226ers South Africa

Most people think carbs are just… carbs.

They’re not.

Some spike your energy and leave you crashing 20 minutes later.
Others sit heavy in your stomach when you need to be moving.

And then there’s cyclodextrin.

A smarter carbohydrate that:
– empties from the stomach faster
– delivers more stable energy
– and is easier to tolerate during effort

Which means you can fuel harder… without the usual side effects.

Not all carbs are created equal.

Fuel smarter.

What really happens when you get dehydrated? 💧

With as little as a 2% drop in body weight from fluid loss, things start to shift:
– Heart rate climbs
– Core temperature rises
– Effort feels harder
– Focus fades

Performance doesn’t just dip… it unravels.

So how do you stay ahead of the heat? ☀️
✔️ Start well hydrated
✔️ Sip consistently, don’t chug
✔️ Match sodium to your sweat rate (≈1g per 1L)
✔️ Adjust your pace as temps rise
✔️ Train your gut like you train your legs

The goal isn’t to drink more.
It’s to hydrate smarter.

Water + electrolytes + strategy = better performance, longer endurance, and stronger finishes. 🚀

Cheap gels create expensive races.

It sounds dramatic… until you’ve lived it.

Low-quality fuelling can mean:
– stomach issues mid-race
– inconsistent energy spikes and crashes
– under-fuelling when it matters most
– and ultimately… a performance that doesn’t reflect your training

Your race is the worst place to cut corners.

And here’s what most people miss:
“cheap” isn’t always cheap.

When you break it down to what actually matters -
👉 rands per gram of usable carbohydrates -
higher quality gels often deliver more fuel per serving, meaning:
✔️ more energy per gel
✔️ fewer gels needed
✔️ better value over time

At 226ERS, every ingredient is intentional:
✔️ easily digestible carbohydrates
✔️ clean formulations
✔️ no unnecessary additives
✔️ designed for performance, not just price point

Because when you’re pushing your limits, your fuelling should support you - not work against you.

You’ve already invested in the training.
Don’t let your nutrition be the thing that holds you back.

Fuel smart. Race strong. ⚡

Not just the gel chosen on the global stage 🌍⚡️
…but the one backing local talent too 🇿🇦🔥

From international races to local podiums - we’re proud to fuel athletes like Marc and support the community that drives it all forward.

Because performance isn’t just global… it’s local 💥

Best of luck to Slade Smith N E I L W A S H I N G T O N for their events this weekend!!

Backing you boys all the way 🌟👊🏼

⚡ Need a little extra pep in your step? We’ve got you covered.

Buy any TWO 226ERS Energy Shot 60ml sticks at Dis-Chem and we’ll throw in a FREE 226ERS Endurance Bar to keep the good vibes rolling 🍫🔥

Because sometimes one boost isn’t enough... and neither is one snack 😎

Fuel up, stock up, and get ready to take on whatever the day (or race) throws at you.

Good luck to all our athletes this weekend!

Go out there and give it your all. Backed and fuelled by the best 🌟💥

❄️ WINTER SALE IS HERE ❄️

Enjoy 25% OFF select items on our online store 🛍️

Use code WINTERSALE at checkout to save!

Don’t miss out – limited time only

🎉 Congratulations, Nico Pretorius ! 🎉
You’re the lucky winner of our Scicon x 226ERS giveaway! 🕶️⚡
A huge thank you to everyone who entered and supported the competition. Keep an eye on our page there’s plenty more to come!
Nico, please send us a DM so we can arrange your prize.