Wax emulsion lubes work differently than traditional oils. Where oil-based products attract dirt and form grinding paste over time, wax dries to a thin film that sheds debris instead of collecting it. Squirt Long Lasting Chain Lube uses this approach, suspending multiple waxes in water to create a liquid that penetrates chain rollers and pins, then dries to leave a clean, dry coating. Your drivetrain stays quieter, shifts crisply, and the chain doesn't turn into a black mess that transfers to your hands, legs, and frame every time you handle the bike.

The application process matters with wax emulsions. You need to start on a thoroughly degreased, dry chain for the initial application, then apply a second coat after ten minutes to ensure full penetration into the chain's internals. Once you're in the Squirt system, though, you skip the degreasing entirely between applications. Just brush off any visible buildup with a dry brush and apply fresh lube when the chain starts sounding dry. The wax doesn't bond with road grime the way oil does, so there's no grinding paste accumulating inside the rollers that accelerates wear.

Squirt works across conditions that would normally require switching between wet and dry lubricants. The dried wax film repels water, so wet roads don't immediately wash away your lubrication. Dusty gravel rides don't turn your chain into a dirt magnet either. You'll reapply more frequently in consistently wet or muddy conditions, but the trade-off is a drivetrain that stays visibly cleaner and wears more slowly because abrasive particles aren't embedding in the lubricant film. Typical longevity ranges from 30 to 300 miles depending on conditions.... Read More