Ultra Gel

An Ultra Unit is a unit of measurement that exactly 45g carbohydrates contains in a 1:1 carbohydrate ratio. The Ultra Unit ensures uniformity within our 6d Ultra Series, making it easy to supplement individual energy needs during exercise.

1 Ultra Unit 45g Carbohydrates 1:1 Carbohydrate Ratio
2 Ultra Units 90g Carbohydrates 1:1 Carbohydrate Ratio

Carbohydrate intakes of ultra-endurance athletes are increasingly reaching up to 120g per hour, which is higher than the usual 90g. It is obvious that such high intakes are more difficult to achieve with only our Sports Series, as each Sports Unit contains only 30g carbohydrates.

Our Ultra Unit, on the other hand, contains exactly 45g carbohydrates, allowing endurance athletes to easily and precisely achieve carbohydrate intakes of 90g per hour, and even 120g per hour in combination with the Sports Unit.

3 Sports Units = 90g carbohydrates / hour

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*Sports Cake can be replaced by Sports Bar, Sports Nougat, or Sports Chew.

2 Ultra Units = 90g carbohydrates / hour

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2 Ultra Units + 1 Sports Unit = 120g carbohydrates / hour

3 Sports Units = 90g carbohydrates / hour

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*Sports Cake can be replaced by Sports Bar, Sports Nougat, or Sports Chew.

During exercise, glucose absorption from the intestine into the bloodstream is limited to approximately 60-70g per hour. Therefore, for carbohydrate intakes above 90g per hour, more fructose is needed for maximum carbohydrate absorption. That's why a ratio with a higher fructose content, such as our 1:1 carbohydrate ratio, in addition to the 2:1 carbohydrate ratio, is essential to offer athletes flexible options. This allows them to choose different amounts and ratios that match their specific goals. For example:

2 Sports Units + 1 Ultra Unit: Results in a total of 105g carbohydrates, of which 62.5g glucose and 42.5g fructose (= 1:0.7 carbohydrate ratio);

1 Sports Unit + 2 Ultra Units: Results in a total of 120g carbohydrates, of which 65g glucose and 55g fructose (= 1:0.8 carbohydrate ratio).

How do you combine glucose and fructose to achieve your desired carbohydrate intake?

Fluids and electrolytes (primarily sodium) are essential for optimal hydration. As you lose more sweat, the need for fluids and electrolytes also increases. That's why our sports drinks contain a mix of electrolytes with 400mg sodium. By using our sports drinks, you automatically replenish the electrolytes you lose during sweating.

Our gels are often used as the sole energy source during exercise, with water providing the necessary hydration. To support hydration, we have added 200mg sodium to our gels. This is not necessary for bars, as they are often used in combination with our sports drinks, which are rich in sodium and electrolytes. However, our bars with "salty" flavors do contain 200mg sodium and are therefore specifically intended for people who lose a lot of salt and thus have a higher need for sodium.

Caffeine improves performance during endurance efforts by stimulating focus and delaying fatigue. The effective dose varies from 150-300mg, depending on body weight. By strategically using our caffeine gels and chews with 75mg of caffeine, you can easily reach and maintain your optimal caffeine dose during long endurance efforts.