Trace Minerals 40,000 Volts!
Minimalists who want unflavored electrolyte concentrate to add to any drink
Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
Ultra-endurance athletes who need combined calories and electrolytes during long events
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Trace Minerals 40,000 Volts!
Minimalists who want unflavored electrolyte concentrate to add to any drink
Trace Minerals 40,000 Volts takes a unique approach — a pure liquid electrolyte concentrate with zero sugar, flavoring, or additives. Add it to water, juice, or smoothies for electrolytes without committing to a specific flavor. The trade-off is taste and convenience.
Strengths
- Liquid concentrate format — add to any beverage without changing flavor significantly
- Zero sugar, zero calories, zero carbs — purest electrolyte delivery method
- 48 servings from one bottle at ~$0.54/serving with full mineral spectrum
Limitations
- Concentrate has a strong mineral/salty taste if not diluted enough
- Requires measuring — no pre-portioned convenience like stick packs
- Some users report a metallic aftertaste at higher concentrations
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
