{"title":"Silca Chain Lubes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"silca-synergetic-wet-chain-lube-bottle-59ml","title":"Silca Synergetic Wet Chain Lube Bottle - 59ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ultimate Oil Based Lube - Silca's new oil-based lubricant created from technology originally developed in F1 racing, to reduce friction and nearly eliminate wear in all metal components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for impartial and trusted drive-train lube results?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCheck out the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZero Friction Cycling (ZFC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.echelonsports.com.au\/documents\/zfc_lube_data_2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elubricant report here\u003c\/a\u003e. Zero Friction Cycling uses the most robust testing - both in house controlled test and field testing as well as from the most accurate test labs around the world, to determine very select best in class products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollowing the huge success of SILCA Super Secret Chain Lube and Super Secret Chain Blend, it became clear to Silca that the vast majority of cyclists are still interested in using oil based wet lubricants for both ease of use and reduced time commitment to get started. While hot melt wax and drip wax may ultimately be slightly more efficient and cleaner running, the requirement of starting with a perfectly clean, dry chain, and the 300 mile re-application intervals are not for everybody.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe secret is a phenomenon known as a durable tribofilm, which is formed under pressure causing the WS2 and other additive to form a highly lubricious solid on the surface of the metal which acts not only as a lubricating surface, but also as a wear surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2oz \/ 59ml Squeeze bottle. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Applicator Tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12,000+ miles of lubricant per bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-high wearing, ultra-quiet, ultra waterproof wet lube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSynergetic will work best on a perfectly clean\/dry chain, but this is not absolutely necessary. It will eventually displace factory grease on all common chain brands if dripped over top on a new chain. Chain should be free of dirt and contaminants before applying Synergetic. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial application on clean\/dry chain: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply 1 drop of Synergetic to each set of gaps on each roller (2 drops per roller).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCycle chain backwards 10-12 revolutions to allow lubricant to fully penetrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe Outside of chain and chainrings as dry as possible using MicroFiber cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-apply 1 drop per roller every 600-800 miles or after every wet\/rainy ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication on chain with factory lube: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply 1 drop per roller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCycle chain backwards 10-12 revolutions white rubbing lubricant into chain between fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe outside of chain and rings as dry as possible with MicroFiber cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-apply and wipe after each ride for 4-5 rides to allow Synergetic to replace factory lube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Silca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052790284333,"sku":"10036437","price":37.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/SI160945.jpg?v=1727403984"},{"product_id":"silca-synerg-e-wet-chain-lube-for-e-bikes-59ml","title":"Silca Synerg-E Wet Chain Lube For E-Bikes - 59ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate wear-reducing lubricant. This is a perfect choice for any high torque application such as e-bike, mountain bike, extreme weather, or indoor riding. The increased film strength extends chain life and reduces fling to keep your indoor training space clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBased on Silica's award-winning Synergetic lubricant, the first and only wet lube to record a 0.0% wear block in Zero Friction Cycling lab testing, Synerg-E takes the brand's patent-pending Tungsten Tribofilm Technology and blends it into a higher viscosity lubricant optimized for the high torque experienced in e-bike drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSynerg-E is also the go-to choice when you're willing to sacrifice 0.5 watts to make your chain last significantly longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloped for e-bike chains that experience more than 2x the internal pressures of traditional bike chains and are capable of wearing out expensive drivetrain components like chains, chainrings, and cassettes at more than twice the rate of traditional bicycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy increasing viscosity and adding Calcium Sulfonate to the mix, Synerg-E gives up roughly 1 watt of pure efficiency to Synergetic, while nearly doubling the oil film strength to ensure the lowest rates of chain and drivetrain wear of any lubricant currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with all Silca lubricants, Synerg-E uses only the finest, environmentally friendly pure synthetic base oils with additives approved as safe by the EPA and Bureau of Land Management. Synerg-E contains NO PFAS or other fluorinated chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59mL bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 16,000km from a bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-low wearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-quiet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-conditions chain lube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for extreme conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLowest chain wear of any oil lube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for e-bikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Silca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052791201837,"sku":"10048420","price":31.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/SI160495.jpg?v=1727401908"},{"product_id":"silca-super-secret-chain-wax-starter-pack-118ml","title":"Silca Super Secret Chain Wax Starter Pack - 2x120ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilica completely strips and preps your chain for wax in 10 minutes. Submerge the chain or even just drip it on the chain, rinse, and apply Super Secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake all the work and harsh chemicals out of chain waxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFar and away, the largest hurdle for people converting to a waxed drivetrain has always been the need to completely strip the factory lubricant from the chain in order for the wax to properly adhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditional methods have involved using 2-3 different solvents and rinse steps, moving from non-polar solvents that thin greases and oils to progressively more polar solvents that evaporate quickly to eliminate residues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the design of Silica Chain Stripper, Silica started from the end and worked backwards, identifying chemicals which drive out greases and oils while promoting wax adhesion to metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe result is an organic cleaner that lifts and encapsulates greases and oils, allowing them to easily be rinsed away from the metal surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe result is the world's first wax-optimized chain cleaner which not only removes greases and oils, but actually primes the metal surface for improved adhesion from wax lubricants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe aggressive 'lift and encapsulate' action of Silica Chain Stripper allows for two quick and easy cleaning options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor hot-melt waxing a new, factory chain with Silica Secret Blend Hot Melt, simply immerse the chain in the Stripper and agitate for 30 seconds. Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes and agitate again for 30 seconds. Remove the chain from the Stripper and rinse with water, then drop the chain directly into the hot wax. The water will boil off within a few minutes, and the chain will be fully waxed with up to 30% longer application life than a chain cleaned by traditional methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor drip-applied waxing of a new or nearly new chain with Silica Super Secret, without removing the chain from the bicycle, apply one drop of Silica Chain Stripper to each roller of the chain while backpedaling. Allow to soak for 5 minutes. Backpedal 10 revolutions of the crank to agitate cleaner and re-apply one drop per roller, allowing it to sit for 5 more minutes. Rinse with clean water while backpedaling at least 10 revolutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilica Chain Stripper is a highly concentrated, biodegradable degreaser combined with a wax adhesion promoter (primer), which allows for fast, single-step preparation of factory chains for waxing while also improving wax adhesion and increasing longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilica Chain Stripper reduces the time and number of chemicals required to properly prep a factory-greased chain to less than 10 minutes and can even be used to prepare chains on bicycles for drip wax application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiodegradable ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleans chain in 10 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves wax treatment adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrip chain on or off bike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Silca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052791234605,"sku":"10048413","price":45.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/SI162086.jpg?v=1727401661"},{"product_id":"silca-super-secret-chain-lube-drip-bottle-240ml","title":"Silca Super Secret Chain Lube Drip Bottle - 240ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilca Super Secret Chain Lube\u003c\/strong\u003e brings all of the super speed and silent running of a hot-melt wax-dipped chain to a drip applied wax (all of the benefits, none of the hassle!).  Secret Chain lube also utilizes the world's fastest, most lubricious additive, nano-scale Tungsten Di-Sulfide. NanoPlatelet WS2 has less than 1\/3 the dynamic coefficient of friction of PTFE and 1\/4 that of Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for impartial and trusted drive-train lube results?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCheck out the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZero Friction Cycling (ZFC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.echelonsports.com.au\/documents\/zfc_lube_data_2021.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elubricant report here\u003c\/a\u003e. Zero Friction Cycling uses the most robust testing - both in house controlled test and field testing as well as from the most accurate test labs around the world, to determine very select best in class products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilca Super Secret Chain lube started out as a project to develop the fastest Hot-Melt wax lubricant available more than a year ago.  Josh has been recommending Hot Melt Wax and helping Pro cyclists and triathletes wax chains for years and wanted to bring his lubricant formula to our customers, the challenge was how to consistently melt, dip and agitate the chain across different crockpot designs and temperatures.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe project took a fascinating turn from the world of IndyCar when josh was introduced to a group that had developed a technology to put micro-scale wax powders into a solution that was quick drying and forms a coating that is indiscernible from hot melt dipping. The combination of air-drying liquid wax and Tungsten Disulfide would quickly prove to beat all currently available hot melt waxes in friction testing while being much faster and easier to apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest of all perhaps is that this formula would prove to be very environmentally friendly, utilising 4 different types of wax, nano platelets of WS2 (Tungsten Disulfide), and mild alcohol to act as a carrier.  This same alcohol is used in the SILCA Gear Wipes, making them a perfect product to clean and remove Secret Chain Lube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120ml bottle with precision applicator tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chain should be very clean and dry before applying (CyclingTips has an Awesome Chain Cleaning Guide\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cyclingtips.com\/2018\/05\/chain-cleaning-and-maintenance-how-to\/\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply according to video and let dry for at least 30 Minutes!  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilca recommends using after your ride so it's ready for next time!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Silca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052791267373,"sku":"10036444","price":68.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/SI160938.jpg?v=1727401456"},{"product_id":"silca-super-secret-chain-lube-drip-bottle-120ml","title":"Silca Super Secret Chain Lube Drip Bottle - 120ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilca Super Secret Chain Lube\u003c\/strong\u003e brings all of the super speed and silent running of a hot-melt wax-dipped chain to a drip applied wax (all of the benefits, none of the hassle!).  Secret Chain lube also utilizes the world's fastest, most lubricious additive, nano-scale Tungsten Di-Sulfide. NanoPlatelet WS2 has less than 1\/3 the dynamic coefficient of friction of PTFE and 1\/4 that of Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for impartial and trusted drive-train lube results?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCheck out the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZero Friction Cycling (ZFC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.echelonsports.com.au\/documents\/zfc_lube_data_2021.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elubricant report here\u003c\/a\u003e. Zero Friction Cycling uses the most robust testing - both in house controlled test and field testing as well as from the most accurate test labs around the world, to determine very select best in class products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilca Super Secret Chain lube started out as a project to develop the fastest Hot-Melt wax lubricant available more than a year ago.  Josh has been recommending Hot Melt Wax and helping Pro cyclists and triathletes wax chains for years and wanted to bring his lubricant formula to our customers, the challenge was how to consistently melt, dip and agitate the chain across different crockpot designs and temperatures.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe project took a fascinating turn from the world of IndyCar when josh was introduced to a group that had developed a technology to put micro-scale wax powders into a solution that was quick drying and forms a coating that is indiscernible from hot melt dipping. The combination of air-drying liquid wax and Tungsten Disulfide would quickly prove to beat all currently available hot melt waxes in friction testing while being much faster and easier to apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest of all perhaps is that this formula would prove to be very environmentally friendly, utilising 4 different types of wax, nano platelets of WS2 (Tungsten Disulfide), and mild alcohol to act as a carrier.  This same alcohol is used in the SILCA Gear Wipes, making them a perfect product to clean and remove Secret Chain Lube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120ml bottle with precision applicator tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chain should be very clean and dry before applying (CyclingTips has an Awesome Chain Cleaning Guide\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cyclingtips.com\/2018\/05\/chain-cleaning-and-maintenance-how-to\/\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply according to video and let dry for at least 30 Minutes!  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilca recommends using after your ride so it's ready for next time!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Silca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052791365677,"sku":"10036446","price":38.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/SI160921.jpg?v=1727401358"},{"product_id":"silca-super-secret-chain-lube-drip-bottle-59ml","title":"Silca Super Secret Chain Lube Drip Bottle - 59ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilca Super Secret Chain Lube\u003c\/strong\u003e brings all of the super speed and silent running of a hot-melt wax-dipped chain to a drip applied wax (all of the benefits, none of the hassle!).  Secret Chain lube also utilizes the world's fastest, most lubricious additive, nano-scale Tungsten Di-Sulfide. NanoPlatelet WS2 has less than 1\/3 the dynamic coefficient of friction of PTFE and 1\/4 that of Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLooking for impartial and trusted drive-train lube results?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCheck out the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZero Friction Cycling (ZFC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.echelonsports.com.au\/documents\/zfc_lube_data_2021.pdf\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elubricant report here\u003c\/a\u003e. Zero Friction Cycling uses the most robust testing - both in house controlled test and field testing as well as from the most accurate test labs around the world, to determine very select best in class products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSilca Super Secret Chain lube started out as a project to develop the fastest Hot-Melt wax lubricant available more than a year ago.  Josh has been recommending Hot Melt Wax and helping Pro cyclists and triathletes wax chains for years and wanted to bring his lubricant formula to our customers, the challenge was how to consistently melt, dip and agitate the chain across different crockpot designs and temperatures.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe project took a fascinating turn from the world of IndyCar when josh was introduced to a group that had developed a technology to put micro-scale wax powders into a solution that was quick drying and forms a coating that is indiscernible from hot melt dipping. The combination of air-drying liquid wax and Tungsten Disulfide would quickly prove to beat all currently available hot melt waxes in friction testing while being much faster and easier to apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest of all perhaps is that this formula would prove to be very environmentally friendly, utilising 4 different types of wax, nano platelets of WS2 (Tungsten Disulfide), and mild alcohol to act as a carrier.  This same alcohol is used in the SILCA Gear Wipes, making them a perfect product to clean and remove Secret Chain Lube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120ml bottle with precision applicator tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe chain should be very clean and dry before applying (CyclingTips has an Awesome Chain Cleaning Guide\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cyclingtips.com\/2018\/05\/chain-cleaning-and-maintenance-how-to\/\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply according to video and let dry for at least 30 Minutes!  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilca recommends using after your ride so it's ready for next time!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Silca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43052791889965,"sku":"10036448","price":23.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/7052\/5229\/files\/SI162048.jpg?v=1727401526"},{"product_id":"silca-super-secret-chain-hot-melt-wax-blend-500g","title":"Silca Super Secret Chain Hot Melt Wax Blend - 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilica's Secret Chain Blend is The Hotter And Waxier Version Of The Super Secret Wet Chain Lube!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLooking for impartial and trusted drive-train lube results?\u003c\/i\u003e Check out the Zero Friction Cycling (ZFC) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zerofrictioncycling.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Key-Learnings-from-Lubricant-Testing-2.3a.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003elubricant report here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Zero Friction Cycling uses the most robust testing - both in house controlled test and field testing as well as from the most accurate test labs around the world, to determine very select best in class products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilca Secret Chain Blend (Hot Wax)\u003c\/strong\u003e brings all of the super speed and silence of our Super Secret Chain Lube in a hot-melt wax-dipped chain.  Secret Chain Blend also utilizes the world's fastest, most lubricious additive, nano-scale Tungsten Di-Sulfide. NanoPlatelet WS2 has less than 1\/3 the dynamic coefficient of friction of PTFE and 1\/4 that of Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe best part of this product is the submergible pouch!  Don't want to dedicate a crock pot to hot-waxing your chain?  Simply put the chain in the bag and immerse in hot water!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fAyjdmbm0CY?autoplay=1\u0026amp;controls=0\u0026amp;loop=1\u0026amp;showinfo=0\" height=\"306\" width=\"545\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsisting of highly refined laboratory-grade paraffin and a high concentration of 3 specific sizes of nano-scale Tungsten disulfide, Secret Chain Blend not only acts as a lubricant but actually acts to modify the surface of the chain, filling in all of the crevices of the metal with highly lubricious and wear-resistant tungsten disulfide particles. 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For newbies: you will need water, a pot, and a heating surface (like a stove), and it's that easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStove Top Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen Secret Chain Blend pouch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a hanging hook, bent spoke, or zip tie attached to the chain and insert your completely clean chain into the pouch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the pouch with the chain into a pot of water (room temperature).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring your pot of water to a just below boiling (below 100°C\/212°F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou should start to see the wax melt. (Melting point is at 72°C \/ 162°F). 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