Nice overview, Thanks for gathering info.
Never waxed my chains, but this thread got me thinking of trying it.
Anyone ever think or try Nordic ski wax (fluorinated or similar)? The Nordic skiers have been dealing with wax for decades, and wondering if cyclists can R&D it (Ripoff and Duplicate).
https://www.fontanasports.com/...ntent=All%20Products GreatScott wrote:
Thanks for starting this thread. Lots of nuggets in here. My takeaways:
Waxed chain conversion
~Remove existing chain
~Clean cassette, chainrings and derailleur pulleys with mineral spirits (
https://moltenspeedwax.com/pages/clean-your-chain)
~Buy and install ICE Friction Chain (
http://www.icefriction.com)
~Race and subsequently ride 600 miles
~Lube as needed with Squirt (
http://www.squirtlube.com)
~Buy and install second ICE Friction Chain and send old chain back to ICE for re-treatment
~Race, train, rotate
Downsides
~Cleaning drivetrain with mineral spirits is a PITA
~Doesn't work when wet! Someone mentioned pulling the chain when racked overnight. I can't imagine installing a chain race morning. And, what if it rains?
~600 miles isn't much
Did I miss anything? How is it going for you?
Scott