Food for extended day climbs?

Post by **rjackson** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 3:32 pm

Some protein and some chocolate.

Lots of fluids (partial to alternating G2 and H2O).

And then a little more chocolate.

Bananas and oranges if you can keep from squishing them.

And then a little more chocolate.

Post by **gus** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 4:28 pm

i'm personally shocked that Ho or anti have not replied yet. this site is turning into genuine Q and A.

Post by **Savage** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 4:47 pm

And lets not forget the delicious Snickers DARK....yum, yum!

Post by **gripster** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 5:03 pm

PB&J (made the same way as mentioned above, that trick really works), beef jerky, some sort of food bars. Crackers, cans of tuna and a jar of peanut butter is a good collection to bring as well. In the winter i really like hot food though, and a lot of times i will bring some canned food like spaghettio's or a pasta like cous cous (It cooks quick and gives you lots of energy) along with my pocket rocket and a pot.

I am surprised that i never really see anyone else busting out a backpackers stove on cold days at the crag. Does anyone else prepare hot food at the crag?

Post by **Savage** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 5:13 pm

rarely, but we have busted out hot chocolate or tea at the crag. The best, my friend made us croque missuor. Its basically a grilled ham and cheese with the bread soak in beaten egg first. there were some jealous folks that day...

Post by **overhung** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 5:27 pm

GWG wrote:peanut butter and bacon sandwiches.

Man, that sounds good right now.

Post by **Steve** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 7:24 pm

I'd agree with Ascentionist...gels. They are light, easy to digest, and will provide you with enough calories if you eat them regularly. Don't get the silly little packets (too much trash to pack around), get a reusable gel bottle and buy in bulk.

This stuff is gooood http://www.hammernutrition.com/za/HNT?P ... OD.ID=4039

Or you could always go old school bread, cheese, and cured meats. Mmmmmmm percutio.

Post by **Savage** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 7:52 pm

good call on the bottle. no need for all that trash!

Post by **Josephine** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 8:20 pm

peanut butter and honey (you don't have to refrigerate honey so it's easier if you're going to climb multiple days in a row) or if i'm feeling fancy - turkey and cheese

granola bars

fruit - dried or fresh

nuts or seeds

chocolate

i bring double what i think i'll eat. i get grumpy if i don't eat enough.

Post by **bcombs** » Thu Aug 20, 2009 8:32 pm

Try swapping the jelly or honey for blue agave. It's low GI and will work for you longer during the all day trips. It's got a great maple taste too.