Finally tried waxing my chain instead of wet lube. Never going back.

I spent like 3 years using fancy wet lube on my commuter bike and dealing with that nasty black gunk buildup on my drivetrain. Finally broke down and bought a crock pot for like 12 bucks at a thrift store, some paraffin wax, and PTFE powder from Amazon. Took me about 45 minutes to do the first batch of 3 chains, rotating them every week. After 2 months, I can actually touch my chain without needing a hazmat suit and my cassette looks almost new still. Has anyone else tried waxing and noticed their shifting stayed crisp way longer than with regular lube?

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the_alice2d ago

Makes way more sense for wet conditions, wax just washes right off if you ride in rain.

emma_rodriguez301d ago

Whoa wait... people actually ride their bikes in the rain on purpose? I mean I've gotten caught in a downpour a few times but like... choosing to go out in it? That silicone spray tip is wild though. I've never thought about that for chains or cables. Does it leave a weird greasy mess all over the place afterward? Be curious to hear how that works out long term.

carter.mila2d ago

Read somewhere that some guys use a silicone spray instead. Lasts longer in rain.