Fuel your performance with our premium range of sports nutrition products at Wildfire Sports & Trek. Whether you're a beginner runner, elite ultramarathoner, endurance cyclist or weekend adventurer, proper nutrition is key to going the distance and increasing your training load while reducing your risk of hitting a wall. Fine-tune your nutrition and hydration strategy with your choice of energy gels, energy bars, hydration powders and electrolyte capsules. With research-based sports nutrition from some of the best brands including Maurten, GU Energy, Koda Nutrition, Clif, Skratch Labs, Tailwind Nutrition and Pillar Performance, you can nourish your body effectively and even help speed up your recovery to get the most out of every session - from short sprints to multi-day hikes.

Energy Gels

Energy gels are a compact, efficient source of carbohydrates designed to fuel your body during long endurance efforts or high-intensity activity like running, cycling or hiking. They deliver a fast-absorbing boost of energy - usually in the form of simple sugars like glucose, fructose or maltodextrin. Sports gels help you maintain performance and delay fatigue when your muscle glycogen stores - your body’s primary energy source - starts to run low. 

Most athletes take one sports gel every 30 - 45 minutes during activity lasting over an hour, followed by water to aid absorption and prevent stomach upset. However, the exact timing will be influenced by the specific energy gel, your personal needs and preferences. Some runners take an energy gel 15 minutes before the starting blocks on race day to ensure their glycogen levels are topped up, priming their body for performance. 

At Wildfire Sports & Trek, you’ll find a wide range of energy gels tailored to your needs. Maurten energy gels are ideal for sensitive stomachs thanks to their patented hydrogel technology, and are frequently a favoured choice for elite athletes. Fixx Nutrition offers further gut-friendly gels, with easy palatability and a delicious taste without being overly sweet. If you’re a budget-conscious runner, Australian brand Koda Nutrition may have the best energy gel for you with their variety of flavoured gels with a smooth consistency. For a more natural energy gel, New Zealand born PURE Sports Nutrition are a top choice for their wholesome ingredients. 

Whether you’re training for a marathon, lining up at an ultra or heading out for a weekend hike, these top gels give you the energy to go further, stronger and smarter. For an additional boost in mental focus, consider integrating energy gels with caffeine into your race day nutrition plan from GU Energy, Endura, PeakFuel or your favourite brands above. 

Energy Bars & Snacks

Energy bars and snacks are a convenient and satisfying way to fuel your body on the run. High-quality energy bars typically provide a balanced blend of carbohydrates, protein and fats to keep your energy levels steady and your hunger in check - ideal for longer sessions, multi-hour adventures, or when you need something more substantial than an energy gel. Whether you're prepping for a race, heading into the mountains or recovering post-workout, having the right energy bar or nutrient-dense snack on hand can make a dramatic difference in your stamina and recovery

From chewy oat-based bars from Winners Sports Nutrition, to nut-packed or nut-free snacks and trail-ready bites, our range of energy bars, protein bars and sports snacks offers sustained energy with key macronutrients. Ideal for pre-, mid-, or post-workout fuelling, you’ll find both vegan energy bars and gluten-free energy bars in our collection, made with real-food ingredients, as well as energy chews and other athlete-approved options like Revvies Energy Strips. 

If you’re after something proven and performance-focused, Clif Energy Bars are a trusted staple, made with natural and organic ingredients. They're packed with long-lasting carbs, moderate protein and just enough fat to keep you going without feeling heavy - or you can opt for Clif Shot Blocks energy chews for a quick and convenient burst of energy. Energy chews are easy to eat, gentle on the stomach and the Skratch Labs energy chews come in real fruit flavours to keep your taste buds engaged on long outings.

For those who prefer real, wholefood options, freeze-dried fruits from Forager Food Co are a favourite trail snack. Freeze-dried fruits are a lightweight, all-natural treat that’s perfect for clean eating on the move - no additives, just 100% fruit. 

Sports Drinks & Powders

Hydration powders & sports drinks are essential for maintaining hydration and electrolyte balance during endurance training and racing. When you sweat, you lose more than just water - you also lose essential minerals like sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. Replacing these electrolytes helps prevent cramping, supports muscle function and keeps your body performing at its best, especially during long sessions or in hot conditions. Many sports drinks and drink mixes also include carbohydrates to top up your energy stores, giving you a steady fuel source that’s easier on your stomach than solid food.

Whether you're running, cycling or adventuring outdoors, sports drinks and electrolyte powders help you perform stronger for longer. At Wildfire Sports & Trek, you’ll find a range of options to match your needs. Tailwind Nutrition and Trail Brew offer easy-to-digest, all-in-one drink mixes that provide both fuel and support hydration - perfect for sustained endurance efforts, especially when complemented with solid foods as needed. If you’re chasing cutting-edge performance, Maurten’s drink mixes use hydrogel technology for smoother absorption of carbs and electrolytes. 

Looking for recovery or daily support? Pillar Performance offers scientifically formulated sports powders and micronutrition supplements designed to support high-performance athletes and active individuals. Focused on muscle repair, joint health, sleep quality and overall wellbeing, these formulations range from magnesium supplements for recovery to immune-boosting powders with high-dose vitamin C, delivering targeted support to help you train harder, recover faster and perform at your peak.

Sports Nutrition Capsules & Tablets

Sports nutrition capsules & tablets offer a convenient, efficient way to supply your body with essential nutrients. Electrolyte tablets and capsules specifically are an easy and reliable method to support hydration and maintain electrolyte balance during endurance activities. Like traditional electrolyte drinks, these supplements help replace key minerals lost through sweat - such as sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium - to support muscle function, nerve signalling and fluid balance. Maintaining these levels is critical to reducing the risk of cramps, fatigue and dehydration, especially during long runs, rides, hikes, or high-intensity sessions.

Electrolyte capsules are compact, lightweight and mess-free, making them perfect for runners, cyclists and travellers with limited space. They can be swallowed with plain water - ideal for athletes wanting to avoid the excess sugars or flavours commonly found in many sports drinks. Electrolyte tablets, which typically dissolve in water, are equally portable and instantly transform plain water into an electrolyte sports drink. This convenience makes them ideal during long-distance events, training or travel when carrying sports drinks isn’t always practical.

Among the most trusted options are GU Energy Electrolyte Brew hydration tablets and BIX Hydration tablets. GU Energy tablets deliver a lightly flavoured blend of sodium and potassium - ideal for athletes looking for electrolyte replenishment without additional sugars or calories. BIX Hydration tablets provide sugar-free hydration support, offering a precise formula of electrolytes for training and recovery. Both options are clean, effective and built for performance.

For broader nutritional support, Pillar Performance tablets help fill dietary gaps with high-quality micronutrient blends tailored to active lifestyles. Whether it’s magnesium for recovery or a formula rich in omega-3 fatty acids to support the health of your joints, Pillar Performance makes it easy to maintain a consistent, science-backed routine. 

Vegan & Vegetarian Sports Nutrition

At Wildfire Sports & Trek, we stock a growing range of dairy-free and plant-based sports nutrition options for vegan and vegetarian athletes. Fuel your adventures with vegan-friendly offerings including energy gels, energy bars & chews, hydration powders and recovery blends that don’t compromise on ethics or performance.

Top sports nutrition brands like Clif and Forager Food Co offer wholefood-based energy bars and freeze-dried fruits respectively that are not only vegan but also free from artificial additives. For hydration and endurance, Skratch Labs and PURE Sports Nutrition provide vegan electrolyte and carbohydrate drink mixes made with real ingredients and no animal products. 

Looking for a performance-focused energy gel? Maurten’s minimalist, vegan formula is ideal for sensitive stomachs and long races. Whether you're seeking clean, ethical fuelling or managing dietary restrictions, our vegan sports nutrition range helps you stay energised, hydrated and aligned with your lifestyle.

Sports Drink Bottles

Hydration is a cornerstone of optimal nutrition, and is a fundamental aspect for the training strategy of every beginner runner, professional athlete or outdoor enthusiast. While energy gels, hydration powders and protein snacks often dominate the nutrition category, water bottles deserve equal spotlight for their crucial role in fuelling performance. Whether you’re tackling a trail, climbing a peak or endurance racing, the ability to carry and access clean, sufficient water is non-negotiable. Dehydration can impair focus, delay recovery and severely limit physical output. A high-quality drink bottle isn’t just a convenience - it’s a performance-enhancing tool.

At Wildfire Sports & Trek, we stock leading hydration brands built for every kind of adventure. Hydrapak offers ultralight collapsible bottles, soft flasks and water bottles with filtration systems for endurance athletes and adventurers. Hydro Flask and CamelBak stand out with their vacuum-insulated bottles that keep liquids cold for hours, perfect for long days outdoors, while Nalgene’s tough, leak-proof and BPA-free drink bottles are praised for their rugged designs.  

Choosing the right water bottle doesn’t just support hydration - it enhances how you absorb and manage your nutrition on the go. Whether you’re carrying electrolyte mixes, cooling off mid-trek or simply keeping your fluids consistent, the sports water bottle you choose can have a genuine impact on your performance and comfort. Explore our water bottle range to find the perfect match for your sport and lifestyle, because peak nutrition starts with staying properly hydrated.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What Is The Best Sports Nutrition For Long-distance Running?

Long-distance running isn’t just a test of physical endurance - it’s a challenge of metabolic efficiency and mental focus. To perform at your best, you need a steady supply of fuel and hydration that keeps energy levels high and muscle function sharp from the first kilometre to the last. While daily nutrition - including complex carbohydrates, lean protein and a colourful range of fruits and vegetables - lays the foundation, what you eat and drink during your run plays a crucial role in how well you train and race.

As you run, your body relies heavily on carbohydrates to power muscles and maintain mental concentration. Once your glycogen (stored energy) levels begin to dwindle - usually after about 60 to 90 minutes - your performance can drop sharply. This is why fuelling during a run becomes essential for anything longer than an hour. 

Consider keeping the following convenient, energy-boosting options in your hydration pack to stay run-ready:

Energy Gels 

Energy gels from top sports nutrition brands like Maurten, Koda Nutrition and Fixx Nutrition deliver quick-absorbing carbs that help delay fatigue and maintain a steady pace. Take an energy gel as directed for consistent energy during endurance training.

Energy Bars & Energy Chews

Skratch Labs energy chews and Clif energy bars offer longer-lasting fuel and are easy to eat on the move. These are ideal for long training runs or when you want a break from sports gels.

Wholefoods

Many ultra and trail runners supplement with real food like Forager Food Co nutrition products. You may benefit from eating freeze-dried fruits, bananas, nut butter sachets or boiled potatoes for slow-burn energy and palate variety during ultra-endurance events.

Nutrition Tip: Experiment with your nutrition during training - not race day. A personalised nutrition strategy helps you stay energised, prevent GI issues and perform at your best during competition.

Many runners benefit from choosing energy gels or sports drinks, as including both in your nutrition strategy can lead to digestive distress as your body can only absorb a limited amount of carbs at one time. 

Which Energy Gel Is Best?

The best energy gel is the one that works best for your body, goals and taste preferences - especially during long or intense efforts. Everyone digests and responds to fuel differently, so it's important to test a few in training before race day. That said, some brands consistently stand out for their quality, performance and athlete trust.

Shop top energy gels based on your needs:

For Sensitive Stomachs: Maurten

Maurten energy gels are a favourite among elite runners for their hydrogel technology, which allows smooth digestion with minimal ingredients - ideal for avoiding GI issues during long races.

For All-Round Performance: GU Energy Gels

GU Energy gels offer an effective blend of carbohydrates, electrolytes, amino acids and optional caffeine, giving you fast energy and muscle support in one portable sachet.

For Simplicity, Affordability & Flavour Variety: Koda Nutrition

Koda Nutrition energy gels are lightweight, mildly flavoured and easy to consume, making them perfect for first-timers or runners who prefer a less sweet, no-nonsense option.

For Nature-Inspired, Plant-Based Fuel: PURE Sports Nutrition & Fixx Nutrition 

PURE Sports Nutrition energy gels are made with real fruit ingredients and offer bold flavours with or without caffeine - great if you’re after a more natural, high-performing gel. Fixx Nutrition energy gels are another option that incorporates the benefits of naturally derived ingredients like green tea extract. Both brands of energy gels are vegan-friendly, gluten-free and preservative-free.

Ultimately, the best gel is the one you enjoy using, that digests well, and keeps your energy stable. Try different types during your long training runs to find your ideal match!

What’s The Best Drink To Replace Electrolytes?

The best electrolyte drink is one that quickly replaces the minerals you lose through sweat - without upsetting your stomach or overloading you with sugar. Electrolytes like sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium are critical for muscle function, hydration and endurance. The right sports drink helps you avoid cramping, maintain energy and stay focused during long or intense efforts.

To hydrate and replenish electrolytes effectively, consider the following research-based nutrition products: 

For Neutral Taste & Innovative Hydrogel Technology: Maurten

Maurten is known for its hydrogel technology, which encapsulates carbohydrates and electrolytes in a gel matrix that passes smoothly through the stomach. Maurten Drink Mix 160 and Drink Mix 320 are carbohydrate sports fuels that provide a mild, almost neutral flavour that delivers effective hydration and fuelling with minimal digestive stress - perfect for athletes with sensitive stomachs.

For Gut-Friendly Hydration Support With Isotonic Balance: Infinit Nutrition

Infinit Nutrition specialises in isotonic electrolyte drinks - meaning they closely match the concentration of electrolytes and carbohydrates found in your blood. This allows for fast absorption and efficient hydration without bloating or GI issues.

For All-in-One Fuel & Hydration: Tailwind Nutrition & Trail Brew

Tailwind Nutrition and Trail Brew are fantastic choices if you want a sports drink that combines electrolytes with easy-to-digest carbohydrates - ideal for long runs or rides. These blends provide both energy and support hydration in a simple, stomach-friendly formula.

For A Lighter, Real-Food Inspired Approach: Skratch Labs & PURE Sports Hydration

Skratch Labs and PURE Sports Hydration electrolyte drinks contain real fruit, making them ideal if you’re sensitive to sweet or artificial-tasting sports drinks, while effectively replacing the key minerals lost in sweat.

Happy training!