Snacks to Keep You Energized During Long Bike Rides

These warm summer days inspire us to go on long hikes, explore hidden gems of the province and to gear up in order to have everything one might need during a sunny trek. During those rides, it is imperative to stay hydrated, but also to fuel your body. High protein snacks rich in carbohydrates and fats are ideal. Here are some of the best snacks to bring along during your next bike ride. 

-Fruits

We prefer fruits that are easy to carry and are rich in carbohydrates such as apples or bananas. Fruits are light enough to keep you energized during your bike ride. 

-Slices of bread

Another source of carbohydrates that should not be overlooked. Even better when paired with cheese to obtain a portion of proteins and lipids.

-Muffins

There’s nothing easier than making your favourite muffins more nutritious by adding protein powder. If you’re not a fan of the latter, nuts and oatmeal are a good alternative in making your snack high in protein. 

-Smoothie

Like muffins, protein powder helps make your high-carb smoothies more nutritious in proteins. On a hot summer day, smoothies will quench your thirst whilst giving you energy to keep on riding. 

-A bag of mixed nuts

Nuts are rich in fat and protein and provide many other nutritional benefits.

For those who are active and wish to push the limit and achieve their goals, Cycle Néron offers energy snacks that will nourish your body to give your all during your training. You can then refuel up even when your body feels tired after a long ride. Here are some of our signature products: 

-Energy bars

They come in handy when your body feels tired. Ideal for endurance training, these bars will help muscle recovery and give you the little needed boost to stay energized. You can find our Clif bars online or in-store. 

-Protein bars

Perfect to snack after a training session in order to regain strength. The brand Xact is available in several flavours in-store. 

-Energy gel

Easy to consume and transport, the rapid intake of carbohydrates gives energy and avoids pauses when eating a snack. It is recommended to drink water with your gel to avoid any discomfort. We carry several kinds of gels, including Clif and Reboost brands to name a few.

-Other noteworthy energy products

Honey Stinger comes to mind as it offers other products such as gummies that contain a high carbohydrate source or thin wafer. The latter are perfect after a bike ride. 

As mentioned above, hydration is key when venturing on the bike path. Dehydration affects performance and weakens your endurance. It is important to drink enough water before physical exertion, but more so during your long rides. One simple trick to ensure you’re on top of your game is to add electrolytes to your water bottle. Whether it comes in powder or tablet form, we do offer a wide selection of branded products including Skratch and Nuun.

We hope these recommendations will help achieve your goals and keep you energized on your next ride!