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An electrolyte powder built on real science. Full hydration support with a cramp-response backbone. Here's how it works.

The Science

The research, by topic.

Peer-reviewed work on hydration, electrolyte balance, and the cramp-response mechanism that makes Quickle different. Filter, expand, or read straight through.

700mg Sodium per stick. Matches what endurance athletes lose per hour of sustained effort (ACSM)
~85s Average time for acetic acid to inhibit electrically induced cramps (Miller, 2010)
60% Athletes who cramp on long efforts. Standard, not rare.
Browse the research library 25 peer-reviewed studies · 8 topics
Acetic acid, pH & rapid cramp relief The core mechanism. Acid triggers a reflex that shuts down the cramp signal.
  1. Miller KC, et al. Reflex inhibition of electrically induced muscle cramps in hypohydrated humans. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2010;42(5):953–961. PubMed
  2. Miller KC, et al. Electrolyte and plasma responses after pickle juice, mustard, and deionized water ingestion in dehydrated humans. J Athl Train. 2014;49(3):360–367. PubMed
  3. Georgieva J, et al. Mouth rinsing vs ingestion of pickle juice for alleviating electrically induced muscle cramps. Appl Sci. 2021;11(24):12096. Link
  4. Marosek SEH, Antharam V, Dowlatshahi K. Quantitative analysis of the acetic acid content in substances used by athletes. J Strength Cond Res. 2020;34(6):1539–1546. PubMed
  5. Alawi K, et al. The pharmacology of TRPV1 activation by low pH. J Dent Res. 2010 (review). PubMed
  6. DeSimone JA. Sour taste transduction and intracellular acidification. Am J Physiol Gastrointest Liver Physiol. 2006 (review). PubMed
TRP channels & neuromuscular mechanism The receptors in your mouth and throat that relay the stop-cramping signal.
  1. Craighead DH, et al. Ingestion of TRP channel agonists attenuates exercise-induced muscle cramps. Muscle Nerve. 2017;56(3):379–385. PubMed
  2. Behringer M, Nowak S, Leyendecker J, Mester J. Effects of TRPV1 and TRPA1 activators on the cramp threshold frequency: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2017;117(8):1641–1647. Link
  3. Hegarty B, et al. TRPV1 and TRPA1 activators reduce muscle cramping: potential new treatment for MS symptoms. Neurology. 2015;84(14 Suppl):S17.003. Link
Pickle juice: clinical trial evidence (PICCLES) A randomized controlled trial showing pickle juice reduces cramp frequency.
  1. Tapper EB, et al. Pickle juice intervention for cirrhotic cramps reduction: the PICCLES randomized controlled trial. Am J Gastroenterol. 2022;117(6):895–901. PubMed
Altered neuromuscular control theory The theory that cramps start in the nerves, not in dehydrated muscles.
  1. Schwellnus MP, Derman EW, Noakes TD. Aetiology of skeletal muscle 'cramps' during exercise: a novel hypothesis. J Sports Sci. 1997;15(3):277–285. PubMed
  2. Schwellnus MP. Cause of exercise associated muscle cramps (EAMC)—altered neuromuscular control, dehydration or electrolyte depletion? Br J Sports Med. 2009;43(6):401–408. PubMed
Osmolality, gastric emptying & GI tolerance Why a small-volume mix absorbs faster and sits easier than a full hydration bottle.
  1. Vist GE, Maughan RJ. The effect of osmolality and carbohydrate content on the rate of gastric emptying of liquids in man. J Physiol. 1995;486(2):523–531. PubMed
  2. Miller KC, et al. Gastric emptying after pickle-juice ingestion in rested, euhydrated humans. J Athl Train. 2010;45(6):601–608. PubMed
  3. Sawka MN, et al. ACSM Position Stand: Exercise and fluid replacement (GI tolerance guidance). Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2007;39(2):377–390. PubMed
Electrolyte balance (sodium, potassium) The salts that support hydration and muscle function during long efforts.
  1. Sawka MN, et al. ACSM Position Stand: Exercise and fluid replacement. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2007;39(2):377–390. PubMed
  2. Maughan RJ. Exercise-associated muscle cramp: mechanisms and context. SSE review
  3. Sulzer NU, Schwellnus MP, Noakes TD. Serum electrolytes in Ironman triathletes with exercise-associated muscle cramping. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2005;37(7):1081–1085. PubMed
Taurine & neuromuscular support An amino acid that supports muscle recovery and reduces oxidative stress.
  1. de Carvalho FG, et al. Taurine: a potential ergogenic aid for preventing muscle damage and protein catabolism and decreasing oxidative stress produced by endurance exercise. Front Physiol. 2017;8:710. PubMed
Magnesium & exercise recovery Supports muscle relaxation and glucose availability during exercise.
  1. Tarsitano MG, et al. Effects of magnesium supplementation on muscle soreness in different types of physical activities: a systematic review. J Transl Med. 2024;22:629. PMC
  2. Garrison SR, et al. Magnesium for skeletal muscle cramps (Cochrane Review). Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2020;9:CD009402. PubMed
  3. Chen HY, et al. Magnesium enhances exercise performance via increasing glucose availability in the blood, muscle, and brain during exercise. PLoS ONE. 2014;9(1):e85486. PubMed

From the Field

"Exactly what I want when the hill gets steep and the cramps hit. Works right away."

Jake R. — Colorado · Trail running

"Good dill kick. Perfect for a mid-run boost. Aftertaste is clean."

Sara M. — Oregon · Road running

"The kick you need when the heat has you down. Shake it off and refocus."

Ben T. — Utah · Rock climbing

"Punchy, salty, satisfies the craving fast. Ready to keep going."

Claire D. — Washington · Mountain biking

"I keep one in my vest, one in the car, one in the top bag. 200 miles into a bikepacking race, it's the only thing that's worked mid-cramp."

Marcus W. — Montana · Bikepacking

"Exactly what I want when the hill gets steep and the cramps hit. Works right away."

Jake R. — Colorado

"Good dill kick. Perfect for a mid-run boost. Aftertaste is clean."

Sara M. — Oregon

"The kick you need when the heat has you down. Shake it off and refocus."

Ben T. — Utah

"Punchy, salty, satisfies the craving fast. Ready to keep going."

Claire D. — Washington

"I keep one in my vest, car, and top bag. Always have backup when a cramp hits."

Marcus W. — Montana

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How Quickle Works

Vinegar, salt, and the electrolytes that matter.

Three things working together. Electrolyte support for long efforts, cramp response when you need it, nothing extra.

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Vinegar up front

Acetic acid hits TRP receptors in the mouth and throat, triggering a reflex that interrupts the cramp signal. Not a slow fix. A fast one.

02

A full electrolyte load

700mg sodium, 300mg potassium, 50mg magnesium. Enough to carry the effort, not enough to slosh.

03

Mix it your way

2 oz sharp, 4 oz smooth, anywhere in between. One packet, tuned to your gut and the conditions.

Ingredients

What's in this little mix.

Eight ingredients grouped by what they do. Every amount listed. Nothing hidden.

Quickle powder close-up
Acid system
Vinegar powder (10% AA) ~0.7g acetic acid

Role
Sodium diacetate (vinegar salt) pH support

Role
Electrolytes
Sodium chloride ~700mg sodium

Role
Potassium chloride ~300mg potassium

Role
Magnesium glycinate (chelated) ~50mg magnesium

Role
Support
Taurine neuromuscular

Role
Flavor
Natural dill flavor taste

Role
Monk fruit extract 0g sugar

Role
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
10 servings per container
Serving size 1 Stick (10g)
Amount per serving
Calories
20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Sodium 700mg
30%
Total Carbohydrate 5g
2%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 0g
Potassium 300mg
6%
Magnesium 50mg
12%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, vitamin D, calcium and iron.

How to Use

How to take it.

Start easy. Adjust to taste. If it's your first time, begin with 4 oz. Like it stronger? Go 2–3 oz next time.

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Start here

Quick mix

One stick, 4 oz cold water, two pulls. Want it stronger? 2–3 oz next time.

02

Aid station cup

Tear in one stick. Add a splash of water. Swirl, drink, keep moving. No full bottle needed.

03

No bottle handy

Pour it straight in, small swig of water to wash it down. Rough the first time. Fine once you know the taste.

New to Quickle? Start with the quick mix at 4 oz. Go stronger once you know how your gut handles it. Try the 2-Pack

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Try Quickle in a 2-pack.

Two sticks. Enough to know if Quickle works for you. Guaranteed.

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Full electrolyte load

700mg sodium, 300mg potassium, 50mg magnesium per stick. Real electrolyte support for long efforts.

02

Cramp support built in

Acetic acid hits the same receptors pickle juice does. Take at the first sign.

03

Mixes in 2-4 oz

No full bottle needed. Tear, pour, shake, drink. Back to it in under a minute.

04

Pack-friendly

Flat sticks slide into any pocket. No bottles, no slosh.

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What's next

Three ways forward.

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