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Review by VitoExcellent quick energy supplement. by VitoColoradoQuick and easy to use. Stores well. Acts almost immediately. Affordable.
Reviewed 8/25/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Vito was helpful/No, review by Vito was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Quick and easy to use. Stores well. Acts almost immediately. Affordable.
Review by LawrenceThe best gelby LawrencePortland2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Hammer gel has real flavors. It gives me steady energy rather than the sugar spike followed by a crash that I get from some gels. My favorite is raspberry - real fruit and not too sweet. If you want caffeine, the espresso flavor has a lot, along with serious coffee flavor.
A few months ago, Hammer thinned out their gels, making them easier to use. They increased the size of the bottles to keep the same weight of the contents. Since Hammer changed the consistency, the gels flow much better from the little bottles-even in the cold. I really enjoy using the Hammer gel bottles now. Less waste and lower cost than individual gels. Also, I find the gel bottle easier to use than single gel packs- and I don't get the gel all over my fingers.
Reviewed 12/29/2016Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Lawrence was helpful/No, review by Lawrence was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Hammer gel has real flavors. It gives me steady energy rather than the sugar spike followed by a crash that I get from some gels. My favorite is raspberry - real fruit and not too sweet. If you want caffeine, the espresso flavor has a lot, along with serious coffee flavor.
A few months ago, Hammer thinned out their gels, making them easier to use. They increased the size of the bottles to keep the same weight of the contents. Since Hammer changed the consistency, the gels flow much better from the little bottles-even in the cold. I really enjoy using the Hammer gel bottles now. Less waste and lower cost than individual gels. Also, I find the gel bottle easier to use than single gel packs- and I don't get the gel all over my fingers.
Review by Old guyGreat gel, great serviceby Old guyoregonI think hammer gel is very effective, helps me keep going on longer rides. Over 70, so I need a boost now and then. Westernbikeworks always provides dependable service!
Reviewed 11/27/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Old guy was helpful/No, review by Old guy was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I think hammer gel is very effective, helps me keep going on longer rides. Over 70, so I need a boost now and then. Westernbikeworks always provides dependable service!
Review by AnonymousGreat to keep you going.by AnonymousCasual CyclistBakersfield, CAHave been using Hammer for almost a year now. Just started using the larger size for convenience. Really like the way hammer gives me that little extra in addition to my normal energy food intake.
Reviewed 1/23/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Have been using Hammer for almost a year now. Just started using the larger size for convenience. Really like the way hammer gives me that little extra in addition to my normal energy food intake.
Review by AnonymousWorks well for me. I get a boost of energy with every shot.by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastSF Bay AreaI use it mountain biking for a burst of energy just before steep climbs or late in a ride when feeling fatigued
Reviewed 5/26/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use it mountain biking for a burst of energy just before steep climbs or late in a ride when feeling fatigued
Review by sc540iNo recommended - not easy to useby sc540i0 of 17 customers found this review helpful.cant carry on your rides due to the bulk size. I give 2 star from usability perspectives. Back to single use GU packages.
Reviewed 6/4/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by sc540i was helpful/No, review by sc540i was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
cant carry on your rides due to the bulk size. I give 2 star from usability perspectives. Back to single use GU packages.
Review by JAMKeeps me from bonking!by JAMCycling EnthusiastNiskayuna, NY1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I have used Hammer Gel for a long time. It's super simple to use with a Gel Flask and provides instant energy. And, no fussing with a foil packet, getting my fingers sticky, or worrying about disposal. Has saved me from bonking more times than I can count. Highly recommended.
Reviewed 5/15/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JAM was helpful/No, review by JAM was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have used Hammer Gel for a long time. It's super simple to use with a Gel Flask and provides instant energy. And, no fussing with a foil packet, getting my fingers sticky, or worrying about disposal. Has saved me from bonking more times than I can count. Highly recommended.
Review by JAMeyers22Hammer Gel has saved me from bonking!!by JAMeyers22Cycling EnthusiastSchenetady, NYI love Hammer Gel. It has save me (and my wife) from bonking on many rides. I also like the flask system - I find it so much easier to use versus the individual foil packets. And, you don't have to worry about packing the used up sticky packets (or littering with them). Love this product!!
Reviewed 7/7/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JAMeyers22 was helpful/No, review by JAMeyers22 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I love Hammer Gel. It has save me (and my wife) from bonking on many rides. I also like the flask system - I find it so much easier to use versus the individual foil packets. And, you don't have to worry about packing the used up sticky packets (or littering with them). Love this product!!
Review by jgobluGreat taste, easy on my stomach, so much better than anything else I've usedby jgobluCycling EnthusiastWest MichiganI use this for all types of rides in all types of terrains on all types of bikes. Just a great product
Reviewed 11/7/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by jgoblu was helpful/No, review by jgoblu was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use this for all types of rides in all types of terrains on all types of bikes. Just a great product
Review by AnonymousGreat energy gel. by AnonymousPortland, ORI have been using Hammer gel for years. I premix 75% gel and 25% water and it works great.
Reviewed 9/16/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have been using Hammer gel for years. I premix 75% gel and 25% water and it works great.
Review by Norcal RobHammerGel gives you an energy boost by Norcal RobCycling EnthusiastAny SF Bay Area trailMountain biker. I use Hammer Gel when I need a boost of energy before a big climb on the bike. I actually feel the boost!
Reviewed 5/17/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Norcal Rob was helpful/No, review by Norcal Rob was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Mountain biker. I use Hammer Gel when I need a boost of energy before a big climb on the bike. I actually feel the boost!
Review by Medford roadieThrifty and nutritiousby Medford roadieSo. Oregon roadieJust the ticket for those long days in the saddle. Prevent bonking without stopping to eat!
Reviewed 1/18/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Medford roadie was helpful/No, review by Medford roadie was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Just the ticket for those long days in the saddle. Prevent bonking without stopping to eat!
Review by SoxfanProvides the nutrition and energy you're looking for and the great taste is a bonus!by SoxfanCycling EnthusiastReno, NvOn a three hour ride I fill up 3 small bottles for my jersey pockets and use every 30 minutes. After trying many other brands I hit the jackpot with
Hammer Gel. I highly recommend this product to other cyclists.
Reviewed 3/13/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Soxfan was helpful/No, review by Soxfan was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
On a three hour ride I fill up 3 small bottles for my jersey pockets and use every 30 minutes. After trying many other brands I hit the jackpot with
Hammer Gel. I highly recommend this product to other cyclists.
Review by AnonymousBest fuel on the market!by AnonymousCompetitive RacerI've used bars, other gels, and regular foods. None compares to the nutrition I get from Hammer Gel. I take a single squeeze once an hour and I can ride all day long. In fact it kept me fueled on a 9-hour, 170 mile ride from Boston to Millbrook, NY!
Reviewed 8/28/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I've used bars, other gels, and regular foods. None compares to the nutrition I get from Hammer Gel. I take a single squeeze once an hour and I can ride all day long. In fact it kept me fueled on a 9-hour, 170 mile ride from Boston to Millbrook, NY!
Review by LarryBest way to gelby LarrySanta CruzI use this large container to fill a squeeze bottle...Now I never have that sticky gel pack wrapper to carry...It's also far less expensive
Reviewed 1/27/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Larry was helpful/No, review by Larry was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I use this large container to fill a squeeze bottle...Now I never have that sticky gel pack wrapper to carry...It's also far less expensive
Review by AnonymousGreat Energy Boostby AnonymousGreat taste, great energy boost. The refill bottle is great to use with a flask, and less waste, less chance of polluting the environment.
Reviewed 6/2/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great taste, great energy boost. The refill bottle is great to use with a flask, and less waste, less chance of polluting the environment.
Review by AnonymousI'm gellin!by AnonymousCompetitive RacerPortlandTastiest product for what it is. A quick boost of energy prior or during a race.
Reviewed 11/25/2014Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Tastiest product for what it is. A quick boost of energy prior or during a race.
Review by [email protected]Great energy at a great price point.Switched to this product and found it hits a little softer than others. Will continue to use it.
Reviewed 5/27/2013Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by [email protected] was helpful/No, review by [email protected] was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Switched to this product and found it hits a little softer than others. Will continue to use it.
Review by peteWhat good is this?by peteCycling EnthusiastPortland, OR2 of 9 customers found this review helpful.I have no problem with the product itself, just the packaging. I assume it is designed to fill a flask to take on a ride. I tried that, but the product is too thick and does not flow out of the flask. You end up with a flask of liquid that is inaccessible on the ride.
Reviewed 12/11/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by pete was helpful/No, review by pete was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have no problem with the product itself, just the packaging. I assume it is designed to fill a flask to take on a ride. I tried that, but the product is too thick and does not flow out of the flask. You end up with a flask of liquid that is inaccessible on the ride.
Review by AnonymousA super easy and economical way to full nutrition needs via energy gels.by AnonymousCompetitive RacerIndianapolis, INI love these jugs... and especially getting them from Western Bike Works. The price per serving keeps me coming back to order them here all the time. During a race event putting the gel in a flask is by far the fastest way to get some fuel... providing minimal time having a hand off the bar and not having to fuss with tearing open a gel pack.
Reviewed 9/14/2012Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I love these jugs... and especially getting them from Western Bike Works. The price per serving keeps me coming back to order them here all the time. During a race event putting the gel in a flask is by far the fastest way to get some fuel... providing minimal time having a hand off the bar and not having to fuss with tearing open a gel pack.