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windjammer067

12 posts since
Jul 21, 2005

Aug 10, 2006 4:52 PM

suggestions for a good energy bar

I really, really don't like the new bars coated in yogurt and fake chocolate. These seem more like snack candy to me. After a long run, I'm not looking for something sweet to wash down with the drink. I've tried PowerBars of course but find them to be too sticky and something about the texture is a little off.

So, seeking suggestions for a bar that's not well known that might meet my criteria: plain, no coatings, chewy texture, good taste.

Got to get those post run calories in and the bar is just so convenient.

thereshegoes

332 posts since
Jun 15, 2006

1. Dec 26, 2007 3:06 AM

in response to: windjammer067

Try Larabars. They are very simple and very tasty. No coating and all natural ingredients. For instance the Cashew Cookie is made of the following ingredients: dates and cashews. It has 230 calories and 5g of protein.

PS I recall Boulder bars being really great too, but I haven't had one in a long time. I don't even know if they're around anymore.

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windjammer067

12 posts since
Jul 21, 2005

2. Dec 26, 2007 3:06 AM

in response to: windjammer067

The LaraBar sounds like a great tasting bar, but maybe I'm looking for more of a "sports bar" formula. You know with the balance of carbs and protein. As a snack the LaraBar sounds great, but as a training supplement I'm not so sure.

Has anyone tried the Hooah! bar? Never even seen one, but this article rated it high (together with the LaraBar):

http://www.mountainzone.com/gear/blogs/gear_junkie/2006/05/energy-bar-musings-2006.html[/URL" target="_blank">

Funny the writer compares the Hooah bar to the PowerBar as better tasting with a similar texture. That could be a possibility for me.

Other suggestions welcome? I promise to taste test all before reaching a final conclusion

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shamrockfroggie

84 posts since
Mar 30, 2005

3. Aug 10, 2006 5:42 PM

in response to: windjammer067

i love luna and cliff bars and some of them don't have any coating, luna's toasted nuts and cranberry is my personal fave.

Katokat

4 posts since
Aug 8, 2006

4. Aug 10, 2006 6:06 PM

in response to: windjammer067

Yeah: Luna is good (made by Clif). Its lower in fat than many other bars and its carbs don't come in the form of high fructose corn syrup.

Even better, though, is Luna's "Sunrise" line: it has 8g protein (regular Luna has just 5) and also has 29g carb. The flavors are fruit-based too; not chocolate and candy based. Sunrise is new, though, so you might have to look around for it.

Ditto on regular Clif too. It has no coatings at all (which you will find on regular Luna).

Also check out Odwalla bars, too, for no coating, low fat, and a lot of carbs (around 40 grams and 220 calories). Protein is lowish though--at about 3 or 4 grams--but they do manufacture a "Protein" flavor, which may contain a decent amount.

I've never heard of Hooah!.

FatHappyRunner

168 posts since
Sep 22, 2005

5. Aug 10, 2006 6:17 PM

in response to: windjammer067

I got a Hooah bar at a race once. (giveaway) It was decent (chocolate flavored) and was supposedly created at the request of the US Marines. They needed something for their troops while out on long marches and on assignment (I thought body armor would be good but guess not). Anyway, no calorie info (or protein, carbs, fat, etc) from me just because I don't care.

Clif is good.

merigayle

1,586 posts since
Aug 15, 2007

6. Aug 10, 2006 6:53 PM

in response to: windjammer067

I am in love with the Payday protein bars, very candy bar like. Yum.

Serving Size 1 bar (52 g)
Amount Per Serving %DV *
Total Calories 240
Calories from Fat 110
Total Fat 12 g 18%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 5 mg 2%
Sodium 140 mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 19 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2 g 8%
Sugars 13 g
Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A 20%
Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 20%
Iron 4%

Balance trail mix bars are good.

windjammer067

12 posts since
Jul 21, 2005

7. Aug 10, 2006 7:38 PM

in response to: windjammer067

I'm thinking some of these bars are going to be good enough to look forward to.

The PayDay Protein Bar isn't that pretty much a PayDay peanut candy bar? I do love PayDays, but I'm definitely going to search out the Luna Sunrise for the best combo of protein, carbs, and low fat.

This site lists a bunch more and even categorizes them by type: sports, energy, vegan, kosher, uncoated, and more.

http://www.gotbody.com/store/Shop_By_Category___Bars?Args=[/URL" target="_blank">

Any one using energy bars to replenish after long runs?

chele519

363 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

8. Aug 10, 2006 8:13 PM

in response to: windjammer067

I have a Luna Sunrise bar after my morning runs to tide me over until I have breakfast at work. I love the blueberry. I also like the regular Luna bars and the Clif bars. I think the carrot cake is my favorite.

Leezle

89 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

9. Aug 10, 2006 11:37 PM

in response to: windjammer067

I adore cliff bars! Yum! So much goodness in one little bar, and I find them to be really filling.

Katokat

4 posts since
Aug 8, 2006

10. Dec 26, 2007 3:06 AM

in response to: windjammer067

quote:<HR>Any one using energy bars to replenish after long runs?<HR>

I like to. I try to get food into me within that hallowed window of ~20 minutes for maximum uptake of protein and ~60 minutes for max uptake of carbs. Your nutrients don't have to be in bar form, of course, but bars are good if you don't have dinner (or breakfast or whatever) all ready for yourself.

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kipK

35 posts since
Aug 7, 2006

11. Aug 11, 2006 9:25 AM

in response to: windjammer067

Hammer Bars are good, all natural, no coating, they are made by the same people who make the gel. Also I do love Lara Bars-just a bit expensive...

merigayle

1,586 posts since
Aug 15, 2007

12. Aug 11, 2006 9:34 AM

in response to: windjammer067

quote:<HR>Originally posted by windjammer:

The PayDay Protein Bar isn't that pretty much a PayDay peanut candy bar? I do love PayDays, but I'm definitely going to search out the Luna Sunrise for the best combo of protein, carbs, and low fat.
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Any one using energy bars to replenish after long runs?<HR>

Never had a payday candy bar so i cannot say. I just hate bars that taste like poop. I do not know what poop tastes like,but i imagine it tastes something like some of the bars i have eaten.

I usually eat one for my 2nd b-fast after my morning run (prerun i eat dry cereal). Usually 6-10 miles. On long run days i usually eat a bagel and choc soy milk.

qtownrunner

68 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

13. Aug 11, 2006 12:15 PM

in response to: windjammer067

I like Snickers Marathon Energy Bar (Chewy Chocalate Peanut)
220 cals
7 g fat
27 g carbs
13 g protein

http://www.snickersmarathon.com/nutrition_comparison.asp[/URL" target="_blank">

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marketwatcher

65 posts since
Nov 6, 2007

14. Aug 11, 2006 5:51 PM

in response to: windjammer067

Stick with the Clif Bars products. They have a lot of organic ingredients unlike many of the other bars listed in this topic.

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