Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
Ultra-endurance athletes who need combined calories and electrolytes during long events
BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
Ultra-endurance athletes who need combined calories and electrolytes during long events
Tailwind is the go-to endurance fuel for ultra runners and long-distance cyclists. It's intentionally high in sugar (organic dextrose) to fuel prolonged exercise, not for daily hydration. If you need calories and electrolytes in one bottle during a race, nothing else compares.
Strengths
- All-in-one endurance fuel combining calories, electrolytes, and hydration in one mix
- Clean and simple ingredient list with just organic dextrose and electrolytes
- Designed to be the only fuel needed during long endurance events
Limitations
- 25g sugar per serving from organic dextrose — highest sugar in this comparison
- Specifically designed for during-exercise fueling — not a daily hydration product
- Lower electrolyte density per serving compared to dedicated electrolyte mixes
When to Choose BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
BODYARMOR Flash I.V. is widely available and affordable, but the inclusion of sucralose and a proprietary blend without disclosed electrolyte amounts puts it near the bottom on ingredient transparency and quality. Fine for casual hydration, but health-conscious users should look elsewhere.
Strengths
- Very affordable at ~$0.58/stick — one of the cheapest per-serving options
- Good taste with wide mass-market appeal and retail availability
- Coconut water base provides some natural electrolyte content
Limitations
- Contains sucralose (artificial sweetener) despite marketing as "better for you"
- Ingredient label lacks specific electrolyte amounts — proprietary blend
- Owned by Coca-Cola — marketing emphasis on sports branding over ingredient quality
