Nuts!

Most ultra racers and stage racers know the benefits of nuts in their race diet.  High in calories, protein and fat these little wonders bring nutritional support in a small package.  Salted they also help satisfy the need for electrolytes.  High on the calorie per gram list are Macadamia nuts, Almonds and Pine nuts (Pignolias to some).  While I have always carried Almonds during stage races, for this year's MDS I intend to mix it up and bring some of all three for variety.  With respect to the Almonds I intend to use Marcona Almonds this time around since they are less dry and have a mild flavor making them more like peanuts.  Pine nuts will most likely be pinon pine nuts from around the local area here in New Mexico if I can find some.  The harvest this year was not very large!  You can also spice up any nuts with sea salt or other spices.  Many varieties of Almonds already come per-flavored.  An once and a half a day will bring you over 350 calories and some snacking enjoyment!