226ERS

226, like the kilometers in an Ironman. A Spanish brand founded by a triathlete, with lots of vegan products.

226ERS at a glance

226ERS is a Spanish sports nutrition brand founded in 2010 in Alcoy (province of Alicante) by triathlete Jesús Sánchez Bas. Its name refers to the 226 km of an Ironman triathlon, and it is an official supplier of the IRONMAN European Series.

Brand profile
Origin	Spain (Alcoy, province of Alicante)
Founded	2010
Founder	Jesús Sánchez Bas, triathlete
Name	The 226 km of an Ironman triathlon
Partnership	Official supplier of the IRONMAN European Series

A brand born from a DNF

Jesús Sánchez discovered sports nutrition at age 13, with his first book on the subject. Later, he had to abandon the most important race of his season, the Home de Ferro in Ibiza, one of the first 226 km triathlons in Spain. The following summer, he launched 226ERS in a 12 m² office in the basement of his home, with three initial products. Today, the brand has more than 150.

An ingredient philosophy

226ERS aims to reduce or eliminate sugar whenever possible, avoid using palm oil for environmental reasons, and offer gluten-free or vegan products.

Which 226ERS product should you choose?

Gels: High Energy Gel (60 ml), with caffeine or BCAA. Isotonic Gel and mint Isotonic Ice Gel (60 ml). High Fructose Gel (80 g), with or without caffeine.
Drinks: Sub9 Energy Drink and Sub9 Race Day, High Fructose Energy Drink (90 g or 1 kg), Isotonic Drink, Energy Drink.
Bars: Race Day (40 g), including salty Salty Trail bars, Endurance Fuel Bar (60 g), Vegan Oat Bar (50 g), Vegan Gummy Bar (30 g).
Electrolytes: Sub9 Salts.
Recovery: Recovery Drink.

226ERS at Nutri-Bay

Its Salty Trail bars are a good option for trail running. For another Spanish brand with high doses, compare it with Santa Madre.

Sources: 226ERS, About us, Nazca Capital.

Frequently asked questions about 226ERS

Why is the brand called 226ERS?

226 is the total distance in kilometers of an Ironman triathlon. Just as those who complete a marathon are called “finishers,” the brand calls those who complete an Ironman 226ERS.

Where does 226ERS come from?

From Alcoy, in the province of Alicante, Spain, where the brand was founded in 2010 by triathlete Jesús Sánchez Bas.

Is 226ERS an Ironman partner?

Yes, the brand is an official supplier of the IRONMAN European Series and has been present at the Ironman Lanzarote aid stations.

What are 226ERS High Fructose gels?

80 g gels from the High Fructose range, with or without caffeine. Their ingredients and carbohydrates are detailed on the product page.

Does 226ERS offer vegan products?

Yes, especially the Vegan Oat Bar and the Vegan Gummy Bar. The brand also claims to offer a palm oil-free range and many gluten-free products.