This combination allows for exceptionally high carbohydrate intake of 120g or more per hour, helping to support sustained performance when intensity and duration are at their peak.

Unlike standard fuelling products, the 1:1 Proto system is built around maximising carbohydrate delivery through multiple transportable pathways. By combining maltodextrin, a fast-absorbing glucose source, with fructose, the body can absorb and use more energy per hour than traditional methods. The result is a more efficient fuelling strategy that helps maintain energy levels, delay fatigue, and support stronger endurance output.

Each serving also contains a full spectrum of five key electrolytes, helping to maintain hydration balance alongside fuelling. The light and refreshing taste ensures it remains easy to consume even during long sessions or races, reducing flavour fatigue when intake needs to stay consistent. Whether you are racing in hot conditions or managing hydration in cooler climates, the flexibility of combining drinks and gels allows you to adapt your fuelling strategy in real time.

It is important to note that the 1:1 Proto range is designed for athletes committed to high carbohydrate strategies. For those fuelling below 90g per hour, a 2:1 glucose-fructose approach remains more suitable. However, for those aiming to push beyond this threshold, the TORQ 1:1 Proto Energy Drink offers a structured and effective way to reach elite-level fuelling targets.

The TORQ 1:1 Proto Energy Drink works by delivering carbohydrates through two separate absorption pathways in the body. Maltodextrin provides glucose, which is absorbed via the SGLT1 transporter, while fructose uses a different pathway known as GLUT5. By combining both in a 1:1 ratio, the body can absorb more total carbohydrate per hour than it could from a single source alone.

At high intake levels, typically around 120g per hour, glucose absorption reaches its limit. The addition of fructose allows further carbohydrate uptake, increasing the total amount of energy available to working muscles. This leads to higher carbohydrate oxidation rates, meaning more fuel is actually used for performance. When combined with electrolytes, the drink also supports hydration, helping maintain fluid balance and reduce the risk of fatigue or cramping during prolonged efforts.