DIY: Gel Making Kit

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Here are a few ways to tinker with our products to either create a gel if that is your preferred fuel source or a concentrated bottle for something like an Ironman when the aid station might not have your preferred nutrition, you don't want to open packets etc.

For a gel-like option you can use 1 scoop per every 1-1.5 ounces.

As a starting point 3.5 scoops or 1 x 53g packet Super High-Carb Drink Mix = 200 calories and 200mg of sodium

7 scoops or 2 x 53g packets Super High-Carb Drink Mix = 400 calories and 400mg of sodium

You can always start with less and add more as needed, based on your caloric and electrolyte needs.You can mix High-Carb with our other hydration mixes into one bottle but you’ll want to do some math and make sure you are getting an appropriate combination of carbs, sodium, and liquid to your needs and to avoid GI distress (too many carbs in too short of a period and you’ll be busting your gut…). This ratio can change depending on the weather, effort, and other factors, so test things in training and if you have questions, hit us up: [email protected]

-You can refrigerate but we do not recommend freezing.

For the complete guide click here.


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Here are a few ways to tinker with our products to either create a gel if that is your preferred fuel source or a concentrated bottle for something like an Ironman when the aid station might not have your preferred nutrition, you don't want to open packets etc.

For a gel-like option you can use 1 scoop per every 1-1.5 ounces.

As a starting point 3.5 scoops or 1 x 53g packet Super High-Carb Drink Mix = 200 calories and 200mg of sodium

7 scoops or 2 x 53g packets Super High-Carb Drink Mix = 400 calories and 400mg of sodium

You can always start with less and add more as needed, based on your caloric and electrolyte needs.You can mix High-Carb with our other hydration mixes into one bottle but you’ll want to do some math and make sure you are getting an appropriate combination of carbs, sodium, and liquid to your needs and to avoid GI distress (too many carbs in too short of a period and you’ll be busting your gut…). This ratio can change depending on the weather, effort, and other factors, so test things in training and if you have questions, hit us up: [email protected]

-You can refrigerate but we do not recommend freezing.

For the complete guide click here.


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Patricia W.
Really helped my stomach

I was having a lot of issues with my digestive system with long runs. Adding this to my water really helped calm my stomach and give me fuel to complete my longer runs. Thanks!!

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Jimmie W.
Tasty and smooth

I am using this to make more of a gel option. The flavor is good and goes down easy. The texture ends up being nice and I can customize as I need.

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Bee O.
Long miles. Constant support

I was on Jury duty. No time to ride for 4 days. Friday and Saturday opened up.

I rode 29 hilly miles in a loop from home on Friday. I left early on Saturday and headed north toward Canada. I rode up near the border then went East. I rode to Everson and had some food and then headed up the mountain toward beautiful Silver Lake. This road was too narrow so I turned around and went west through Lynden and on to Birch Bay on the Salish Sea. I only stopped when necessary and went up over a 7 mile hill toward home. One last big climb and home.

72 miles with 2,311 feet of elev gain. Windy going home. I used a Nalgene of the 2 packets of High Carb mix. Supplemented with coffee, eggs and toast, and a bag of fresh thick potato slices. It was a tiring ride and I was able to keep pedaling at a good even average speed throughout. This was a successful ride. I like this product and it is now a part of my training. Thanks for this power house.

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Collin
Best Fuel for those of us who can’t do solids while riding

Title kind of says it all, with a couple caveats: it’s not really at all sweet, and the flavour is also subtle. Mix it a while before riding as it takes a while to dissolve (but it’s worth it). I often mix it with another sweeter flavour of Skratch hydration too. This alone has kept me from bonking on countless rides.

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Tanner M.
Simple Way to Hit 100g/hr

Honestly it's exactly as advertised. A good clean carb source. Super soluble and gut friendly. Only note, if you're mixing on the road (I've carried 100g of carb mix in a 1l bottle) do it 1/2 at a time (add 1/2 the water, shake well, then add the other 1/2 and shake). Otherwise I might take a sec to mix on its own. No biggie. Wish it was a lil cheaper, but it's a great product and affordable relative to other options. Definitely recommend.

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Emily N.A.
So good!

I love the sustained energy I get from this drink mix. It’s what I’ve been wanting my from other drink mixes! I can actually feel it give me an extra kick of energy but, not in the way that caffeine does. I don’t drink caffeine so I’m limited in that. My only complaint is mixing it up all the way. I mix it according to the instructions but, it can still be clumpy. It all eventually blends so I just mix it a head of time and it’s good. The flavor and consistency is nice and mild.

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miguel a.
Great complement to hydration mix

Team work high carb and hydration mix

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Thomas B.
Keep the carbs flowing

The High Carb Mix is key for me to reach my goal of 120g/h on multi-hour road races. I have been using it for three years, initially at 100g/bottle and now 80g High Carb + 20g Skratch Sports mix. No gastric distress ever, and only subtly sweet. It's not cheap, but great for race days and the toughest training days. A great product that helps keep the carbs flowing, rather than constant eating, which is not always possible.

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E.M.
38 year old survived Fire Academy

I am a 38 year old male who decided on a career change. As a critical care paramedic my next step was to become a certified firefighter. I went through 14 weeks of a strenuous academy that was very labor intensive during the hottest months of the summer. I ALWAYS carried Skratch with me. I had the Bars, hydration mix, and the recovery mix. And it ALL helped me make it through. While all the kids half my age were barely making it drinking there liquid IV I ALWAYS could count on my Skratch products! On one instance we were doing drills and one of my crew mates was at the brink of passing out, he was brought out of the scenario with the help of an instructor, once his gear was off I gave him half of a Skratch bar and he was able to make it through the rest of the strenuous activities of the day. I have a lot to thank to the Skratch products for my success while going through the fire academy!!!!!

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Ron B.
High Carb Fuel

This high carb hydration mix seems to be spot on.