Cytomax Cytomax

Price Paid:  $20.00 at chain reaction

Favorite Ride:
portola loop

Summary:
Less acidic that Gatorade - primary taste is glucose. Mixes well.

Strengths:
No acid buildup!

Weaknesses:
Expensive unless on sale.

Similar Products Used:
Gatorade

Price Paid:  $37.00 at Vitamin Shoppe

Favorite Ride:
New England in October

Bike Setup:
2009 Felt Z25

Summary:
I've used Cytomax for a few years - first during 2-3 hour swim practices in college, and then during cycling which I picked up as a hobby over the last 5 years. I find that it's a great product and goes down easier than Gatorade or other sugary sports drinks.

In my opinion, Cytomax is a great option for endurance athletes. It does well to replace electrolytes and extend endurance on long rides/runs/swims. I've also noticed that it helps recovery when paired with a good recovery meal and overall diet.

I drink the Pink Lemonade flavor primarily, and even when mixed stronger than what's recommended on the label, it still has a light consistency and taste, which I actually prefer to a strong sugary taste. I'm not too picky on flavor and instead make choices on what's been most effective.

From my experience, Cytomax has been the best overall sports drink I've ever used.

Strengths:
Taste, consistency, formula, electrolytes, recovery, endurance

Weaknesses:
None

Similar Products Used:
Gatorade, Powerade, Accelerade, Twin Labs Endurance Fuel, Hammer electrolyte products

Price Paid:  $0.00 at Coney Island

Favorite Ride:
Cyclone

Summary:
I've used Cytomax for over a year. Instead of taking protein supplements, I'd rather take carb supplements. Before I ride a bike, run and lift weights this product doesn't "wire-me-out" and it doesn't contain caffeine but 12g of sugars. I am not a "hot-shot" biker or trainer but for me this product is working.....thanks......mitchr

Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
After performing at a high level for a long duration, I find that cytomax gives me the recovery fuel that I need to get back in the saddle and do it all over again the next day. I really enjoy the Lemon flavor and mixed with Patron, it makes a very tasty margarita.

Strengths:
Tastes great, good mixer.

Weaknesses:
A little expensive for my taste.

Price Paid:  $27.00 at Bikeworks

Favorite Ride:
Flagstaff Rd.

Summary:
I personally hate the taste, but it works. I don't feel as tired after long rides and my mouth doesn't get as sticky like when drinking gatorade.

Strengths:
good calories to keep me going, not sticky

Weaknesses:
tastes terrible

Similar Products Used:
Gatorade