Hi all,
I've been commuting 2-4 times a month with my fuji absolute 2.1 for almost 3 years. It's a long commute (for me) - 22 miles round trip. I figure I've put somewhere between 1500 and 1800 miles on the bike. the bike rides fine although it is squeeking a bit. I've put some 3in1 oil on the chain occasionally which now has led to some nice "cakes" of black squack on some of the gears. So, i figure it's due for a chain cleaning at least.
Questions:
1.is there an oil other than 3in1 I should use?
2. any other maintenance that should be done to prevent an epic fail on the road? I carry stuff for tube replacement and some tools at all times.