Clif Shot Bloks Energy Chews (Box of 18)

Much easier for me to handle and eat. Tastes great and a nice boost as well. Highly recommended them.

I buy Clif Shot Bloks by the box from Western Bikeworks, always choosing the Black Cherry flavor due to its caffeine content. A single block from a sleeve goes a long way toward delivering energy to my legs quickly. I've found Shot Bloks are the answer for rides with hill climbs like the Courage Classic I just completed in Colorado that features a day with an 80-mile route with five mountain passes, including the Vail Pass. After fussing with energizer liquids in hard-to-open packages, I'm sold on the Shot Bloks and how easy they are to carry and consume while riding.

This is tailored for a semi quick chew. Yes you do have to chew each block thoroughly but in the name of not getting sticky gu all over the place, this serves the ticket nicely.

If you are a 'Foodie', Clif might not be the right brand for you (they are used to carrying a limited palette). I have noticed that I'm not getting tired of this particular product. Very quickly Clif Bars would carry the same taste (despite the various flavour options). Clif Bloks are not quite the same.

CAUTION to the winds, when they say a flavour contains caffeine, they mean it! Maybe if you live on that particular drug, it will not bother you.

BOTTOM LINE a great way to consume 100 to 200 simple kcals without adding salt (a half or full pack). They should be consumed with water (chew, chew and chew some more Then have some water see directions). REI and other vendors sells them individually so please dont feel the need to buy 18 at once.

Caffeine helps throughout workouts and post workout

I've tried a lot of different brands, and these work well for me.

I've decided that caffeine helps my long long rides. I've learned not to chew them so they last a long time. This sustained low amount of sugar and caffeine seems to help me get over the top of hills. Not all flavors have caffeine added.

for Ultra running, these are (1) easy to open on the run, (2) nicely portionedeasy to dispenseconsume wo stopping, & (3) tasty and super satisfying.

Easy to use and tolerate of all conditions, hot, cold, wet or sunny.

Western bike works is so far the only place that I can get margarita flavored bloks. I set them to notify me when they were back in stock, and ordered them immediately.

For when you need a little pick me up, the flavor could be more robust tho, easy to carry and dispense out of package.

I once tried a sticky mess gel from another brand and Ciif blocks are the way to go.

Gatorade blocks are a pain to deal with while pedaling, you end up smashing them, they don't slide out of the package.

Im a big fan of Clif bars and Blocks

I sweat a lot during rides and have a tendency to cramp, but the Shot Bloks really help me avoid cramping. I prefer the Shots with caffeine to give me that extra boost.

These energy gels taste great and do a good job on long rides. I like the boost from the caffeine...especially on windy rides when I need more energy. Before my ride I open the sleeve and tuck in my jersey pocket for easy access. Overall I am pleased with this product...for both taste and performance.

Clif bloks are my favorite ride snack. Easy to eat, tasty, and a little boost of caffeine in some flavors. The cherry can taste a bit like cough syrup but that's okay. I highly chipmunking one at the start of a race.

Quick, light and easy to carry on the bike. I like the cherry with a bit of caffeine and also like that they come in smaller portions. They can stick to teeth but a bit of water after the fact helps.

No melted chocolate. No messy Gel. No hard package to open. Pop them easily wo having to eat the entire package. Don't need much liquid to chew.

AND BY THE WAY... they are tremendous for energy and resisting cramps. A near KOM after 70 miles in 101 heat. Now all I need is a decent drink mix.

Great stuff.

These are the perfect way to a get a nice kick to your system but without the mess of Gu / Gel products.

Warning to the wise! These are basically pure sugar and although it feels great to get the rush, if you are not consuming fats or protein, it is quite possible to crash hard from the sugar high. I will mix and match (some nuts, energy bar) while doping on the sugar.

User friendly tip! Open the bag from the bottom end (if you tear off the corner, you will have a small hole to pop out a block, Ignore the direction arrow to 'open here'). I figure 4 blocks (4/6 of a pack) will last me for 2 hrs so I put aside the 2 blocks (2/6 of a pack) for another ride. If I really need 6/6 of a pack then I expect to consume other non sugar forms of energy or the ride is super short.

My husband I and use these all the time for quick energy for tired legs. Easy to carry and eat without any mess.

Amazing boost to the legs...always use them on rides greater than 30 miles

Takes time to unwrap package, then chew. Tasty flavors. Works ok compared to Gu which I feel has faster absorption. Packaging is non sticky and easy to dispose of.

Dreading that 3K foot climb out of the canyon half-way through your ride . . . plan ahead with a few Shot Bloks. Perfect blend of sugar & caffeine to get you to the top. Easy to chew and wash down with a swig of water. But do moderate your dose, these pack a punch.