First I'd like to say, this Rage is a bit different. Some things I really like and some things I really do not.
Flavor: 10/10. This flavor is absolutely DELICIOUS! Much much improved on this aspect.
Focus: 10/10. Adderall like focus, not even joking you. You have tunnel vision and there are absolutely ZERO jitters or increased heart rate which is almost non existent for a pre-workout!
Energy: 5/10. Falls short a bit here I'm afraid. You do not get that insano, adrenaline pumping violent surge of powerful energy like the original Rage. I personally do like this because I'm sensitive to stimulants and do not need a large amount of them; however, when having a bad day, that level of strength is needed. I would however just take the Red Pill in Pump with RageXL if I'm having that bad of a day for whatever reason.
Concerns: There is creatine monohydrate in this formula. Why I honestly do not know, I guess because other company's formulas have it in there? Bottom line is, I do not think it is enough to make a significant difference; plus, I always take Rage with Pump (I remove the red stim pill) because it has a creatine/pump combination in it that my stomach can tolerate and works UNBELIEVABLY well together.
Pros vs Cons
Pros: Great tasting, unreal focus and a smooth burst of energy.
Cons: Contains creatine monohydrate and is not nearly as strong from an energy/stimulant standpoint as the original formula.
Personal Recommendations
I HIGHLY recommend removing the creatine monohydrate. Many others besides myself cannot tolerate creatine monohydrate and it may hurt the sales of the product. If anything add the creatine formula used in Pump or Shock Therapy. I'd go so far as to recommend taking Rage with Pump and clearly labeling that if one chooses to do so, to remove the red pill in Pump. I've personally been using this combination for years and can say with absolute confidence that the results are absolutely amazing! Since Pump has all the creatine/pump goodies in it, no need to try to add some to RageXL.
I'd also recommend increasing the strength of the stimulants from a gross total of 25-40%. Increase bits of each to achieve this total or whatever y'all feel will increase the energy perspective of RageXL.
*This is simply an honest review and nothing more.
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