Maurten hydrogel sports fuel Gel 100 Review

I have a sensitive stomach during long runs, and I have yet to find the perfect fuel for my long runs. I was hopeful to try Maurten because I heard they are easy on the stomach and have a strong energy release. However, no one warned me the texture of these gels is essentially tapioca pudding, which is not ideal while running! Honestly, I gagged and somehow choked this gel down. (They cost $3.90 so I was refusing to let it go to waste!) The only way I can think to describe the flavor is to imagine sugar in water - and it sorta tasted like that. Also, I didn't notice any significant energy release. I will admit that my stomach wasn't upset after I ate the gel, so that's a positive. Overall, these are a big NO from me. I can't get over how expensive they are and the nasty consistency they have.