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Old 03-19-14 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by veganbikes
WD-40 is bad news bears for chains. All the mechanics in my shop would say the same thing (though probably without bad news bears) and everyone I have talked with about it would agree. I am of course talking about WD-40 and not their bike products. However I guess if you lube the chain as well it may not be so bad but then no need for WD-40
I know of a bike mechanic who uses it regularly (ie., every couple of rides).

Originally Posted by veganbikes
Some people put used cooking oil on their chain and that just makes my head want to explode.
I use bacon grease, it makes your bike smell wonderful but I do get chased by dogs (oh, well, incentive to pedal hard!!)

BTW,

Exercise,
Ex er cise
Eggs er sides
Eggs are sides,
For Bacon!!!
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