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Every rider knows that staying ahead of the dreaded energy crash means fuelling with purpose—balancing carbohydrates, hydration, and natural ingredients that your body can actually use. And when you’re facing the relentless challenge of The Gralloch—Britain’s biggest and most prestigious gravel race—your nutrition strategy is as critical as your tyre choice.
That’s where OGT bars come in: a smart, sustainable, and seriously tasty fuel solution trusted by champions, including last year’s Elite Men’s winner Matthew Holmes.
“Last year I was experimenting with fuelling my racing using OGT bars. They delivered exactly what I needed—natural energy, easy to digest, no waste. This year, I’m back to defend my title, and it’s great to know every rider can fuel with the same bars I use to race at the top level.”
— Matthew Holmes, 2024 Elite Men’s Gralloch Champion
The Right Fuel for the Ride
To go the distance at The Gralloch, you need more than just grit. Your body demands a steady intake of carbohydrates—the fuel that powers your muscles and keeps your focus sharp. With 24–25 grams of carbohydrates per bar, OGT bars are built for endurance athletes who need reliable, sustained energy over a long day in the saddle.
But OGT doesn’t just give you carbs—it delivers them better. While many energy bars are packed with refined sugars that can spike your blood glucose and lead to a crash, OGT bars use real, natural ingredients—like oats, dried fruit, and seeds—to provide both quick-release and slow-burning carbohydrates.
This means energy that lasts, no stomach upsets, and no surprises—just smooth, consistent power from the start line to the final climb.
Designed for Performance—and the Planet
OGT’s innovation doesn’t stop at what’s inside the bar.
These bars are wrapped in a natural beeswax-based coating, inspired by the skin of an apple. This clever bit of engineering protects the bar from dirt and damage—without the need for plastic wrappers. That’s right: zero packaging waste, no sticky trash in your jersey pocket, and no chance of leaving rubbish on the trails.
You can feel good about what you're eating and how you’re treating the environment you ride through.
How to Fuel for The Gralloch
Every gravel event comes with its own fuelling challenges, and The Gralloch—with its relentless climbs, rolling terrain, and race-day adrenaline—requires a smart, proactive strategy.
Here’s how to make OGT bars part of your race-day nutrition plan—just like 2024 Champion Matthew Holmes:
Pre-Race:
- Eat one OGT bar 30–45 minutes before the start to top up glycogen stores.
- The balanced, oat-based formula provides a steady energy release as you settle into the early gravel miles.
During the Race:
- Aim to eat one OGT bar every 45–60 minutes, depending on your pace, intensity, and personal needs.
- Stay consistent—don’t wait until you feel the energy dip to eat.
- OGT bars are easy to chew and digest while riding, so you don’t have to stop or slow down to stay fuelled.
Pair your bars with regular hydration—either plain water or electrolyte drinks—to stay ahead of cramps and fatigue. And remember: nutrition is your invisible gear—choose wisely.
A Race-Winning Choice
Whether you're aiming for the podium or simply to finish with a smile, how you fuel determines how you feel. OGT bars combine performance, convenience, and sustainability, helping you ride longer, push harder, and recover faster.
The Gralloch is more than just a race—it’s a test of everything: strength, skill, mindset, and preparation. So fuel smart. Ride strong. And take it from the champ—OGT bars are the real deal.
As part of The Gralloch community, you get access to two brilliant offers from OGT
10% Extra Off Your First Subscription. Just subscribe and use code GRALLOCHEXTRA10 for an additional 10% off your first order here
One-Time Deal: 6 Bars for £7.50. Just want to try them out? Grab a special 6-pack—only for Gralloch riders.
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