We’re all familiar with the concept of lubricating our chain and drivetrain to avoid rusty and squeaking components. Most of us probably apply one of the best chain lubes to our chains with varying degrees of frequency, and few of us like the sound of a crunchy drivetrain.
However, if we only ever use liquid lubricants, we may be missing out on significant performance gains, as well as making more cleaning work for ourselves. Chain waxing promises greater drivetrain efficiency, saving watts, improving component longevity and reducing cleaning requirements, but what exactly is chain waxing, how do you do it, and, vitally, is it right for you and your bike?
