{"product_id":"maurten-drink-mix-160","title":"Maurten Drink Mix 160 | Hydrogel Carb Drink for Endurance Athletes","description":"\u003ch2\u003e40g Carbs. Hydrogel Technology. Zero Compromise.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaurten Drink Mix 160 is a science-backed carbohydrate drink designed for endurance athletes who need reliable, gut-friendly fuel during training and racing. Each 500ml serving delivers 40g of carbohydrates using Maurten's patented Hydrogel Technology — the same formula trusted by elite athletes at the Boston Marathon, Berlin Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and Ironman World Championship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Hydrogel Technology Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen mixed with water and consumed, Drink Mix 160 transforms into a hydrogel matrix in the stomach. This encapsulates the carbohydrates and transports them efficiently through the gastrointestinal tract, enabling rapid absorption with significantly reduced GI distress — even at race pace or in hot conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Use Drink Mix 160\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink Mix 160 is calibrated for longer, lower-to-moderate intensity efforts where a steady 40g carb input per 500ml is appropriate. It integrates seamlessly into Maurten's modular fuelling system alongside Gel 100, Gel 100 CAF 100, Drink Mix 320, and Solid 160 — allowing you to precisely hit your hourly carbohydrate targets across any race format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40g carbohydrates per 500ml serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented Hydrogel Technology for reduced GI distress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutral taste — easy to consume at race pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Maurten's full modular fuelling range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed at Abbott World Marathon Majors and Ironman events globally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClean Ingredients. Nothing Extra.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaurten's philosophy is simple: use the fewest, cleanest ingredients needed to fuel performance. Drink Mix 160 contains maltodextrin, fructose, pectin, sodium alginate, sodium chloride, and water — nothing artificial, nothing unnecessary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maurten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53278999609528,"sku":"29978","price":50.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/1109\/4336\/files\/maurtenmaurten-drink-mix-160-3526543.png?v=1778943430","url":"https:\/\/xciter.co.za\/products\/maurten-drink-mix-160","provider":"Xciter Sports Apparel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}