C2:1 Carbo Gel Orange, 60ml

Enervit C2:1 Carbo Gel Orange, 60 ml

This energy gel is made for long, intense rides and provides 40 g of carbohydrates per serving in a 2:1‑Maltodextrin‑Fructose ratio. The formula is fat‑free, gluten‑free and vegan (VeganOK), and is enriched with vitamin B1, vitamin B6 and niacin. The C2:1PRO line was developed in collaboration with WorldTour teams like Lidl‑Trek and UAE Team Emirates to make carbohydrate intake during hard stages as efficient as possible. One 60 ml gel provides 120 kcal, tastes mildly of orange and is deliberately less sweet. Manufacturer recommendation is 1–2 gels per hour; the 2:1 combination aims to facilitate uptake beyond 60 g/h up to around 90 g/h.

• 40 g carbohydrates per 60‑ml sachet, 2:1 Maltodextrin:Fructose for high absorption capacity.
• With vitamin B1, B6 and niacin to support normal energy metabolism.
• Fat‑free, gluten‑free and vegan (VeganOK); without caffeine in this orange variant.
• Mild orange flavor with reduced sweetness for better tolerance at high intake.
• Practical sachet with a clean‑tearing tab that remains attached.
• Recommended intake: 1–2 gels per hour during exercise.

Technical details and functions

The 2:1 carbohydrate mix uses different transporters in the gut (SGLT1/GLUT5), which can increase exogenous oxidation and reduce gastrointestinal stress. Studies show that mixtures of glucose and fructose reach oxidation rates of about 1.2–1.3 g/min and provide performance advantages in endurance efforts compared to glucose alone. For very long efforts up to around 90 g/h of carbohydrates are considered usable, provided they have been trained for individually. The gel's formula is designed to support these high uptake rates without adding unnecessary fats or proteins. Additionally, B vitamins contribute to normal energy metabolism and to the reduction of fatigue.

Applications and benefits

The Enervit C2:1 Carbo Gel Orange is suited to long road bike rides over Swiss passes, marathons, triathlon events and intense gravel rides. Because of the high carbohydrate density per sachet you can compactly organize your energy intake and at the same time adjust your fluid intake according to heat and elevation. The reduced sweetness helps you stick with it taste‑wise even at a high gel frequency, which is a real advantage in long races. For athletes who prefer caffeine‑free products or who want to control caffeine intake, this orange variant without stimulants is a sensible option. The C2:1PRO line is also used in the pro peloton, which underlines its practical suitability in longer, hard race situations.

Usage and dosage

Plan your intake according to duration and intensity: For 1–2.5 hours, 30–60 g of carbohydrates per hour are generally sensible; for longer, intense efforts up to about 90 g/h can be advantageous. One gel supplies 40 g; thus 1–2 sachets per hour correspond to common recommendations and can be combined with drinks or bars as needed. Work your way up to higher intakes during training rides so that the gastrointestinal tract gets used to the target intake. In heat, long climbs, or high elevation, a slightly higher frequency can be sensible, always with sufficient fluid. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation and test your strategy before important races.

Nutritional values and ingredients

Per 60‑ml pack you get 120 kcal, 40 g carbohydrates (of which 16 g sugars) as well as 0 g fat, 0 g protein and 0 g salt. Vitamins per sachet are about 0,17 mg thiamin (B1), 0,21 mg vitamin B6 and 2 mg niacin. The ingredient list is intentionally lean: water, Maltodextrin (36,4 %), Fructose (18,2 %), thickener Xanthan, acidifier citric acid, natural flavorings and potassium sorbate as a preservative. The product is gluten‑free and vegan (VeganOK) and contains no caffeine and no added fats. Flavor‑wise it relies on a subtle orange note with low sweetness for good tolerability during high carbohydrate intake.