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Old 07-08-13, 08:10 PM
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Zinger
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Originally Posted by TromboneAl
OK, here's the official video:
This concludes my review. I've decided to use paraffin lubing from now on because
(1) It takes less time and bother than oil-based lubing
(2) I don't get chain tatoos
(3) My hands don't get dirty if I need to handle the chain on a ride
(4) I like the looks of a clean chain
(5) I expect that I will get more life out of each chain (less road grit in the rollers.
(6) I don't need to spend time wiping and re-oiling the chain after every few rides (when I'm tired)
(7) It's less expensive
Well now I'm thinking of trying it next season after I go through my bike this winter along with changing over to my new compact crankset. I'm just wondering if they make a quick link for a Sedisport ultra narrow chain since I've stashed several of them. I suppose I could break down and buy a different chain if I have to and save the Sedisports for emergencies or whatever. 800 miles is definitely more than verifying what I've heard in the past from a touring cyclist who used the method.

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