Eaten for years by the Jackson Hole locals in order to maximize ski time, Kate Schade's original homemade Tram Bars are quickly becoming popular nationwide. Made from organic, all natural ingredients, Kate's line of energy bars deliver an exciting mix of texture and flavor to fuel any outdoor adventure.
Originally developed by NASA to combat the effects of dehydration in astronauts, The Right Stuff electrolyte replacement formula is now commercially available to the public through an exclusive license to Wellness Brands Inc.
The Right Stuff consists of a patented, highly concentrated blend of electrolytes, including sea salt and sodium citrate. The formula uses all natural flavors, citric acid to help cut saltiness and a small amount of sucralose (Splenda) for sweetness. Single serving, recyclable plastic bottles with twist off tops make it easy to squeeze the contents into any water or drink bottle.
The most unique thing about The Right Stuff is that it does not contain any caffeine, sugar, carbohydrates or added color. This allows you to control the timing, amount and type of carbohydrate intake. According to NASA, high levels of carbohydrates in other sports drinks have been shown to impede the body's ability to absorb and utilize electrolytes. Therefore, the claim is that The Right Stuff provides an athlete with up to 20% more endurance than water or other carb-containing beverages.
I look forward to trying this on my next climb. I currently stay away from all supplements such as GU and Gatorade since my body reacts badly to sugar, glucose, fructose and other simple carbs. The Right Stuff may be a good alternative to ensure proper hydration during endurance sports.
You can currently buy the electrolyte formula through The Right Stuff online store.
German company Nutrixxion is the newest entrant to the very crowded sports energy supplement market. Founded by a team of sports nutrition experts, the Company is trying to position their brand as a premium, high quality product.
The initial Nutrixxion product categories include endurance/peptid drinks, gels, energy bars and an L-Carnitine chewable tablet. The main differentiators in Nutrixxion products are the use of Isomaltulose and BCAA. Isomaltulose is extracted from beet sugar but breaks down slowly, over a longer period of time than most other sugars. BCAA are amino acids that form about a third of the human skeletal muscles and are used directly in the muscle as a source of energy. BCAA can also influence serotonin level and decrease fatigue. The L-Carnitine chewable tablets supposedly help in the process of burning fat for energy.
The Company sponsors three cycling teams- one Pro, one Womens and one 4Fun as they call it. The various supplements and Nutrixxion cycling gear are currently available from the online shop.
Jeremy Littman, a Los Angeles Search and Rescue professional for the past seven years, developed Tactical Orange along with his Rescue partner after becoming seriously dehydrated on a mission in Santa Monica. Formulated as an effervescent tablet which dissolves completely in any clean water source, Tactical Orange quickly delivers the essential vitamins and minerals that replenish and rebalance lost electrolytes, while providing the energy boost and nutrition for peak performance.
Tactical Orange contains no caffeine, no sugar and eliminates the dreaded "energy drink caffeine crash." Tactical Orange comes in a light, compact, waterproof tube containing 10 tablets--enough for a one and a quarter gallons of water. The tablets are currently available from the Tactical Orange website.
