Customer Reviews

Pedro's Syn Lube Bicycle Chain Lubricant (4-Ounce Drip)

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Very good product. Came in two 2 oz. bottles, not one 4-ounce bottle, but that's fine. The oil itself is high quality, thin, but not watery. After oiling the chain link by link, there was practically no wipe-up - the oil was absorbed quickly and completely into the rivets. With a weekly oiling, I expect the 4 ounces to last the better part of a year or more. Good value.

This oil is not like "maple syrup" as another reviewer stated. It's not even as viscous as typical 10w-40 automotive oil. It's definitely less thick and sticky than the typical lube that comes on new bikes. In summer 2009 I got a new low-cost mountain bike to ride as kind of a "beater," and a bunch of dirt, leaves, etc stuck to the chain on my first ride.

A good cleaning of the chain followed by an application of the Syn Lube was in order. The bottle has a nice tapered 'nozzle' to dispense the oil. Just it hold over the chain while cranking backward and squeeze lightly, the oil flows and coats the chain. Since doing this, in 3 months of riding, the chain is still relatively clean compared to one ride with the factory lube.

I won my first bike race in 1977 (unfortunately, I haven't won any since). Point is that I have been lubing for a long time. This lube is without a doubt the thickest and stickiest lube that I have ever used. It gummed up my jockey wheels very quickly to the point where the bike wouldn't shift properly. I won't use it anymore. Maybe it's better for people who are constantly riding in the wet. I do hate to bash a product, but what am I supposed to say?

I ride year around in Minnesota and this lube is great for the sand, salt and snow that tries to attack my drive train. This is my only Winter lube and has been through seven winters. I use Tri-flow during the warmer months. Highly recommend this lube for anyone riding in adverse conditions.

I have been using motor oil for chain lube for 40 years, it ok but didn't protect the chain for any lenght of time. This product lubricates and protects your chain for an entire year under normal road use. If you are an avid mountain/off road biker, more applications would be recommended.

I have an fancy schmancy road bike and have used it for the 6 years I've had the bike and have been totally satisfied. (Those guys who hate it must be getting something else in their bottles!?!). My rear cluster wore out after 4 or 5 years - of 2,000-4,000 miles per year. It was not because of the gunk stuck in the chain... it was wear & tear and a.ok by me. My tech said, don't remove the lube using degreaser! Simply add a bit of lube, spin the crank a few times, wipe 'er down, then ride. Wipe it down when you get back if you forgot to do it before you left (that's more likely in my case) That has served me well. I do wash my bike every month or so using a mild dish detergent.

This stuff gums everything up. It attracts dirt and makes it build up in between the gears. Don't wast your money.

Good lube, coats your bike chain well and sticks to the metal. No dripping or worrying about missing spots, this stuff finds it's way into all the spaces in your chain.