Honey Stinger Gluten Free Waffles have become a staff favorite here at The Feed. These waffles have been great for years, but with the addition of gluten-free options, Honey Stinger has also made the flavors and texture delicious! The inspiration for Honey Stinger Gluten Free Waffles was imported from Belgium where dutch riders often ate these syrupy, chewy waffles on long training rides...commonly known as stroopwafels. Honey Stinger decided to bring the concept to American athletes, and their iconic waffle was born. Delicious wild honey sandwiched between two thin, crispy waffle wafers is the perfect treat. They are certified USDA Organic and come in a convenient single-serve package. We often turn to these waffles when we need something lighter and a little easier to digest compared to an energy bar.

The waffles come in 5 fun flavors:  Salted Caramel, Cinnamon, Chocolate Mint, Vanilla Chocolate and Wildflower Honey!

The Feed’s Fave: Organic Vanilla & Chocolate

How We Use It

Here at The Feed, we enjoy the Honey Stinger gluten free waffles as an ideal pre-workout snack, providing ample amounts of energy and fuel without the gluten! These waffles also come in handy through out the day when you are hit with a mid-day snack attack, due to there delicious sweet taste they never fail to leave you feeling satisfied and ready to go!

The Honey Stinger Energy Chews are one of our favorite chews. We love how they don't stick to our teeth. They're smaller than other chews, and since they are made with  naturally occurring fiber and protein derived from 100% organic tapioca syrup and honey, they are very easy to digest.

The flavor profiles are very natural - and we can promise that what their called is what you get. For example the cola flavor really tastes like cola. Honey Stinger Energy Chews are also USDA organic, gluten-free, dairy-free and contain no GMOs.

Feed's Fave: Pink Lemonade

How We Use It

Towards the end of long efforts or during short intense efforts. Two chews will get you 25 to 30 minutes of quick energy. Consume with at least 8oz of water.

If you're looking for an excuse to eat treats on your bike, this is it. JoJé Bars (formerly Harmony Bars) are like pillows of joy, in taste, texture, and the sheer happiness you experience while eating them. They are baked like a soft cookie, moist and packed with real ingredients like oats, nuts, honey, coconut and more! They are free of gluten, soy, artificial sweeteners,Non GMO and use Organic ingredients. These bars provide quick and lasting energy from natural sources. Eat them for dessert, eat them as a snack, or eat them for fuel. They are homemade, baked with love and will quickly become your new favorite treat.

JoJé Bar creators John and Jess are both elite athletes in their own right. In talking with Jess and John, you realize they are both passionate athletes. Jess’ background includes a Master’s in Exercise Physiology and 1st place at US National XTERRA Championships in the Amateur division in 2010. John is USA Cycling Category 1 road racer in Southern California. If you know anything about the SoCal racing scene, you know that they ride bikes very fast, and they do it all year round. We recommend that you give their bars a try, we think you'll be addicted in no time! :)

Feed's Fave: White Chocolate Coconut Blondie

How We Use it

JoJé bars are some of the tastiest bars we have at The Feed. These bars provide the nutrients needed to keep you full and energized on moderate to long workouts. They also make for a great snack between meals.

Skratch Labs Sports Hydration Mix is the newest formula from Skratch.  Formerly the "Exercise Hydration Mix" with a few tweaks.  This mix delivers real ingredients including real fruit to make each batch.  Now with a tad more sodium and less sugar than the previous generation.  This mix was originally known throughout the pro-peloton as "Secret Drink Mix." The mix was so coveted that athletes sponsored by other drinks would secretly dump out their bottles swapping in the "Secret Drink Mix." Why? Because it works. It was formulated by the team at Skratch, in pursuit of making the best hydration in the world from real world ingredients that work with your body to maximize hydration.  

Now available to every athlete and known as Skratch Labs Sport Hydration Mix, this mix replaces electrolytes while being easy on your digestive system. The mixes are super light and refreshing and exactly like the fruits and ingredients they're named after.  We already loved the old mix....so it was easy to make the switch to the new mix.

The Feed's Fave: Lemons & Limes and Passion Fruit

How We Use It

Skratch is our go- to drink during a long, hard workout! Packed with electrolytes, it's great to keep you hydrated and fueled for the remainder of your workouts.  We like to use one scoop per 16-20oz bottle.  If you use a 24oz bottle...try 1 1/2 scoops.  It'll do the trick!

 Sport Hydration Drink Mix with real fruit:

Skratch Labs Sports Hydration Mix is the newest formula from Skratch.  Formerly the "Exercise Hydration Mix" with a few tweaks.  This mix delivers real ingredients including real fruit to make each batch.  Now with a tad more sodium and less sugar than the previous generation.  This mix was originally known throughout the pro-peloton as "Secret Drink Mix." The mix was so coveted that athletes sponsored by other drinks would secretly dump out their bottles swapping in the "Secret Drink Mix." Why? Because it works. It was formulated by the team at Skratch, in pursuit of making the best hydration in the world from real world ingredients that work with your body to maximize hydration.  

Now available to every athlete and known as Skratch Labs Sport Hydration Mix, this mix replaces electrolytes while being easy on your digestive system. The mixes are super light and refreshing and exactly like the fruits and ingredients they're named after.  We already loved the old mix....so it was easy to make the switch to the new mix.

The Feed's Fave: Lemons & Limes and Passion Fruit

How We Use It

Skratch is our go- to drink during a long, hard workout! Packed with electrolytes, it's great to keep you hydrated and fueled for the remainder of your workouts.  We like to use one scoop per 16-20oz bottle.  If you use a 24oz bottle...try 1 1/2 scoops.  It'll do the trick!

 Sport Hydration Drink Mix with real fruit:

EPIC Bites are the next-level jerky that you didn't even know you were missing. Created by combining whole animal muscle meat with flavor-forward spice combinations, the soft, pillow-y strips of meat are insanely satisfying. The high-quality meat is mixed with superfood seeds and fruit. These savory bite-sized energy bombs are a perfect option for those looking for delicious and nutritious protein on the go. EPIC Bites are rich in protein, low in sugar, gluten-free, grain-free, and absent of both soy and dairy. Bison, Beef, Bacon, and Chicken, we can hardly pick a favorite. You might be skeptical, but these morsels do NOT disappoint!

The Feed’s Fave: Bison Bacon Cranberry. Oh heck, all of them.

How We Use It

These bites taste great, but remember that they aren't a traditional energy snack. Made with beef, turkey or bison, the Epic Bites is a product everyone should try! We love to pack them for weekend adventures or keep them in the gym bag for a post workout snack.

At Betty Lou's they love making products that are made with the ingredients that help you feel great and keep you energized throughout the day.  These Probiotic Bite's give you your daily dose of probiotics to help support the balance of bacteria in your digestive system.  Your stomach will thank you and don't worry....they taste amazing as well!

How we use it:

We take these with us on the way to work or in the middle of the day as a quick treat.  Since its a great snack with a probiotic kick it's a win win!  Maple Oatmeal is definitely the feed favorite however like most of Betty Lou's products....the choices are all amazing!

Verb might be a newer brand, but they know what they're doing! Their caffeinated energy bar contains caffeine from green tea.   Not only will this bar give you the boost you need without crashing, but it's also good for you and tastes delicious! 

Each Verb Energy Bite contains a shot of espresso worth of caffeine. By the way....green tea contains the plant-based amino acid L-Theanine, which relaxes the mind without inducing drowsiness.  Can you say win win?

Feed's Faves: Simply Cocoa

How We Use It

We like to eat 1 Verb bar about 1 hour before we work out with at least 8 oz of water. It has as much caffeine as a cup of coffee, so it gives us that extra boost of energy in addition to the carbs and protein that sustain us through the session!

Split started with a simple idea from Chef Jeff Mahin.  He asked himself “How can I make better foods on the go?” He has been a chef for most of his life. For years his focus was about how food tasted, presented and was sourced. It was only when he started to exercise and focus on what he ate did the idea of nutrition ever cross his  mind.

Turns out, he really had no idea about it. Being new to athletics he tried just about every bar, gel, cookie (he does love cookies....but we can't blame him...so do we!) and waffle he could get his hands on. He focused on flavor, texture and how it made him feel while eating it and after eating it.  After a lot of trial and error -  meaning some epic bonks - he came up with a simple but profound thought.  He performed better when A) He ate real foods and B) when the food he ate tasted good. Knowing this, as simple as it sounds, really lead him to where split was born. 

split is about empowering you to make the most of your foods, to choose quality over commodity and to give your body what it craves and deserves. The science in their food is complex, but the concept is simple–split is the perfect combination of one good fat and one good carb.

The Feed’s Fave: Strawberry Spread and Almond Butter

We take split with us in our backpack on a hike or back pocket of our jersey for our ride.  To be honest...we take it everywhere!  When those hunger cravings begin, we satisfy them with this tasty packet of goodness!  We also like to keep a few stashed in our glove box as you never know when you'll need a mid-day snack!  Yes our glove box is a mini warehouse of sports nutrition.