power gels

why does italy not have any?

with the number of cyclists that ride in these parts i am very surprised that the large super markets don't carry any kind of, sports related, nutritional supplements. one can barely find gatorade in the supermarkets (not joking - less then one shelf is given). my gym has an assortment of protein drinks and bars, but nothing that comes close to any kind of goo packet or anything that would be digestible mid-run.

other then the heat, this is one factor that definitely makes those runs over an hour and half harder (yes, even with my stupid fucking fuel belt filled to the brim with gatorade). this will be one of the welcome changes coming with my return to the us.

yes. power gels really are that important.