Posted by Alan Fredericks (2194) on 10/14/2008 10:39:35 PM
Rain - A hydration must!
75 mile ride, temps reaching 100°, Rain will give you the correct balance of electrolytes and a great taste. Rain will allow the correct rate of water absorption and stomach emptying. Other types of sports drinks are too heavy. A great product for hydration before, during and after a long ride.
I never cared for Gatorade- the taste was too strong and too salty. I LOVE Gatorade Rain. The light taste is perfect. I like both Berry and Strawberry Kiwi. I haven't tried the lime one yet.
I don't understand the complaints on this site. Of course, I am female, so maybe Rain appeals more to me for that reason. Whatever the reason, I'm basically addicted to Rain. I get all the advantages of Gatorade without the strong, salty taste.
Gatorade is one of my favorite drinks, so when I saw Gatorade Rain for the first time, I was interested. The almost crystalline-clear look of the filled bottle was the top reason I chose Berry Rain over the other Gatorade flavors available; it had absolute appeal with its clarity and "refreshing look." Their marketing people hit the nail on the head with the package's appearance.
I found the color to be more "purpley" than pink. The flavor was weaker and less sweet than standard Gatorade with a mild salty/sour finish, but still refreshing; the "half strength" flavor made it an ideal rehydrating chugger after spending over an hour in a hot auditorium.
Gatorade Rain: Berry will have a place on my usual Gatorade flavor rotation.
