bike chain lubricant

WD40 makes the problem worse since it attracts dirt and debris.

for bikes you need to use dry teflon lubricant

It is true that the original WD40 should not even brought near any bike. (Again, I refer to the original WD40 "magic spray", since now there are dedicated bike lubricants sold under "WD40" brand. The latter are OK).

But the idea that bikes somehow need "dry teflon lubricant" makes no sense either. There different kind of greases/lubes used in different parts of the bicycle, of which none are really "dry". Also, chain lubricants are not typically dry either. Yes, lubed chain will attract dirt and debris, but that's just how things are with bicycle chians. The have to be cleaned and re-lubed periodically.


the reason why i use dry teflon lube is that while it goes on wet via spray, it quickly forms into a dry film. i've been using it for almost 15 years on my bikes and it works great. if you find something that performs better for $6.79 or less....let me know

Another vote for Teflon lube for bike chains and this bike being very good deal.

I use Teflon lube on motorcycle chains, and as result on bicycle chains as well, It is just a better lubricant for this job.

As for the quality of this bike, it is very good deal especially considering all the extra components you get.
The rack and fender will cost you $40 or more and you have to install them. Not hard, but your time and money.
For city or gravel routes this bike will do fine.

You can go the craigslist route, but you have to get lucky and know how to check if things are worn out at $180 it is a no brainer.

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Another note, I have mail ordered several bikes without problems btw.

When the bike arrives make sure they shipped it upright. If you are home you'll see them bring it.
When layed down during delivery sometimes the wheels may get damaged.
Most manufacturers mark their boxes and often delivery people know that.
Worth checking, as well as the condition of the box.

This is a nice deal if you want this type of bike. I wish I knew someone that needed one.



Well, the point might be moot simply becuase overwhelming majority of bicycle chian lubes sold today are Teflon-based, i.e. they are "Teflon lubes", no matter dry or wet. The alternative is wax-based lubes.

However, there's no evidence that dry lubes are somehow better then wet lubes. Quite the opposite, common logic suggests that one should avoid dry lubes when it comes to bicycle chains. The primary factor that determines how good a lube is is not its ability to repel the contaminants, but rather its ability to penetrate the inner workings of the chain and stay there. And most of the time wet lubes perform much better in that regard, because their free-flowing nature allows them to constantly re-apply itself to areas of contact. Wet lubes also penetrate much better if you lubricate the chain straight on the bike (as opposed to removing it and submerging it in the lube for extenbded periods of time).

In fact, one of the most respected lubes among cyclists today is Chain-L, which is actually a wet lube. Yes, contaminants stick to it, but it still wins where it matters most.

When it comes to dry lubes, the facts actually seem to be in favor of wax-based dry lubes, not Teflon-based dry lubes. White Lightning Clean Ride is one example of good wax lube.


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