C2:1 Carbo Jelly Tropical Fruits

Enervit C2:1 Carbo Jelly Tropical Fruits

The Enervit C2:1 Carbo Jelly Tropical Fruits is an energy gel for long and intense endurance efforts on the bike. Per 50-g portion it delivers 30 g carbohydrates in a 2:1 mix of glucose and fructose, plus Vitamin B1 to support normal energy metabolism. The patent-pending formulation is fat-free, gluten-free and labeled vegan, which simplifies tolerance on race day. It was developed as part of the C2:1PRO line, which is based on input from the WorldTour peloton and sensibly supports carbohydrate intake from 60 g/h up into the 90 g/h range and beyond. The consistency combines the chew-stability of a bar with the uncomplicated intake of a gel, which is particularly practical in hard racing situations. Flavor-wise it goes for Tropical Fruits, so it stays easy to swallow even at high intensity.

• 30 g carbohydrates per 50 g pouch in a 2:1 glucose–fructose ratio
• Vitamin B1 for normal energy metabolism, fat-free, gluten-free, vegan
• Chewable jelly texture for easy intake at high intensity
• Tropical-Fruits flavor; practical portion for training and racing
• Recommendation: 1–2 Jellies per hour, depending on needs and combination with drinks or gels

Technical Details and Functions

The 2:1 carbohydrate mix uses different transport pathways in the gut (SGLT1 for glucose/maltodextrin, GLUT5 for fructose), which increases absorption rate and enables higher oxidation rates. Studies show that combined glucose–fructose intake during exercise substantially increases exogenous carbohydrate oxidation compared with glucose alone, with peak values around 1.3 g/min and in reviews even up to about 1.75 g/min described. This leads to practical recommendations for high intake amounts up to 90 g/h during longer endurance efforts. The jelly itself provides 30 g carbohydrates per pack, contains Thiamin (Vitamin B1) and is formulated with dextrose, fructose syrup, sucrose and pectin as the gelling agent. At the same time it is fat-free, gluten-free and labeled vegan, which can reduce gastrointestinal load when intake is adjusted to intensity. The patent-pending formulation ensures the jelly texture can still be easily chewed and swallowed even under high intensity.

Use Cases and Benefits

In Cycling the Carbo Jelly plays to its strengths on long base rides, Alpine passes, time trials or intense intervals when reliable energy is required. Especially on Swiss profiles with long climbs, hour-to-hour intake can be planned precisely and, if needed, expanded toward 60–90 g carbohydrates per hour. In practice the jelly is often combined with C2:1PRO drinks or Carbo Gels to reach target intake and maintain gastrointestinal tolerance. Even in pro sport, high hourly intake amounts are used depending on stage profile, which underlines the benefit of a 2:1 setup. Those who manage their energy system this way benefit from stable performance and more predictable fueling over the duration of the effort. It is important to test the strategy in training and adapt it to intensity, temperature and individual tolerance.

Application and Dosage in Cycling

For training and races a guideline is to take 1–2 Jellies per hour, depending on intensity, body size and additional intake from drinks or other gels. A practical scheme: one jelly (30 g) plus a 500-ml bottle of Isocarb C2:1PRO with two scoops (60 g) together provide 90 g/h – a value that has proven efficient in the literature, provided it is well tolerated. At very high demands intake can be increased depending on the athlete, but should be tested progressively with „train the gut“ during training. At moderate intensity 60 g/h is often sufficient, while at race intensity and long climbs higher targets can be sensible. Pay attention to adequate fluid intake so that the carbohydrates are absorbed optimally. The product is a source of Vitamin B1, which contributes to normal energy metabolism; however it does not replace a balanced diet.