Originally Posted by
makeinu
Nope. Unlubed singlespeed drivetrain still feels way more efficient than a, presumably, lubed derailleur geared bike from the showfloor of the LBS. In fact, that's half the reason I ride a singlespeed. No mess, no muss, no fuss, and it still feels more efficient.
I have to wonder, have you tried a bike that doesn't have a derailleur without a lubed chain? Not trying to turn the tables here, but I just can't understand why people lube their chains.
I don't have any reason to lube my chain as it is (other than feeling like I'm in the twilight zone). Works perfectly.
There was a misunderstanding. I agree singlespeed is more efficient than the derailleurs. I was speaking of unlubed vs lubed efficiency. Derailleur or not. I believe a clean lubed chain is more efficient in both cases.
How much people want to do maintenance depends.