Hydration & Health Department Bulletins

[Odd Man]

LifeStraw launches lighter, tougher and more sustainable Peak Series water filtration system

The latest Peak Series of water filtration devices has been redesigned from the ground up.

www.thegearloop.com

 

[Odd Man]

New from Matador. I like the idea of reusability rather than throw away travel size and it's not a bad price for a Matador product.

 

[Odd Man]

Quickdraw has been updated.

https://www.platy.com/ie/filtration/quickdraw-filter/quickdraw-filter.html

 

[Odd Man]

New product from CNOC, collapsible bottles. Weights looks to be equivalent to Smart Water bottles.

Drinkware

What equipment do you need for trekking and camping? Let Cnoc Outdoors help you find the best outdoor hiking gear for adventurous trekking and backpacking.

cnocoutdoors.com

 

[Odd Man]

CNOC straw kit for their bottles.

Drinkware

What equipment do you need for trekking and camping? Let Cnoc Outdoors help you find the best outdoor hiking gear for adventurous trekking and backpacking.

cnocoutdoors.com

 

[Odd Man]

 

[dovidola]

Not the most scientific (as admitted by the author), but a useful illustration of the gap between product claims and performance. Shame midges were not included/harmed in this experiment!

 

[Jww]

what about flying ants, went out last night and there were thousands

 

[Diddi]

SPORTSPURSUIT HYDRATION
Deals on High five tablets and gels at the moment.

 

[tom]

Here's an article with good science info about electrolythes - I've used them myself and this is a little more substantial than what I've seen before. And it put the current hype into context...
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeand...-wonder-supplement-or-an-unnecessary-expense?

 

[Robin]

I used an electrolyte tablet in my water bottle (High5 Zero) on a recent 11 mile walk and was surprised that it seemed to maintain my energy levels. They do seem expensive for what they contain though.

 

[Diddi]

I used an electrolyte tablet in my water bottle (High5 Zero) on a recent 11 mile walk and was surprised that it seemed to maintain my energy levels. They do seem expensive for what they contain though.

Sportspursuit have them on offer usually but limited shelf life.
But can powder tableys really go off?

Could have done with some today in 30° heat ...left em at home

 

[tom]

@Robin - I was familiar with electrolythes from living in Asia but only tried using them hiking on one of my GR20 Corsican hikes in 2014 or so and I was surprised how well this worked (the village farmacy only children sachets so I took 2 a day ...). They do seem useful on longer hikes but I just use magnesium for day and short trips now. My experience matches what the article says...

 

[Nigelp]

I used an electrolyte tablet in my water bottle (High5 Zero) on a recent 11 mile walk and was surprised that it seemed to maintain my energy levels. They do seem expensive for what they contain though.

I use the SIS tablet ones. I use them more for cycling but will also mix some up when it is hot for walking or to rehydrate if I have been out in the sun all day. They do a caffeine cola one that puts a spring in your step and is great late morning!

 

[Mole]

I don't know much about it but from attempting to gauge my reaction from taking them, for me it feels like magnesium is the one that helps. I found it helps prevent the thigh cramps I often got in the evening if I do physical days.
I've used the SIS in the past, But generally use the much cheaper Scifit brand which I buy in Home Bargains @ c£1.65 for a tube of 20.
Also available on eBay for £4 and other sites for £5+.

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They also do the cola caffeine type as well. I sometimes use them on longer days.
I found their other fruit flavours apart from orange/lemon somewhat unpleasant in flavour.

 

[WilliamC]

Sportspursuit have them on offer usually but limited shelf life.
But can powder tableys really go off?

They're often discounted on Amazon, though I know that some people don't like to buy them from there.
They can absorb moisture in a warm, humid climate, but it takes a fair amount of time.
Don't put them in hold luggage on a flight...

 

[Odd Man]

I use electrolyte powder, because it's just so much cheaper albeit more of a faff on the trail. I put a couple of scoops on training days and that stops me from waking up with cramps (which I've suffered all my life, as has my dad).

Non training days I just take electrolyte tabs before going to bed for the aforementioned reason.

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[Winki]

Might also be of interest.

Magnesium: what you need to know about this important micronutrient

While most of us aren’t getting enough magnesium, supplements may not be necessary.

theconversation.com

 

[Teepee]

The true extent of subclinical magnesium deficiency is unknown, but it likely affects the majority of us and is a worldwide problem.

It's actually quite hard to get the 400mg rda without supps, drinking plenty of mineral water and eating lots of chlorophyll containing greens.

Aside from starting to get the odd cramp, especially on long days, the first sign for me of needing more Mg is a twitching eyelid or muscle.

It always goes in a drink when I'm out. I take some Mg and K Chloride and some Himalayan or grey salt. If the mix of these is nailed, the water tastes divine.

 

[Johnny3000]

I used to carry and pop a few large grains of seasalt in a small ziploc bag during marathons and trail runs, it has helped me a few times with acute cramps and near-cramps. And it's a nice change to taste something salty in between energy gels.

Electrolytes are good to keep in mind when using melted snow as a water source, too.

 

[Dickybeau]

I’ve been using Precision Hydration stuff for about 18 months now and really value their electrolytes. I’m a really heavy sweater who can destroy clothes in warm conditions. They will provide you with a personal plan based on a crude sweat assessment. I started using them after I did a LDWA 50 Mile walk. Towards the end of the walk I found myself with a mild ‘list’ to my left that I wasn’t really able to correct while I was walking. Although it gave me something else to think about, I thought it worth investigating. It turns out that such ‘lists’ can be linked to sodium deficiency. I will walk 25-30 miles some days during multi day hikes and find it worthwhile to stick to a hydration plan.

 

[Robin]

Holland & Barrett do electrolyte tablets https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/electrolyte-180-tablets-6100004680

180 for £12.60. Seems good value. No idea whether tablets or drinks work best. I did like the High5 Zero drink.

 

[JRT]

The electrolytes boom: a wonder supplement – or an unnecessary expense?

Everyone from triathletes to YouTubers is singing the praises of the super-hydrating mineral additives. Here are the benefits and disadvantages

www.theguardian.com

 

[WildAboutWalking]

The electrolytes boom: a wonder supplement – or an unnecessary expense?

Everyone from triathletes to YouTubers is singing the praises of the super-hydrating mineral additives. Here are the benefits and disadvantages

www.theguardian.com

Yes, came across that article elsewhere.
I do sweat a lot so perhaps something that I should pay more attention to in the summer.

 

[Odd Man]