Chain Lube reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 421 Reddit reviews across 38 subreddits and 101 posts to rank the best Chain Lube brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/MTB, r/bikewrench, r/cycling, r/gravelcycling, r/indianbikes. Top-rated brands include Squirt (4.5/5), Silca (4.7/5), Motul (4.0/5).

Stats

Reviews421

Subreddits38

Posts101

Brands67

Products44

Top communities

r/MTB89 r/bikewrench48 r/cycling47 r/gravelcycling42 r/indianbikes25

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Squirt

4.5

(32)

"Squirt"

"Squirt is amazing, lasts forever and is basically waxing a chain without any of the hassle."

"Squirt, I ditched "regular" lubes. Waxy is the way to go for me, more chain lifetime and it's not messy to clean. Full wax is also really really good"

"I've been using Squirt, even before I started waxing, and it's fantastic."

"I hot wax and then use Squirt to extend/quiet the hot wax."

"I’ve been using Squirt for about a year now."

"My choice Squirt or Smoove."

"Squirt gang 🤙🏻💦"

"Squirt."

"Squirt wax"

Silca

4.7

(29)

"Silca Synergetic is the most effective non-wax option I’ve found."

"Silca Super Secret drip wax."

"Currently on Silca Synergetic… so far so good."

"Silca Super Secret really seems to do everything it claims to."

"Silca Super Secret\"

"Silca Supersecret Wax, I'm never going back to wet lube"

"I'd highly recommend hot wax."

"I run Silca hot wax on my MTB and gravel bike."

"It’s so much less work than lubes."

"Silca hot wax."

Motul

4.0

(31)

"Motul chain lube"

"I use the Motul chain lube. It’s really good"

"I’ll second and third motul. I’ve used it for years."

"Really happy with motul c2 chain lube road."

"Motul. Chain wax. Etc work fine. Just remember chain lube is meant to be for storage. I prefer motul i think it works the best IMO as a true lube"

"The motul C2 is good and is in most motor factors so is easy to find."

"Motul, Wurth, Putolune - all are good."

"Alternatively, I do use Motul from time to time."

"I use Motul C2, I don't care about it flinging off cause I just spray more on."

"I have had pretty good luck with Motul Chain lube."

Rock N Roll

4.3

(23)

"Rock n roll gold"

"Rock n Roll Blue."

"Rock n Roll Gold is great"

"Rock n roll gold. You use a lot of it but it acts like a cleaner too."

"Rock n Roll Gold"

"I only use Rock n Roll Gold."

"I used Rock N Roll Gold on the trainer because that’s what I use outside."

"Rock and roll gold really does clean and lubricate."

"I've been happy with either Rock N Roll Gold or Dumonde Tech."

"Muc-Off Dry, Rock N Roll Gold, Purple Extreme."

Boeshield

4.3

(20)

"I always come back to Boeshield T9."

"Boeshield T-9 is my overall go to lubricant for a variety of conditions."

"Boeshield T9 is the best I've used."

"Boeshield T-9! I never used anything else."

"Boeshield t-9 is the bomb."

"I swear by T9 Boeshield."

"The stuff is hands down the best lube I have ever used."

"Boeshield T-9"

"I personally used Boeshield T-9, which is cleaner than normal lube but had been still messy."

"I prefer boesheild t9 because."

Muc-Off

3.9

(22)

"MucOff, it makes your chain dead quiet"

"Muc off, it makes all my chains quiet and smooth"

"Muck Off Dry lube works wonders from transforming a squeaky chain into a smooth one."

"I use Muc-off dry."

"I'm currently using a Muc-Off wet lube."

"Muc-Off Dry Lube over anything."

"I went back to Muc-Off dry lube for indoors."

"Muc-Off Dry, Rock N Roll Gold, Purple Extreme."

"Muc-off, Finish line, WD-40 all have good Wet lubes."

Smoove

4.5

(15)

"Smoove lube is the best I have found for longevity and I recommend it."

"I use smoove. Very impressed so far."

"Smoove."

"I'm a huge fan of Smoove lube, I've found it to be long lasting and very effective in all conditions."

""Smoove" is what you're looking for mate."

"You need to use Smoove."

"I really like smoove and started using it exclusively now."

"Personally v pleased with Smoove."

"Smoove is better than squirt in my experiences"

"Smoove."

Gear Oil

4.2

(16)

"Gear oil is better than any canned lube spray, change my mind!"

"Gear oil, it's always the best choice (and what chain manufacturers recommend)"

"Gear oil ftw! I've been using it for 2 years with no complaints and it's cheap."

"Don't waste money on chain lube, just get the most viscous gear oil you can find."

"Gear Oil (around 85W-90) for chain lube"

"Gear oil. Chain wax is sticky and traps dirt on the chain."

"Don't use the fancy lube sprays. Use gear oil."

"I use gear oil, cheap and effective."

"Someone on r/indianbikes just told us to just use the first gear oil that you find."

"Use cheap gear oil on the rubber o rings."

Maxima

4.5

(15)

"Maxima Chain Wax. It was originally developed for motorcycle chains but it doesn't excellent job on bicycle drive trains."

"Maxima Chain Wax. I've been using it for about 30 years. It was originally formulated for motorcycles but it doesn't excellent job on bicycle drivetrains."

"Maxima chain wax. The best imo"

"Chain wax by Maxima best stuff"

"I've been using Maxima Chain Wax for a few decades."

"I prefer Maxima Chain Wax. I have used it successfully on motorcycles and bicycles for decades."

"Maxima chain wax."

"I've always preferred Maxima Chain Wax."

"A can of Maxima Chain Wax can last you a long time."

"I have had good luck with Maxima Chain Wax too."

#10

Wax

4.6

(14)

"Wax is going to be the best for all cycling disciplines and use cases."

"Use wax. Initial setup might be slightly more fuss but the payoff is worthwhile vs lube."

"Wax baby. And never look back."

"Use wax. Only way to go."

"Wax wax wax."

"There is zero objective resting doubt that wax is the No.1 lube."

"Dry / Wax Lube = Use in dry conditions. Lasts shorter but doesn’t collect as much gunk."

"For MTB and Gravel the biggest benefit is that it's bone-dry and not a single bit of dirt will stick to it."

"I have one word for you: wax. It will revolutionize how you think about chain maintenance."

"Waxing your chain instead of oiling it will lead to it being much more clean during usage."

#11

Finish Line

4.1

(14)

"I use finish line wet lube it's green last a long time in mixed weather and last about 1 or 2 rides in full out down pour with mud."

"I have had excellent luck with Finish Line dry lube."

"I've ridden Finish Line Wet the last 10 Chicago winters."

"Finish line wet"

"Finish line wet. I live in the UK, so I don't need the anti dust pickup properties of dry, and I've always found wet to just make a drivetrain so much smoother."

"I, too, am a dry lube adherent. The drier & harder the better."

"I wound up going with the Finish Line dry. It’s easy it’s cheap it’s available everywhere and it flat works."

"I just use finish line oil, usually the dry stuff."

"I use finish line dry. It can handle some rain unlike wax and the chain lasts a long time."

"For the dry season I use finish line dry lube and for the rainy season I use tri-flow."

#12

Tri-Flow

4.2

(12)

"Tri-flow all day every day."

"I love tri-flow. Can use it on seals or chains, and works phenomenally."

"TRI-FLOW rules them all."

"Tri-Flow."

"Tri flow just don’t use a lot each time"

"Triflow lol"

"I use tri flow and epic ride semi dry. Use it when the chains dry to the touch and wipe the rest off."

"Forget amazon, go pick up some tri-flow from your lbs"

"TriFlow is my go-to lube."

"Tri-Flow - Oil, thin, very slippery, not long lasting."

#13

WD-40

3.8

(13)

"WD40 chain wax. Hands down the best I've used. Doesn't fling everywhere and stays on for long miles it's also relatively cheap."

"For the Lube: WD40 dry lube"

"+rep, switched to WD40 chain wax not long ago from Muc Off all weather chain lube."

"I personally use WD40 with chain cleaning brush to clean... and EP140 Gear oil with an old toothbrush to lube."

"Non - sticky lube. Even wd40 works good enough."

"I tested this by taking a bike to the tip of South America using only wd-40 to clean the chain."

"I use WD40 at the end of every day that I fuel up."

"I personally use WD-40 for chain cleaning and 80w90 gear oil for lube."

"I like WD40 dry lube."

"I really like the WD-40 dry lube. It stays pretty clean and keeps my chain running quiet."

#14

Rock N Roll Gold

4.8

(8)

"Rock n roll gold is great. I've been using it the past two years and I'm super happy with it."

"Rock n Roll Gold it is."

"Rock n Roll Gold"

"Haven't had any issue and cleans the chain up nicely."

"You never have to degrease your chain since it also cleans as you apply."

"Rock n Roll Gold. You wipe it to a dry finish after applying it."

"In the lower end (but still works great), Rock N Roll Gold. Used this on everything when I was a mechanic."

"Prior to going to wax, I liked Rock and Roll Gold as it was pretty clean, but it didn't last very long - maybe 100 miles."

#15

Maxima Chain Wax

4.4

(8)

"After some 13 years and 530k+ miles under my belt my go to is: Maxima Chain Wax."

"[Maxima Chain Wax] is best IMO."

"Maxima Chain Wax."

"Maxima Chain Wax or Motorex Chain Lube Adventure."

"[Maxima Chain Wax] Apply it to a hot chain."

"Maxima Chain Wax."

"Most of the volatiles have evaporated away and your chain is lubricated."

"I prefer Maxima chain wax, sprayed out of a can."

#16

DuPont

4.0

(8)

"Dupont Chain Saver for me. It's clean and doesn't pick up a lot of crap."

"Dupont chain saver if you like to save a little money. It’s perfect for o-ring or non o-ring chains."

"The chain lube I use is called Dupont Chain Saver. primarily sold to the motorcycle trade."

"I like Dupont Chain Saver."

"DuPont chain saver for me."

"I get DuPont chain saver from Lowe's."

"Go to Lowes and get the yellow DuPont Chain Saver stuff instead."

"I use DuPont Teflon Chain Saver. I also use DuPont’s chain degreaser."

#17

Molten Speed Wax

5.0

(6)

"Use it on all my bikes."

"Nothing really compares to submersion waxed drivetrains."

"Molten speed wax is the brand and it’s the best “lube” I’ve ever used."

"Look for Molten Speed Wax on Amazon. It'll change your life!"

"I use Molten Speed Wax all winter here in Minneapolis and it works great."

"Molten Speed Wax is THE best chain lube out there for the time being."

#18

Chain Wax

4.1

(7)

"If you ride in wet or dusty conditions, use chain wax. It last a longer time than lube or oil, and protects the chain better."

"Chain wax if you want cleaning to not be the biggest arse pain in the world."

"Chain wax is good. It will sling off a bit onto your Shift lever/gear box right near your front sprocket, but you just wipe it off with a spritz of wd-40."

"Chain wax and don't clean it. Any chemicals that can wash the chain can also wash the lubricant out of the o-rings."

"Chain wax is less messy than most."

"And chain wax on my cbf commuter."

"I use either heavy weight gear oil or chain wax."

#19

White Lightning

4.7

(6)

"Cannot recommend highly enough White Lightning Clean Ride."

"Love it. I bought the 1 quart bottle so I’m set for years."

"I use white lightning in my shop 90% of the time."

"White Lightening. Perfect dry or wet."

"White lightning liquid wax. Walmart’s are everywhere. And they have it. $1"

"WD40 Jk, it’s White Lightning"

#20

Rock and Roll

4.5

(6)

"Try Rock n Roll gold. It really does clean and lube at the same time."

"Rock'n'Roll Gold is an excellent dry lube."

"Honestly, there is no better lube than Rock ‘n Roll Gold for 99.99% of cycling conditions."

"I like it. Cleans grime off the chain and lubes it as well."

"I have used rock and roll gold for years now"

"Rock n roll gold for dry conditions or extreme for wet."

#21

TriFlow

4.2

(6)

"I use TriFlow on our chains and derailers and we haven't had any issues."

"Tried so many but Triflow is The One."

"Triflow."

"Man I’ve used Triflow for decades and tens of thousands of miles."

"Even though there's a stigma to using TriFlow it's worked out pretty well for me."

"Triflow and a rag."

#22

Wolf Tooth

4.2

(6)

"Adding a third recommendation for Wolf Tooth WT-1."

"Been using some wolf tooth stuff. I like it. Idk."

"Have been using Wolf Tooth WT-1 for the last 12 months and it's been great."

"It seems to stay clean and lubricated longer."

"Wolf tooth."

"Wolf tooth has been a nice step up from muc off for me."

#23

Generic Wax

4.6

(5)

"I've been waxing my chains for a few years now."

"I wax. Gravel or road. All my bikes are waxed."

"I used simple green, a cheap harbor freight ultra sonic bath, and wax."

"Wax for sure"

"Wax."

#24

DuMonde Tech

4.6

(5)

"Just use Dumonde Tech Original. Wet or dry. It's stupid clean. Lasts in the worst muck."

"Tried nearly every lube on the market and Dumonde tech is my favorite."

"DuMonde Tech"

"On the higher end, Dumond Tech - just clean the chain good before the first application."

"Dumonde tech is what I’ve used for years."

#25

Dry Lube

4.0

(5)

"Protect it with this dry lube."

"Any dry lube (zefal dry, finish line dry) or Wax based (Squirt, Smoove). Any reputable brand will do."

"I personally prefer dry lube."

"I usually go for dry lubes."

"I try and use a dry lube."

#26

5.0

(3)

"Hot Waxing is the way!"

"I waxed my chain a few weeks ago for the first time."

"Hot wax is the absolute cleanest lube, especially if you only do dry riding."

#30

Zero Friction Cycling

5.0

(3)

"You should read zerofrictioncycling if you actually want to go down the chain lube rabbit hole."

"TLDR: wax is significantly better than anything else by a large margin."

"Chain waxing is the way."

#31

Muc Off Dry Lube

3.5

(4)

"I really like Muc Off Dry lube."

"Mucoff is good"

"Muck off dry lube is great but I always carry a spare wet lube just in case."

"Muc-off is one of the worst lubes on the market."

#32

Muc-Off Dry Lube

3.3

(4)

"I like Muc-off dry lube from spring to fall."

"Muc Off sell dry lube spray for around the same price as MO."

"I use mucoff dry lube. So far it’s decent."

"Why Muc-off dry lube (yellow) is bad?"

#33

Motul Chain Lube

4.3

(3)

"I recently switched to the Motul chain lube and I'm really liking it."

"Then Motul chain cleaner with brush... And at last Motul chain lube."

"I just use motul. That little can goes a long ways."

#34

Dumonde

4.3

(3)

"Dumonde is the best for MTB."

"Dumonde is the best for MTB. Muck off Dry for road."

"In my experience of having tried probably 15 different chain lubes."

#35

4.0

(2)

"T9"

"I use T9 at the recommendation of my LBS shop manager... That works well for me."

#50

4.0

(1)

"I usually opt for the 3M lube but by and large most brands last well for 500kms."

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