If you are a cyclist, you must know that a good energy boost is crucial for a good performance, but also that not all kinds and formats work the same way. In our Siroko blog post section, you will find many different types of homemade recipes for energy bars, gels…
If you’re really into pro cycling, you’ve probably heard about a recipe that everyone in the cycling world has been talking about: rice bars that have nothing to do with the famous rice cakes we made some time ago here. In this case, this carb-loaded treat is particularly light and,…
Finding the right type of fuel is crucial for any cyclist to keep our energy up while pedaling. That’s why we’ve prepared two flapjack recipes, specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of cyclists when we’re on the road. Full of carbs, some protein and fiber, not too much fat.…
During Grand Tours, such as the Tour de France, the Vuelta a España or the Giro d’Italia, professional cyclists follow a carefully planned diet to meet their high-energy demands. This specific nutrition is focused on providing the fuel needed for the 21 stages, while promoting recovery and supporting overall health.…
Eating healthy on a budget is possible. And this study conducted in the USA in 2019 confirms it. The point is that nowadays prices have gone up while wages have not. Sometimes we simply have to set priorities to reduce expenses. Food should be one of those priorities, especially for…
If you prefer a savory breakfast, but you don’t know what to eat in the morning before you go cycling or you’re tired of the egg omelet or a toast, try to think of breakfast as another meal, just like lunch or dinner. What’s wrong with having a bowl of…
In this previous blog post we showed you the pros and cons of energy gels and energy bars. These snack options are two of the most common ones in cycling, given their convenience both in a practical and nutritional sense. Of course, there are also several other ways to fuel…
Many cyclists often get on their bikes simply to have a coffee with a group of cycling buddies, a friend or enjoy a moment of peaceful solitude. Surely, the social aspect is one of the reasons behind the close link between cycling and coffee. So is the history of the…
Carbohydrates intake during exercise improves performance in cycling and other sports. The body of a trained cyclist can oxidize up to 120 g of carbohydrates per hour at a maltodextrin-to-fructose ratio of 2:1. So much for what science can tell us today. However, there are several options on the market…
And here we are back again with three new no-bake bars recipes, quick and easy for any cyclist to make at home. We are going to need ingredients commonly used in cycling snacks such as bananas, oats, nuts, dates or honey. All you need is a food processor to mix…
