Been enjoying Perfect Bars on the ride to the trailhead. I’ll keep some energy gummies in the saddlebag, sometimes with caffeine to perk me up and curb hunger. I’ve also learned that if I down a chia based drink, where the chia are already swollen and soft with moisture, your body slowly digests all the nutrients and moisture out of the chia seeds, extending the period you can go without needing water. Because of this I’ve been able to avoid bringing the hydro-pack backpack for rides less than 2 hrs.
I also use foods like avocados, nut mixes without peanuts, and the occasional protein bar.