{"product_id":"torq-carb-load-meal-high-carbohydrate-pasta-for-race-climb-day-preparation","title":"TORQ Carb-Load Meal – High-Carbohydrate Pasta for Race \u0026 Climb-Day Preparation","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p4oxtp\" data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"163\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePrepare for Race Day or Climb Day\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eTORQ Carb-Load Meal is a performance-focused hot pasta meal designed to support carbohydrate loading on the day before an endurance race, climbing competition or demanding outdoor challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eEach single-serving pouch provides \u003cstrong data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"459\"\u003e125g of multiple-transportable carbohydrates and 25g of protein\u003c\/strong\u003e in a precise 5:1 carbohydrate-to-protein formulation. With less than 3g of fat per serving, it offers a convenient way to increase carbohydrate intake without relying on large volumes of bulky food. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eSimply add hot water and wait approximately 10 minutes for a substantial pasta meal that can be prepared at home, at an event venue, in accommodation or at a campsite. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1orspav\" data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e125g carbohydrate per serving – Supports carbohydrate loading before demanding activity\u003cbr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e25g protein per serving – Provides a substantial serving of high-quality protein\u003cbr data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003e5:1 carbohydrate-to-protein ratio – Performance-optimised carb-load formulation\u003cbr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eUnder 3g fat – Designed to provide concentrated carbohydrate without a heavy, high-fat meal\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eMultiple-transportable carbohydrates – Performance-focused carbohydrate blend\u003cbr data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eReady in approximately 10 minutes – Just add hot water\u003cbr data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eSingle-serving pouch – Convenient for travel, competitions and climbing trips\u003cbr data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eThree savoury flavours – Choose from tomato, mushroom or chilli recipes\u003cbr data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eVegan options available – Tomato \u0026amp; Basil and Chilli Non Carne\u003cbr data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003ePortable performance food – Easy to pack with race or climbing equipment \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1jiwnfo\" data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eBuilt for the Day Before a Race or Climbing Challenge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eTORQ Carb-Load Meals are designed to help increase carbohydrate intake during the 24 hours before an important endurance event or physically demanding challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eStored carbohydrate, known as glycogen, provides an important source of energy during sustained exercise. TORQ recommends using its Carb-Load products as part of a wider high-carbohydrate diet before longer events, rather than treating one pouch as a complete carbohydrate-loading strategy by itself. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eIdeal before:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eRunning races\u003cbr data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eCycling events\u003cbr data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003eTriathlon\u003cbr data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eClimbing competitions\u003cbr data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2395\"\u003eBouldering competitions\u003cbr data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003eLong sport-climbing days\u003cbr data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003eMulti-pitch climbing\u003cbr data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eAlpine climbing\u003cbr data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eLong mountain days\u003cbr data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eAdventure races\u003cbr data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eEndurance challenges\u003cbr data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eMulti-day events\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1mo464f\" data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003eChoose Your Flavour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eTomato \u0026amp; Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2726\"\u003eA hot pasta meal with a rich tomato and basil sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, herbs and pea protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003eServing size: 178g\u003cbr data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003eEnergy: 623kcal\u003cbr data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003eCarbohydrate: 125g\u003cbr data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003eProtein: 25g\u003cbr data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003eFat: 2.4g\u003cbr data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2815\"\u003eFibre: 10g\u003cbr data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eDietary information: Suitable for vegans \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003eCreamy Mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2929\" data-end=\"3047\"\u003eA comforting pasta meal with skimmed milk powder, mushroom powder, pieces of mushroom, onion, garlic and black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3233\"\u003eServing size: 171g\u003cbr data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eEnergy: 607kcal\u003cbr data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eCarbohydrate: 125g\u003cbr data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3109\"\u003eProtein: 25g\u003cbr data-start=\"3121\" data-end=\"3124\"\u003eFat: 1.4g\u003cbr data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003eFibre: 4.8g\u003cbr data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3150\"\u003eDietary information: Suitable for vegetarians \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3235\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3235\" data-end=\"3255\"\u003eChilli Non Carne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3369\"\u003eA vegan pasta meal with tomato, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, pea protein, herbs and a gentle chilli seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3371\" data-end=\"3549\"\u003eServing size: 178g\u003cbr data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3392\"\u003eEnergy: 623kcal\u003cbr data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3410\"\u003eCarbohydrate: 125g\u003cbr data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003eProtein: 25g\u003cbr data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003eFat: 2.4g\u003cbr data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003eFibre: 10g\u003cbr data-start=\"3468\" data-end=\"3471\"\u003eDietary information: Suitable for vegans \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cb024s\" data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"3586\"\u003ePerformance-Focused Formulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3588\" data-end=\"3742\"\u003eEach TORQ Carb-Load Meal combines instant pasta with maltodextrin and flavour-specific ingredients to provide a high-carbohydrate, protein-fortified meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3936\"\u003eThe products are formulated from dried ingredients to retain flavour and nutrients while creating a portable meal that requires only hot water to prepare. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"3938\" data-end=\"3956\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3958\" data-end=\"4629\"\u003eBrand: TORQ\u003cbr data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"3972\"\u003eProduct: Carb-Load Meal\u003cbr data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"3998\"\u003eProduct Type: High-carbohydrate instant pasta meal\u003cbr data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4051\"\u003ePack Size: 1 single-serving pouch\u003cbr data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4087\"\u003eFlavours: Tomato \u0026amp; Basil, Creamy Mushroom or Chilli Non Carne\u003cbr data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4155\"\u003eServing Weight: 171–178g depending on flavour\u003cbr data-start=\"4200\" data-end=\"4203\"\u003eCarbohydrate: 125g per pouch\u003cbr data-start=\"4231\" data-end=\"4234\"\u003eProtein: 25g per pouch\u003cbr data-start=\"4256\" data-end=\"4259\"\u003eCarbohydrate-to-Protein Ratio: 5:1\u003cbr data-start=\"4293\" data-end=\"4296\"\u003eFat: 1.4–2.4g depending on flavour\u003cbr data-start=\"4330\" data-end=\"4333\"\u003eEnergy: 607–623kcal depending on flavour\u003cbr data-start=\"4373\" data-end=\"4376\"\u003ePreparation: Add hot water\u003cbr data-start=\"4402\" data-end=\"4405\"\u003ePreparation Time: Approximately 10 minutes\u003cbr data-start=\"4447\" data-end=\"4450\"\u003eRecommended Use: The day before a race, climbing event or endurance challenge\u003cbr data-start=\"4527\" data-end=\"4530\"\u003eDietary Information: Vegan or vegetarian depending on flavour \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bnxf7m\" data-start=\"4631\" data-end=\"4654\"\u003eAllergy Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4656\" data-end=\"4740\"\u003eAll three flavours contain pasta made from durum wheat and therefore contain gluten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4742\" data-end=\"4911\"\u003eCreamy Mushroom also contains milk. Tomato \u0026amp; Basil and Chilli Non Carne are suitable for vegans according to TORQ, while Creamy Mushroom is suitable for vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4913\" data-end=\"5060\"\u003eAlways check the individual packaging for the latest ingredients and allergen information before consumption. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qw4ccu\" data-start=\"5062\" data-end=\"5076\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5078\" data-end=\"5153\"\u003eTear open the top of the pouch and add the recommended amount of hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5155\" data-end=\"5337\"\u003eStir thoroughly, ensuring the water reaches the ingredients around the edges and bottom of the pouch. Leave for approximately 10 minutes, stir again and enjoy directly from the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5339\" data-end=\"5586\"\u003eUse during the day before your race, climbing competition or endurance challenge as part of your wider carbohydrate-loading plan. 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