I read this in the product thread over at T-nation. . . . . . and it really, really baffles me to be honest with ya. There are warning labels all over the can, so its not as if the kids would not have known that these are pretty damn potent. . . and the gym owner is 100% right that we have the mentality that if one can is awesome. . . . shit just think what two cans would be like.
But on a tangent why would this energy drink be any different than any of the large espresso-laden coffee drinks that are made at Starbucks or other large coffee shops? I don't work for one, or have done any research on these but I'd have to assume (I know that's dangerous) to think that these have just as much caffeine in them, or more as the Spike Shooter. . . . and think of the people who drink 2,3,4 of these a day just to get through the day because they are so hooked on caffeine. OH NO! We've got to close up coffee shops and not allow kids to drink coffee. . . .
Give me a break. . . as with anything, people just need to use their heads and consume caffeine, among other things in moderation. Amazing concept I know!
a bit of a rant, but watching the news clip, and interviews kinda fired me up.
I like it when the fat girl said "I'm fine with Mountain Dew." Uh, no you're not.
And what a joke, it's just like when ephedra got banned, people think if one is great then ten must be better. Idiots. Pretty soon they're gonna try to ban energy drinks, but coffee, beer, and cigarettes will still be abused freely.
On another note, Doherty High School was a rival school of mine (I went to Coronado H.S., in Colorado Springs), doesn't surprise with the type of kids at that school.
__________________
I do not workout. I TRAIN.
I do not eat. I FEED.
I do not sleep. I RECHARGE.
My greatest fear in this life is the fear of being ordinary.
At least they are overdosing on Spike rather than something much much worse, like meth or heroin. I hope they don't take it off the shelves. This actually might make more people buy it, to see if they are tough enough to handle it. The more media coverage, the bigger the sales I'm sure.
I agree, I think its great for Biotest. I have one can of Spike in my fridge from a seminar. Still haven't needed to use it. I used Spike caps every day though.
Funny, I use nothing but whey protein mixed with water before a workout.
I must be really stupid and weak not to use something to give me that extra boost.
__________________ In Fitness & Friendship, MAHLER
______________________________ __________________________ There is no light at the end of the tunnel. You carry the light with you.
They shouldn't sell these to kids under 18 the same as Redbull, etc. In the last few articles over at t-rag, John B and some other guys go on about how they are on a road trip and the only thing they take is some Spike. It that is to keep them awake during the trip they better start catching up on some sleep. Let's just promote the shit out of something that isn't good for you from a site that is trying to make you healthier.
i drink coffee everyday, and the very occassional Monster energy drink if i've worked long hours and school and need a workout. I've never taken spike and don't plan on it with or without this video
But on a tangent why would this energy drink be any different than any of the large espresso-laden coffee drinks that are made at Starbucks or other large coffee shops?
that's what got me. according to the newscast I get the equivalent to a "spike" before I head out to work in the morning (three cups of coffee). not dead yet...soon. is 711 going to put warnings on their big cups? sign a waiver to get a "vende" at starbucks?
hell...that's not a bad idea. start up an "X-TREME COFFEE" shop. no one gets served without a consent form
that's what got me. according to the newscast I get the equivalent to a "spike" before I head out to work in the morning (three cups of coffee). not dead yet...soon. is 711 going to put warnings on their big cups? sign a waiver to get a "vende" at starbucks?
hell...that's not a bad idea. start up an "X-TREME COFFEE" shop. no one gets served without a consent form
Hey, there's a convenience store chain/gas station around here that sells "Extreme Coffee!" Extra caffeine, yohimbe, etc. Big bright label on the carafe and everything. Funny.
In the last few articles over at t-rag, John B and some other guys go on about how they are on a road trip and the only thing they take is some Spike.
Admittedly, I have not read these articles you mention. I am sure to the t-nation gang, that sounds bad-ass, but if they are true, am I the only one who is disturbed by the possiblility of such a statement from someone who has a doctorate in nutrition?
__________________ In Fitness & Friendship, MAHLER
______________________________ __________________________ There is no light at the end of the tunnel. You carry the light with you.
Admittedly, I have not read these articles you mention. I am sure to the t-nation gang, that sounds bad-ass, but if they are true, am I the only one who is disturbed by the possiblility of such a statement from someone who has a doctorate in nutrition?
mahler, you have to be kidding me.
Spike has 4 days worth of your protein, carbohydrate and omega 3, 6, 9 and 12 fatty acids. One spike, and you can act like Naomi Campbell.
__________________
Quoth David Banner: "Like a pimp"
It's not a beer belly. It's a gas tank for a sex machine.
After reading this thread I want to try a spike shooter...
__________________
Audentes Fortunas Juvat
"Focus on making the 5 lifts stronger and getting enough food. There will be plenty of time to worry about glycemic indexes, PERs, and Bulgarian Split squats later. Much later."-Mark Rippetoe
High ball glass filled with ice....
1 can Spike shooter
4 oz. premium vodka
WOO-HOO!
__________________
Robert dos Remedios, MA, CSCS,
HCC (Hartman-Cosgrove Certified)
Director of Speed, Strength & Conditioning
College of the Canyons, CA http://www.canyons.edu/departments/pe/strength
"NO CHAMPION HAS EVER ACHIEVED HIS OR HER GOAL WITHOUT SHOWING MORE DEDICATION THAN THE NEXT PERSON; MAKING MORE SACRIFICES THAN THE NEXT PERSON; WORKING HARDER, TRAINING, AND CONDITIONING HIM / HERSELF MORE THAN THE NEXT PERSON; ENJOYING HIS / HER FINAL GOAL MORE THAN THE NEXT PERSON"
High ball glass filled with ice....
1 can Spike shooter
4 oz. premium vodka
WOO-HOO!
Does this concoction have a name?
__________________ The trick is in what one emphasizes. We either make ourselves miserable, or we make ourselves happy. The amount of work is the same. -- Carlos Castaneda
Nope....I'm caffeine-free. I have been for years, even though in the last 24 months I've let just about everything else fitness and diet related go to hell!
Wow, just compared SPIKE to red bull....8oz. of spike is equal to almost FOUR red bulls! (caffeine)
It is a must that me and my little Scottish friend try that concoction this weekend.
__________________
Robert dos Remedios, MA, CSCS,
HCC (Hartman-Cosgrove Certified)
Director of Speed, Strength & Conditioning
College of the Canyons, CA http://www.canyons.edu/departments/pe/strength
"NO CHAMPION HAS EVER ACHIEVED HIS OR HER GOAL WITHOUT SHOWING MORE DEDICATION THAN THE NEXT PERSON; MAKING MORE SACRIFICES THAN THE NEXT PERSON; WORKING HARDER, TRAINING, AND CONDITIONING HIM / HERSELF MORE THAN THE NEXT PERSON; ENJOYING HIS / HER FINAL GOAL MORE THAN THE NEXT PERSON"
Biotest Spike Warning!
:p 
Linear Mode
