Originally Posted by
somnambulant
btw. what's the consensus on the lifespan of the goopy 'packing grease' on new chains? I've been putting some triflow on there, post race, but the thing still feels more goopy/sticky than slick and lubed. Should I give it a go with the degreaser/chain cleaner? It seems like most people seem to think the new-chain-grease is a good thing, but it just seems wrong to me.
You should at the least wipe off the outside the chain with a degreased rag. There's no reason for sticky anything to be anywhere where you can wipe off on the outside of the chain.
And that rock'n'roll lube that keith had... ****ing awesomest lube in the universe. Triflow 4tl.
P.S If anyone is interested i'm selling my UTW Flyaway bag (ballist nylon + shoulder pad), red.