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Energy gel comparison: UCAN EDGE, Maurten, SiS Beta Fuel and GU Roctane
Nutrition per single serve, taken from each brand's published product information. UCAN EDGE uses LIVSTEADY, a single-source complex carbohydrate, and is formulated to be taken once per hour. The other gels in this table use maltodextrin and fructose blends and are formulated to be taken two to three times per hour.
| Per serve | UCAN EDGE | Maurten Gel 100 | SiS Beta Fuel | GU Roctane |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 19 g | 25 g | 40 g | 21 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 24 g | 19 g | 7 g |
| Carbohydrate source | LIVSTEADY (single source) | Glucose + fructose hydrogel | Maltodextrin + fructose 1:0.8 | Maltodextrin + fructose |
| Sodium | 50 mg 200 mg in EDGE + Electrolyte | 85 mg | 30 mg | 125 mg |
| Serves per hour | 1 | 2 to 3 | 2 to 3 | 2 to 3 |
| Caffeine option | No | Yes (Gel 100 CAF) | Yes (Nootropics) | Yes |
| Needs water | No | No | No | Recommended |
| Price per serve (AUD) | $6.66 | $5.50 to $6.50 | $5.50 to $6.50 | $4.50 to $5.50 |
| Available in Australia | Yes, from generationucan.com.au | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Figures are per single gel serve as published by each brand. Competitor formulations change, so check the current label before you plan your race fuelling. Generation UCAN Australia is the official Australian reseller of UCAN products.
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What is the best energy gel for runners who get stomach problems?
Runners who react badly to gels usually react to the volume of sugar rather than the gel itself. A standard high carbohydrate gel delivers 19 to 24 g of sugar per serve, and three per hour means 60 g or more. UCAN EDGE contains 0 g of sugar and 19 g of carbohydrate from LIVSTEADY, a single source complex carbohydrate. Test any gel on a long run at race pace before you use it in a race.
Can you take UCAN EDGE without water?
Yes. UCAN EDGE has a thin consistency and does not need a water chaser, which makes it usable between drink stations. The pouch is larger than a Maurten or GU sachet, so check it fits your race belt or shorts pocket before race day.
Do UCAN EDGE gels contain electrolytes?
Standard UCAN EDGE contains 50 mg of sodium per serve. UCAN EDGE + Electrolyte contains 200 mg of sodium and a five electrolyte profile at 20 g of carbohydrate, which suits hot and humid racing. For higher sodium loads, UCAN Hydrate delivers 300 mg of sodium per serve and mixes into a bottle.
