What is the best pre-race sports / energy drink?

[Peace_Hope]

I would like to know what the best energy or sports drink is to have before a race.

I usually run anything from 400m - 1600m and need as much energy as possible.

Thanks for your help.

[ravs2k6]

While there's no question that it's difficult to duplicate the fancy electrolyte engineering that you'll find in many commercial drinks, these simple home-brewed sports-drink recipes that can give you a similar carbo and energy boost.
Dilute these to taste and stomach comfort:
CoolLemon
1 cup water
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
4 tsp. sugar
CoolCran
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup cranberry juice
1/4 tsp. salt

[Peace_Hope]

My guess is the salt is your electrolyte in these drinks?

I will definetly try them.