USA Cycling has announced Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit as an official sponsor for the summer cycling season.
A release from the national governing body noted… ‘With a combination of more than 20 vitamins and minerals and three times the vitamin C in a medium orange, per serving (2 kiwifruit), Zespri SunGold Kiwis are the perfect pre and post ride snack that has the nutrients to help cyclists of all levels fuel up and recover while training and racing this summer.’
“We’re excited to support USA Cycling members and athletes across the US by providing them with delicious taste and nutritional benefits of Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit,” said Jeanne Wilson, Head of Marketing at Zespri North America.
“Cyclists will love the refreshing burst of tropical-sweetness they taste when scooping into SunGold kiwis, while getting the carbohydrates, potassium and vitamin C they need to help them pedal to the finish line.”
The company notes that one serving of Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit includes:
- 26g of carbohydrates for energy
- A good source of potassium, providing as much potassium as a medium-sized banana
- An excellent source of vitamin C, providing a whopping 290% of the recommended daily value
- 100 calories
- A combination of over 20 essential vitamins and minerals to meet the nutritional needs of active people
“We are excited to add Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit as a USA Cycling partner, and introduce them to cycling and the Olympic movement,” said Bouker Pool, Chief Commercial Officer at USA Cycling.
“Athletes are always looking for great nutritious options on and off the bike, and their SunGold kiwifruit is a great option, plus they’re deliciously sweet and refreshing. If you haven’t tried one yet, you’re missing out!”
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