GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Dairy-Free On-the-Go Energy for Any Workout, 24-Count, Vanilla Bean

It's been 15 years since I ran my marathon, and it was these GU gels that got me through the training and the race itself. I still remember the pleasant taste and euphoric feeling of energy and runner's high. They say smell and taste give the most potent memories - and in this case - it's true. I've been going through my past Amazon purchases, and it was these GU gels that stick out. I'm not surprised they are still for sale and going strong. Maybe I'll order a pack just for memory's sake...or to train for another marathon. Ha!

GU tastes yummy and definitely helped with energy, tired legs and overall performance. Easy to use 5 minutes before you start then every 45 min or as needed.Never used any of these types of products- but got recommended by a good source.

My favorite flavor of all of them

Definitely my favorite flavor of all of the GUs and gels out there. The consistency is bearable and provides just enough energy to keep you going. I have used these on multiple ultramarathons and training events. Love them!

This vanilla GU has been a staple in my long runs and marathon training for several years now. This is the only energy gel that tastes good, goes down smoothly, and doesn’t cause any GI upset. You definitely get an energy boost 10-15 minutes after ingesting. Packets are small and easy to put in pockets or belt. Make sure to take with a sip of water or Gatorade to enhance digestion of product and prevent GI upset!

A few months ago I originally purchased the strawberry banana flavor. I personally though the taste was awful and the texture was so thick it was disgusting. I couldn't even swallow it straight out of the package, I had to chew on it and swish it around my mouth with water and then force it down my throat. I let one of my friends try it and we had to stop the workout because the taste made him sick. However, the Vanilla flavor does NOT have any of those problems. The flavor is great and you can really taste the vanilla flavor. One of my friends thought it was a little on the sweet side but I love it. It is also a lot thinner, I can easily stick it in my mouth and gulp it down without wasting any time. Gu is good stuff, I can feel the difference on longer rides and it definitely helps me maintain my level of performance.

When recently training for a marathon, we picked up a variety pack of Gu flavors. I would eat a different flavor first but I would always get queasy if I had anything other than Vanilla after the first gu. I changed to only vanilla flavor and my stomach was not queasy for the remainder of the training. I have a sugar sensitive stomach and I usually get 'gut rot' when I drink more than 1 lemonade, Gatorade, cocktail...etc. The vanilla flavor was the only flavor that worked for my stomach.

If you’re looking for a nutrition on the go for longer workouts to give you additional energy, this is the right one to choose! Not only is it one of the best flavor, the size is perfect for travel size pockets or pouches. If you open, be sure to consume it all or there will be excess leakage in your pocket.