Originally Posted by
Kontact
Some people put so little energy through their drivetrains that discussions about chain wear, lubricants, etc seemingly don't apply to them. Congrats on your long chain life - you really must not be hammering. You're in the same class of people that go years on the same disc brake pads and object when anyone says they wear quickly - there's always someone like that on a bike forum.
LOL! Well I am known for being a hill spinner rather than a hammerer. Maybe that's part of it. I'm also a fair weather rider - unless I happen to get caught in a rain storm. If I do, the chain gets wiped dry and re-lubed when I get home.
My disc brake pads actually lasted 5000 miles before the rear needed replacing and the front still had life left. Somehow soon after, both pads became contaminated and needed to be replaced.