Petroleum-based greases have dominated bicycle assembly and maintenance for decades, but the environmental trade-offs no longer make sense when viable alternatives exist. Stan's NoTubes developed the Biobased Grease with Whistler Performance Labs to deliver legitimate bearing and assembly performance using biodegradable, non-toxic ingredients. The formula handles the mechanical demands of headsets, bottom brackets, hub bearings, seatpost interfaces, and threaded connections while breaking down naturally rather than persisting in the environment.

The working temperature range spans from -40°C to 120°C, which covers everything from winter fat bike rides to summer road sessions where hub temperatures climb under sustained braking descents. That thermal stability matters because grease that thins excessively at high temperatures loses its protective film, while grease that stiffens in cold weather creates drag and prevents proper bearing function. Stan's formulated this to maintain consistent viscosity across conditions that cyclists actually encounter.

Material compatibility extends beyond metal-on-metal applications. The grease won't degrade rubber seals or elastomers, which makes it appropriate for suspension pivots, dust seals, and O-ring interfaces where petroleum-based products can cause swelling or deterioration over time. That seal-safe characteristic matters for long-term component health, particularly on full-suspension mountain bikes where pivot hardware sees constant cycling loads and exposure to trail contamination.... Read More