There are so many on the bicycle market.types of chain lubrication that poses a huge problem of choice. Each manufacturer insists that its product is better, and the seller tries to sell the most expensive product, talking about its merits. The focus of this article is bicycle lubrication for a bicycle chain, how it happens, how to apply it correctly and how it differs from competitors.
In the markets of bicycle lubrication can be found several types, each of which stands out from the competition with special properties.
Bicycle grease TF2, which is available inin the form of an aerosol and in oil cans, it differs from its competitors in the best resistance to dirt and dust, because Teflon is present in the composition Before applying, you must completely wash the chain of dirt and dry well. This is the main requirement of the manufacturer, which guarantees durability of operation. The lubricant is applied evenly on the chain and gently wiped off oil leaks. After 10-15 minutes, the chain must be wiped dry. The Teflon component declared in the composition of the lubricant should create an enveloping film over the entire surface, which will repel dust and dirt. After passing a couple of kilometers after cleaning, you can see that the bicycle lubricant for the chain again appeared on the surface in the form of droplets. This happens because of the heat and pressure in the circuit during operation. Excess oil must be removed with a cloth. With such an effective lubricant over a distance of 150-200 kilometers on dry terrain of the chain, neither dust nor dirt is terrible.
If there are components under the brand Shimano,it means there must be accessories from a well-known brand for maintenance and care. Naturally, their quality should match the brand. Shimano WET 100 bicycle grease is considered to be the best in the professional cycling segment. The lubricant is designed for wet weather, because it contains components with high binding properties. In addition, after lubrication, a water-repellent film is formed on the surface of the chain, which will easily cope not only with moisture, but also with dirt. At a low price, this option contains components that prevent the formation of corrosion and rust, so many athletes in addition to the chain lubricate the rotating parts of the bike, trying to protect themselves from pollution. Such an extensive functional has only one drawback - fragility. At the end of the race you need to completely wash all lubricated components, wipe dry and lubricate again.
Asking which lubricant is best forcycling chain, many Russian buyers argue among themselves, defending Japanese, German and American brands. Few people know that in the Russian market there is a lubricant for the bicycle chain of its own production. Unlike competitors, it is the only one that can work under the conditions that exist in Russia. Bicycle lubricant Nanoprotech has no analogues in the world, because it consists of components that provide protection from the aggressive environment, which includes all sorts of reagents, including salt, sprinkled on the roads of the country in winter. The manufacturer chose to release the product in the form of an aerosol, giving the user ease of maintenance. There is a lot of information on the cylinder, which at first raises doubts about the veracity, but after a month of active use in the winter time, all questions to the manufacturer disappear. Professionals recommend Nanoprotech lubrication to all cyclists who use the vehicle all year round.
Motorex chain lubricant is notall season She has a slightly different task. Biodegradable oil is designed for use in conditions of maximum dustiness at low humidity levels. The race on the sands, careers, mountain descents - this is her environment. In addition to the chain, the manufacturer recommends using the same lubricant for the treatment of brake cables and switches, as well as for moving components. Available in the form of an aerosol and in the form of an oil can. In our market, the Swiss manufacturer Motorex is better known for its products for the service of suspension forks for bicycles. Low cost and high quality quickly attracted their customers. However, bicycle chain lubricant under the Motorex brand for some unknown reason occupies the most expensive niche and will not be affordable for many bicycle owners.
Bicycle chain lubricant from the manufacturerZefal cycling accessories is positioned as an organic substance that can decompose in nature after use, without polluting the environment. In the 21st century, this is an urgent problem, and many manufacturers earn good money on the word Bio, including the manufacturer Zefal. After all, if you think logically, all lubricants are created on an organic basis, it just does not indicate on the packaging. With more detailed acquaintance with the lubricant, the user will mark its excellent all-season qualities. Ability to work in aggressive environments, with frost and in hot weather. A low price will give the impetus, which is so lacking at the time of purchase.
There is a market for premium oils thatbrought from abroad in a roundabout way and distributed like Amway cosmetics, without advertising and global reach. This is not to say that the bicycle chain lubricant offered to the buyer by an unknown brand is of poor quality. Perhaps it will be better than the market leader. However, there is no certainty that the contents of the cylinder or oiler is what the manufacturer is talking about. After all, the product enters the market without quality certificates, and no one is responsible for it. As an example, you can find such brands:
Media reviews are dazzlingheaders that the best lubricant for the bicycle chain - WD-40. This is not true, because the WD-40 incorporates white spirit, which is actively used not only by cyclists to flush components from lubrication, but also by motorists, tractor drivers and other professionals related to oil pollution. Naturally, a substance designed to clean the oil, in no way can act as a lubricant. The price of chain lubrication is not so high as to make such nonsense with the WD-40. But the purchase of new components that fail in the process of improper operation, significantly hit the pocket.
As it turned out, bicycle chain lubricantrepresented on the market by many manufacturers in different variations. And the low price of well-known brands will only attract buyers. Of those brands that exist on the market, many athletes recommend giving their choice to a domestic manufacturer, which focuses primarily on the climate of their country and knows for sure what the operating conditions are. You should not look in the direction of non-certified products, because the chances to buy a fake are within 100%, and the high import price for the product will force you to invest in non-worthy goods. Naturally, the WD-40 should only be used for cleaning, and nothing else.
