User submitted reviews
Review by Dan S.
One of the GU flavors that I don't seem to get tired of...well, the Espresso one too !!
Review by Aprilfaithful
Snack ,taste good . Just wish not so much . $$$
Review by Anonymous
I use 1 before I ride and 1 mid ride
Review by Fecrown
My favorites all way, gentle with my stomach and good taste
Review by NYrider
I like the taste and especially the caffeine which always helps when you're starting to lag on the ride.
Review by Anonymous
Tastes great and does not upset my belly. Easy to transport.
Review by Grant
These were a deal of the day item and were at a good price. I bought the Salted Caramel flavor, which is my favorite. They arrived timely and with no issues so I am happy with my purchase and will be purchasing again.
Review by Marquis
Great price and good for long rides
Review by Anonymous
it provides some energy for long distance ride
Review by AndreBertin
I use GU Energy Gels about fifteen minutes before I start the ride. They taste good and help get me in the mindset to get a great ride in. During my ride I usually have a second and sometimes a third gel when I know there are climbs coming.
My only complaint is they are tough to get open and once opened its tough to get the gel out of the packaging. This said, GU should make the packaging with detents at the opening, so that the foil rips open easier. Once open, the opened neck should be made to handle more gel volume so that's its not so hard to get the product out.
Because of the effort required to open and consume, I normally use them when I'm coasting or stopped. I have other energy products that I use when I'm keeping up a pace.
Review by Mollie
GU is perfect for me. The chcoclate flavor is very good - my favorite - and the expresso is great since it has 2x the caffeine (which I like on race day). Very good prior to and during running, biking, or other workouts.
Review by Anonymous
GU is great for quick energy, the espresso favor is a favorite that always goes down easily hot or cold!
Review by SBR4PWR
I use Gu before my early morning tempo runs as a quick source of fuel. I also use them on my long runs. I like the consisteny of Gu better than all other competitors and it seems to give me the best boost of energy.
Review by B
It doesn�t matter how well I eat or how hydrated I am, I�m exhausted after work and the commute home is sometimes awful. If I use Gu and a little bit of water and/or coffee I�m generally able to power through. It�s not a guarantee, but I feel much better climbing hills after being on my feet all day.
Review by Anonymous
As the title indicates I am that lone cyclist who never drinks coffee so, when I'm lagging on the bike, popping one of these provides the necessary physiological (psychological?) boost.
Review by Anonymous
I like to get a verity of brands and flavors for my gels to keep things interesting. My latest purchase was the GU mint chocolate. This flavor has a thinner texture than the other GU's. It was great! For very long rides it gets hard to put down some of the thicker GU's, but I can always put down mint chocolate. I like the easy removal tab on GU gels, though it can be tedious to properly dispose of it. The Clif gels have the leash for the tab, though it usually creates another opening.
Review by flbikerider
I use a variety of different flavors. This new Lemon flavor is one of my favorites. I will reorder this one as long as it is offered. If you like a non-tart lemon flavor you should give this one a try.
Review by Anonymous
Great tasting! Just what you need for those long rides.
Review by Gale
On long rides, GU energy gels help me to maintain energy and prevent after ride cramping
Review by Anonymous
Compact in size and a great energy booster!