Torq Energy Gel

Energy gel based on Torq's 2:1 Maltodextrin:Fructose blend, natural flavours with no artificial sweeteners. Dairy and wheat free, suitable for vegans.

Flavours

Torq energy gel is available in black cherry yoghurt, orange and banana, rhubarb and custard or strawberry yoghurt flavours.

Nutritional Information

Torq Energy Gel Strawberry Yoghurt nutritional information per 45g sachet -

• Energy - 114kcal
• Protein - 0g
• Carbohydrate - 28.8g (9.6g sugars) 
• Fat - 0g
• Fibre - 0.1g

Electrolytes

• Sodium - 50mg
• Chloride - 85.5mg
• Potassium - 11.5mg
• Magnesium - 1mg
• Calcium - 4.5mg

Ingredients

Torq Energy Gel Strawberry Yoghurt - Maltodextrin (43%), water, fructose (21%), citric acid, electrolytes (sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium lactate, magnesium carbonate), natural yoghurt flavour (0.2%), natural strawberry flavour (0.05%), preservative (sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate).

Allergen & Dietary Information

Suitable for vegans

Wheat and dairy free

Press Reviews

This gel has a 2:1 maltodextrin:fructose formulation for 40% greater carbohydrate delivery. Contains electrolytes that should fight cramping. Verdict... Tastes like freshly made rhubard custard with crumble (rhubard and custard flavour tested).

Source - Rocket Fuel Road Tested, Cycling Plus, September 2011

The latest Rhubard and Custard flavour gels from Torq contain 29g of carbohydrate per 45g serving and, as detailed on the packaging, the 'research proven 2:1 ratio of maltodextrin:fructose formulation for 40 per cent greater carbohydrate delivery'. They taste pretty good too, using natural extracts to create a balance of sweet and tart flavours. Other flavours include orange and banana, strawberry yoghurt and black cherry yoghurt.

Source: Cycling Plus, March 2011

A mild dosage of carbs at 28.8g, when mixed with 500ml of water it offers the second highest concentration (5.4%).

Additional thoughts have been placed upon optimising the combination of carbs used by mixing maltodextrins with fructose in an attempt to speed up absorption. But fructose is linked to gastrointestinal discomfort and, although the content is relatively low in this product, a test session before race day is essential.

Also evident are sodium, potassium and magnesium, alongside a little calcium. It has and instantly strong and sour taste, so you definately need water almost instantly with this if you're to avoid it coming back up!

Source: 220 Triathlon Magazine, Go Faster Nutrition: Gels - July 2010

Torq energy gels worked well to boost blood sugar and stave off hunger pangs after an hour and a half of fast-paced cross-country slicing, and gave us the lift we needed to maintain our pace to the finish.

They’re free from artificial flavours, colours and preservatives, they’re wheat- and dairy-free and are suitable for vegans. Verdict - 3.5 Stars.

Source: Bike Radar