Science in Sport is proud to be an official event partner of Tour Down Under, bringing you cutting‑edge sports nutrition and fueling strategies so you don’t just ride, you perform. Your energy, hydration and endurance are our priority, so you can focus on what matters: the road ahead.


The Ultimate Fuelling Guide:
Nutrition, Hydration & Race Prep

When it comes to peak cycling performance, it’s not just about training harder, it’s about fuelling smarter.

  • ✔ 4 × GO Isotonic Energy Gels (mixed flavours / variety pack)
  • ✔ 1 × Hydro+ Sachet Box (6 servings)
  • ✔ 1 × GO Cherry Juice Gel (post-race recovery swap)
  • ✔ 1 × Rest+ Gel
  • ✔ 1 × GO Energy Oat Bar (post-race recovery snack)
  • ✔ 1 × GO Energy Bake Bar (pre-race carb boost)
  • ✔ 1 × SiS Bottle
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Training Weeks (4–6 Weeks Out)

Hydration & Everyday Sessions

  • Mix Hydro+ in your SiS Bottle for bike sessions.
  • Aim for 500–750ml per hour of training.

Fuel Practice

  • Use GO Isotonic Energy Gels during training.
  • Take 1 gel every 20–30 minutes.

Recovery Routine

  • Use GO Cherry Juice Gel after hard sessions.
  • Finish tough days with a Rest+ Gel.

Race Week

  • Stay consistent: hydrate daily with Hydro+.
  • Use Bake Bar 60–90 mins before key workouts and the race itself.
  • Stick with the same gels you trained with — no surprises on race day.

Race Day Strategy

1–2 Hours Before Start

  • GO Energy Bake Bar – slow-release carbs for a stable energy base.
  • Sip Hydro+ in your SiS Bottle to start well-hydrated.

During the Race

  • Take 1 × GO Isotonic Gel in the first 10 mins.
  • Take another gel at ~15km mark.
  • Sip Hydro+ throughout the race.

Immediately After Finish

  • GO Cherry Juice Gel – kickstart recovery and reduce muscle soreness.
  • GO Energy Oat Bar – easy-to-digest carbs + protein.
  • Continue hydrating with Hydro+ post-race.

Evening of Race Day

  • Rest+ Gel – supports sleep and deeper overnight recovery.

Race Day Nutrition Essentials

Here’s what we recommend for every athlete lining up at the Tour Down Under 2026:

Energy Gels

Energy Gels
Hydration Tablets

Hydration Tablets
Powders

Powders

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