Highly aerobic activities, such as backcountry skiing, can be quite sweaty affairs. To replace lost electrolytes and prevent cramping, Nuun created their Sport Tablets. Simple and easy to use, simply pop a tablet in 16oz of water, wait a few minutes, and then enjoy a tasty effervescent drink. With an optimal blend of electrolytes and a hint of sugar backed by research, these tablet..
$7.45
The Tailwind Nutrition Rapid Hydration is designed to, as the name suggests, provide rapid hydration if you are perilously low on electrolytes after some serious sweating. Balancing a smart balance of electrolytes and Vitamin C, water absorption is greater than simply consuming water alone. With a fresh and light taste that doesn't rely on artificial sweeteners, you'll be glad to h..
$1.59
The Carbs Fuel Drink Mix was specially formulated to provide fuel for hardworking backcountry skiers to keep their powder harvesting dreams alive. With 75g of carbs per serving, a balance of simple and complex carbs is used to provide quick and sustained energy. 500mg of sodium helps replenish what you lose during hard, sweaty efforts, while the neutral taste keeps the gag reflex t..
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Hydrogel Technology is kind of a Maurten thing if you know what I mean. Actually, you probably have no idea what we're talking about. Let's start with their drink mix; providing either 160 or 320 calories per package, this stuff will send carbohydrates to your system like Hall of Fame basketball player Karl Malone (aka "The Mailman"...it's a Utah thing). So, how does Hydrogel Techn..
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For prolonged adventures in the backcountry, Tailwind Endurance Fuel is a one-stop solution for electrolytes, calories, and hydration. Replacing valuable electrolytes lost in sweat during prolonged bouts of hard activity, an intelligent mix of calcium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium is present to keep you cramp-free. The blend of carbohydrates is optimized to be absorbed quickly wi..
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Having worked with athletes for many years developing fueling and hydration plans, Precision Fuel knows a thing about smart hydration. The culmination of this knowledge comes full force with the Carb & Electrolyte Drink Mix, which provides electrolytes, carbs, and sodium in a very palatable, neutral flavor profile. From hard pushes on the skin track, spring mountaineering missi..
$24.95
Designed to keep the gag reflex to a minimum while providing long-lasting energy that is easy on the stomach, the Energy Drink Mix from Naak will fuel your most significant ski objectives. The added protein helps reduce muscle fatigue, while BCAAs encourage ample glycogen reserves. For sweaty efforts, electrolytes have been added to keep cramping to a minimum while carbohydrates pr..
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The smartly named Tailwind Nutrition Recovery Mix is designed to aid in recovery. It provides carbs, electrolytes, and complete protein to help rebuild tired and broken-down muscles by giving your body what it needs to feel better sooner. Even better, this tasty mix is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and soy-free, so most dietary preferences are accommodated. Recover bette..
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We all hate some flavors: perhaps for you, it's coconut, cilantro, or dill. Not to worry if your palette is sensitive, Maurten's Gel just happens to be flavorless. Created for anyone who wants to perform at their best, these flavorless wonders are next level - packing some scientific revelations from Hydrogel Technology. This walk-on-water nutritional equivalent has carbohydrates t..
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Featuring an intelligent 2:1 formulation of maltodextrin (glucose) to fructose, the Neversecond Energy Gels are designed to keep your internal engine running strong so you can perform to your potential. With 30g of carbohydrates that are quick to absorb, you'll quickly get the energy you need while GI issues are kept to a minimum. The thin consistency is easy to ingest, with or wit..
$3.50
With gut-friendly ingredients and a mixture that gives working bodies what they want, Carbs Fuel Original Gels are about as simple and optimal for exercise as one could hope for. With 200 calories per gel and 50g of a 2:1 ratio of glucose to fructose, these provide a welcome bump of nutrition during hard, prolonged efforts. The subtle citrus taste is easy to stomach and refreshing,..
$2.00
Taking a note from nature and using simple, real food makes for top-notch performance nutrition. Spring Energy focuses on using 100% natural ingredients throughout its lineup of gels and other nutrition products. No lab-grown experiments were run to replicate food. The Gel ingredients list harnesses the power of specific foods to match the needs of endurance athletes. Because of th..
$4.20
With a plethora of scientific information available for backcountry fueling, there is little need to reinvent the nutritional wheel. As such, the PF Gels from Precision Fuel utilize a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio, allowing for easy consumption and equally easy digestion. With non or caffeinated options, 30 grams of carbs, and 120 calories, you can head out for backcountry laps wit..
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We've all been there. You are 8k into a proposed 10K day and you can't bear the thought of choking down yet another energy gel. With 200 calories, an interesting texture, and sweet or savory options, the Naak Energy Purees may be the ticket to get across the finish line while keeping the contents of your stomach where they belong. The convenient twist-top screws on and off so you c..
$3.95
Whether you're doing a dawn patrol or planning a big day in the mountains, take the guesswork out of breakfast and give yourself a leg (ski) up with the Spring Energy Endurance Meal. Billed as a meal for endurance athletes, the Endurance Fuel is a calorie-dense meal purposefully designed to provide healthy fuel deep in the backcountry. It will boost your performance without causing..
$7.80
Sometimes you eat the bar...and only good things happen! Maurten's Solid nutrition bar will make sure the bar doesn't eat you out there on the skin track. Packed with calories and carbohydrates, this low-fiber mixture will fuel the body and keep your tummy as happy as a moth in a chandelier shop. As always, Maurten has set out to create a simple product that yields incredible resul..
$3.00
Giving your body enough fuel on an epic day out doesn't need to be overly complicated, which is why Naak created their Ultra Energy Bars. The 4:1 carb-to-protein ratio is easy on the stomach and provides optimal energy for prolonged efforts, The added electrolytes are sure to be welcome for sweatier folks who need to keep their bodies running optimally. With delicious flavors to ch..
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With its delectable taste, soft texture, and scientifically informed formula of nutrients, the AMACX Energy Nougat will add some extra "oomph" to a big day out. Sporting 32g of a fast-hitting carbohydrate blend, you'll be able to quickly get some energy during hard pushes on the skin track. No protein, fat, or fiber keeps gut issues to a minimum, keeping you and your partner's olfa..
$2.75
Seeking to provide sustainable and nutritious energy, Odd Balls Organic Mushroom Energy Balls are the perfect alternative for those tired of choking down artificial-tasting energy gels while deep in the pain cave. At the base of these delicious balls are Cordyceps and Lions Mane mushrooms, which help to decrease tiredness, increase mental clarity, and help with immunity. To sweeten..
$23.49
The C30 Fuel Bars from Neversecond are designed to deliver 30g of fast-acting carbohydrates when and where you need it most. The 2:1 maltodextrin-to-fructose blend allows for easy and quick uptake, while low amounts of fiber, protein, and fat keep gastrointestinal issues to a minimum. Much to the delite of those touring in cold locales, the C30 Fuel Bars are designed to stay softer..
$3.50
Being made of 51% fruit, an optimal 2:1 blend of glucose-to-fructose, and a refreshing and real taste, the AMACX Energy Fruit Chew is a unique bar perfectly suited for big missions in the mountains. The 30g blend of carbohydrates is purposefully blended for quick absorption, helping you fuel that next big push. No protein, fiber, or fat keeps gastrointestinal distress down while th..
$2.75
Tired of barely palatable energy "chews," Precision Fuel decided to take matters into their own hands and made the almost too delectable PF 30 Chews. With two delicious flavors to choose from, you'll be treated to a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio, allowing for easy digestion and quick energy. Providing simple calories with no artificial ingredients, the Precision Energy PF 30 Chews ..
$2.50
Mmmmmmm, waffles. When you are deep in the aerobic pain cave and want a delicious and replenishing snack, the Naak Energy Waffles make a tantalizing choice. Being plant-based with minimal genetically modified ingredients, Naak made an extra effort to ensure these keep GI distress to a minimum. Balancing carbs and protein, these energy waffles come with all the energy, and none of t..
$1.95
Mirroring the composition of sweat closely, SaltStick FastChews is a quick and easy way to replenish what you've lost during bouts of intense exercise (like skinning), helping keep you cramp-free and performing your best. Getting to work after just a few minutes of ingestion, these act fast so you can get back at it. With its mix of sodium and other electrolytes, these FastChews he..
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When you sweat, you lose electrolytes. With this simple fact in mind, Saltstick created its Capsules. To replace vital electrolytes lost during hard bouts of exercise, simply take 1 capsule every 30-60 minutes of hard exercise. The Race Ready Plus caps have fewer electrolytes and sodium citrate, making them good for repeated use and reducing stomach discomfort. If you are skiing in..
$2.75
The name says it all - literally. Being well insulated, the Race Thermo bottle is made to keep drinks hot or cold while you race around, go into the "pain cave," and come out the other side thirsty. Good thing you have this awesome bottle to help quench your actual thirst despite your insatiable thirst for fast uphills and crazy downhills. Where can I put this bottle you ask? Pair ..
$24.95
The replacement filter for the Katadyn BeFree filtration bottle. Good for up to 1000 liters on average (may vary depending on sediment levels), this filter removes 99.9% of protozoa and 99.9999% of bacteria. To clean it, just shake, swish, swoosh, dip, or backflush with some clean water and you're good to go. Screw on, screw off, and screw being limited by the amount of water you c..
$26.95
Holy filtration! Katadyn just upped the ante for freedom of movement in the mountains with virtually unlimited water. With careful planning, this might be the only water you carry during an ultralight spring mission. It could also complement and slow the consumption of a bladder. Bring a bottle as backup on short day hikes. Use it for traveling in foreign countries. Give one to peo..
$44.95
Soft Flasks are a nice hydration option since they get smaller the more you drink!! CAMP’s version, aka the Soft Flask CAMP (SFC), comes in a range of sizes to suit all of your hydration needs. The 150ml and 300ml flasks are good for gel, which is much easier to consume when mixed with water and put in a flask, as well as for shorter tours where you don't need as much water. The 60..
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If you've already solved your bottle holding issues, you might be in the market for a spare water bottle. The CAMP Action Bottles dispense water through either a drinking tube (118 grams) or a spout (98 grams). The drinking tube is nice for days where it's not too cold (it can freeze) as you can take a sip without pulling the bottle out of the holder. The spout is a standard pull-o..
$14.95
Keeping warm things warm and cool things cool, the Ski Trab Insulated Bottle promises to deliver 500ml of liquid goodness when you need it most. For cold tours, fill this with a lukewarm "pick me up" that will provide enough dopamine to squeeze out an extra lap on an epic day. For warm days, fill this with a cool electrolyte drink to replenish what was lost. Knowing that hydration ..
$25.90
With good reason soft flasks have been increasing in popularity. If you haven’t already tasted the Kool-Aid, let us enlighten you. When fully loaded with water, soft flasks maintain their shape just like a hard bottle. After a few sips, however, the contents won’t slosh around; instead it’s a quiet and air-tight blob that conforms to your body and moves with you. When it’s empty, t..
$22.95
The HydraPak Stow is a convenient and simple backcountry hydrating solution. The flexible and compressible material allows the Stow to be neatly…stowed in a chest pocket, allowing it to be close at hand when thirst strikes. The easy-open cap guards the leakproof nozzle, eliminating any risk of leaking, which is especially welcome in sub-zero temperatures. Unlike its hard bottle bre..
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HydraPak has been building flexible hydration since 2001. In that time they have refined and developed performance solutions. HydraPack has now created the next revolution with the UtlraFlask Speed. Designed with a compressible, flexible material that will fit most touring and race packs, the shrink-as-you-drink design will keep your shoulder strap bulk to a minimum, collapsing dow..
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Maurten offers their tried and true, classic squeeze bottle for your refueling and hydration needs. Comes in 500ml and 750ml options. Use the bottle to combine water with any of their drink mixes and get in on the Maurten Hydrogel Technology train!..
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Unless your local skin track is equipped with water fountains every mile you’re going to need to bring water on your run to stave off dehydration. The Dynafit Flask shrinks as you sip, so not only does it get more portable as you go, it also minimizes the sloshing you get with regular water bottles. They also make for easy warm storage in your jacket for really cold days. BPA/PVC f..
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Having easy-to-access hydration is a surefire way to avoid getting dehydrated and the mood swings that come with it. Not a fan of grumpiness, ARVA created the Flask Holder. This is the perfect solution for any pack lacking a flask sleeve on the shoulder strap. All it requires is a horizontal webbing strap to hang from while a velcro strap easily and securely keeps it from bouncing ..
$19.95
CAMP Bottle Holders are perfect for attaching to your backpack straps and having hydration right in front of you at all times. Designed to attach to just about any pack with a chest strap or horizontal loop, the holder will alleviate the need to take on and off your rig just to get to some water or energy drink. The bottle holders weigh just 32 grams (1.1 ounces) and include a bung..
$19.95
Once again acting as the glue between your pack and hydration, CAMP now offers to hold your soft flasks. These elastic mesh holders attach to your pack with Velcro and hold your fuel. Simply point at your fuel-hole, and squeeze.
*Does not include soft flask..
$21.95