The musette of Biniam Girmay

In it, their sprinter Biniam Girmay already won three stages and took two other podium places. Moreover, the rider from Eritrea made history by becoming the first black African to win a stage in the Tour (third stage, 1 July 2024, Piacenza-Turin). Meanwhile, due to the strong performance of the entire team, "Bini" has been riding in the green for a two week period.

During a Tour stage, the green jersey wearer aims for a carbohydrate intake of 90 to 120 grams per hour. To absorb such a high amount, he can fortunately count on well-stocked supply bags offered along the route. During an effort, it is also necessary to limit gastrointestinal distress. Therefore, the supply bag contains many carbohydrate-rich products that are quickly and easily absorbed. As a change from the many gels and isotonic drinks, it is pleasant for Biniam to also take a solid carbohydrate source once in a while. For this reason, the Natural Oat Sport Bar is one of his favourite Etixx products. This is an ideal bar to avoid an empty stomach on the bike. The delicious sweet & salty caramel flavour convinces everyone! Are you curious which other Etixx products you can find in his supply bag? Find out below.

1. Natural Oat Sport Bar

As you can read above, Biniam chooses this tasty oatmeal bar to alternate with other carbohydrate-rich sources to avoid hunger pangs.

• Contains 30g of carbohydrates for sustained energy supply
• Gives energy and fills the stomach
• Can also be used as a carbohydrate-rich snack
• With extra sodium (160mg)

2. Double Carb Energy Gel PRO LINE

To take in 90 to 120g of carbohydrates per hour, the Double Carb Energy Gel PRO LINE is the best gel in the Etixx range for the new sprint king. As this gel contains double the amount of carbohydrates (50g) compared to other Etixx Energy Gels, it can reduce his number of intakes per hour. His favourite flavour is the Peach. 

• Contains 50g of carbohydrates per gel
• 2:1 ratio of glucose:fructose for optimal absorption
• Natural flavours
• With extra sodium (200mg)
• Available in three flavours

3. Sport Gummies

With its convenient size and eight sports gummies per sachet, Biniam can perfectly spread his carbohydrate intake during a long stage.

• Contains 30g of carbohydrates and 100mg of sodium per sachet
• Convenient to take
• Tasty cola-flavoured sports sweets

4. Isotonic Drink

The Intermarché-Wanty leader opts for the Isotonic Drink Lemon to supplement both carbohydrates and minerals.

• Contains 30g of carbohydrates and minerals (280mg of sodium)
• 2:1 ratio of glucose:fructose for optimal absorption
• Neutral pH for no stomach upset
• Available in four flavours

Extras

Also in his supply bag is a small cola, a piece of banana, a rice cake...