Energy & recovery gels

Good vegan alternative to solid bars and gels that are easy on the stomach with a subtle yet enjoyable taste

Smooth consistency and ideal for those without a sweet tooth

Great tasting chew option for on-the-bike nutrition – but in a hard-to-handle package

Good, basic energy gel from a brand whose excellent sustainability credentials add value

Great gel for long rides, environmentally-friendly packaging, not so ideal for hectic races

Good levels of carbs and electrolytes to keep you both hydrated and energised

High carb, subtle tasting energy gels that are very easy to get down

Energy-dense gels for maximising performance

Simple and effective way to get a quick shot of caffeine, on or off the bike

Comfortable on the stomach, good range of flavours, and competitively priced

A light, pre-event dose of slow release energy in a convenient, easy-to-consume form

Very easy to swallow and gentle on the stomach

Offers a decent punch of carbs and caffeine without upsetting the stomach

Seems like a very powerful product if taken the 'correct' way, but when used as any other gel doesn't offer much extra

Handy pouches of slow-release energy from real food, but the flavours won't be for everyone

Great tasting chews with excellent fuelling power, but the packaging is a letdown

Pleasant flavour and caffeine boost make this an ideal late-ride emergency kick

A tasty sweet delivering fast energy, but they aren't that easy to get out of the packet and are quite pricey

An excellent and novel idea if you like to custom pick or vary your cycling nutrition

Palatable flavours and impressive energy delivery make these gels, for me, a jersey pocket must

An expensive gel, but one that wakes you up mentally and provides heaps of energy

A useful and easy way to start your post-ride recovery

A simple gel with the major performance boxes ticked, at a great price point. Why wouldn't you?

These gels can really hit the spot out on the road – but take time to get used to them

An easy to open gel that tastes pretty good and is easy on the digestion