MTB Chain Lube 101: What Is Wet, Dry and All-Weather Lubricant?

[@aleksarajkovic3471]

For me its Squirt all year round, works well enough, clean the new chain ones, top it off later and after few rides same procedure as new chain, works great for me.

[@mikeschulman8034]

I’ve been running the Peaty’s Dry Lube, and it is very close to comparable drip wax lubes (Squirt, Smoove). It is unbelievably clean, lasts a while, and a little goes a long way. I think Peaty’s nailed this one.

[@Peatys]

Cheers mate 🍻

[@lakaldrak]

I think peaty is Very Loud. I cant recommend. Scuirt lube 👍👍

[@Pienimusta]

RIP Muc Off sponsorship

[@marcstolk6682]

there dry lube is garbage anyway.. unless you empty your wallet and get the race one... no thanks! Squirt is my goto.

[@aleksarajkovic3471]

@@marcstolk6682 lol , ceramic one is shit, but i saw a test of their ordinary one and it was the best in test XD

[@spektrumB]

@@aleksarajkovic3471 Yeah, Simple Mountain Biking tested a bunch of lubes, and Muc-Off Dry won, while Squirt was amount the worst. Zero Friction Cycling has a complete opposite results.

[@aleksarajkovic3471]

@@spektrumB Yeah, squirt actually made sense to me since that test was not real world , and since wax can not lubricate like oil it was logical somewhat , I will check out zero friction cycling, thanks 🙂

[@aleksarajkovic3471]

@@spektrumB yes, but , looking at this zfc video, he tested c3, which is ceramic one (I used it too and noticed that my chain screams for help after 40km of dusty riding) and smb tested the ordinary one, so its not the same lube .

[@Zahava]

Peaty’s all weather is so perfect for gravel and cross-country bikes. Lasts longer than dry, not as messy as wet, aka perfect for endurance racing. 10/10 product, works very similar to the new Wolf Tooth chain lube.

[@phenofinder9145]

Wax immersion all the way. Keep two chains so you always have one pre waxed ready to go. The inconvenience is minimal.

[@lakaldrak]

When ITS dry yes. In Winter i use wet cause the dry one is useless Then unless U gonna wadh Ur Bike anyway Then ok

[@glennmorgan8691]

good video Doddy!!!! I have tried all kinds of lubes,then I watched some zero friction cycle videos and was converted to hot wax immersion and I love it...I use silca super secret hot wax on a new chain then every 1000kms a redip in the hot wax and maintain in between hot baths with silca's super secret dry drip in a bottle...coming up on 2200 kms on a 12 sp shimano xtr chain with a bosch cx motor working that chain hard...

[@MTBbible]

You'd be crazy to use anything but Peaty's at this stage 🤷

[@Will-ol9lp]

I use the Muc-Off C3 dry or wet depending on the weather or season. Why did y’all stop using Muc-Off products? Was it over sponsors?

[@simonm1447]

Probably a new sponsor now ;-)

[@francisdee9955]

Always dry lube, even in winter

[@leightonlkyle]

I’ve had great success with Squirt Wax/water emulsion dry lube 👍🏻

[@fud1376]

I've been using Oil and a Rag for decades...Works fine....Ha !

[@kaltonian]

funny really such a straight forward process is so technical nowadays, for my road bike it's wax & will never change from that, for my mtb i would rather use a dry even in light rain as nothing sticks to it but if going Wales or something for a week or so then normally wet even if weather is dry because i am normally my the sea, for me it all depends when I have the time to clean it because i insist on a clean chain due to 40 years cycling I know how much damage can occur from parts not oiled correctly

[@mudkayak6305]

Chain lube? Oh man, does this rabbit hole ever end? (No wonder my bike squeeks)

[@EJ-V8Bikes]

Great video! I'd love to see an actual objective comparison review between the most popular types of dry, wet, and all weather chain lubes. The only such review I've ever seen that's very thorough is by Siimply Mountain Biking KZbin channel. Thanks!

[@Icamas]

I run the peaty's dry and all weather most of the time. I do have the wet in my arsenal, but I almost never seem to need it for my conditions

[@gmbntech]

Nice, Gustavo! It's probably a good thing that you don't have to use wet lube! 😂

[@corvus400]

The only thing I need to consider is how often do I apply Squirt. Remember to degrease your chain properly first. Best lube ever!

[@cyclepath55555]

T-9 Boeshield.

[@mmoesby]

I´va applied hot wax to My chain, and topping it with Peaty´s - work brilliant, and much easier to clean!

[@jeep13ca]

I've had the best luck with the all weather over other lubes. Haven't tried the dry or the new premium.

[@Lilwindex15k]

I just stick to all weather so I don't have to deal with the 2 wet and dry

[@nickedwards4383]

I've been using Smoove lube for a few years now but find on my commuter bike its not liking the winter wet and salt, so I've now tried Peaty's premium all weather lube and found it to work well in winter conditions and the chain doesn't start to rust either, it seems to clean off well using Peaty's foaming degreaser too.

[@Lilwindex15k]

And because I live in both wet and dry conditions

[@RobHill00]

Just received some Peaty’s premium all weather lube today!…….just waiting for my new bike to put it on😩

[@Tasteful_Living]

Does muc off lube no longer good?

[@Charliezfabrykiczekolady]

new sponsor, new great products 😉

[@cocoplops4982]

Muc off lube is awful. Look at zero friction cycling

[@janeblogs324]

Never was.

[@Charliezfabrykiczekolady]

new sponsor. new money. old bad habit not to mark it as a commercial video!

[@8o8ertmtb]

It would be a much better channel for sure if they were impartial. You can't trust a word they say about products because they just push who ever pays them. It's good for entertainment though.

[@cocoplops4982]

@@8o8ertmtb zero friction cycles are the best for lube reviews

[@Soknik01]

They used a brand but how exactly does that undermine their credibility when it comes to explaining the different use cases for each type of lubricant? It's entirely unnecessary to flag the video as being sponsored for the simple fact that they weren't reviewing the product in question nor were they claiming to offer an unbiased comparison between it and its competitors.

[@Charliezfabrykiczekolady]

@@Soknik01 You do not know the legal rules at all. U do not know the basic marketing rules e.g. what subliminal advertising is. Sorry, I know it hurts, but it is true. 🤷🏻‍♂

[@sibu2]

Wow, looks great, like shampoo

[@ccollins8501]

When I grow up I'm going to Link Lube University 👍

[@SimonBauer7]

once hub gearing is good and cheap enough to handle the torque of an emtb i am going belt drive.

[@srpelissier]

great picture, too bad it's an ad

[@tim__sadler]

Another great overview video - very tempted by the Dry Lube so I can compare it to my current go to - Squirt - use this all year round in the Peaks and elsewhere and it has been hands down the best chain lube I have ever used. But much like a proper wax, you do need to start with a completely clean chain!

[@gmbntech]

Thanks, Tim! Sounds good. It's always cool experimenting with different products. 👍

[@adam.677]

Whatever is the cheapest 😂 normal people are not arsed about what kind of chain lube they use 😂

[@grumpy-dad3701]

I'm really lucky to ride in a perfectly dry country. England

[@gmbntech]

😂

[@iwanttoliveinthewoods]

I've ran out of lube and the shops closed, can I use avocado oil 🤣

[@matt_acton-varian]

I don't know how much of a faux pàs this is, but once I cleaned and prepped my bike without checking the weather. Applied a dry lube and went about my business. By the time I came to use my bike the weather had changed, so I applied wet lube onto my dry lubed but clean chain. Should I have removed the dry lube first? #AskGMBNTech

[@unbentcrayfish]

Was your chain clean? I think that matters more than layering lube types

[@matt_acton-varian]

@@unbentcrayfish Yes, it was cleaned then prepared with dry lube.

[@asifitmatters1]

Someone who needs an explanation as to what the intended use is for wet, dry and all weather lube should not be out and about in a bike where other people could be…

[@EvilSlothsTony]

You should use a new master link every time. Me looking at by bike and cant remember how many time, that master link that is on my chain ,was reused every time I clean the chain. 😂

[@andyarchitect]

It's worth checking out the independent testing that's been done by Zero Friction Cycling. Some lubes can let chains last over 25 times longer than others in his testing. I might give wax based lubes a try after seeing his research.

[@cocoplops4982]

100% Andy! I think it’s dangerous saying the chain lube can clean the chain as doddy is saying here. I’m running flowerpower effetto

[@andyarchitect]

@@cocoplops4982 How are you finding it so far? I was thinking to get some of that after seeing the great test results

[@cocoplops4982]

@@andyarchitect unfortunately mate I’ve had some health issues so haven’t had a chance to use it 😓 ended up doing a full drivetrain clear with petrol, degrease and meths 😅 hopefully get out over the next few days and let ya know

[@intrepidCreative]

Did not really talk about the pros and cons of ceramic... I was waiting for this, especially 🤔

[@richardcrane5189]

Just switched to Squirt today after watching some Zero Friction Cycling content a couple of nights ago. Didn't know there could be that much of a difference. I will miss the smell of the Muc-Off Dry though, that stuff smelled good enough to drink, shame about what ZFC had to say on it's performance.

[@cocoplops4982]

Take a look at effetto flower power mate, better than squirt in testing

[@jeep13ca]

I've had muc off dry wear out after one ride after letting it sit on overnight.

[@adonikam1]

I ride constantly. 3 &1 OIL HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY GO TO! It's made for bike chains!!

[@DirtlovR]

I use dry lube unless I know I'll be riding in super wet conditions with mud and puddles. I clean and relube my bike after every ride so I'm not really worried about lube longevity or washing out.

[@Mo.Jo.MTB_101]

I use wet and dry lube depending on the conditions... And I use an old toothbrush to clean the chain after the ride (bike cleaner on and brush) and the water displacer and lube after that... And about once every 4-5 rides I remove the chain and give it a proper clean... Ps.: I use Mucoff because it smells nice... ;-)

[@janeblogs324]

Sand and grit gets stuck INSIDE the rollers. You can't just brush it out. Even removing the chain and shaking it in a petrol filled jar won't help. You need a jet washer and or air compressor to really flush the rollers. With the chain off you can hear and feel the grit in the chain and whether its actually clean. Otherwise all lubes you apply will just lock the grit in the chain

[@roilev]

Of course you can flush it out. The way it got in, it will go out. That's the purpose of the degreasers

[@307.William]

#Gmbntech I’ve settled on hot waxing. I’ve tried many products recommended by GMBN but for the multitude of riding conditions i encounter each ride and the cost of premium luba and cleaning, hot wax is most effective and cost friendly. I love the mucoff products and I use them on kids bikes but for me hot waxing is most effective

[@Seppster58]

Great video Doddy!! I am wondering if it matters which lube to use on a bike that is strictly for indoor training. I have retired an older hardtail and lube it once in awhile. I have a lot of wet lube around and I would assume it would be okay to use. Does it really matter?

[@AhmedAdly11]

Clean your chain once every month and just use a little motor oil and wipe off the excess. If you want to get fancy, get GT85 or 1-step. Use it to clean your chain and it lubes it just fine. Both these methods are super cheap and work just fine

[@8o8ertmtb]

Squirt for dry weather and Purple Extreme when its needed.

[@Le_Petomane]

You are just describing the difference between wet things and dry things. Yeah mate its on the bottle....

[@shellderp]

Silca drip wax or synergetic

[@goligogo923]

Rock n Roll (brand) The BEST

[@tomquimby8669]

I have tried muc-off c3 and ebike and they both get horribly black and grimy real quick. Takes many cycles of ultrasonic clean bath to get it all clean again. Now using dry lub spray wax for motorcycles and find it does not like low temperatures but it is clean. After reading the comments Squirt do a low temperature wax so I might try that. As for using Peatys wet lube for ebikes if I was going to do that I might as well use 3in1.

[@DirtTrailGuy]

Just go with hot immersed waxing. Nothing is better.

[@rocky3373-n2j]

Wax better than Lube 😅😅

[@liquidmakor6793]

Mate, that's a pressure cooker. If anything a fast cooker. haha

[@patrickduc202]

if i change from squirt wax to allweather lube, do i have to clean it to bare metal?

[@marklouieadame]

I wax my cassette for smoother shifting

[@roilev]

Doddy, what lube is recommended for indoor use? The wax makes a mess

[@edgarsnezinu1439]

Oh damn i bought wet, dry , all weather but didn't bought blue one arghh

[@That_Stealth_Guy]

Thanks for reminding me that I need to get out an clean up all my bikes..

[@bobothericefarmer1878]

I just bring it the shop they do it for free for me

[@c.s.4273]

Soaking a rag with motor oil (any engine oil will do) and pulling the chain through it. That's it. Repeat every week on rainy conditions and every month on dry conditions. No special expensive chain oil needed and no degreaser or anything else. Motor oil has everything needed, it works not only as a lubricant but also as a detergent and rust inhibitor, it has anti wear components, too. In winter it's thin enough and in summer thick enough due to it's viscostiy improvers it comes with when it is a multigrade oil which every motor oil nowadays is. Like I said, everything ever needed is already in motor oil included. There is no cheaper and more effective way to take care of your bicycle chain.

[@martin_emrich]

I happily prefer dry lubes or generic lubes over wet lubes. Tried Muc-Off C3 Wet. A big layer of sticky muc built up all over the drivetrain and frame. So i needed tons of muc-off to get the muc-off muc off my bikes. The bottle of C3 would thus consume muc-off products worth of 2-4 chains. Now I use Squirt, happy so far….

[@cocoplops4982]

Ruined my chain with Muc off wet, changed to a wax drip

[@THEGEEK2001]

I use motor oil, sticks like shit but just clean chain every ride