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Originally posted by gobbla:
*contrary to previous info*
cardio for 4-12h sessions:
strive to take in 300-600 calories per hour in a 4:1 carb to protien ratio, ideally in primarily liquid form, although solids are ok, sticking to high GI carbs low in fiber. possibly considering taking 1,000mg of salt per hour and taking in UP TO 24loz of total liquid per hour.
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ODB has this powdered drink called Accelorade. I think it smells and tastes NASTY at first but after sipping that instead of water or gatorade during our last adventure race, I'm a convert. It's actually a high(er) protein drink though I have no clue what the actual carb:protein ratio is. I just know my body never gave out on me. The mind is a different story
Anyway, just a thought since you are looking for something to fulfill day long hiking needs, you'd be carrying liquid anyway so it doesn't add extra weight plus you can sip anytime without having to stop if you're using a hydration pak.