Pedraforca Xtrail 2026
Recommended nutrition
The marathon can take over 6-7 hours in the mountains. A solid plan of gels, real food and salts makes the difference on this climbing-heavy course.
Energy gels, bars, isotonic drinks, electrolytes and a nutrition strategy for before, during and after the race. We include estimated quantities based on each race's distance and elevation gain so you can plan your own aid station supplies.
Recommended products
Maurten
Race pickMaurten Gel 100
Gel de hidrogel con 25g de carbohidratos. La tecnología de hidrogel encapsula los carbohidratos para una absorción sin molestias gástricas. Sabor neutro, sin edulcorantes artificiales. Usado por corredores de élite en maratón y ultra.
Strengths
- +Tecnología de hidrogel: excelente tolerancia gástrica
- +No necesita tomar con agua obligatoriamente
- +Sabor neutro, sin empalagar
- +25g de carbohidratos por gel
Watch out for
- −Precio elevado respecto a otros geles
- −Pocos sabores disponibles
SaltStick
Race pickSaltStick Caps
Electrolyte capsules with 215 mg of sodium each, plus potassium, calcium and magnesium in the ratio you lose through sweat. No calories or carbs: you replace salts without touching your gel strategy. The benchmark for runners who sweat heavily or race in the heat.
Strengths
- +215 mg of sodium per capsule, the highest in the comparison in solid form
- +Delivers all 4 key electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium)
- +Zero calories: compatible with any gel, bar or drink
- +Easy to dose: 1-2 capsules per hour depending on the heat
Watch out for
- −You have to swallow them with water, they don't dissolve
- −No energy: you still need gels or food separately
Dorimed
Race pickDátiles Medjool Dorimed
Palestinian Medjool dates, large and juicy. Each one delivers around 18 g of carbohydrates in a very compact format. Soft texture, easy to chew and with extremely high caloric density. The classic choice among runners looking for natural alternatives to gels.
Strengths
- +Densidad calórica altísima en muy poco volumen
- +Textura blanda, fácil de masticar corriendo
- +Rico en potasio, magnesio y fibra
- +Sabor dulce natural que no cansa
Watch out for
- −Se pegan entre sí y a todo cuando hace calor
- −Tienen hueso: hay que deshuesarlos o comprarlos sin hueso
Specific tips for Pedraforca Xtrail
- •Aid stations along the route, but carry your own reserve
- •Add salts: early-September mountain afternoons can still get hot
- •Alternate gels with solid food on the long climbs
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