Originally Posted by moxfyre
Dan's first law of chain lube: Anything that (a) penetrates into the close-fitting parts of the chain and lubricates them, (b) remains in place in wet conditions, and (c) does not attract too much dirt, is a good chain lube.
End of story

Of a, b and c, you get to pick two. If there were a chain lube that did all three, there would be no "debate".