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TFS Review: Clif Shot Bloks

Posted December 7th, 2006 at 5:00 PM by Jonathan Faccone

Section: Nutrition, Race Prep & Recov, Supplements, Product Reviews, Special Features, TFS Reviews

Energy gels can be very helpful and convenient sources of carbohydrate replenishment for endurance athletes. However, they don’t always taste so great and that’s why a few alternatives have started to hit the market. One such alternative is Clif’s Shot Blocks which we have reviewed below.

Product: Clif Shot Bloks
Price: $1.95 each (2 servings); $23.88 (box of 72)
Rating: Average 6.4/10.0
Pros: Great taste (much better than energy gels); adequate carbohydrate replenishment, organic
Cons: Bulky package; inconvenient to bring on runs; can get stuck in teeth & on roof of mouth; leaves hands sticky if warm
Overall: Not the best choice for runners. Rating would be a bit higher for other athletes. It is one of the best tasting products of its kind, but it should be more conveniently packaged.

We reviewed the regular Clif Shot Bloks: the Strawberry flavor. However, Clif does make a few flavors that contain some caffeine and a Margarita flavor Shot Blok that has 3 times the sodium & electrolytes. Although we are weary of the caffeine use by athletes, it can be helpful if used in moderation. The x3 Extra Sodium (210mg) variety can be very helpful for marathon runners and other extreme endurance athletes. Read the rest of this entry »

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Attention Race Directors: Have Your Race Sponsored For Free!

Posted June 8th, 2006 at 12:01 AM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results

There are literally hundreds of thousands of small races that take place each year around the world. Many of these events are organized and executed by small and dedicated staffs with a host of volunteers. In addition, large percentages of them benefit charities, noble causes and/or other worthy causes.

In trying to find ways to lower your overhead expenses and make your lives just that much easier, The Final Sprint has identified a fantastic opportunity for you to take advantage of: the “Runners World Magazine” Race Sponsorship Program.

This program offers race directors free race supplies (including a choice of race numbers or sturdy event bags), calendar listings, product samples and even special subscription offers. Of course this also benefits our friends at Runner’s World Magazine through some wonderful advertising. However, it will save your race a heap of time and money – which will allow you to raise more funds for your charity of choice and administer a more efficient race. So go ahead and take advantage – you’ve earned it!

For more information visit the in-text link or call 1-888-219-RACE.

Via [Runners World]

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