Marginal Masters Off-Road

DIY Endurance Hydration Mix Purpose A low-flavor, gut-friendly hydration mix to pair with high-carb fueling (e.g., gels). Designed to enhance fluid absorption and gut tolerance, using sodium, potassium, and small amounts of fast-absorbing carbohydrates. Base Formula (Per 750mL Bottle) Electrolytes Ingredient Amount (g) Function Sodium Citrate 7.5g Provides ~750mg sodium Potassium Chloride 0.5g Provides ~260mg potassium Carbohydrates Ingredient Amount (g) Function Maltodextri...

DIY Endurance Energy Gel (100g Carbs, 2:1 Glucose:Fructose) Purpose A high-carbohydrate gel for use during endurance rides and races, optimized for rapid absorption with minimal GI stress. Designed to pair with a separate hydration mix that supplies electrolytes. Yield Total Volume: ~120mL Total Carbohydrates: 100g (66g glucose-based, 33g fructose) Glucose:Fructose Ratio: 2:1 (ideal for maximal carbohydrate uptake) Ingredients (Per Pouch / 100g Carbs) Carbohydrates Ingredient Amount...

Marginal Masters Off-Road: Faster than average. Slower than dreams. Why "Marginal Masters Off-Road"? Firstly, it's about fun. But... a lot of aspects, from training to bike builds and fueling, as an age group off-road racer, is about chasing small, cumulative gains. As a masters racer, I’m not pretending to be elite — but I’m also not training to pfaff around at the back. I’m trying to be as fast and efficient as I can, with the gear I can afford, and the time I can find... and there will be sp...