Originally Posted by
BCDrums
I understand what you're saying. Certainly, chain wear rate is going to be anecdotal and wide ranging, because everyone rides and maintains (or not) chains differently. But I change chains more often than I change tires, and we all offer reviews and opinions on tires.
I was also inspired by the chain chatter on the forum to start cleaning my chain. I considered a chain an expendable, and I drip-lubed it regularly, but didn't think it was worth the effort to clean. I didn't care if it I got maximum use from it. Now I am re-thinking.
Ross 520 posted a couple of links of objective testing of chain brand and labeling practices. They look pretty interesting but they are the kind of thing that will take some time for me to read and think through.
Tires is, of course, a similar topic. I've stopped giving tire advice but I do read other people's reviews.