Is Gatorade G Series Pro 02 Perform a Ripoff?

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how2runfast

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Aug 12, 2010 6:52 AM

Is Gatorade G Series Pro 02 Perform a Ripoff?

I started drinking Gatorade G Series Pro 02 Perform (formerly known as Gatorade Endurance Formula) after drinking it during this year's Boston Marathon, where it was the drink offered during the race. I noticed that it was a bit more expensive than original Gatorade G and did some math.

Here's a post I wrote about my findings:

Would You Pay $10 for a Teaspoon of Salt?

Mike

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Maryalicia
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1. Aug 12, 2010 10:20 AM (in response to how2runfast)
Re: Is Gatorade G Series Pro 02 Perform a Ripoff?

Very interesting read. I believe I knew this already. all I knew is I didn't want to pay the higher price for it.

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2. Aug 13, 2010 8:17 AM (in response to how2runfast)
Re: Is Gatorade G Series Pro 02 Perform a Ripoff?

Interesting read. Do you know if they currently sell Gatorade G or has it been completely replaced with this new G Series?

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Beer and Cupcakes
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3. Aug 13, 2010 8:31 AM (in response to how2runfast)
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Thats a great write up, thanks! 10 bucks for a teaspoon of salt, hilareous. I probably also pay too much for salt but go a different route. For long runs >10 miles I use the Nathan electrolyte tabs, 16 tabs for 6 bucks. 1 tab makes 24 oz. i mix that up and then add a good shot of honey for carbs and put the concoction in my Helium Hydration belt. It tastes great, is cheap and gets me through them grueling 16 milers.

Anyone here know if potasium is important, all the electrolyte mixes have it but Im not convinced they dont just add it to make us think we're getting more than simple table salt for our hard earned green.

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4. Aug 13, 2010 9:36 AM (in response to RunningInPGH)
Re: Is Gatorade G Series Pro 02 Perform a Ripoff?

They still sell Gatorade G, but now there is also Gatorate G2 (low calorie) and G Natural (made from natural ingredients and sold at Whole Foods in select cities).

For more info on the Gatorade G Series Pro products, see this post:

Highlights from the 2010 Boston Marathon Expo

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5. Aug 13, 2010 9:38 AM (in response to Beer and Cupcakes)
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I sometimes use Nuun electrolyte tablets on long runs. For more info, see this post:

Sweat a Lot? You May Need Electrolytes!

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rbird
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6. Aug 13, 2010 10:17 AM (in response to how2runfast)
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I've been testing Nuun all this summer. Mostly good results so far, but I learned not to combine it with a gel.

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