing happens when I click Buy? You may have got lucky with the last few!
I do see a massive benefit to them if they do what they say they do though.
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I have a gel flask from High5 and found it difficult to use. The cap keeps getting clogged up on warm days. Even on a good day I found it does not flow well and you really have to have the suction of a vax to get anything out- and there's always about a gels worth that simply won't come out. May just be that brand but I shan't be replacing it. I do prefer a thicker gel, when I do use them, like CNP and that has properly exaggerated my problem with gel flasks
philinmerthyr
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I have a gel flask from High5 and found it difficult to use. The cap keeps getting clogged up on warm days. Even on a good day I found it does not flow well and you really have to have the suction of a vax to get anything out- and there's always about a gels worth that simply won't come out. May just be that brand but I shan't be replacing it. I do prefer a thicker gel, when I do use them, like CNP and that has properly exaggerated my problem with gel flasks
Thanks for the warning. I'll try one out with a couple of gels tomorrow night. Being half way around the Surrey hills with gels I can't get out of the flask would be a disaster.
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Some of the problems I described can be overcome by adding a splash of water to the gel. good idea giving them a test run, you may find they work for you. I have thought about fitting a straw into the cap but this would involve drilling out the plastic closing. In principle they are a great idea, they just weren't for me
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Looking at these flexible bladder style gel holders like this one - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Salomon-148...1375120639&sr=8-2&keywords=salomon+Soft+Flask, or the larger version - http://www.cheaptents.com/acatalog/...ftFlask237ml&gclid=CO3tm5Ch1bgCFZPItAodF1oAZw.
They roll up / tighten up. as they empty, they look decent, but limited suppliers and maybe too late to order now.
They roll up / tighten up. as they empty, they look decent, but limited suppliers and maybe too late to order now.
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Ive just ordered 2 from the second link, should get here Wednesday. They are a bit expensive but the concept is awesome, I hate fiddling with the gel packets after eating and the hoods aren't too keen on getting sticky!
According to reviews on Amazon, apparently the first link holds 4 gels, so the second holds 8.
Thanks @philinmerthyr for highlighting this stuff.
this is a video of the exact ones Ive ordered, same company, this is the US version. (this claims the small version holds 8...)
According to reviews on Amazon, apparently the first link holds 4 gels, so the second holds 8.
Thanks @philinmerthyr for highlighting this stuff.
this is a video of the exact ones Ive ordered, same company, this is the US version. (this claims the small version holds 8...)
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Multi post apology - Just so everyone knows, the entire RideLondon Wiggle clothing gear will be available to purchase at the cycle show we register at in the excel.
Ive already purchased the RideLondon bibs and they look fab, maybe the padding isnt quite as good as my £80 Sportful ones, but half the price cant really compare. They are extremely light, and fit me well.
Ive already purchased the RideLondon bibs and they look fab, maybe the padding isnt quite as good as my £80 Sportful ones, but half the price cant really compare. They are extremely light, and fit me well.
fabregas485
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I will most likely be at west Kensington along the A4.
Do you think this http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00B6QG240 is small enough for a vest pocket?
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All this talk of gels has got me a bit worried that I'm not planning on carrying enough.
I was just going to take a couple with me and then rely on the stations. On my biggest ride (90 miler) I stopped for some flapjack at about 38 miles, drink refill at about 62 miles then had a gel at about 70 miles.
I know this course is tougher so planning to use the stops to refuel but as I have a later start time, is there a chance they could run out? Don't want to be without should I hit the wall
I was just going to take a couple with me and then rely on the stations. On my biggest ride (90 miler) I stopped for some flapjack at about 38 miles, drink refill at about 62 miles then had a gel at about 70 miles.
I know this course is tougher so planning to use the stops to refuel but as I have a later start time, is there a chance they could run out? Don't want to be without should I hit the wall
philinmerthyr
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I'm planning to take my own food and drink so I have the same that I have trained with.
