The ZYM Story
For years I searched for a hydration product I can take with me during long bike rides. I would fill up a water bottle at home with a hydration powder, make a mess on my counter, and then get on my bike. Miles after downing the hydration solution, I would fill up with just water… nothing to replace the electrolytes I lost. Some people I know would take the powders with them in a food storage bag. I never found that method very convenient. Plus, the powder inevitably settled on the bottom of the bottle, leaving a chalky aftertaste. I was just as unsatisfied with bottled products due to their sugar content and clunky size.
I knew a better more portable electrolyte option must exist. During
a European cycling trip, I stopped in a mountain village for a quick
break. Thirsty and fatigued, I hoped to find some sports drink
within the town's local apothecary. I was instructed by a wise
pharmacist to drop a local product in the form of an effervescent
tablet into my water bottle — instantly, the idea for ZYM was born.
My passion for cycling, desire for competition, and persistence on
spreading the word made Zym possible. I owe a great deal of thanks
to my friends and family who have been great supporters...
especially my mom and dad who never stopped encouraging me.
Brian