Following a preview at COREbike, TORQ has introduced its new 1:1 PROTO range to the cycling market, with initial stock available exclusively through ZyroFisher.
Elite cyclists and triathletes have been fuelling at up to 90g carbohydrate per hour, using a 2:1 glucose-fructose formulation, because science supported that this was optimal for peak performance. But science evolves, and TORQ’s new 1:1 PROTO range allows these athletes to take their performance to the next level, enabling fuelling at 120g+ carbohydrate per hour.
This breakthrough comes courtesy of TORQ’s new 1:1 glucose-fructose carbohydrate formulation. TORQ’s standard 30g 2:1 formulation, found in their existing Gels, Bars, Jellies and Energy Drink, peaks at 90g/hr. For the majority of riders, this is optimal, but the new 1:1 PROTO range of 3 x Energy Gels and 3 x Energy drinks, all contain 40g per serving.
This enables a smooth transition from 90g/hr to 120g in 10g increments, without overloading the glucose transporter in the gut. This greatly assists the gut-training process for those unfamiliar with consuming higher carbohydrate volumes, while minimising possible gut distress.
Equally smooth are the new products’ textures, thanks to the additional fructose. This has lowered the viscosity for an even lighter mouth-feel and faster consumption when riding hard.
The new range is built using familiar flavours and includes TORQ’s Naked Flavourless version in both the Gels and Energy Drink, following feedback and requests from TORQ-supported Ambassadors and the riders of the O’Shea RedChilli Continental Racing Team.
ZyroFisher are taking pre-orders for TORQ’s new range now, with delivery expected in early April. Please speak to your Account Manager or email salesteam@zyrofisher.co.uk for further details.
