Unpopular opinion: Spray lube is better than drip wax

Been running spray lube on my commuter for 6 months now. Drip wax made my chain squeak after 30 miles every time. Has anyone else had better luck with simple spray stuff in wet conditions?

4 comments

4 Comments

linda_dixon492mo ago

Honestly, spray lube handles wet roads better without picking up as much grit.

ellioth371mo ago

Wow, that really surprises me honestly. I have always been told that spray lubes attract more dirt and grit because they stay wet on the chain. But you are saying the opposite, that they actually pick up less on wet roads than the wax stuff? That goes against everything I thought I knew about chain lubes. I might have to give it another try because dealing with a gritty, grinding chain after a damp ride is something I would love to avoid.

victor7792mo ago

Started spraying my commuter chain last fall and never looked back. Drip wax drove me crazy with that same squeaking you mentioned, especially in the damp mornings. Spray lube just keeps things quieter and smoother for me too, even after riding through a few rain showers. It is nice to find something that actually works without the hassle.

jason_lewis32mo ago

Same here @linda_dixon49, spray lube just works better on wet roads without all that grit buildup.