Originally Posted by
prathmann
I don't normally do any chain cleaning and wouldn't consider doing it on tour. Finding a replacement chain every 10000 km or so doesn't seem like too much of an inconvenience.
I fully agree. Last summer I rode to Argentina. 8000+ miles. I added lube every few days and wiped off the excess. I replaced the chain in Panama, replaced chain, cassette and chainrings in Peru. I had zero issues with the drivetrain the length of the trip.
I can't see how carrying an extra chain or spending time deep cleaning the chain would have had any positive impact on my trip.