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Originally Posted by 320icar
question: do you guys know any shops locally that sell coloured bike chains? My current chain is 7 years old. Figured if i have to change it, might as well have fun with it. Price is still a factor.
Also, do you guys have any experience with paraffin wax chain lubing? I'm looking for the cleanest possible way to lube my bike. As I'm stripping it apart i can see the years and years of caked on oil and dirt and grime that has aged this bike.
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All the coloured bike chains that I know of, are for single-speeds (bmx's, fixies) and made by KMC. Cap's in New West carries them for sure as I bought one there before, for about $13.
If you're looking for a chain for your mtn/road bike, 8,9,10,11 spd, then I believe silver/gold/black are your options.
As for lube, IMO I think any type will still hold grime and grit. You just have to give it a good cleaning after every ride to reduce the dirt. Not that I do that everytime, since I'm too lazy, usually just keep adding more lube, until the chain stretches enough to warrant buying a new one.