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Subject: Re: Caught in rain
Date: Mon, 5 May 2025 07:24:45 -0400
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On 5/4/2025 6:16 PM, Mark J cleary wrote:
> So I got caught yesterday in the rain. Not a huge down pour but steady 
> and light for maybe 25 miles. I never cleaned the bike really but was 
> thinking, should I re-lube the chain? I went out today road 49 miles 
> never gave it thought about yesterday. Bike road ok I just wonder how 
> important it really is? My lube of choice is box store 3 in 1 oil rated 
> for 1/4 HP applications. Used if for the past 17 years
> 
> I have been refinishing my kitchen cabinets no time to do routine bike 
> maintenance but I manage a ride in.

Yes, clean and re-lube the chain.

3-in-1 is not exactly the greatest choice in lubes ( in fact, it would 
be hard to do worse). It's sticky, so it catches and keeps dirt, 
resulting in more chain wear since it then acts almost like fine-grade 
wet sandpaper. Wet lubes are good for riding in wet conditions since 
they stay put, but shouldn't be used for all-around chain lube. If you 
don't want to take the time to wax, use a dry-wax liquid like Squirt. 
It's relatively inexpensive, lasts a long time, and doesn't attract 
dirt. Read about it here.

https://bikerumor.com/best-bike-chain-lube/

According to them, a 4 oz bottle can last up to 6000 miles with regular 
chain cleaning.