Rock N Roll Gold Chain Lube
10-24-22, 08:12 AM
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Originally Posted by eduskator
Gotta love these lube threads.
Anything that won't make your chain look like it's been dripped in crude oil after a few rides should be good. Probably an OCD, but I hate seeing dirty chains and cassettes. I mean, they look like they're struggling and crying for help.
Anything that won't make your chain look like it's been dripped in crude oil after a few rides should be good. Probably an OCD, but I hate seeing dirty chains and cassettes. I mean, they look like they're struggling and crying for help.
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10-24-22, 08:30 AM
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Originally Posted by datlas
Ever tried waxing? People are saying it is way cleaner. And should be more popular.
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10-24-22, 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by datlas
Ever tried waxing? People are saying it is way cleaner. And should be more popular.
Not motivated enough to start hot wax dipping, but a ready-to-put-on-chain wax-based lube, why not!
10-25-22, 07:40 PM
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Friction Facts
CHAIN LUBE EFFICIENCY TESTS
https://www.ceramicspeed.com/media/3...s-combined.pdf
R&R Gold tested well
CHAIN LUBE EFFICIENCY TESTS
https://www.ceramicspeed.com/media/3...s-combined.pdf
R&R Gold tested well
10-26-22, 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by prj71
Agree. There are a few things that are bike specific to this forum that can't be found through google or another search. But the majority of this stuff is simple google search away.
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10-26-22, 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by t2p
I purchased a bottle of Gold and Holy Cow ; tried Holy Cow first
; the difference in drag / resistance when lightly pushing a pedal is noticeable ... the stuff is amazing
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; the difference in drag / resistance when lightly pushing a pedal is noticeable ... the stuff is amazing
..
The difference in resistance from the best to the worst lube is very small, likely 1-2 watts. The highest claim I’ve seen is 6 watts. I find it rather suspect that anyone can reliably feel that difference pedaling.
I’d bet dollars to donuts no one could pick out chain lube brands in a double blind study from pedaling,effort.
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10-26-22, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
cough, cough, bs, cough,bs, cough cough.
The difference in resistance from the best to the worst lube is very small, likely 1-2 watts. The highest claim I’ve seen is 6 watts. I find it rather suspect that anyone can reliably feel that difference pedaling.
I’d bet dollars to donuts no one could pick out chain lube brands in a double blind study from pedaling,effort.
The difference in resistance from the best to the worst lube is very small, likely 1-2 watts. The highest claim I’ve seen is 6 watts. I find it rather suspect that anyone can reliably feel that difference pedaling.
I’d bet dollars to donuts no one could pick out chain lube brands in a double blind study from pedaling,effort.
I notice a difference when I push / rotate a pedal / crank backwards with my hands when off the bike (when placing the bike into our car / suv)
it's fairly noticeable
for reference - on one bike the prev chain lube was Muc Off ; the other bike the prev chain lube was NFS
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10-26-22, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by prj71
Has anyone ever counted how many chain lube threads have existed on BF over the years? Something as simple as lubing your chain...Do these type of posts really need to exist?
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10-26-22, 06:56 PM
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Question for those who've used both: riding conditions held the same, which do you get more miles out of before having to reapply: chain wax or chain lube? I've considered going to wax, especially since I like to take off my chain and throw it into the ultrasonic cleaner every once in a while, but I read wax doesn't last that long.
10-26-22, 07:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Vinnems
Question for those who've used both: riding conditions held the same, which do you get more miles out of before having to reapply: chain wax or chain lube? I've considered going to wax, especially since I like to take off my chain and throw it into the ultrasonic cleaner every once in a while, but I read wax doesn't last that long.
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Originally Posted by t2p
no no - I don't feel a difference when pedaling
I notice a difference when I push / rotate a pedal / crank backwards with my hands when off the bike (when placing the bike into our car / suv)
it's fairly noticeable
for reference - on one bike the prev chain lube was Muc Off ; the other bike the prev chain lube was NFS
I notice a difference when I push / rotate a pedal / crank backwards with my hands when off the bike (when placing the bike into our car / suv)
it's fairly noticeable
for reference - on one bike the prev chain lube was Muc Off ; the other bike the prev chain lube was NFS
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11-02-22, 10:14 PM
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It’s my go to and I’ve been pleased with it. Honestly can’t tell much difference between it and Finish Line Dry. I reapply about every 150 some odd miles. Ideally I apply it the day before a ride, but it doesn’t always work out that way.
Edited to add, the last time I bought it, it could be found easily online for approximately $20 shipped for 16 ounce bottle. Also includes a small 4 or 5 ounce empty applicator bottle in the package
Edited to add, the last time I bought it, it could be found easily online for approximately $20 shipped for 16 ounce bottle. Also includes a small 4 or 5 ounce empty applicator bottle in the package
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11-02-22, 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by seypat
Has the formula evolved through the years, or is it just classic Rock N Roll? If it hasn't evolved, then it should only be used on C & V bikes.
When I started using it about 3 years ago they had 3 variations. Absolute dry (red), gold, & blue (mtb bike or wet conditions). I’ve tried all three but now I stick with gold
11-03-22, 05:04 AM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
I’m still not buying. The objectively measurable difference is very small. The subjective experience of the observer is easily influenced by which lube you think is faster.
