What's the difference between original CarboRocket and CR333?
Calories. Well, mostly calories. Original CarboRocket has 110 calories per serving and works great for shorter races and training sessions or when you want to add additional calories in the form of gels, bars, food, etc. If you are training and racing for mulitple hours and don't want to mess around with supplementing calories from other sources go with CR333. It was designed to be the only source of calories you need for mulitple hours of racing and training, no need to supplement with other sources.
Why No Protein?
This is the #1question I get about CarboRocket and CR333. The biggest reason is that protein can be difficult to digest and causes gastro intestinal issues with most people when consumed during training and racing. It can also be hard to choke down and you won't hydrate properly if you can't drink something during a race. Save the protein drink for afterwards. Protien in your sports drink is based on old, de-bunked research. That being said, CarboRocket contains 1,000 mg of the amino acid L-Glutamine per serving which is one of the most important components of protein and one of the main reasons you would want protein in a sports drink to begin with. CR333 adds 3000 mg of BCAA's and additional L-Glutamine per serving. The benefits of protein without the drawbacks.
How should I use CarboRocket?
I like to use 3 scoops in a small (20 oz.) water bottle and 3-4 scoops in a large (24 oz.) water bottle. I drink about 1 water bottle per hour of exercise depending on heat and intensity. Sometimes I will drink a bottle one hour before a race as well to make sure my body is hydrated and has the electrolytes and minerals necessary to keep from bonking and cramping.
Why is CarboRocket so easy to drink compared to other sports drinks?
We use the very best most expensive natural flavorings available and really dial back the sweetness. No other drink goes down as smoothly and easily as CarboRocket. After hours of racing or training you still want to drink it and that makes all the difference in the world.
Why is the 2:1 ratio important?
The latest research indicates that a 2:1 ratio of Maltodextrin to Fructose provides the most sustained energy during extended periods of exercise. Your body can process more calories per hour without GI distress from this combination of carbohydrates than from a stand alone carbohydrate source. No other carbohydrate source or combination of sources provides longer lasting fuel for your endeavors.