Trail Brew vs SaltStick Chewables: The New Australian-Made Game Changer

SaltStick FastChews have long been a go-to for endurance athletes — but the new Trail Brew Electrolyte Chewables (Australian made) match the same active electrolytes, while simplifying dosing and cutting the cost-per-serve. Here’s everything you need to know.

Electrolyte profile: same essentials, simpler serve

Both products deliver the four essential electrolytes your body needs during long efforts: sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. The key difference is dosing: SaltStick FastChews use two tablets per serve, while Trail Brew delivers the same active ingredient amounts in one tablet per serve. That makes Trail Brew easier to dose and carry on long runs or rides.

Price and value: big savings over time

Because Trail Brew packs the same active ingredients into a single tablet, the cost per serve comes in at less than half the price of FastChews. For athletes who train and race regularly, that quickly adds up to substantial savings — without sacrificing performance.

Flavours & palatability

Trail Brew launches with two approachable flavours:

• Orange — tastes like a Vitamin C tablet but contains full electrolyte support.

• Lemon/Lime — bright and tangy with a fruit-tingle sensation.

Both are designed to be stomach-friendly and refreshing on the trail.

How to use: faster absorption via buccal delivery

The recommended method for fastest effect is to leave the tablet in your mouth for 30–45 seconds before swallowing. Buccal tissue inside the mouth absorbs electrolytes more quickly than gastrointestinal uptake, meaning faster relief from cramping and quicker hydration benefits — especially useful during hard efforts or race-day moments.

Note: as with any supplement, test this method during training before using it in an event.

Quick comparison

Who should try Trail Brew?

If you’re an endurance athlete who wants effective electrolyte support without carrying extra tablets or paying premium prices per serve, Trail Brew is an excellent choice. It’s especially attractive for regular trainers, club runners, and anyone racing locally who wants an Australian-made option.

Shop Trail Brew at Run Trails

We’ve just added Trail Brew Electrolyte Chewables to our shelves. Shop the new arrival and compare it to SaltStick in our electrolyte collection:

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Have questions about dosing call Run Trails — we’re located 1 hour west of Sydney in Camden, NSW.