In short:The first energy gel to hit the UK shores. Contains high levels of fructose to help provide faster-release energyFlavours: Vanilla / strawberry / lemon / peach / banana / peppermintTypical Ingredients:Enzymatic hydrolysate of maize

experience a drop-off in performance well before this unless carbs are replaced. Lucozade energy gels are a small, lightweight source of carbohydrate which easily fit into a pocket. Robust packaging means the gel won't leak or split on the move. Fast

In short:Concentrated energy gel, with 23g of carbohydrates. Comes in a variety of flavoursFlavours: Banana / citrus / orange / raspberry / summer fruits / Caribbean crush / green apple / chocolateTypical Ingredients:Glucose Syrup (89%w/w), water

stick to the citrus flavours Rob Lyons: IT DOES THE JOB Strengths: They are the best i have used. just about the right size and i can fit two into my key pocket in my running shorts so you don't need one of those silly gel belts. They don't tast too bad

In short:An isotonic gel with mild flavours. The use of maltodextrins and gelling agents mean this is a sustained-release energy gelFlavours: Blackcurrant / orange / tropicalTypical Ingredients:Water, maltodextrin, natural flavours, gelling agents