Momentous Fuel Wins
Winner
Momentous Fuel intra-workout energy and hydration drink mix jar

Momentous Fuel

8.1

Competitive athletes who need NSF-certified fuel with carbohydrates for endurance training

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Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel powder bag in Mandarin flavor

Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel

7.4

Ultra-endurance athletes who need combined calories and electrolytes during long events

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
Momentous Fuel
Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
Overall Score
8.1
7.4
Ingredient Transparency
9.0
8.5
Electrolyte Profile
8.5
7.5
Ingredient Quality
9.0
7.5
Sugar Content
7.0
5.0
Taste & Mixability
8.5
8.5
Value
5.5
8.0
Versatility
7.0
6.0

Pricing & Features

Specification
Momentous Fuel
Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel
Price
$2.60/serving
$1.03/serving
Package Price
$38.95 for 15 servings
$30.99 for 30 servings

Making Your Decision

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When to Choose Momentous Fuel

Competitive athletes who need NSF-certified fuel with carbohydrates for endurance training

Momentous Fuel is a premium intra-workout formula designed for serious athletes. The NSF Certified for Sport designation and carbohydrate-electrolyte blend make it ideal for prolonged training, but the high price and carb content limit its appeal for casual hydration.

Strengths

  • NSF Certified for Sport — trusted by professional athletes and tested for banned substances
  • Includes carbohydrate blend for sustained energy during prolonged exercise
  • Developed with input from sports scientists and used by elite teams

Limitations

  • Most expensive per serving (~$2.60) in this comparison
  • Contains 25g carbs per serving — not suitable for keto or low-carb diets
  • Only 15 servings per jar means frequent reordering
Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel logo

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

Ready to Get Started?

Momentous Fuel intra-workout energy and hydration drink mix jar

Momentous Fuel

Score: 8.1
Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel powder bag in Mandarin flavor

Tailwind Nutrition Endurance Fuel

Score: 7.4