Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why do some energy gels hurt my stomach?
A: Your digestive system is at it's most vulnerable during exercise and your gut needs water to digest carbohydrates. For as long as energy gels stomach issues have been around, so have some of their rather unpleasant side effects associated with certain gels.
Tips & guides
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Great North Run 2026 Fuelling Guide and Order D...
A simple Great North Run fuelling plan, plus the final KMC delivery deadline and where to find KMC in Newcastle before race day.
Great North Run 2026 Fuelling Guide and Order D...
A simple Great North Run fuelling plan, plus the final KMC delivery deadline and where to find KMC in Newcastle before race day.
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What Is a High-Carbohydrate Energy Gel? GEL X E...
GEL X is KMC’s next-generation high-carbohydrate energy gel, built with 45g carbohydrate, a 1:0.8 carbohydrate ratio, 200mg sodium and a Neutral Cooling profile for long runs, rides, races and triathlons.
What Is a High-Carbohydrate Energy Gel? GEL X E...
GEL X is KMC’s next-generation high-carbohydrate energy gel, built with 45g carbohydrate, a 1:0.8 carbohydrate ratio, 200mg sodium and a Neutral Cooling profile for long runs, rides, races and triathlons.
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Meet GEL X: The New High-Carb Energy Gel From K...
Meet KMC GEL X, a 45g high-carb energy gel developed over 18 months and tested by 300+ athletes. Learn how it works, how to use it and which KMC gel...
Meet GEL X: The New High-Carb Energy Gel From K...
Meet KMC GEL X, a 45g high-carb energy gel developed over 18 months and tested by 300+ athletes. Learn how it works, how to use it and which KMC gel...