Androgel is a transdermal testosterone(1%) carrier. It is *not* 1-test, or anything else. It is simply Test Base in a sustained release transdermal. How does it work? Same way as test, because it is test
I'd definitely like to see Bobo/Chemo/et al's opinions on cycling while on HRT, but as stated above, that will be dependant on how your HRT schedule is currently set-up, and your future plans with HRT.
Androgel is testosterone, but provides low-dose, sustained release. It is not a supplement, nor is it equivalent to taking Test-Cyp injections either. (Swale at CEM speculates though that due to increased DHT action, 35mg a week of test from androgel is ~= 100mg of TC) It has a great impact on low-T men, getting them up to the mid-high range. However, for natural, normal range guys it will not be bringing you up to supraphysiological levels.
I doubt there's much to be added to it, but Chemo might have a suggestion. Since this thread has really had a long bout of questions, I'm hoping Chemo and the rest can come in with some-semi definitive answers and correct any mistakes I've made.