Fuel & Flasks - Shelby Farrell
⛽️ These are my go-to trail fuel systems, snacks, slurps, flasks, and little tricks for keeping the engine running and avoiding a full-on bonk. Nutrition is always evolving, so I’ll keep updating this list with notes on what’s working for training, racing, and big adventure days.
Shelby Farrell's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu
Products in this list
- SkyFlask™ Speed 500ml by HydraPak — The SpeedFill cap is a game-changer. No fumbling with twist caps when you’re rushed and wrecked mid-ultra. The handheld strap is simple and dialed. Easy to carry when full, easy to stash when empty.
- Skratch Labs Sport Energy Chews by REI — Smashed these Energy Chews mid 13-mile training run. It's great having something in your pocket that you actually want to eat.
- HYPERLYTE H1C by Hyperlyte — I love how easy the math is: 100g carbs, 1000mg sodium, 100mg caffeine. Let’s gooo. As someone who definitely appreciates a caffeinated product, this stuff hits. The flavor is mellow enough that flavor fatigue never becomes an issue, even deep into an effort. I’ve been doing one scoop per 500ml flask so far, but I could absolutely see myself two-scoopin’ it for harder days out there.
- Nathan Insulated Soft Flask - 18 fl. oz. Clear 18 Fl Oz by Nathan — The insulation is clutch on super cold and super hot days. It's such a treat to have cold water in your flask when you're in the middle of the desert.
- Energy Puree | Apple & Maple Syrup by Näak — Use code SHELBZZF to get 15% off your order! This stuff is yummy and made with more natural ingredients than a lot of sports nutrition out there. My only caution: don’t overdo it. I tried fueling Cocodona entirely on Näak products and learned I personally do better mixing in a wider variety of fuel sources during really long efforts.
- High Carb Fuel by Tailwind Nutrition — Each packet packs 90g of carbs, mixes super easily, and I especially love the Ginger Lime flavor. The real ginger gives it a lighter, more natural taste that goes down really well deep into long runs.
