Gnarly Nutrition Hydrate
Competitive athletes who need NSF certification and zero-sugar clean ingredients
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 Gnarly Nutrition Hydrate
Competitive athletes who need NSF certification and zero-sugar clean ingredients
Gnarly Hydrate checks the boxes for competitive athletes: NSF Certified for Sport, zero sugar, monk fruit sweetened, and solid electrolyte ratios. The taste won't please everyone, but the clean formula and certification make it a strong choice for anyone subject to drug testing.
Strengths
- NSF Certified for Sport — safe for competitive athletes subject to drug testing
- Zero sugar with no artificial sweeteners — uses monk fruit extract
- Good electrolyte balance with 200mg sodium, 250mg potassium per serving
Limitations
- Monk fruit taste can be polarizing — some find it has a slight aftertaste
- Less widely available in retail stores compared to mainstream brands
- Resealable bag format can clump in humid conditions
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
