{"product_id":"c30-caffeine-energy-gel-espresso","title":"Never Second C30+ Espresso Caffeine Energy Gel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA caffeinated isotonic gel for athletes who want a carb hit and a caffeine lift in a single sachet - in a coffee flavour that doesn't taste like artificial syrup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 60ml gel delivering 30g of carbohydrate in a 2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio, plus 75mg of caffeine - roughly equivalent to a small espresso. The dual-transporter carb blend (SGLT1 for glucose, GLUT5 for fructose) allows higher absorption rates than glucose-only gels. The isotonic, liquid-like texture is easier to swallow mid-effort than thicker gels, and doesn't demand water to wash it down. 200mg of sodium supports hydration alongside the fuelling. The espresso flavour suits athletes who reach for coffee before a session and want the on-bike or on-run version of the same hit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLate in long sessions when energy and focus start to drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRace-day fuelling for cycling, running, triathlon, and Hyrox\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHard efforts or surges - take 20-30 minutes before to time the caffeine peak\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEarly-morning races where you've skipped or under-caffeinated breakfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhen you actually like the taste of coffee and want a flavour that matches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 20-30 minutes before you need the effect - caffeine peaks in the bloodstream around 30-45 minutes after ingestion. For longer events, consider one caffeinated gel every 90-120 minutes rather than every fuelling cycle, to avoid stacking caffeine too high. Total daily caffeine intake from all sources (including pre-race coffee) is worth tracking - 3-6mg\/kg bodyweight is the broadly evidence-supported performance range. Test in training first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30g carbohydrate per gel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-dosed for easy fuelling maths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75mg caffeine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate dose - one to two gels covers most athletes' performance range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2:1 glucose-to-fructose ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-transporter blend for higher absorption rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200mg sodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful electrolyte top-up alongside the carbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsotonic, liquid texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doesn't need water to swallow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich espresso flavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real coffee character, not sweet syrup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInformed Sport certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batch tested for banned substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains caffeine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not recommended for children or pregnant\/breastfeeding women.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Never Second","offers":[{"title":"Single Sachet (60ml)","offer_id":43289721438267,"sku":"NS-C30P-GEL-ESP-1","price":99.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Box (12 x 60ml)","offer_id":43548448981051,"sku":"NS-C30P-GEL-ESP-12","price":1080.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/0060\/3963\/files\/NeverSecondC30_EspressoCaffeineEnergyGel.png?v=1773826061","url":"https:\/\/macgrif.com\/products\/c30-caffeine-energy-gel-espresso","provider":"Macgrif","version":"1.0","type":"link"}