The 10 Run Commute Commandments

I will attempt to do this in the style of the Notorious B.I.G. "10 Crack Commandments"

First off, lazy will make you crazy, so no slackin,
On the night before's the time to do ya bag packin.

Next verse will protect you from the hearse or lots of scars,
Bling out reflective, be seen, and look both ways for cars.

So there is no fussin and no rushin, in case you run slow,
It's better to leave early than be late you know.

Your bag size tells no lies and it can't grow,
So a little bigger than you need is the way to go.

The rain is a pain so make sure you never forget,
A dry bag in the pack so your clothes ain't wet.

Players always rock layers and so should you,
Cold can get hot real quick in the morning dew.

It's not needy or greedy to over pack,
Leave extra stuff at work in case you get slack.

Check the plan that you ran, and watch your route,
Sometimes the shortest path is not the easiest way out.

There is power in a shower, and in the sink
Spray down, wipe off and then you won't stink.

Last word for the herd as you join the tribe,
Have fun! Be relaxed! And enjoy the vibe....

R.I.P. Big Poppa

carb boom! The 6 Days of BOOM!

So I sent out the word that I wanted to review some gels.  The fine folks at boom! Nutrition were the first to answer the call.  They sent me a mixed flavor sampler

And some temporary tattoos

These are for poowi and mood.  I have never heard of these companies.  Must have been mix up. 

So when I think of Carb Boom!  I think...

The B's blend in my head to make one word.  

And before I really start I want to complain that the boom is not is all caps.  They even use a lower case b.  It's boom!  Not Boom! Or even BOOM!  It kind of like the chorus from Metallica's Damage Inc. they don't scream it. They just whisper it loudly. 

So what makes Carb Boom! Different?  Carb boom!'s biggest strength is their allnaturalness...(now officially a word!)

They tout no added sugars and no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners.  Which is great in my opinion.  Red dyes are linked to a lot of neurological issues and xylitol can give you diarrhea. 

When I'm running on the dirt, 

I don't want to have to squirt, 

diarrhea, diarrhea.

The gels are basically maltodextrin with some fruit purée added for flavor.  Simple and elegant.  I like the concept.  The packs are also slightly bigger then most gels and their tear tabs have small "wings" so they are easier to grab and tear off.  

The gels themselves are slightly thinner than other gels making them much easier  to go down.  They are all 110 Calories. With all averaging about 50mg of sodium and potassium each.  The levels vary 10-5mg depending on the flavors.  With only that orang vanilla having caffeine at a small 25mgs.  

They all have fruit porn pictures on them 

I mean come on how suggestive is this picture...

Maybe I just have a dirty mind.  

But today starts the 6 days of Carb BOOM!  I will be reviewing a gel everyday for the next 6 days.  Starting today with a random gel to be reviewed later.  

 

So we will see how Carb Boom! Fuels the monster.  Will it be...

Or will I...

Tune in to find out!  But for now, gotta run...