DEAR DR. GOTT: I ride three, four or more hours at a time on my bicycle. I have to eat while riding. Do you have any recommendations for food to eat while doing these long rides?
DEAR READER: I commend you for your exercise regimen but am somewhat concerned about your eating while riding. Do you pull to the side of the road and take a short break or do you reach into a pouch for a snack that you pop into your mouth while still on the bike? My guess is the latter, so I will do what I can to answer your question with this guess in mind.
Initially, and as I am confident you are completely aware, you must hydrate — especially in light of the length of your rides. [Read more...]