I was on a riding holiday recently and a chap there was saying he uses auto-gearbox fluid on his chains after hearing that many pro teams do the same. Finish Line Dry is still a decent chain lube, but you can buy better. Which is the best chain lube? Scores on the doors Dry Lube is especially recommended for riding on or off-road in dry, dirty, dusty environments, yet it holds up well in moderately wet conditions. Dry Lube can also be used on derailleurs, shifters, cables, and brake pivot points. Finish Line's Dry Lube provides optimum drivetrain efficiency without attracting an excessive amount of abrasive contaminants.

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I think the ceramic is a bit better, but the main thing is it stays on a bit longer and seems equally clean (a big thing for me). a) If we have sent you the incorrect bicycle, we will cover the cost of collection and delivery of the correct model.Being long-lived makes the Finish Line Dry Bike Lubricant something of a known quantity – if you haven't used it yourself, you probably know somebody who has. But time doesn't stand still. Up against sophisticated ceramic lubes and clever wax-based formulations, can Finish Line Dry chain lube still cut it?

Finish Line Teflon Plus Dry Chain Lube (8 fl oz 240ml Bottle

Lubricating a chain is an essential, but often dreaded task. It can be time-consuming and often results in lubricant landing on the frame, wheels, braking surfaces, and the ground. Thanks to the No Drip Chain Luber™ every link can now be properly lubricated in seconds, without making a mess or wasting a drop. Wet Lubes – Generally a longer-term and harder-wearing lubricant, a quality wet lube can withstand the rigours of a long day in the saddle including rides of 150+km. This is more suitable for wet conditions and extreme riding situations such as racing and ultra endurance missions. Finish Line’s Wet bike lubricant is in a green bottle and features super-durable synthetic oils, special polymers and anti-wear agents. With pro teams such as Orica-Scott, Trek Factory Racing and BMC Racing Team using it, you can be sure this is of supreme quality. Chains should be wiped clean and re-lubed every 3 to 5 rides depending upon conditions. Finish Line's legendary synthetic bicycle grease is formulated with Trilinium Technology, advanced rust or corrosion inhibitors and extreme pressure additives that withstand the most extreme conditions that a bicycle can encounter. You should use a dry, wax-based lube during dry, summer, and spring conditions. They attract less dirt during such conditions, making it easy to ride on gravel or off-road conditions. Wet lubes are ideal for most weather conditions. In fact, you can use them almost throughout the year. They’re more effective during wet seasons as they are water-resistant. How often should I lube my bike chain? Omni Capital Retail Finance Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (register number 720279).I used some Finish Line Ceramic for a while, was never impressed, seemed to end up a bit messy (albeit the residue it left was ‘dry’) and the drivetrain was always a bit noisy. Certainly nowhere near as good as Squirt. The criminal trial for the murder of cyclist Moriah Wilson that has gripped the nation and cycling world alike gets underway in Austin, Texas, today. Goes on wet and sets up with a dry 'wax-like' synthetic film that helps keep your chain clean by not absorbing excessive amounts grit, grime, or dust.

Maintenance Special: Which Chain Lube Is Right For You? Maintenance Special: Which Chain Lube Is Right For You?

The Finish Line Teflon Plus Dry Chain Lubeis the original DuPont Teflon based lubricant made specifically for use on bicycles. Teflon is used to reduce the coefficient of friction and reduce mechanical wear, and is suspended in a solvent carrier. Finish Line Teflon Plus Dry Chain Lube FeaturesIf you’re in extreme wet weather, you’re doing stream crossings, you’re going for a 100K road ride and it’s raining, or you’re really stressing your drivetrain because you’re a pro cyclist, then wet lube starts to be a better choice,” Krause said. EcoTech Bike Degreaser is a strong, 100% active degreaser that is safe for all parts. It is strong enough for the grimiest metal parts, yet safe enough to clean parts with rubber o-rings and seals, urethane elastomers, and painted surfaces. Finish Line's Mineral Brake Fluid is formulated specifically for bicycle brake systems requiring mineral oil. Features no compromise leading edge chemistry to provide superior fluid life and braking performance. Dunno. But whilst we’re talking dry lube, MucOff dry (non-ceramic) is great, far better than the usual waxy stuff that flakes off after half an hour.