Originally Posted by
carlos danger
Having been commuting for 10 years as my only form of transportation i have noticed absolutely no difference in any kind of lube regarding chain durability.
I can get about 4000km of a an 8sp chain and 8sp cass. same with 9sp.
I have tried using industrial greases, molykote with oil, motor oil, chain specific industrial lubes, wurth teflon spray. And it all works within 10% of each other.
just spray on some crap and it will last as long as it will imo.
Wait. Firsthand experience
and varied products over time? Informed opinion based on empirical observation? I can almost see the
scientific method from here.
GET THEE GONE, HEATHEN! You may return when you've got some proper hearsay.
I've got no real preference either. Just whatever's on hand. Right now I've got three different bottles, all partially full, one of which I can't even find and none of which do I actually remember purchasing:
Of all things bicycle-related, the chain lube debate inspires the most indifference in me.