Pack gels énergétiques Maurten Mix 480

Mix 480 Gel is a powder to be mixed with water, whilst Gel 100 and Gel 160 come in ready-to-use sachets.

The standard Maurten gels (Gel 100, Gel 160) require no preparation and can be consumed straight from the sachet. Mix 480 Gel, on the other hand, must be mixed with 200 ml of water in a flask before use, resulting in a texture that is more fluid than the ready-to-use gels but thicker than Mix Drink.

The Hydrogel technology is the same for both formats: it enables the product to form a firmer gel on contact with stomach acid, facilitating the transport of carbohydrates. One advantage of the Gel Mix 480 is the option to add flavourings to customise the taste, a feature not available with the sachet-based gels.

One sachet of Mix 480 Gel contains 120 grams of carbohydrates, to be mixed with 200 ml of water.

This amount of carbohydrates is dissolved in the Mix Flask 350 ml, a flexible container fitted with a SpeedFill cap for quick filling and a mouth valve for easy consumption whilst exercising.

This hydrogel format is designed for prolonged endurance activities, where a steady energy supply is crucial: long rides, races or sustained training sessions requiring consistent nutrition.

Mix 480 Gel is designed for use with the Gel Mix Flask 350 ml, although other containers may also be used.

The Gel Mix Flask 350 ml is a flexible flask fitted with a SpeedFill cap for quick refilling, a 200 ml fill line for water, and a mouth valve for easy drinking on challenging terrain. It is designed to be carried in a running vest, a belt or a back pocket.

Other flasks or bottles can be used with the Gel Mix 480, but they are not considered optimal according to the available product information.

No, the Mix 480 Gel contains no added flavourings, preservatives or colourings.

Its composition is simple: maltodextrin, fructose, gelling agents (xanthan gum, sodium alginate, pectin) and an acidity regulator (sodium bicarbonate). This neutral formulation allows athletes to customise the flavour to suit their preferences.

To vary the flavour experience and combat flavour fatigue during long sessions, Maurten recommends combining the Mix 480 Gel with the brand’s Additions, available in Cola, Menthol, Orange or Apple flavours, which can be added directly to the flask before mixing.

Mix 480 Gel, once prepared, can be stored in the fridge for up to 72 hours.

This shelf life means you can prepare the mixture in advance – for example, the day before a race or a long training session – without having to mix it at the last minute.

As for unopened sachets, boxes of Mix 480 Gel have a minimum shelf life of at least four months from the date of purchase and should be stored at room temperature between 10 and 30°C.

The water used must be clean and have a calcium content of 80 mg/L or less.

This requirement is important because Mix 480 Gel is sensitive to the pH and composition of the water: water that is too hard could interfere with the correct formation of the hydrogel structure that encapsulates the carbohydrates.

The recommended preparation method is to fill the flask to the 200 ml mark with this suitable water, then add the sachet and shake vigorously until completely dissolved, before leaving to stand for 5 minutes.

Mix 480 Gel is suitable for air travel, although security regulations may vary from country to country.

The sachet measures 225x95x25 mm and weighs 125 g, whilst the full box of 6 sachets measures 268x235x41 mm and has a net weight of 750 g. The sachet is water-repellent and features a tear-open seal.

These compact dimensions make it easy to carry in a back pocket, running vest or belt, particularly when travelling to competitions abroad.

Mix 480 Gel offers a medium-thickness texture, thicker than Mix and more fluid than the classic Gel.

This new hydrogel format therefore sits between the two existing products in the Maurten range, featuring the same Hydrogel technology that transforms the mixture into a firmer gel upon contact with the stomach’s acidity.

This transformation encapsulates the carbohydrates and transports them through the stomach to the intestines, where they are absorbed and used as a source of energy during exercise.